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Kelly Townsend

Kelly Townsend is the editor at Playback, with previous experience in B2B and entertainment journalism. Before joining the Playback team in 2018, she worked in the editorial, marketing and communication departments at B2B publisher Dovetail Communications. She has a bachelor's degree in English from York University and is a graduate of Humber College’s journalism program. Her byline has appeared in IndieWire and she spent several years covering Canadian TV as associate editor of The TV Junkies.

Posts by Kelly Townsend

Hamilton post division launches grant program for short projects

The Shooting Eye’s post-production label Hammer Post has opened the grant to support emerging filmmakers with their first or second projects.

August 2, 2024

CMF commits $16.2M via Indigenous, POV programs

The latest round of funding includes $8.5 million for Indigenous scripted and unscripted projects and $7.7 million for one-off documentaries.

August 2, 2024

Netflix limited series Wayward rolls in Toronto

The Mae Martin-led thriller features Sarah Gadon and Toni Collette in a story about the troubled teen industry.

August 2, 2024

Adrian Holmes to host third Legacy Awards on CBC

The Legacy Awards will air on CBC and CBC Gem on Sept. 29.

August 1, 2024

Modernized Canada, Switzerland copro treaty goes into effect

The new coproduction treaty includes a reduction in the minimum financial contribution from producers.

August 1, 2024

ISO, Creative BC partner for sustainable production initiative

A combined $200,000 will be allocated to support environmentally sustainable practices through the Indigenous Screen Office’s Production Program.

August 1, 2024

Anita Lee on TIFF’s content market, supporting Canadian film

The chief programming officer highlights Canada’s strong presence at the 49th Toronto International Film Festival.

August 1, 2024

Spin Master sees revenue dip in Q2, offset by entertainment gains

The company announced that EVP and CFO Mark Segal will retire in 2025.

July 31, 2024

National Film Board names Julia Qiwen Zhu as next CFO

She assumes the role from outgoing CFO Joanne Heller effective Aug. 19.

July 31, 2024

OutTV’s Novelette is Trying to world premiere at VQFF

The Vancouver Queer Film Festival revealed a handful of titles selected for its 2024 lineup.

July 30, 2024

CPAC asks CRTC to consider wholesale fee increase

The public affairs channel says it will require additional funds in two years to support its operations.

July 29, 2024

Deals: Fred Media, Cineflix Rights, Sinking Ship

Blue Ant Media and Quebecor Content pick up Australian lifestyle series, Cineflix Rights sells true crime shows to the U.K., and more.

July 26, 2024