Program 2026

What to Expect

Film Row is hosting a mentorship program that fosters entertainment's future leaders by helping them grow in a personal & professional capacity.

Share your industry insights, guide emerging talent, and create a lasting impact on someone’s career trajectory.

❋ MENTORS

Grow your professional network, sharpen your skill set, and learn how to navigate the unique challenges of our industry with the help of a seasoned pro.

❋ MENTEES

Open to current or former members of exhibition, distribution, vendors, and affiliated studio departments. While a match is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate everyone who signs up and wishes to be a part of the program.

❋ Eligibility

Enroll through our website.

The program will run for 10 weeks.

Pairs are expected to connect once every two weeks. (In-Person, Phone, or Zoom)

This year, we will provide a dedicated Themes & Topics Guide for structured conversation and a Resource Guide for professional development. Every two weeks, you’ll receive a curated selection of multimedia resources covering leadership, strategy, and career advancement.

❋ PROGRAM DETAILS

The mission of the Film Row Mentorship Program is to provide a focused opportunity for a networking / educational experience, with a highly recognized member of distribution, exhibition, or affiliated departments & services of the studio system.

  • January 29, 2026

  • February 26, 2026

  • March 13, 2026

  • March 16, 2026

  • May 22, 2026

Important Dates:
  • “Film Row’s mentorship program helped me grow both personally and professionally, giving me the confidence and guidance I needed to take meaningful steps toward my career in entertainment.”

    Former Mentee

  • “Being part of Film Row’s mentorship made the industry feel way less intimidating and helped me grow both personally and professionally.”

    Former Mentee

  • “The Film Row mentorship experience allowed me to give back in a meaningful way while learning just as much from the young professionals as they learned from me.”

    Former Mentor

  • “Mentoring through Film Row was incredibly rewarding—being able to guide young professionals as they discover their strengths and grow into future leaders reminded me why I love this industry.”

    Former Mentor

  • “As a young business women, this program helped me build skills, make connections, and better understand what it really takes to succeed in the entertainment industry.”

    Former Mentee