On Thursday September 24, 2009, New Media Manitoba celebrates National Digital Media Day and we're hoping you can join us!

There is no charge for registration and LIV Interactive has generously sponsored some appetizers for folks that arrive early.

National Digital Media Day is an awesome opportunity to network with other people in digital media and spread awareness about the new media industry all around Canada.

Here's the 411:

What: National Digital Media Day
When: *Thursday, September 24, 2009, 5 pm - 7 pm
Where: Shannon's Irish Pub (across from the Convention Centre)
How Much: Free (no registration, just show up)
Who: Open to all
Why: 'Cause you need to bust it out

In addition to the above details there will be a cash bar and complimentary appetizers donated by LIV Interactive to the keeners that arrive early AND we'll have door prizes for paid members courtesy of IC Group! For those that wish to stick around  past 7 pm there's also going to be a comedy hour at 8 pm.

Come and show support for your industry by attending this nationally celebrated event. We hope to see you out!

Kevin Hnatiuk

*The "official" National Digital Media Day isn't until Friday but everyone's going to their cabins so we're celebrating a day early. Makes sense, non?

We could really use your input on Apple App Certification and iPhone Training for this Fall.

Click Here to take a 5-min survey.

After two years in the making we are VERY pleased to announce that starting in October, we'll be offering Apple Pro Certification courses in OS X, Aperture, Logic, Final Cut Pro, and associate certification in iLife and iWork!

Over the past few years, there has been a demand from the Manitoba new media industry for benchmarking and accreditation in all aspects of digital media. Offering our first Apple certified courses in our Apple Authorized Training Center is a major initiative to deliver certification that will provide you with industry wide recognition around the globe!

Before we start scheduling courses we want to hear from you, so we know which ones to offer first. Please fill out the following survey at http://surveymonkey.com. It will only take 5 minutes of your time, and we will be selecting 10 random participants to receive a free renewal (or first signup) of their New Media Manitoba annual membership dues.

BECOME AN APPLE CERTIFIED TRAINER ON OUR DIME

We are also accepting applications for people wishing to become part-time Apple Certified Trainers in OS X, Aperture, Logic and Final Cut Pro. We have 5 open positions and are looking for people willing to take the Train the Trainer course from Apple, and teach in our new Apple Authorized Training Center at 1000 Waverly. What is the cost to you? If you're accepted, the cost is nothing. We have received unprecedented funding for 5 talented and sincere (not to mention lucky) Manitobans to take ‘Train the Trainer’ training from Apple that would ordinarily cost well over $1500 in tuition fees alone!

In order to qualify to become an Apple Certified Trainer, you must have a MINIMUM of three years experience with Apple's Pro Apps in the field as an editor, VFX artist, Photographer, DVD author, sound designer, or be a teacher with experience in these fields. If you're interested in applying to become an Apple Certified Trainer, please send your resume, and a cover letter detailing your professional experience and why you would make a great Apple Certified Trainer to our Certification Coordinator at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

We will be accepting applications until September 12th, so get your applications in as soon as possible. If you know someone who may be interested, but is not a part of New Media Manitoba, please feel free to pass this message along to any interested parties. We can only send the best candidates so if you know someone who would be awesome, send them our way!

This is an incredible opportunity for all Manitobans!  Having our own Apple Certified Trainers in Manitoba means that rather than having to send yourself or your staff to another city or country to be trained, you will be able to take advantage of all the benefits of being Pro certified in Winnipeg without incurring gobs of extra costs.

WHY SHOULD YOU BECOME APPLE CERTIFIED?

Being Apple certified raises your earning potential, distinguishes you from others in the industry, increases your marketability, allows you to stay relevant in your field and advance more quickly in your career.

As an Apple Certified Pro, you will be recognized as a highly skilled user of your chosen application and will have the ability to differentiate yourself to employers and colleagues as a Certified Pro to promote career growth. You will also receive a certificate from Apple distinguishing you as an Apple Certified Pro and will have the right to use the Apple Certified Pro logo on your business cards and website.

For more information browse the Apple Training website here: http://training.apple.com/certification

If you have any questions or want more information about the Apple Certified Pro certification process, or becoming an Apple Certified Trainer, please email our Certification Coordinator Kert Gartner at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Thanks and we hope to hear from you soon!

Kevin Hnatiuk