Learn how to better understand and break into B.C.’s creative industries. On Tuesday, May 10, VFS invites you to an Online Industry Talk with Prem Gill, CEO for Creative BC – a government organization that seeks to unite, sustain, and grow B.C.’s creative sector. Join us as Prem sits down with Arun Fryer (Film Instructor at VFS) to discuss Creative BC’s brand-new Creative Pathways program, the massive cultural shift in Canada, and the importance of understanding B.C.’s creative ecosystem.
About Prem Gill
Prem Gill brings more than 20 years of experience from the digital media and entertainment industries to her current role as CEO for Creative BC, where she is responsible for delivering a wide range of programs and services to expand B.C.’s creative economy. Prem has been named one of Canada’s 100 most powerful women, Vancouver Magazine’s “Power 50”, and received the Community Catalyst award from the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. For many years, Prem has championed Canadian creativity as a representative and spokesperson to media, industry, and government at all levels.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, May 10, 2022
Time: 5-6 p.m. PST
Location: Online
Cost: FREE
Date:
May 10, 2022
Time:
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Event Categories:
Book Publishing, Interactive + Digital Media, Magazine Publishing, Motion Picture, Music + Sound Recording
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