Reelworld Producer Program
About the Program:
Duration: 4 Months
Format: Remote & Part-Time
Producers in the program will receive a pass to the Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.
Timeline:
Sessions: March - June 2026
Reelworld Film Festival+Summit: October 2026
For any program-specific questions please reach out to programming@reelworld.ca
The Reelworld Producer Program is a four-month, part-time program for emerging producers who want to build or strengthen their own production companies. The program offers priority access to industry markets and provides practical, immersive training in the business side of the Canadian entertainment industry.
Throughout the program, you'll learn core producing skills, including forming a corporation, retaining IP, optioning scripts and novels, creating deal memos, selecting key creatives, preparing cast attachments, and navigating service production. You'll also dive into essential areas like applying for grants, understanding tax credits, packaging projects, and attracting talent.
As a program participant, you'll also receive hands-on guidance in developing pitch materials and delivering compelling in-person pitches, as well as opportunities to connect with broadcasters and production company executives. Each participant will develop and pitch a project, with the potential to move it into development. Bell Media will also take an active interest in selected projects.
This program is designed specifically for aspiring producers—not directors or writers developing their own creative work. All participants receive passes to the 2026 Reelworld Film Festival+Summit.
Deadline to Apply is December 19th, 2025 (11:59PM EST)
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Participating in the Reelworld Producer Program has been a valuable experiences for my career ... The connections I have made through this program has shaped my approach as a producer and have already opened new doors for my projects in development.
I’m truly grateful to the Reelworld team and partners for their dedication and for the impact this program has on producers."
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- Patrice Jecrois
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What are the application requirements?
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Must be a Permanent Resident or Canadian Citizen.
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Must be Indigenous (including First Nations, Metis or Inuit), Black, Asian, or Person of Colour.
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A high-resolution coloured headshot labelled with "First Name, Last Name- 2026PP" [e.g. “Femi Johnson - 2026PP.jpeg”].
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A professional CV.
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A 50-word bio.
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Letter of intent (500 words max). Be sure to include what you would like to achieve as a producer in this program.
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One-minute video explaining who you are, why you want to be in the producer program, an your goals.
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Reference letter along with their contact information. The person should be able to speak to your skill sets as a producer or how your current skills can be transferred to producing.
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Secondary reference. Please list the name, title and contact information (email & phone number).
What are the goals of the program?
Participants will learn about the business side of the Canadian entertainment industry. They will acquire valuable skills such as building a small business, optioning scripts and novels, applying for grants, developing pitch materials, and more.
When do the applications open?
November 21 2025. Subscribe to the Reelworld newsletter and follow Reelworld on social media to be notified.
When do the applications close?
December 19, at 11:59 PM ET.
When does the program start, and how long does it run?
The program starts in March 2026 and runs for four (4) months. Meetings with broadcasters are held in November.
Is this a remote, hybrid or in-person program?
The program is remote with a 2-3 hour commitment per week.
Do I need to apply with a project ready?
No, a ready project is not required to apply for the program. Though prior production experience is required.