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An Estonian film producer can apply for funding to participate in an international feature film, feature documentary, feature animation or short animation project, provided that the principal producer of the project is not a legal person registered in Estonia and the Estonian minority co-producer’s ownership of the film is proportionate to its participation in the project. Any film resulting from funding for international minority co-production must be (i) in Estonian or subtitled in Estonian and (ii) screened in cinemas or on streaming platforms in Estonia within one year of its international premiere. 

The Work in Progress is a presentation of European projects in post-production. Around 14 projects are presented during a special screening during the Industry Village. 8 to 9 minutes of excerpts of each project are screened in front of industry professionals (sales agent, distributors, festival programmers…) by their teams. 

The UK Global Screen Fund (UKGSF) seeks to increase the UK screen sector’s international competitiveness by offering additional, targeted support at each stage of the screen content supply chain. It is financed by the UK government’s Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and administered by the BFI.

The UKGSF supports international business development, slate development, co-production, promotion and distribution activities to:

• grow the revenue and sustainability of UK independent screen businesses by supporting their international activity.

• enable industry to further grow international partnerships and to develop projects with international appeal for mutual benefit.

• increase the reach of UK screen content to international audiences.

Field Work is about beginning in place, your place. Rural, coastal, local, specific. It’s about building from where you already are, seeing that context not as limitation but as material, perspective, centre.

Field Work is a 24-week online programme comprising group sessions, guest speakers, individual one-to-one mentoring sessions that will develop your industry knowledge and business skills base; developing a specific project in this context.

The programme includes Field Notes, a 5-day in-person residency to deepen your understanding, creative instincts & approaches, communication and problem-solving skills.

The programme will be led by Cornish producer Denzil Monk and the Bosena team. Dyski’s Dion Star will lead the residency. Invited industry guests will support throughout.

Lights, camera, funded: we're supporting five filmmakers with money, mentorship, and equipment for their next short film project.

The NFF+HBF Co-production Scheme is a collaboration between the Netherlands Film Fund and the Hubert Bals Fund. The NFF+HBF programme offers support twice a year to projects granted support for HBF Script and Project Development.

In order to encourage Dutch involvement in international co-productions, as well as to help Hubert Bals Fund projects raise funds for their production, the Netherlands Film Fund and the HBF set up the Netherlands Film Fund – Hubert Bals Fund Co-production Scheme: NFF+HBF.

The Netherlands Film Fund makes available an annual amount of €300,000 for applications from Dutch producers who can be awarded a maximum of €75,000 production support in order to co-produce a project previously supported by the HBF. Projects eligible for the scheme are those that have been granted HBF support for Script and Project Development at an earlier stage, and which are now looking for funds to finance their production. The project must have an attached Dutch producer, who should make the application.

The aim of the Finnish Film Foundation is to promote the diverse, professional and consistent production of films in Finland. The purpose of the support is to promote high-quality, diverse and original Finnish film productions as well as the extensive supply and distribution of films.

Created in memory of Melissa Rucker, a former Madison Wells producer and executive known for championing new talent and underrepresented voices, The Melissa Rucker Finishing Fund supports U.S.-based women and non-binary filmmakers (age 40+) completing narrative and documentary projects in both short and feature formats.

Built on a shared belief in the power of diverse storytelling, the fund brings together Madison Wells Forward, the philanthropic arm of Madison Wells, and The Chimaera Project to champion women and non-binary filmmakers and help bring bold new stories to audiences.

Designed for films in post-production, the fund supports bold, original projects while addressing the barriers that women and non-binary filmmakers often face throughout their careers—particularly those navigating the industry at mid-career and beyond. In addition to financial backing, the program provides mentorship and hands-on support throughout the entire process, from post-production through release. The goal is simple: to help filmmakers complete their work and get it out into the world.

his funding is for live-action or animated feature films (live-action or animated TV projects are not eligible) originating outside Ireland in which an Irish producer (ROI) is involved as a creative collaborator, not merely a service producer and provider of a minority of the finance needed.

The film must be structured as an official co-production with third party funding from the leading territory in place and must employ key Irish talent. 

Priority will be given to projects that utilise Ireland as a film location, depict Ireland for Ireland, and where a number of key Irish HOD's and/or Irish cast are employed. Reciprocity from funding agencies in other jurisdictions will be sought in appropriate circumstances. 

This funding is for documentary feature films originated and creatively led by Irish talent - directors, producers and writers - the practical management of which will be primarily in Irish hands.

Funding for Irish feature films (live action and animation) originated and creatively led by Irish talent.

The 15th Annual First Look Project searches for higher-concept material across six categories.

• Screenplay - Action & Sci-fi, Comedy, Drama, and Horror & Thriller

• TV Pilot - Hour and Half-hour original pilots

Unlike Script Pipeline's Screenwriting and TV writing contests, entries for First Look are judged on both writing ability and market potential, in addition to the originality of the concept.

For this particular contest, your script might need a bit of refining and still have a great chance to win if we feel the story itself could stand out in the current landscape. Ideally, we want to first look at the next buzzworthy specs before hitting the market.

The 9th Annual Film Pipeline Short Film Contest seeks remarkable directors and diverse, engaging content, the type of work defined by forward-thinking storytellers and wildly innovative creators.

Since 1992, the Roy W. Dean Grant funds independent films that are unique and make a contribution to society that, without its help, might otherwise never get made.

The HELLENIC FILM & AUDIOVISUAL CENTER (HFAC) provides several public funding programs aiming at the total protection, support and development of film production in Greece. HFAC funds fiction, documentary and animation projects, both feature and shorts, for established and upcoming filmmakers. Foreign productions can benefit by the Minority Program of the HFAC, but also by the LOCATE (with)in GREECE – Location Scouting Support Program of the Hellenic Film Commission.

The Minority program provides funding for projects (fiction, documentaries and animation, with a minimum duration of 70min.) originating outside Greece, but with a Greek minority co-producer attached and local artistic/technical participation (cast, HoDs, crew, post-production labs etc).

Shooting in Greece is not an eligibility requirement but is taken into account at the assessment process. Greek co-producers are only eligible to apply to this funding program and it is required that the film projects have secured a minimum of 50% of their financing before applying, including state/public funding or funding from a state or international broadcaster.

Launched in 2026, this new annual fund provides a £5,000 production budget for a live action short film, alongside hands-on Executive Producer support from experienced industry professionals who have had major success in the short film world, including a BAFTA and Oscar nomination.

Breakthrough Film Fund aims to support filmmakers at a key point of progression – from early practice towards sustained industry engagement. We welcome applications from aspiring filmmakers, those who already have shorts under their belts, recent graduates and creatives from adjacent disciplines.

More than a funding award, it is also an artist development initiative – with support that will help filmmakers develop their community and professional networks, creating the conditions for a meaningful breakthrough into the industry.

Look Aside is incredibly excited to open our short film fund for a third year.

We’ve opened this fund to provide more opportunity for emerging voices and filmmakers. Finance opportunities are few and talented artists are many, so we want to do as much as we can to help bring more stories to life.

This year, two short film funds are open - our Primary Fund, for more established filmmakers, which is cash value £5000, and our Debut Fund, for new filmmakers, which is cash value £1000. Our partners also collectively provide up to £10,000 worth of additional support. Our main focus is unique voices and perspectives and we're completely genre-agnostic.

Thank you to our partners - Cineroller, The Developing Room, Festival Formula, Get Set Hire, Marauder Pictures, Percy and Warren, Short Stuff, Studio Fifteen, Damian Pace, and Zoomies Rental.

Each year, one screenwriter is awarded an all-expenses-paid trip to the Sundance Film Festival and an opportunity to meet with producer Cassian Elwes (MUDBOUND, LEE DANIELS' THE BUTLER, DALLAS BUYERS CLUB).

The Cassian Elwes Independent Screenwriting Fellow will receive a festival pass to attend the 2027 Sundance Film Festival, which will take place January 21–31, 2027, with Mr. Elwes. In addition to screenings, the recipient will attend various meetings and events during the festival with Mr. Elwes.

The Big Sky Pitch is an exceptional opportunity for filmmaking teams to "pitch" their documentary work-in-progress to a panel of the top commissioning editors and funders for documentary film. Documentary features of all forms and subjects are eligible to submit.

The Big Sky Pitch is open to a live audience of filmmakers, industry representatives, festival attendees and students, an engaging and entertaining experience for filmmakers and non-filmmakers alike. Commissioning editors have the opportunity to critique and comment on each pitch.

A maximum of 10 projects are accepted to pitch in this session. Selected projects have 10 minutes to pitch their project and show a sample, followed by a 10-minute feedback session with the panel. Participants also receive 1-1 pitch coaching and feedback, plus the exclusive opportunity to meet with members of the pitch jury.

An intimate workshop for four feature-length documentary projects seeking specific feedback on their rough cut. Taking place April 11-14, 2027 in Nyon, Switzerland. Includes discussions with tutors (experienced editors and industry professionals) and curated meetings with buyers.

International co-production and co-financing forum launching up to fifteen projects in late development. Taking place April 11-14, 2027 in Nyon, Switzerland. Offers opportunity to present projects, participate in roundtables and one-to-one meetings to explore financing and distribution options.

Funding for films, series, and documentaries with budgets under specific thresholds. Aimed at supporting projects during production.

SeriesFest and Shondaland are honored to partner on our eighth cycle of the Women Directing Mentorship: A competition designed to discover aspiring female directors with unique voices and provide a launchpad for their careers. Founded in 2019, The Women Directing Mentorship is anchored by the prestigious opportunity to shadow a director on an episode of a Shondaland original series.

The 2027 winner will be announced at the thirteenth annual SeriesFest in Denver, Colorado! Creatives and the Television Industry will gather from around the world at SeriesFest: Season 13 to celebrate the impact of the Women’s Directing Mentorship Program during the annual festival.