Fast Track Your Producer Career!
Learn the business. Build Your Value. Start for Free!
What is Up Light Academy?
Breaking into film production isn’t just about talent—it’s about knowing how to turn creative vision into a sustainable career. Too many aspiring producers struggle to get their projects off the ground because they don’t understand the business side of the industry.
That’s why we created Up Light Academy—a step-by-step, business-focused course designed to bridge that gap.
This course isn’t just theory. It’s built from real-world experience, using the exact tools, templates, and strategies that Caitlin Delaney —a Film & TV Producer managing up to 15 films a year—relies on to bring projects to life.
Start learning for free and gain the insider knowledge that will help you secure funding, navigate industry deals, and build a career that lasts.
What You'll Get?
🎬 Actual Producer Resources
✔️ Use Caitlin’s real pitch templates, budgeting tools, and career-planning frameworks.
💰 Business-First Clarity
✔️ Understand how money flows in production.
✔️ Speak the producer’s language, make smart decisions, and get rehired.
📈 Step-by-Step Career Path
✔️ Follow a clear roadmap, whether you're a crew member, director, or student.
✔️ Learn how to become a producer who gets called back.
🎓 Insider Mentorship Knowledge
✔️ Gain insights from Caitlin’s mentors and personal experiences.
✔️ Learn the tips and mental models she wishes she had when starting out.
What is Free and What is Paid?
💡 What’s Free?
✔️Full, Self-Paced Course – 10 hours of video content + study time
✔️Downloadable Templates, Tools & Resources
💼 What’s Paid?
✔️Mentorship & Networking Group – Get feedback, pitch support, and connect with industry peers
🔹Risk-Free: You can pause your mentorship subscription anytime!
Who's It For?
This course isn’t just for producers! It’s designed for:
✔️Aspiring Producers – Learn the business and craft of producing
✔️Crew Members – Gain a producer’s edge and business insight
✔️Serious Film Students – Build a real career, not just a portfolio
✔️Screenwriters – Master pitching and funding strategies
📢 Positioning Note:
While beginners are welcome, this course is especially valuable for serious film professionals
ready to take action and advance their careers.
In-depth Interview on ULA
Who Is Caitlin Delaney?
Caitlin Delaney
A highly knowledgeable and accomplished Film and Television producer working with 1Department Entertainment Services, Caitlin Delaney is passionate about creating valuable content in the marketplace for her clients. She is committed to being the leading workplace people love working in, always going out of her way to meet and exceed their expectations for professional development. Her clients are her priority, and their satisfaction is her driving force.
With 15 years of experience in the industry, she has perfected the art of producing high-quality content across multiple platforms on time and within the set budget. With a knack for obtaining excellent results, Caitlin produced 16 movies in 2022 alone and 50 movies over 5 years and has won multiple awards both domestically and internationally.
Her competency lies in her attention to detail, positive mindset, engaging attitude, integrity, and excellent communication. These attributes and her expertise working on a wide range of projects inform her astute, concierge-level service approach in a in a dynamic and highly competitive field.
As such, Caitlin as nominated with three nominations and a win for “Best TV Movie” at the Canadian Screen Awards in 2023.
“The delicate balance of mentoring someone is not creating them in your own image, but giving them the opportunity to create themselves.”
- Steven Spielberg
Caitlin's Track Record & Projects
With over 60+ movies over the last six years, Caitlin has worked with the majority of broadcasters and streamers, Below are some of her clients.
Testimonials
Adriana joined ULA and launched her producing career!
Adriana broke down complex producing steps and is now on track to produce her first million-dollar feature!
I enrolled in Up Light Academy because I wanted a step-by-step guidebook on how to be a film/TV producer—and it exceeded my expectations.
My favourite courses were “Chain of Title” and “Legal Eagles” because they took intimidating, complex topics and broke them down into digestible, understandable information.
In addition to the excellent course videos, what really made ULA stand out for me was the opportunity to meet with Caitlin in my one-on-one session. Not only is Caitlin warm and fun to talk to, but she is also highly skilled and genuinely excited to be a mentor. I could feel her enthusiasm radiating throughout our session. As I continue with the program and prepare to produce my first million-dollar feature in the spring, I already feel equipped with the skills to back myself up—and I know I have a cheerleader in my corner who truly wants me to succeed. Caitlin is the mentor I didn’t know I needed.
I would recommend ULA to anyone who wants to demystify the role of being a film producer. I also believe it would be incredibly beneficial to aspiring filmmakers, so they can educate themselves on all the work that happens behind the scenes.
Caitlin and her team have done a stellar job with ULA, and I’m so grateful to be one of the first students to go through this program! - Adriana Crivici
Caitlin, Thank you for your frank and direct talk about the local film landscape last night in our film class. Your advice to new actors on how to present themselves is invaluable! You’ve set me in motion, and I will see you in the future. Thanks
- Brian Derby
Good morning, just a short word of thanks for your time with us last evening. Your presentation and expertise were most informative and very much appreciated. This made me feel energized and determined to succeed. Thank you. Best Regards And much success.
- JP Dupré
Interactive Mentorship
Build Your Film & TV Career with Up Light Academy – For Free!
You don’t need film school to break into the industry—you need the right mentorship and connections. At Up Light Academy, acclaimed producer Caitlin shares her proven roadmap to success, giving you the tools to launch your career in film and television—no matter where you live.
Start for Free with the Classic Mentorship Community
Get instant access to over 200 minutes of video training, along with essential guides, on-set tools, and industry handbooks—all completely free!
Caitlin’s mission is to build the next generation of film and TV professionals, helping talented people like you find real opportunities in the industry.
✅ Learn the fundamentals of working on set
✅ Connect with aspiring industry professionals
✅ Gain insights from working film and TV experts
Why Is Caitlin Giving This Away for Free?
Because she knows you don’t have to live in L.A., Toronto, or Vancouver to build a successful career in entertainment. Caitlin has done it herself, building a thriving career from a smaller region in Canada. Now, her expertise is sought after by cities and regions looking to grow their local film and TV industries. With her free online course, you’ll gain the foundational knowledge to land your first job on set. Plus, every month, new video content is added to keep you learning from professionals who are actively working in the industry today.
Start your journey today—join the free Classic Mentorship Community now by clicking the "Join Now" button below.
Want to Fast-Track Your Career? Join the Premium Mentorship Community!
For those ready to take the next step, the Premium Mentorship Community offers WEEKLY NEW CONTENT with live and recorded mentorship with Caitlin and other top industry professionals.
🌟. New content EVERY week
❓ Q & A sessions where Caitlin answers all your questions!
🎬. Masterclasses with Caitlin and other leading industry pros
💡 Pitch practice with experts who’ve heard it all
📊 Skill-sharing sessions on complex topics like budgeting & tax credits
With exclusive access to live training and networking, the Premium Mentorship Community is the fastest way to elevate your career.
Choose the Mentorship Plan that works best for you!
From Free and Subscription plans, or personalized and private mentorship calls, Caitlin is happy to work with you!
Classic
$0/mo
Learn at your own pace
Free producing course (27 videos)
On-Set tools
1 X month - Recording of Zoom session from Premium
News/Blogs updated monthly
Opportunity to build your network which is critical to building a career.
Premium
$67/mo
Active Mentorship
Everything in Classic, PLUS new content EVERY week. Each month you get:
1 live Masterclasses with Caitlin or Industry Specialists per month
1 Skills Sharing session per month
1 Q&A/pitch prep session per month
1 formal pitching session per month
On-going access to mentors online in between live sessions
Zoom recordings made available of all sessions
1:1 Call
$328/call
Private Mentorship
Personalized mentoring
1:1 call with Caitlin or mentor of your choice
45 minutes
You choose the topic(s)
Bulk purchase special pricing available
