PIP’s Launchpad Training Program
Phase One: Online Course
January 2027
Applications open September 4th, 2026!
The Program
Phase One: Online Course (Hybrid 2027)
16 online sessions 1-2 times a week plus home study, totaling approximately 65 hours
This hybrid course will have recorded classes and live online sessions.
Phase Two: Launchpad In-Person Intensive
In-person workshop over the course of a weekend covering choreography, modesty garment application, case studies & scenarios, totaling 24 hours of in-person instruction
Workshops scheduled for the end of Phase One
Phase Three: PIP’s Mentorship Program
In-person shadowing + mentorship for a minimum of 30 days of practical on-set work, approximately 6 months
Phase Four: Lift Off!
Review & Certification
Phase One:
Phase One of the Launchpad is a foundational online course for folks interested in becoming an Intimacy Professional for film, television, and/or theatre. Phase One is a prerequisite for Phases 2, 3, and 4.
Topics Phase One covers:
Union policies and best practices for film and theatre
Power dynamics, production roles, and communication on set
Choreography*
*introductory; choreo is the primary focus of Phase Two
Kit preparation, modesty wear overview
Paperwork, prep, contracts, and riders
Mental Health First Aid applications
Sex education basics
Unique protocols
Case studies
and more!
Investment:
Applicants will be invited to indicate a financial contribution and any interest in Energy Exchange opportunities as part of the application process. Phase One is valued at approximately $4,500 CAD, and we encourage applicants to consider a contribution that is both sustainable for them and reflective of their commitment to the program.
Your proposed financial contribution is not considered when evaluating your eligibility for acceptance into the program.
Grant letters are available upon request with advance notice.
Our program is accredited by SAG-AFTRA, meaning our curriculum has been reviewed and approved based on SAG-AFTRA’s accreditation requirements. A syllabus will be shared with all participants before their Phase One cohort launches.
Applications Open September 4th, 2026
DEADLINE: October 5th, 2026
Please read the application instructions carefully, and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need assistance.
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Application Requirements
Complete the Launchpad Onboarding Form (Canadian or International)..
The form will ask you for contact information, accessibility needs, and what financial and/or energy investment you can offer for the training.
A cover letter (2 pages max) or a video/audio clip (3 mins max) describing who you are, your learning/work journey thus far, your overall goals, and why you’d like to pursue training with PIP
An updated PDF of your CV/resume that includes any relevant work experience and training
CV/resume needs to demonstrate at least 5 years of experience working/learning in film/TV or theatre in any role
A PDF/image of Mental Health First Aid certification (or enrolment with completion before cohort start date)
A signed NDA, which would be applicable for all Launchpad offerings.
1-2 reference letters; alternatively, applicants can forward the Launchpad Third Party Reference Form to their references to complete.
Program Information
Phase One alone will not certify an individual to be an intimacy coordinator and/or intimacy director. Folks interested in becoming fully certified with PIP will need to complete all four phases of the program (listed above).
This application is for Phase One only; a separate onboarding process for Phase Two will be provided to those who successfully complete Phase One.
This round of Phase One is a hybrid of recorded material and live online sessions. The course is paced to cover two sessions a week. Specific dates for live sessions will be shared ahead of time. There will be live sessions to discuss recorded content throughout the course.
Participants will need to have a reliable internet connection; classes and content will be shared via G-Suite (Meet, Classroom, Drive)
Live sessions will be recorded in the event a student cannot attend class in person; however, live attendance is expected for at least 70% of the sessions. All home study assignments must be submitted within one week of the last session for a letter of completion.
This program is accredited by SAG-AFTRA
Completed Phase One Cohorts
Big Bang (2019-2020), Pilots (2021), Novas (2022), Comets (2023), Starbursts (2023), Aurora (2024), Eclipse (2024), Nebulosa (2026)