WIFT-T Development Incubator

The WIFT-T Development Incubator is designed to develop market-driven feature films and support the next generation of Canadian feature film professionals. This initiative provides five emerging and intermediate producer and writer teams, with feature length projects in development, the opportunity to work with consultants and industry advisers in a series of small group sessions.

The 2010 WIFT-T Development Incubator takes place June 15-18, 2010. The program fee is $500 + GST for successful applicants. All payments can be made by credit card or cheque.

Benefits

Series of intensive group sessions on writing, development, financing, and marketing
Industry case studies on Canadian and international development, co-productions, and financing
One-on-one project consultations with creative and financial experts
Producer and writer team will be matched with U.K. or national story editors to polish script
Complimentary participation in writing workshops, including WIFT-T Women Writers Workshop and two-part WIFT-T Feature Film Writing Program.

Eligibility

Canadian citizen or landed immigrant or permanent resident
Independent producer
Must have at least one feature film or long-form project in development
Must be able to prove ownership of the project
Projects cannot be written by the producer applying
Treatments will not be accepted
Must have signed agreement from writer to participate in the WIFT-T Development Incubator
Must have at least two producing credits for feature films, television movies, short films, television series, television one-offs, or documentaries
Must have a minimum of five years professional experience in the industry
Must be able to participate in all workshops and commit to working with a story editor during stated time frames

Reporting Requirements

On completion of the program, participants must complete a written report evaluating the personal impact of the program in terms of skill enhancements, information learned, and contacts made.
Within six months of completing the program, participants must provide a final report that outlines new business relationships they have established and any commercial outcomes related to the skills and contacts generated by the program.

Application Process

Producers: please read carefully the WIFT-T Development Incubator Guidelines and complete the WIFT-T Development Incubator Application Form, and all requirements therein.

The completed application package must be submitted to WIFT-T by April 6, 2010 at 5 PM EST. Applications are reviewed by a selection committee of WIFT-T staff and industry representatives. Please note faxed and emailed applications are not accepted.

Application Fee | A $50 administration fee, paid by credit card or cheque, is required to process your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.