International Feature Film Script Project

The main goal for the project is to create a 120-page feature film script that is internationally focused and based on Canada. The script should reflect diverse perspectives and experiences from people of all walks of life in Canada. The script should aim to tell a unique and compelling story that hasn't been able to reach the mainstream yet.

Graphic Design Assets for Feature Film

The main goal for the project is to create a set of high-quality graphic design assets for a feature film that align with the storytelling goals of Community First. The assets should be diverse and unique, reflecting the perspectives and experiences of the film's characters and themes.This will involve several different steps for the students, including:- Researching the storyline, characters, and themes of the feature film.- Developing a variety of graphic design assets such as posters, social media graphics, and promotional materials.- Collaborating with the film production team to ensure the assets align with the storytelling goals.- Incorporating feedback and making revisions to the design assets as needed.

Lean Startup Business Strategy Development

Our team has noticed that our product development and operational processes are not as efficient as they have the potential to be. We want to simplify these processes to make them more “lean” in order to make them less costly and more adaptable to customer feedback at a fast pace. In this project, students will focus on evaluating our operations and identifying internal issues that are causing processes to be too timely or costly. Mapping out operational processes using Business Process Model Notation and notation (BPMN), and evaluating each step and the resources it consumes.Identifying bottlenecks in our operational processes.Researching solutions to each unique problem identified in the mapping process.Creating a proposal with recommendations for improvements and an implementation plan for how we would incorporate the solutions.Creating a second BPMN model of operational processes with the proposed solution(s).

Financial Business Plan

We are excited to be launching a new business, (name of business and brief description of what the company will do). With any launch, having a financial plan is one of the keys to success, and we would like to involve students in creating one for our new venture.This will involve several different steps for the students, including:Learning about our business strategy from various employees to become familiar with our goals, mission, and products.Creating forecasts using Excel (or another financial software) for sales in the first year of operation as well as an income projection (conservative and aggressive).Working with our team to develop an expense budget.Conducting a break-even analysis timeline using financial projections.Reporting on projected assets and liabilities.Including visual comparisons such as graphs and charts to show the differences between the conservative and aggressive income projection.

Creative Content Development for Community First

The main goal for the project is to develop creative materials for the international marketplace, including scripted and non-scripted content, for the production collective, Community First. This includes writing treatments, putting together pitch packages for our production partners.This will involve several different steps for the students, including:- Researching international market trends and audience preferences.- Developing scripted and non-scripted content ideas.- Writing treatments for the developed content ideas.- Creating pitch packages for production partners.- Collaborating with the production collective to ensure the creative materials align with their goals and vision.

Outsider Genre Photography Project - Toronto

The main goal for the project is to capture the essence of the Outsider Genre in Toronto through photography. This will involve:- Researching and understanding the Outsider Genre and its significance in Toronto.- Identifying key locations and subjects within Toronto that represent the Outsider Genre.- Planning and executing photo shoots to capture the essence of the Outsider Genre.- Curating and editing the photos to showcase the unique perspective of the Outsider Genre in Toronto.

Business Analytics for Community First

The main goal for the project is to use business analytics to gain a better understanding of Community First's production collective. This will involve analyzing data to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can help improve the business's operations and decision-making processes. The project will also aim to create new experiences through storytelling from a diverse perspective that hasn’t been able to reach the mainstream.

Bookkeeping for Community First

The main goal for the project is to provide bookkeeping services for Community First, a production collective aiming to create new experiences through storytelling from a diverse perspective that hasn’t been able to reach the mainstream. This will involve several different steps for the learners, including:- Learning about the financial transactions and needs of Community First.- Organizing and recording financial data such as income, expenses, and payroll.- Generating financial reports and summaries for review.- Assisting with budget preparation and monitoring.- Ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

HR Strategies Implementation for Community First

The main goal for the project is to implement HR strategies that will build efficient processes for Community First. This includes identifying the best HR methods to use for the company's unique production collective environment and diverse perspective.This will involve several different steps for the students, including:- Conducting interviews and surveys with employees to understand their perspectives and needs.- Analyzing the current HR processes and identifying areas for improvement.- Researching and proposing HR strategies that align with the company's goal of creating new experiences through storytelling from a diverse perspective.- Developing a plan for implementing the chosen HR strategies and gaining buy-in from the leadership team.

Sales

The main goal of the project is for the team to practice sales skills on behalf of Outsider Genre, a company specializing in selling international co-productions to various territories. The focus is on enhancing the team's ability to effectively sell and distribute content across different markets, showcasing the company's offerings to potential clients or partners in the entertainment industry. The objective includes honing negotiation skills, understanding market dynamics, and developing strategies to promote and sell Outsider Genre's international co-productions successfully. Ultimately, the aim is to drive business growth and establish Outsider Genre as a prominent player in the global entertainment market.

Cyber Security Practices Review (for-credit)

The goal of this project is to review Outsider Genre's cyber security practices and identify areas for improvement. This will involve several different steps for the students, including:- Analyzing existing cyber security protocols and procedures.- Identifying areas of risk and potential vulnerabilities.- Researching best practices for cyber security.- Developing recommendations for improving cyber security.- Testing and implementing the new protocols and procedures.

Outsider Genre Accounting and Bookkeeping (For-Credit)

The main goal for this project is to provide Outsider Genre with accurate and up-to-date accounting and bookkeeping services. This will involve several different tasks, including:- Setting up and maintaining accounting and bookkeeping systems.- Recording financial transactions and ensuring accuracy.- Preparing financial statements and reports.- Reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.- Analyzing financial data and making recommendations.- Assisting with budgeting and forecasting.