Applications are accepted in two funding categories:
1st: Research/Development: provided to projects that are between development and pre-production.
2nd: Production/Post production grants provide funds to filmmakers in various stages of the production and post production stages.
Eligibility
Filmmakers worldwide for projects that display:
- Artful and innovative storytelling techniques
- Global relevance
- Contempouary human rights and pressing social justice issues
- Potential for social engagement
Application
Prepare a written proposal that includes the following elements:
- Project summary
- Narrative synopsis
- Distribution and marketing strategy
- Comprehensive line item budget
- Director’s prior work (1 paragraph)
- Current rough cut or sample (1 paragraph)
- Key creative personnel (1-2 paragraphs each)
- Outreach and engagement
- Interactive elements (if applicable)
- Fund raising strategy
Your proposal should be in electronic format and ready to upload before you begin completing the online application. The upload is limited to .PDFs or Word-compatible documents.
All parts of your proposal, including budget, must be combined into one file. Only one file can be uploaded per application and its file size must be less than 3Mb. Attach a complete proposal. PDF and Word formats acceptable. Please name the file in the format: Project Name – DirectorLastName.doc
Online application: http://webapp.sundance.org/applications/dfp/application.asp
Grant
Funding categories:
1st: Research/Development: up to $20,00.
2nd: Production/Postproduction: provide funds to filmmakers in various stages of the production and post-production stages.
