One World Media Global Short Docs Forum 2020

Applications call for One World Media Global Short Docs Forum 2020

The Global Short Docs Forum 2020 brings together 12 filmmakers selected from a global call, to attend an intensive online training program and one-to-one pitch meetings. Over four weeks of masterclasses, workshops and mentoring we will take your short doc from conception to commission.

Benefits

• Invaluable pitching training and mentoring.
• Workshops + masterclasses from industry experts.
• One-to-one meetings with digital platforms.
• Connect with doc filmmakers from all over the world.

Eligibilities

• Filmmakers of short documentaries with new and original narratives.
• Open to applications from all over the world, with documentary projects up to 30 mins.
• Special interest in stories that have a social, political, or cultural narrative, take a solutions journalism approach, or give us a new perspective on the changes we want to see in the world.

How does it work?

• The annual call for applications is open to all.
• Selection is based on the filmmaker’s proven ability and the strength of the story, characters, and footage provided.
• 12 selected applicants participate in a 4 weeks intensive online training program and one-to-one pitch meetings.
• Applications to GSDF 2020 are free.

The Format

Selected filmmakers join a supportive environment of international filmmakers coming together to discuss, develop, and rework their pitches, leading to one-to-one meetings with representatives from digital platforms. The online Forum will consist of 2 x 2h sessions for 4 weeks, along with individual mentoring meetings throughout the week. By the end of the Forum, filmmakers will be expected to produce a short pre-recorded pitch video, including a trailer of their project. These will be shared with platform representatives, in advance of the one-to-one pitching sessions.

More information available here

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