Mentorship Program

With the growing demand for skilled post-production management, supervisors play a key role in the success of film and series projects. This program provides up to one year of personalized coaching for post-production supervisors, coordinators, producers, and other professionals working in post-production. Alumni of previous APostLab Annual Workshops are also welcome to apply.

The program combines monthly one-on-one sessions with group sessions throughout the year. It is designed to help participants strengthen their technical and managerial skills, grow their confidence, and take the next step in their professional careers.

Led by experienced post-production supervisors, the mentorship offers continuous support, practical insights, and tailored guidance to help mentees address real challenges in their daily work.

The program accepts up to six participants each year. It is primarily intended for:

• Post-production supervisors and coordinators (freelance or in-house)
• Producers and other professionals managing post-production

Applicants are strongly encouraged to be involved in a feature film or series (fiction or documentary) during the program to maximize the benefits of the mentorship.

The Mentorship Program complements the APostLab Annual Workshop. Participants in the mentorship are also eligible to attend the following Annual Workshop without reapplying.

The mentorship is tailored to each participant’s experience level and goals. Sessions cover a wide range of post-production management topics and key professional skills.

The program is divided into two six-month modules:

Module 1 (January – June)

• Working as a freelancer in the film industry
• Managing and supporting creative and technical processes
• Budgeting and quoting early in a project
• Connecting workflow design to budgeting and scheduling
• Understanding the impact of financing on post-production
• Negotiating deliverables and contracts
  

Module 2 (July – December)

• Defining the role of a post supervisor within different project structures
• Managing VFX-heavy projects and collaborating with VFX supervisors
• Building and maintaining a network of freelancers and vendors
• Budgeting projects and estimating your own professional time
  

Through ongoing coaching and feedback, the APostLab Mentorship Program supports participants’ professional growth and helps them reach their individual goals.

All meetings and group sessions are held in English and conducted online. Schedules are arranged collaboratively between mentors and mentees, with the full program designed to be completed within one year.

The participation fee is €380,- (+ VAT, if applicable) per module, paid separately each semester. This includes all online mentor sessions and group meetings.

As a pilot initiative, APostLab is introducing a Pay-it-Forward Mentorship, offering the same number of mentoring hours free of charge. Participants in this part of the program  will also receive training to become mentors in future editions, “paying it forward” by sharing their knowledge and experience with new mentees in future editions.

This year, one applicant will be selected for the Pay-it-Forward program based on their profile and motivation. Selection will be made internally by the APostLab committee.

To apply, please complete the online application form and upload the following:

• A recent photo
• A short profile
• Your CV or résumé
• A motivation letter

The APostLab team will review all applications. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, and final results will be announced shortly after.