Programs & Application Forms
Telefilm New Media Producers' Program
This program provides on-the-job training opportunities of the highest standards in the field of content creation for multi-platform delivery. The emphasis of this initiative, funded by Telefilm Canada, is on content creation for cross platform, convergent and interactive media projects. Working with an independent production company, under the direct supervision of at least one mentor, trainees will develop their technical, administrative and creative abilities in the multiplatform content production and delivery sector.
Telefilm Canada is a federal cultural agency dedicated to the development and promotion of the Canadian audiovisual industry. Telefilm provides financial support to the private sector to create distinctively Canadian productions that appeal to domestic and international audiences. The Corporation also administers the funding programs of the Canadian Television Fund and the Canada New Media Fund.
Deadline: Closed for applications for 2009-10
Spots Available: 5
Duration of Placement: 18 weeks
Intern Stipend: $12,000 (minimum);
$8,500 from the Program and minimum $3,500 from mentor
Age: No age limit
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Must have previous related experience
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Must be Canadian citizen or a permanent resident who is legally entitled to work in Canada
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Must be co-applying with a mentor company. Please note that the CFTPA-NMP staff will provide assistance to interested candidates searching for a mentor company
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Cannot be an employee, family member, or current CFTPA trainee of the mentor company if the candidate is submitting a joint application with a mentor
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An eligible member of the Canadian Film and Television Production Association (CFTPA) at the time of application
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The training must encompass the development, production and/or distribution of a cross platform, convergent or interactive media project
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The mentor comany must contribute a minimum of $3,500 toward the participant's stipend
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The mentor company will be responsible for providing career assistance, feedback, guidance during, and debriefing following the completion of the placement
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Must be co-applying with a trainee candidate. Unmatched applications will not be accepted. Please note that the CFTPA-NMP staff will provide assistance to interested mentor companies searching for a candidate.
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A mentor applicant cannot be an employer, family member, or current CFTPA mentor of the trainee with whom he/she is submitting a joint application
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Application Form
Download the Application Form (pdf format)
Mail four copies of your complete package, including application forms to:
CFTPA National Mentorship Program
151 Slater St., Suite 902
Ottawa, ON, K1P 5H3
The complete application package must be mailed or couriered to the CFTPA Ottawa office by the stated deadline. Emails and faxes will NOT be accepted.
More Info
New application forms and deadlines are posted as soon as they become available. If you wish to receive an email notification when a new deadline becomes available please send us an email using the email address below.
National Mentorship Program
800-656-7440
613-233-1444
Ext. 238
