Summer is here, and the new season brings with it new funding cycles. Deadlines for several major opportunities are hitting in June, including Film Independent labs galore, a (controversially) re-imagined Nicholl Fellowship, and a whole range of opportunities for storytellers across the media landscape.Calls for submissions are organized by regular deadline (check links for early submission) and by category: documentary, narrative, and screenwriting. An asterisk (*) indicates an opportunity available in multiple categories.As always, double-check eligibility requirements, and use your best judgment when deciding to apply.Documentary ‘The In Between’ directed by Robie Flores - supported by Film Independent Fast TrackFilm Independent Fast Track*Every year Film Independent selects up to five documentaries in production or post to participate in an intensive film finance market that takes place over four days in November. The program is open to both experienced and first-time filmmakers, as long as they are actively seeking financing for their project. Recent Fast Track participants include Rachael DeCruz, Rita Baghdadi and Robie Flores. Previous industry participants include Searchlight, Mandalay Pictures, Netflix, Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions and Plan B. There is a $45 application fee.NOTE: Film Independent membership is not required when applying to Artist Development Labs. However, all participants accepted into the Labs are required to join Film Independent at the standard annual General Membership rate of $105, in addition to the initial application fee.Deadline: June 9Final Cut In Venice*The 13th edition of the Final Cut in Venice program will take place from August 31 to September 2 during...
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