08/01/2025
Exciting News: Welcoming Joel Tabak as our Technical Director!
Born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan, Joel has had a lifelong passion for film andfilmmaking, which led to him joining the University of Regina's Film program in 2017, where hedeveloped skills in both digital and analog filmmaking techniques. He has worked professionally
in the film industry for seven years, having experience as a camera operator, editor and 1stAC. He has worked on a variety of projects that includes corporate video, commercials anddocumentaries (Including Citytv Saskatchewan's Flat out Food). He is excited to be a part of theFilmpool!
Following a competitive process for the Technical Director position which receive applicantsfrom Vancouver to Montreal,Shari Hildred, Executive Director, shared,
“I am just thrilled to welcome Joel Tabak to the Filmpool team in the role of Technical Director!Joel brings several years of practical industry experience and most importantly shares theFilmpool’s commitment to experimental and independent filmmaking. His skills and filmexperience are incredible assets, however it is his energy and passion to support ourmembership and to support the Filmpool’s strategic direction going forward that makes Joel’ssuch an incredible addition to our team.”
As the Filmpool returns to regular capacity, Joel will be overseeing equipment rentals,interfacing with membership, planning programming and engaging with our community offilmmakers.
Please watch for our reopening announcement coming soon and don't hesitate to reach outand say hello!
https://www.filmpool.ca/post/welcoming-our-new-technical-director