[Submitted via press release]
Call for Proposals for Production of NFVF Short Films The National Film and Video Foundation invites all eligible production companies to respond to the Call for Proposals for the production of 4 short films developed through the Short Film Competition as detailed below:
BACKGROUND In 2011 the NFVF launched its second Short Film Competition. This competition was aimed at female filmmakers and stories in indigenous languages.
The purpose of this annual competition is to provide the winning filmmakers with a calling card demonstrating their ability to tell cinematic stories in unique and interesting ways and open the door to their entry into feature film writing and directing.
The foundation is now looking for an appropriate production company to produce the short films that will come out of this competition.
ELIGIBILITY In order for a production company to be considered for this opportunity, the producer / production company must meet the following requirements:
a. Producer/s must be either a South African citizen or be a permanent resident of South Africa.
b. Production Company to be at least 51% owned and managed by applicant.
c. Production Company should have completed at least two narrative feature films or television drama series which have been released theatrically or broadcast nationally.
d. Producer should demonstrate understanding of packaging and marketing of short films.
e. Producer and Production Company to have clean industry record and an up to date tax clearance certificate.
SELECTION CRITERIA Criteria that will be taken into consideration when assessing applications include:
- Capacity of company to develop and produce at accepted global standards.
- Management of budgets.
- Demonstrated ability in nurturing emerging talents.
APPLICATIONS All applications should be able to provide the following documentation in hard copy triplicate for consideration:
1. Production Company executive summary
2. Business plan indicating:
i. Production Company’s capability to raise additional funding should it be necessary outside of the R300, 000 per short they will be provided with
ii. Budget model
iii. Production plan for 4 short films
iv. Tax Clearance Certificate
v. Audited Financial Statements for the past two years
3. Marketing and Distribution strategy
CLOSING DATE: 14 September 2012 All applications must be submitted as hard copies to: Neiloe Whitehead by the closing date.
To download the application form, visit:
NFVF Short Films Application Form All enquiries may be directed to Neiloe Whitehead on:
neiloek@nfvf.co.za.