Declines in television revenues and scripted production, attributed to “macroeconomic headwinds,” were noted as a factor in the recent reverse takeover by Blue Ant Media.
Reel Canada organizers expect the day’s screenings to exceed 2,000 on April 16.
Zimmer will also take part in a panel session alongside members of Bleeding Fingers Music, the composer collective he co-founded.
The former Snap exec will oversee Bell Media’s advertising sales and partnerships strategy.
The shorts are up for four awards at the event, offering more than $20,000 in cash and in-kind prizes.
It is the first series produced entirely in Quebec to take part in Series Mania’s international competition.
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The survey is just one of several initiatives as part of the Disability Screen Office’s three-year initiative to grow accessibility in the Canadian film and television industry.
The partnership will focus on formats and series for Canadian and international markets.
The 46th edition of the festival will feature showcases, networking opportunities and programming spotlighting Korean content.