We are also running a new special TV show called STAR with City TV of Toronto. New programming from Canadian producers is getting stateside runs. Our goal is to develop European niche channels, we want to go all over the world. We talk about the difficulties facing Canadian producers to sell in the states, but I don't think it's any different for American producers to sell in America. It's a tough marketplace.
Credits are what help.
Even Stephen Bochco had difficulty getting started and gaining credibiilty. I agree with Norman, with niche channels growing, there will be more opportunities. Ironically, even with credits, there is a gray list and bias against older people, having youth on your side helps. We have just begun to see the opportunities that exist. If you are creative and clever there's a way.