WFF25 Screenwriters Lab Application Form

WFF25 Screenwriters Lab Application Form

Application deadline is Monday, May 5, 2025 at 11:59pmPST
Application fee: $55.00 + tax

***Feedback on applications and scripts will only be given to the Final Participants
A highly competitive multi-phase script and industry development program designed to amplify the diverse voices of Canadian writers by developing their original feature projects. The Lab offers participants unparalleled access to key industry experts and indispensable lessons in craft to fully explore and realize their scripts. To learn more visit whistlerfilmfestival.com
Name of applicant:*

First NameLast Name
E-mail:*
Script title:*
Project genre:*
Project logline:*
Project synopsis (max 250 words):*
You are (also):*

WriterDirectorProducerOther
Phone number:*
Province of residence:*
Website (if applicable)
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityProvince

Postal Code
Which pronouns do you use to identify yourself?*

She/HerHe/HimThey/themPrefer not to answerOther
WFF values fair and just treatment of all community members through the creation of opportunities and the removal of barriers to address historical and current disadvantages for underrepresented and marginalized groups. Please specify if any of the following apply*

IndigenousA person with disabilities (please specify in notes below)Person of colour (Specify please)2SLGBTQ+Female over 45 years oldPrefer not to answerN/AOther
Please specify any barriers for disability (this is kept confidential)
Please upload a head shot *

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Please upload a one-minute (approx.) video telling us who you are and why you want to be in our Lab. *

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MANDATORY - Please upload at least (2) Industry Reference Letters as (1) PDF (with contact info for us to follow up.) These References must be able to speak on you personally, and on your work ethic and commitment to this training Lab.*

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Professional biography (Short) *

200 words max0/200
Statement of interest (tell us your long and short term goals?): *
Artist statement (why this project? Why now? What do you hope to say or contribute by telling this specific story?): *
Development history (have you ever optioned your project? Has it ever received any funding or had any attachments?):*
Upload your script PDF*

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Attach your supporting materials:*

Please upload ONE file
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Application materials checklist*

CV and BioLetters of Reference x 2 (mandatory - uploaded above)Copies of relevant rights/options of screenplay if applicableScreenplay - only PDF format will be accepted$55 application fee (+ 5% GST)Head shot and video (uploaded above)Other
Links to previous work. Youtube, Vimeo, etc. (optional)
Include password if necessary
How did you hear about this opportunity?*
Social media (which platform), email, recommended by a friend etc.
Are you a member of any of the following organizations?*

Writers Guild of CanadaDirectors Guild of CanadaCanadian Media Production AssociationUBCP/ACTRAAcademy of Canadian Cinema & TelevisionDGC-BCWIFTVN/AOther
KEY DATES

April 2, 2025 - Call for Applications

April 30, 2025 - Q & A with Alumni Panel (online)

May 5, 2025 - Application Deadline

ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY for Phase I-III below:

August 9-13, 2025 - Phase I Intensive (in-person) in Squamish, BC

August-October, 2025 - Phase II Mentorship (online)

November 3-7, 2025 - Phase III Intensive (online) 5-day workshop

Save the Date:

December 3 - 7, 2025 - Whistler Film Festival + Content Summit
TERMS & CONDITIONS:

Please read the following carefully and click "I Agree & Understand" to state your agreement to these terms.

If selected, you will pay a course tuition cost of $2,950 CDN per participant (plus 5% GST). Payment plan options available upon request. The fee is non-refundable.

WFF is not responsible for any copyright or legal issues pertaining to the project or the applicant, but you would be required to give WFF a development credit.

WFF holds no rights to work produced by the applicant during the workshop. However, if selected, the participant grants to the Whistler Film Festival Society the right to utilize promotional materials related to the project for promotional purposes in all mediums, including broadcast, print and internet. WFF aims to support Lab participants throughout the production process and encourages participants to provide WFF with the right of first refusal for the World Premiere of the completed film.

Participation in the WFF Screenwriters Lab implies an understanding and acceptance of these regulations. The WFFS reserves the right to rule on cases not foreseen by these regulations.

I have read the WFF Code of Conduct and agree to abide by it: Download the WFFS Code of Conduct HERE.
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