Bell Media’s BravoFACT (Foundation to Assist Canadian Talent) announced today it has partnered with Documentary Organization of Canada to offer the innovative consultation service, Festival Concierge. In an effort to help shine a spotlight on Canadian filmmakers, DOC’s Festival Concierge, the first member-based film organization in Canada that provides this type of service, connects industry professionals with filmmakers to assist in the navigation of the festival submission process. The next two cycles of BravoFACTUAL award recipients will automatically gain complimentary access to the Festival Concierge service, a monthly e-newsletter, and priority access to all Festival Concierge webinars and workshops.
“We are thrilled to partner with industry champions DOC to offer this accessible and incredibly useful service,” said Tracey Pearce, Senior Vice-President, Specialty and Pay, Bell Media. “Continuing to establish relationships that strengthen BravoFACT’s web of supportive networks allows us to provide increased value to the Canadian filmmakers we work with.”
“The BravoFACTUAL program is a wonderful opportunity for documentary filmmakers to get their work produced and out there,” said Pepita Ferrari, DOC’s Interim Director.
“We’re thrilled BravoFACTUAL felt as we did, that this is a natural collaboration that will help shine a light on the great work being done by Canadian documentary filmmakers.”
Since its inception in 1995, BravoFACT-supported films have enjoyed success both at home and abroad. Most recently, it was announced that BravoFACTUAL funded documentary I Thought I Told You To Shut Up! by Director Charlie Tyrell is set to make its world premiere at the SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas.
The next submission deadline for BravoFACTUAL is April 1, 2024. The next submission deadline for BravoFACT is June 12, 2024.
For information about program requirements and application guidelines, visit http://bravofact.com.
The Documentary Organization of Canada is the collective voice of independent documentary makers across Canada. DOC is the premier organization for Canadian documentary advocacy, analyzing policy, conducting insightful research and speaking up at all levels of government to help Canadian documentary flourish.DOC helps Canadian documentary-makers get their work made and seen. We offer top-notch professional development and networking opportunities through our workshops, master classes, mentorship programs, services and benefits. Our vibrant network of professionals is connected coast-to-coast by an ever-humming members’ discussion group. The services we offer DOC members reduce their business costs and connect them to top industry players.