Hands-on Training for Visible Minority and
Aboriginal Producers
 

OTTAWA, July 11, 2011-- The Canadian Media Production Association (CMPA) is thrilled to announce the latest deadline for one of its most successful and longest running training initiatives, the Telefilm Producer Trainee Program. The program will offer six placements across Canada with a focus on creating professional development opportunities for filmmakers of visible minority or Aboriginal backgrounds.
 
“The Telefilm Producer Trainee Program has been instrumental in reducing barriers and providing access to the industry for minority producers,” said Susanne Vaas, VP of Business Affairs & Recording Secretary, CMPA. “We thank Telefilm Canada for its continued support of this initiative.” 
 
“Telefilm Canada supports the CMPA in its commitment to developing the skills of industry professionals and is proud to dedicate resources that provide learning and market opportunities to emerging producers,” said Sheila de la Varende, Telefilm’s Director of National and International Business Development.
 
The Telefilm Producer Trainee Program is currently accepting applications with the deadline set for August 26, 2011. For application details and eligibility, visit our website.


About the CMPA:
The Canadian Media Production Association (CMPA) (formerly the Canadian Film and Television Production Association) is a non-profit, national industry trade organization representing the interests of leading screen-based media companies in all regions of Canada that are engaged in the production and distribution of English-language television programs, feature films and interactive media content.
 
About Telefilm Canada:
Telefilm Canada is a federal cultural agency dedicated to developing and promoting the Canadian audiovisual industry. Telefilm provides financial support to the private sector to create distinctively Canadian products that appeal to domestic and international audiences. Telefilm also administers the Canada Media Fund. Visit www.telefilm.gc.ca.

 
For further information please contact:
Anne Trueman
Director, Communications & Media, CMPA
1.800.656.7440 Ext. 227