CFC in collaboration with Bell Media is pleased to announce the creation of the Bell Media Showrunner Program, designed to equip 3-4 experienced TV writers per year with the knowledge and management skills necessary to becoming successful showrunners. 

The Showrunner Bootcamp will build on leadership skills, provide practical exposure to the producing side of the equation and empower participants to confidently take on all of the challenges and responsibilities of showrunning.

The Showrunner Bootcamp will delve into the different phases of management – from getting the show; to managing development and negotiating the room; the myriad of business considerations; producer and network relationships; hiring creative keys; managing production and post; through to marketing and publicity. It will explore positive leadership styles, negotiating techniques, best practices and the different kinds of relationships that can be built with producers in support of the creative and business process.