Quitterie Hervouet, a writer-director and producer from France, now resides in Canada. She earned a Master’s degree in film production & distribution from Kedge Business School in France, during which she also gained valuable experience working in the marketing department at Sony Pictures. Additionally, she holds a certificate in screenwriting from George Brown College in Toronto.
As one of the writers and producers of the mini web series “French Off The Boat”, Quitterie represented Ontario at the Québec competition “La course des régions pancanadienne”, where she directed the documentary “Taking Flight”. This short film is currently available on TFO and has also been broadcast on UnisTV/TV5 Canada.
Quitterie’s dedication to her craft has earned her numerous recognitions. She participated in the Netflix BANFF Diversity of Voices Initiative in 2020 and completed mentorships in directing and writing with the Québec film school, INIS. As the recipient of the “Newcomer and Refugee Artist Mentorship” grant from the Toronto Arts Council, she was mentored by Chanda Chevannes, the current executive producer of the National Film Board in Toronto. In June 2024, she joined the Women in Film & Television Toronto Digital TV Series Incubator.
In addition, Quitterie secured two production grants from the Ontario Arts Council for her work, including one for a narrative short film currently in preproduction. She also wrote eleven episodes for the TV documentary series “Espèces d’ordures”, airing on TV5 Canada.