Thank you for your interest in applying for the
Black Entrepreneurs Program
.
Please complete the information on each page, review and submit your application.
Keep in mind that:
All fields marked with an asterisk (*) on the application are required
This opportunity is only open to:
Members of the
Black community
Individuals who are eligible to legally work in Canada
Review the full application before filling it out, the form must be completed in one sitting. It can take up to 20 minutes to complete.
You will
receive
a confirmation email after you have submitted your application.
The Reelworld Black Entrepreneurs Program provides business advisory services, workshops, mentorships, and capital investment and networking opportunities to Black individuals interested in launching or advancing a career as casting directors, agents, managers, and film producers in the entertainment industry.
Beginning March 2023,
11 Black casting directors, agents and managers
will participate in a series of workshops focused on setting up a company and creating a business plan with training in the key areas of accounting, human resources, and marketing and sales. Another stream of
5 film producers
,
will participate in a series of workshops focused on business management, negotiation, cash flow management, legal and accounting support. The streams of the program will run concurrently and include a 3 month mentorship.
Please note that we are seeking producer applicants who want to produce other people's work. We are also seeking Casting Directors, Agents, Managers, who are
not
actors or are willing to put that aside to pursue their new career.
Applications will close February 24th, 2023 at 12pm ET.
Successful applicants will be notified shortly thereafter. This year, the program is accepting
Canada-wide
applicants.
The program will start in March, 2023 and continue through to December, 2023.
Applicants will need to be prepared to commit 1-2 days a week for virtual workshop sessions up to 2hrs long, and commit a minimum of 10 hours weekly for their 3-month mentorship. Please also be prepared for possible travel or attendance at digital events.
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The Reelworld Black Entrepreneurs Program provides business advisory services, workshops, mentorships, and capital investment and networking opportunities to Black individuals interested in launching or advancing a career as casting directors, agents, managers, and film producers in the entertainment industry.
Beginning March 2023,
11 Black casting directors, agents and managers
will participate in a series of workshops focused on setting up a company and creating a business plan with training in the key areas of accounting, human resources, and marketing and sales. Another stream of
5 film producers
,
will participate in a series of workshops focused on business management, negotiation, cash flow management, legal and accounting support. The streams of the program will run concurrently and include a 3 month mentorship.
Please note that we are seeking producer applicants who want to produce other people's work. We are also seeking Casting Directors, Agents, Managers, who are
not
actors or are willing to put that aside to pursue their new career.
Applications will close February 26, 2023 at 12pm ET.
Successful applicants will be notified shortly thereafter. This year, the program is accepting
Canada-wide
applicants.
*Please note, we are no longer accepting producer applicants for our 2023 cohort*
The program will start in March, 2023 and continue through to December, 2023.
Applicants will need to be prepared to commit 1-2 days a week for virtual workshop sessions up to 2hrs long, and commit a minimum of 10 hours weekly for their 3-month mentorship. Please also be prepared for possible travel or attendance at digital events.
Before starting your application, please ensure you have all of your support material including:
1. A colour headshot
2. A one-minute video explaining who you are and why you want to participate in the program
3. A 50 word bio
4. A resume
If selected for this opportunity, I agree to participate in a live webinar panel about my experience to take place during the Reelworld Film Festival in October 2023 and digital events taking place throughout the year
Yes
No
Please select the stream you want to participate in
Casting Directors
Agents
Managers
Applicant Information
First Name
Last Name
Email
name@domain.com
Which best describes you?
Black
African
Afro Caribbean
Afro Latinx
Afro Latina/o
Afro Middle Eastern
Black Indigenous
Black Multi-Racial
African American
Black Canadian
Which gender identity best describes you?
Woman
Man
Cis Woman
Cis Man
Trans Woman
Trans Man
Two Spirit
Non-binary
Trans Masc Non-Binary
Trans Femme Non-Binary
Genderqueer
Agender
Other
What are your pronouns?
What is your sexual orientation?
Heterosexual/Straight
Gay
Lesbian
Bisexual
Pansexual
Asexual
Queer
I prefer not to say
Other
Which Province/Territory do you reside in?
Please select...
Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Nunavut
Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Saskatchewan
Yukon
Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?
Yes
No
Where did you hear about the Black Entrepreneurs Program?
Newsletter
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Website
Email
Other
Please upload a colour head shot
Please upload your CV.
Please submit 1-2 letters of recommendation. Not required, but an asset.
Please submit a link (Google Drive) to your materials if the upload file feature is not working. Make sure the link is available to access without request.
Please submit your bio (50 words max)
Please provide a link to a one-minute video explaining who you are, why you want to participate in the Black Entrepreneurs Program, and what you expect to get out of it. This can be shot on your phone.
What level of education have you completed?
High School
College Diploma
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate Degree
Other
Describe your current primary field of work.
Do you have a website? If so, please insert the URL link.
Applicants applying to the
producer stream
, please provide a link to your previously produced work and let us know if you've received a nomination or award at a Film Festival.
Years of Experience in the Canadian Film Industry
No previous experience
1-5 Years
5-10 Years
10-15 Years
15-20 Years
Over 20 Years
Please confirm the following:
I am available on weekdays from 1-5pm ET for virtual workshop sessions
I am prepared to travel for industry in-person and digital events
I have or will have a computer, good internet connection, and a webcam for virtual meetings and workshop sessions.
I have submitted a colour head shot.
I have uploaded a CV
I have uploaded a one-minute video
I am prepared to commit a minimum of 10hrs/weekly for a 3-month mentorship starting July 2023.