CBC Actors Conservatory
2024 Application Form

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DEADLINE:
Mon. April 29th, 2024 @ 5:00PM EST
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - PLEASE READ

This application is comprised of two parts: the APPLICATION FORM and the SUBMISSION FEE PAYMENT. Applications are only accepted if both parts are complete. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

1. APPLICATION FORM
Please complete each section of the five-page application form. Upon clicking "Submit Form," your application materials will be sent to the CFC. 

2. SUBMISSION FEE PAYMENT
Please note that there is a submission fee of $25.00 CAD for this application. After submitting the application form, you will be redirected to PayPal to complete the submission fee payment. Please make sure your browser allows for pop-up windows to make the PayPal payment. 
If the application fee is a barrier to applying, please contact programs@cfccreates.com. 

Due to the high volume of applicants, we cannot offer applicants feedback.

For questions and clarification, please email programs@cfccreates.com.

ACCESSIBILITY FOR ONTARIANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
CFC is committed to providing accessible practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, or have any questions regarding appropriate accommodations, please access the CFC Accessible Customer Service Policy, or contact Deborah Fallows, Executive Lead, People and Culture, at dfallows@cfccreates.com. This ensures appropriate accommodations are in place before the program begins.
PRIVACY POLICY
CFC will collect your personal information to allow us to contact you, for statutory and identification purposes, and as part of our selection process. Your personal information is kept in a secure location: access to this information is restricted only to persons who require it to fulfill the above functions, and will be destroyed immediately after anonymization. For more information, please see the Privacy Policy (https://cfccreates.com/about/legal-policies/).

APPLICANT INFORMATION (2/5)

CONTACT INFORMATION




















APPLICATION MATERIALS (3/5)

LETTER OF INTENT [MAX 1000 WORDS]


ACTING RESUMÉ / CURRICULUM VITAE [MAX TWO (2) PAGES]
Your Resumé/Curriculum Vitae should contain an up-to-date account of your experience, education, training, and theatre/onscreen credits.

HEADSHOT
A current photo or headshot.

SELF-TAPE
Your self-tape should be a three- to four-page scene from film or television in the style of an audition, including your slate at the beginning. Your slate should be your full name, agent/agency (if applicable), union affiliation(s) (if applicable), and the role/source of material you will be presenting. Please choose a piece and/or character that is meaningful to you.

Self Tape Tips 1. Be off book – in other words, memorize your lines, to the best of your ability. 2. You should be the only person on camera. 3. Frame yourself from the chest up, without having too much extra head space above you. The camera should be at eye level. 4. If using a smartphone as a camera, remember to turn the phone horizontal, so that the footage is recorded in landscape mode. 5. It is best if the camera is stationary, on a tripod or solid surface, rather than being held by another person. 6. If you are shooting on your own, free versions of apps such as Slatable and Zoom can help make the process easier. 7. If you are using a reader, they should be as far from the camera as you are, so that their voice is not louder than yours in the recording. 8. Avoid background noise: turn off or do not shoot next to loud machines such as fans, air conditioners, etc, close windows to block street noise, and make sure other occupants of the space are quiet while you’re recording. 9. Soft natural lighting is best – shoot during the day if you can, but avoid harsh direct sunlight that will make you look over exposed. You may want to turn on additional lights, and you should avoid distracting shadows on your face and body. 10. Choose a plain, neutral coloured back drop, such as a blank wall or solid sheet. Do not shoot in front of a bright window, as you will show up in silhouette.


YOUR ADVOCATES
Please provide us with contact information for up to two (2) people who are familiar with you, your work, your process, and/or your creative aspirations. We may reach out to your advocate(s) to arrange a phone or video call.





VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION QUESTIONNAIRE (4/5)

The CFC is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, and encourages applications from filmmakers, creators, and entrepreneurs from all communities, identities, abilities, and intersections. In order to improve, evolve, and evaluate the CFC’s programs and recruitment efforts, better identify and support underrepresented communities, and ensure we consider the needs of potential residents, please consider responding to the following optional questions. This data is collected on a voluntary basis to help ensure a more equitable and representative screen-based industry. Please note that terminology used within is subject to change given the evolving nature of language and nomenclature for these important purposes.
PRIVACY POLICY
Information collected in the below Self-Identification Questionnaire is kept in a secure location: access to this information is restricted only to CFC personnel with valid reasons who require it – including but not limited to CFC Programs, Legal, IT, and Communications, and it will be destroyed after the CFC has analyzed the information and its subsequent anonymization (unless otherwise required by law).  You may withdraw your consent to the CFC’s continued use of the information provided in this Questionnaire at any time during the collection or over the period during which the information is held by the CFC prior to its anonymization.

For more information, please see the Privacy Policy :
https://cfccreates.com/about/legal-policies/. 











CONSENT FORMS (5/5)

CANADIAN CITIZEN/ PERMANENT RESIDENT ELIGIBILITY
Applicants to CFC programs must be Canadian citizens (as defined by the Citizenship Act) or permanent residents of Canada (as defined by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act). 

Applicants selected for an interview will be required to provide the CFC proof of Canadian citizenship/permanent residency (PR) status. Accepted documents proving PR/citizenship include a Canadian passport, Canadian birth certificate, or Canadian permanent resident (PR) card.
RESPECT IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY
CFC has a zero tolerance policy in respect to discrimination and harassment in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the CFC Respect in the Workplace Policy and to direct any questions with respect to this policy to Deborah Fallows, Executive Lead, People & Culture, at: dfallows@cfccreates.com. All residents accepted into this program will be required to acknowledge and agree to this policy. 
COVID-19 POLICY
The Canadian Film Centre plans to deliver in-person programming, however, as the circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic remain fluid, and as the health and safety of our staff, mentors/guests and residents is our top priority, the CFC has elected to maintain its COVID protocols until further notice. This includes screening for symptoms, masking, physical distancing and vaccination policy. Please do look at our Vaccination Policy here on our website: http://cfccreates.com/vaccine-policy, and should you have any questions or concerns, please direct them to Deborah Fallows, the Executive Lead, People and Culture at dfallows@cfccreates.com. 
STATEMENT OF TRUTH
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