Cape Breton Futures in Film Program
Unlock Your Film Career in Unama'ki – Cape Breton!
Lights, Camera, Action!
Whether you’re looking to jumpstart your career or take your film journey to the next level, Unama’ki – Cape Breton is calling! The Cape Breton Partnership has collaborated with Screen Nova Scotia, alongside industry partners and professionals, government, and educational institutions to build a thriving film/TV sector on the number one island in North America: Unama’ki – Cape Breton!
Now, it’s your chance to be part of the exciting and emerging film industry right here on the Island.
Why Join?
By signing up for the Cape Breton Futures in Film Program, you’ll get access to workshops, networking events, job opportunities, and much more. Whether you’re an aspiring filmmaker, an experienced crew member, or just starting out, this is your opportunity to break into the dynamic world of film and television!
How it Works:
Simply fill out the form below to join the program and receive the latest information on training, workshops, job opportunities, and more from Bill Culp, Creative Economy Development Officer with the Cape Breton Partnership.
If you are ready to be part of the action and start your career, or continue your journey in the film industry, and dream of working in Unama’ki – Cape Breton, we want to hear from you!
Cape Breton Futures in Film Program
Frequently Asked Questions
The program is for anyone with an interest in working in the Unama’ki – Cape Breton film industry, whether you’ve worked in film before or are eager to get started. Your submitted information may also be shared with future production teams looking for local crew and talent.
Your information will be kept on digital file by the Cape Breton Partnership. Your information may be shared with production teams in the future. Although your submitted information will be treated confidentially, the Cape Breton Partnership does not assume any liability in the security of your submitted information. As your information may be shared with external partners to explore future work opportunities, you acknowledge that submitting this information is granting permission for it to be shared.
Your information will be kept in the list until you request for it to be removed. You may be contacted periodically to confirm that you intend to remain on the list or be removed.
You will be contacted directly by Bill Culp, Creative Economy Development Officer with the Cape Breton Partnership.
The Cape Breton Partnership is currently working with Screen Nova Scotia, various unions, and both Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) and Cape Breton University to develop training programs to support the growth of the industry. When workshops are held, they will be shared on this page, as well through the Cape Breton Partnership’s newsletter and social media channels.
No, please be specific about your experience when filling out the form. You may be asked to provide a resume and or samples of your work at a later time.
To be removed from the list, simply email Bill@capebretonpartnership.com and ask to be removed from the list.
Want to learn more about Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s Creative Sector and Film Industry?
Contact Bill Culp, Creative Economy Development Officer, at Bill@capebretonpartnership.com or 902-562-0122.
Click play below to hear from Bill Culp about the Creative Sector, courtesy of The Coast Radio!
The Cape Breton Futures in Film Program and the Cape Breton Partnership’s Creative Economy Development service are made possible through the Cape Breton Regional Enterprise Network (CB REN) and the Cape Breton Regional Municipality Regional Enterprise Network (CBRM REN). These Regional Enterprise Networks are administered by the Cape Breton Partnership and funded by the Province of Nova Scotia through the Department of Growth and Development and local partners through the CBRM REN (Cape Breton Regional Municipality) and CB REN (Municipality of the County of Inverness Municipality of the County of Richmond, Municipality of the County of Victoria, Eskasoni Mi’kmaw Nation, Membertou, Wagmatcook First Nation, We’koqma’q L’nue’kati, and the Town of Port Hawkesbury).