TORONTO – CBC has committed to increase the number of women directing its scripted television series.
The public broadcaster said that women will make up half or more of all directors or directing 50% or more of all episodes on upcoming seasons of Murdoch Mysteries (Season 10, pictured), Heartland (Season 10), This Life (Season 2), Baroness Von Sketch Show (Season 1), and Workin’ Moms (Season 1).
The pledge comes as CBC and its production partners move to support the goal of Women in View’s 2X More initiative, which brings together media industry leaders in the hopes of doubling the number of women directing scripted media in Canada from the current 17% to 35% in two years.
“I’m proud that CBC, in partnership with our producers, is the first Canadian broadcaster to take a proactive step forward to increase the number of women directing scripted television in this country,” said CBC’s EVP English services Heather Conway, who is also a member of the 2X More Advisory Group. “The talent, ideas and experiences of female directors are essential to the creation of extraordinary content that is seen in Canada and around the world. We know that there is still much work to be done, and look forward to building on our commitment to improve gender equity and diversity in all areas.”
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