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Meridian Artists Agency Mentorship

Ever wondered how talent agencies work? Want to find out more about artist representation and career development? Apply for our Meridian Artists Agency Mentorship!

Comprehensive three-week mentorship at the Meridian Artists' Toronto office
$1,000 honorarium
On-stage recognition at the Crystal Awards Gala (December 2020) *to be confirmed

You will be immersed in every department of the agency and be privy to how a select roster of the most talented writers, directors, actors, key creatives, and book authors are represented:

See how film and television writers' and directors' careers are managed - whether they are emerging or senior talent - with Glenn Cockburn, Film and Television Agent and President of the Agency
Learn more about client management and development, generating ideas, preparing pitches and selling shows for different genres with Kerry Ball, Film and Television Agent and Head of Department
See how actors are auditioned and selected from behind the scenes with access to breakdowns, pitches and client coaching with Tovah Small
Learn how Editors, DPs, Production Designers, and other crew positions are pitched and managed with Courtenay Bainbridge, Key Creative Agent
Get a glimpse into the world of publishing with Amy Moore Benson, Book Agent
Join the agency’s bullpen to see just how much work and support goes into managing the day to day needs of a client's submissions, meetings, payments, contracts and schedules

2020 Dates & Deadlines

Call for applications opens: Open Now

Deadline to submit application: NEW! Friday August 14, 2020 (11:59pm EDT)

The 2020 mentorship is scheduled to run in October 2020.

Eligibility

‍Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Landed Immigrant
WIFT-T member in good standing (may join at time of application)
Female professional with at least two years (but less than five years) of screen-based industry experience
Able to participate in all mentorship activities
Must be able to complete a final report within two weeks of mentorship completion

How to Apply

Complete the online application, then submit the following supporting documents:

Resume/CV including education and professional work experience (max 2 pages)
Professional bio (150 words max)
Letter of Intent: a detailed outline of your objectives for participating in this mentorship and why this opportunity is important to you (max 2 pages)
One letter of reference from an industry professional

"As the inaugural recipient of the Meridian Artists Agency mentorship I was able to refine my skills as a producer by getting insight into the talent industry, and their role in negotiations, pitches, and film and TV development. Being a talent agent is such an important role in the industry and it's opened my eyes to the overlapping skills that both producers and talent agents have."

~ Ava Torres, 2017 Recipient