
Made possible through the Changing Narratives Fund administered by the Canada Media Fund (CMF) on behalf of the Government of Canada.
Building a more inclusive and sustainable screen industry.
The Access Reelworld Wage Subsidy Program supports the hiring of four (4) mid-career professionals who identify as Black, Indigenous or as Persons of Colour. The program provides wage subsidies to mid-level and senior professionals, covering a six-month, full-time position. These placements are designed to offer meaningful industry experience, mentorship, and skill development.
Rendu possible grâce au Fonds de diversité des voix, géré par le Fonds des médias du Canada, au nom du Gouvernement du Canada.
Création d’une industrie cinématographique plus inclusive et plus durable.
Le programme de subvention salariale Access Reelworld soutient l’embauche de professionnels et professionnelles en milieu de carrière et qui s’identifient comme noir(e)s, autochtones ou comme personnes de couleur. Le programme offre des subventions salariales aux professionnels de niveau intermédiaire et supérieur, et couvrent six mois de salaire pour un poste à temps plein. Ces stages visent à offrir une expérience significative de l’industrie, un mentorat et des opportunités de développement de compétences.
Eligibility requirements for production companies
Must be a CMPA or AQPM member in-good-standing
Operate from a physical office in Canada
Currently employ the equivalent of at least five (5) full-time staff
Have an active project in production
Deadline to apply: June 16, 2025
Apply to be a host production company for the Access Reelworld Wage Subsidy Program
Apply to be a host production company for the Access Reelworld Wage Subsidy Program
Rendu possible grâce au Fonds de diversité des voix, géré par le Fonds des médias du Canada, au nom du Gouvernement du Canada.
Création d’une industrie cinématographique plus inclusive et plus durable.
Le programme de subvention salariale Access Reelworld soutient l’embauche de professionnels et professionnelles en milieu de carrière et qui s’identifient comme noir(e)s, autochtones ou comme personnes de couleur. Le programme offre des subventions salariales aux professionnels de niveau intermédiaire et supérieur, et couvrent six mois de salaire pour un poste à temps plein. Ces stages visent à offrir une expérience significative de l’industrie, un mentorat et des opportunités de développement de compétences.
Postulez pour devenir une entreprise de production hôte pour le Programme de Subvention Salariale Access Reelworld.
General Questions
- Provide mid-career professionals with meaningful, full-time in-office work experience within a production company
- Build sustainable industry career pathways for underrepresented talent
For Mid-Career Professionals
- Identify as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Colour
- Be legally able to work in Canada
- Be a mid-career professional in Canada’s screen sector
- Have experience in or interest in working within a production company
- Be able to work on-site, Monday to Friday
What roles are available? Roles will vary depending on the host company’s needs. Possible areas include development, business affairs, marketing, post-production, or producing. This program is not for independent project development.
Is this a remote opportunity? No. You must be available for in-person work at the production company’s office location.
Is this program open to emerging or entry-level professionals? This program is specifically designed for mid-career professionals looking to build on their production company experience. Eligible applicants will be assessed by the Reelworld team. Final selection and matching will be done in consultation with the host companies.
When will placement applications open? Applications for mid-career professionals will open in late June 2025. Stay tuned for updates.