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