The pilot program provides training, mentorship and – on certain selected projects – financial support to Deaf and disabled creators to develop scripted and documentary content.
Ten creators will be selected in each of the following streams:
Scripted comedy/drama
Creators attend workshops and receive practical experience writing pitch documents, individualized feedback and coaching on how to package/market their project as well as the opportunity to network with other industry professionals from CBC and across the industry.
Participants will be paid a stipend of $2,500 for their involvement in the program and their creation of a pitch package.
Short documentaries
This program includes a paid development phase and mentorship. At the end of an approximate eight-week development cycle, one short doc will be selected for production. By the end of the program, all filmmakers will leave with practical development experience including individualized feedback on their concept and coaching on how to best develop a documentary pitch.
CBC will choose up to 10 participants who will receive a $6,000 development deal that may go towards writing, research, creating a more detailed proposal, shooting script and/or accessing clips of characters etc.
Submissions are open to creators with a demonstrated interest in the media industry who self-identify as having a disability.
Application deadline is January 26. Learn more about how to apply now. All enquiries regarding the program should be sent to info.accesscbc@gmail.com.
CBC, Canada Media Producers Association (CMPA) and the Canadian Audio-Visual Certification Office (CAVCO) are launching season four of their One Stop Business Workshop series.
These free virtual workshops run from January 25 to February 2. Closed captioning and ASL will be available.
One Stop Business Workshop introduces emerging independent producers and content creators from traditionally underrepresented groups to topics related to business and financing for TV, film and original digital content.
Season four includes the following workshops:
Moving from no budget to low/micro budget production
How to get someone interested in putting money into your documentary
What to consider when producing your first feature film
Preparing proposals and applications with Bell Fund, Independent Production Fund and Canada Media Fund
Preparing proposals and applications with Canada Council, National Film Board of Canada and Telefilm
All Access runs online from January 18 to 20, featuring speakers and guests exploring industry trends through panels, interviews and case studies.
The event provides the opportunity for broadcast, distribution and fund executives from Canada and elsewhere to connect with producers, writers, directors and other industry professionals in attendance.
Learn more about registration rates and how to attend.
