Industry Registration
Online registration for Hot Docs in now open. To register for this year’s event, please fill out the online registration form
Download our Hot Docs 2012 Registration Brochure for all the information you need on what to expect from this year’s event.
For additional information about registration, visit our FAQs.
For questions regarding how to register or Hot Docs pass entitlements, please contact the registration department via email at registration@hotdocs.ca.
A. CONFERENCE PASS
The Hot Docs Conference Pass offers access to valuable industry intelligence, professional development opportunities, and an overview of the art, craft and business of documentary.
Hot Docs Conference Pass holders will have access to:
- All Festival screenings
- All Conference sessions and programs including Doc Summit, International Co-Production Day, Kickstart and Micro Meetings
- All services offered by the Rogers Industry Centre
- Access to the Hot Docs Online Community for one year
- One Hot Docs Program Guide and delegate bag
B. NETWORKING AND MARKET PASS
For individuals interested in participating in Hot Docs’ comprehensive slate of market and networking events, the Hot Docs Networking and Market Pass provides the opportunity to meet and network with Canadian and international decision makers, allowing access to key services and events to help you actively promote your projects, either completed or in development. With the Hot Docs Networking and Market Pass, you can immerse yourself fully into the Hot Docs industry experience, taking full advantage of invaluable market and networking opportunities while gaining insight into the latest trends and developments in the industry.
Hot Docs Networking and Market Pass holders will have access to:
- All listed features in Conference Pass option above, plus:
- Acces to The Festival Doc Shop with over 1800 titles available for viewing
- Rendezvous pitch sessions with key industry decision makers
- One ticket to each Happy Hour afternoon cocktail
- One ticket to the Hot Docs Opening Night Gala
- One ticket to evening receptions (excluding Hot Docs Forum events)
- One ticket to the annual Hot Docs Award Presentation
C. HOT DOCS FORUM PASS
Get the best access to buyers and networking and market events with the Hot Docs Forum Pass. The Hot Docs Forum provides a unique opportunity to observe international independent producers as they present their projects live to a panel of the world’s key documentary buyers. Whether you are a buyer or a content provider, the Hot Docs Forum is an invaluable source of international market intelligence.
The Hot Docs Forum is a limited-seating event for 450 delegates. This pass option will often sell out well in advance of the event and those interested in attending are encouraged to purchase their Hot Docs Forum Pass as soon as possible.
More information on the Hot Docs Forum
Hot Docs Forum Pass holders will have access to:
- All listed features in Networking and Market Pass option above (including benefits of Conference Pass), plus:
- Full access to all Hot Docs Forum events
- One copy of the Hot Docs Forum Catalogue and Buyer’s Guide
- Access to services provided by the Hot Docs Forum Support Services Desk, including meetings with consultants
- Eligibility for one “Mountie Hat” presentation slot
- Two catered lunches
- Access to private Hot Docs Forum lounge and meeting room
- Invitations to Hot Docs Forum parties and receptions
- One complimentary submission to The Doc Shop Online (filmmaker and producers only)
- Access to The Doc Shop year-round online market (broadcasters, buyers, sales agents and festival programmers only)
- Visiting from out of town? Book your room now at Hot Docs’ host hotel.
