CMPA National Mentorship Program

11/08/2023

LOCO MOTION PICTURES IS SEEKING A BTS PHOTOGRAPHER/VIDEOGRAPHER FOR THE CMPA STUDENT WORK PLACMENT PROGRAM -

https://cmpa.ca/mentorship/?toolkit=swpp

About the company:

LoCo Motion Pictures is a small but mighty independent production and distribution company based in Toronto. Headed by International Emmy-nominated producer, Lauren Corber, LoCo has a track record of successfully collaborating with creators to produce audience-driven, compelling stories for all screens worldwide. With a focus on digital and diverse storytelling, LoCo takes a non-traditional approach to content creation, pushing boundaries and telling stories to underserved audiences. We’ve produced award-winning series including How to Buy a Baby, My 90-Year-Old Roommate, Detention Adventure and The Communist’s Daughter.
About the Role:

LoCo needs someone to come to the set of our latest television production, shooting from now until Nov 16 (weekdays only - with possible extension) in Toronto ON, to capture content for social media. Also need content prep. Please reach out if you're interested with your availability, equipment you'll be using and resume to [email protected].

LoCo strives to support diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our company and projects. We welcome all applicants including and especially those from equity and sovereignty seeking-communities.

The CMPA’s diverse mentorship programs are a launch pad for the next class of Canadian media producers.

09/19/2023

Attention students!

PAID STUDENT MENTORSHIP AT FLIRT FILMS (available immediately). Strong possibility of hire after the internship ends.

Flirt Films, a Montreal-based production company, is looking for a mentee. We're a passionate and diverse team dedicated to empowering new, underserved voices in the world of film and television. Our unique culture is built on the foundations of energy awareness, higher consciousness, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. www.FlirtFilms.net

We are looking for someone who is genuinely passionate about film production, marketing, and storytelling? Flirt Films is on the lookout for a talented and enthusiastic Producer's Assistant Paid Intern to join our team for the next 6 months full time.

What You'll Do:

Shadow our president, producer and filmmaker, Patricia Chica, and learn the process of developing and creating content for film and TV, from inception to promotion. Managing busy meeting calendars and ensuring our projects stay on track.
You'll assist in handling important communications and correspondence via email and phone.
You'll be reading scripts and marketing materials, and providing feedback from your own unique perspective.

You'll be invited to attend conferences, screenings, and industry networking events in presence and online.

You will assist in. and learn about the creation of pitch decks, press releases and sizzle reels.

You'll help us organize auditions, table reads and rehearsals with actors as well as observe how working with talent works.
And so much more!

Bilingual (English - French) a must.
We also encourage Hispanic students to apply as we produce LatinX content.

Contact Sophia at [email protected]
Send your resume and motivation letter asap!
We encourage BIPOC and Q***r mentees to apply.

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Please follow the link below for more Information on program eligibility !

https://cmpa.ca/mentorship/?toolkit=swpp

The CMPA’s diverse mentorship programs are a launch pad for the next class of Canadian media producers.

05/31/2023

The CMPA is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 slate of mentorship programs is now accepting applications. The focus of our programs continues to be launching the next generation of production talent and to support CMPA members in growing their businesses.

New this year, members looking for a mentee can post mentorship opportunities on our website and can browse candidate profiles.

Follow the link below for more information as well as details in this years programming!

https://cmpa.ca/mentorship/

05/10/2023

The Student Work Placement Program is now accepting applicants! Placements are evaluated and allocated on an ongoing basis until funds remain available. Please click the link below for more information!
https://cmpa.ca/mentorship/

09/13/2022

Attention students!
Busy film production company Timeless Pictures seeks intern to assist in the Business Affairs department.

You will be trained in the following areas to assist the VP Business Affairs:
- film financing structures
- development
- budgeting
- film union/guild signatory process (SAG/AFTRA, UBCP/ACTRA, WGA, WGC, DGC BC)
- federal and provincial film tax credits
- film insurance (Commercial General Liability/Entertainment Package, Errors & Omissions, Telefilm Short-Term Compensation Fund)
- production office operations
- US and Canadian copyright registrations
- on screen credits process
- legal delivery to broadcasters and distributors

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited educational institution. For other eligibility criteria visit https://cmpa.ca/mentorship/?toolkit=swpp

Ideal candidates are those who hold an eagerness to learn and the long-term goal of producing entertainment content. Office is located in South Burnaby. This position has flexible hours and can be primarily performed remotely if necessary.

Email resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

06/01/2022

The CMPA's 2022-23 mentorship programs are now open and accepting applications until July 4, 2022. For more information: https://cmpa.ca/mentorship/