In this episode, Sharon Stevens, Vice President of Programming at Hollywood Suite, offers rare behind-the-scenes insights into what it really takes to get a project greenlit. With over 20 years of industry experience, Sharon shares how passion, persistence, and great storytelling drive selection and how filmmakers at every level can position themselves for success. From genre trends to pitch tips to financing advice, this episode is packed with practical wisdom for Canadian creators navigating the road to broadcast.In this episode:The power of persistence: how one producer turned 12 rejections into a greenlight and a festival hitSharon’s insights into how Hollywood Suite curates Canadian films across their four decade-themed channelsWhat Hollywood Suite actually looks for in a pitch, from story strength to script polish to financial strategyThe importance of relationships: why networking (in person or virtually) is key to long-term successCommon mistakes filmmakers make and how to avoid themAdvice for new filmmakers on reaching out via cold emails and initiating meaningful conversationsEmerging vs seasoned talent: why Hollywood Suite prioritizes the story over the résuméHow Sharon’s team supports co-productions, early-stage projects, and second-window partnershipsContactsSharon Stevens, Vice-President, Programming at Hollywood Suite Inc.Website: ​​https://hollywoodsuite.ca/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenssharon/This podcast is brought to you by the Alberta Media Production Industries Association (AMPIA), championing Alberta’s screen sector for over 40 years through advocacy, industry events, and professional development. Learn more or become a member at ampia.org.Help amplify Alberta’s screen industry: rate, review, subscribe, and download the Alberta Screen Impact Podcast on your favourite platform.Share this episode with your network and keep the conversation going.CREDITSHosted by: Justine Gamez Huckabay & Brent KawchukThank You to Our SupportersThis podcast is proudly presented by the Alberta Media Production Industries Association (AMPIA)Produced in collaboration with Metamorphosis Media GroupStudio space and internship support provided by Mount Royal University, Broadcast Media StudiesPromotional support courtesy of the Alberta Film CommissionSeries trailer edited by Joe Media GroupWe’re grateful to these organizations for helping bring Alberta’s screen stories to life and into the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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