Odesa IFF PRODUCER'S LAB

Producer's Lab is a three-day intensive mentorship workshop at the Odesa International Film Festival (August 2026), led by Katriel Schory — one of the most respected figures in international cinema, with over 40 years of experience.

Katriel Schory founded BELFILMS in 1974 and spent 25 years producing over 150 films and television programs. Then, in 1999, he took over as Executive Director of the Israel Film Fund — and over the next two decades, backed more than 300 Israeli features, turning a small national cinema into one of the most celebrated in the world. He has since become one of the most sought-after voices in international film — a mentor at Venice, Torino Film Lab, EAVE, and beyond. And now he's coming to Kyiv.

Over the course of the workshop, twelve emerging producers will work through the full arc of what it means to build a career in film. Sessions will cover how to identify and develop projects that have something real to say; how to build producer-director relationships that are built to last; how to navigate the realities of film finance and co-production structures; how to pitch your projects to the right people with confidence; and how to think strategically about your career — not just your next film.

Participation is free. The workshop is conducted in English. All selected participants receive an OIFF industry badge and invitations to the festival's opening and closing ceremonies.

Applications are open to emerging producers.

The deadline to apply is July 15, 2026.

*Before filling in the application form, please, read the Regulations of the workshop

A Producer’s Lab with Katriel Schory

APPLICATION FORM

1. Personal Information

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Social Media (Insta/FB)

2. Production Company

Name of Your Production Company

Company Website

Brief Description of Your Company

What does your company focus on? What kind of films do you make or want to make? (max. 150 words)

3. Professional Background

Current Role / Title

Years of Experience as a Producer

Previous Training, Labs, or Workshops

Have you participated in any industry training programs? If yes, please list them briefly.

4. Current Projects

List the projects you are currently working on or developing

Please include: title, format (short / feature / documentary / series / other), your role, current status, and any notes on co-production partners, attached talent, or financing. Add up to 3 projects

For your main project, please describe it in more detail

What is the film about? Why does this story need to be told? Who is it for? (max. 200 words)

5. Motivation

Why do you want to participate in this workshop?

Tell us what draws you to this programme and what you hope to gain from working with Katriel Schory. (max. 300 words)

What is the biggest challenge you are facing in your career as a producer right now?

(max. 200 words)

6. Supporting Materials

CV / Resume

Please attach your CV as a separate document (PDF preferred)

Additional Materials

You may also attach links to a portfolio, work samples, previous films, or any other relevant materials.