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September 28, 2017Filmmakers apply now for the Planet in Focus Green Pitch Competition! Submission deadline is October 2. Find the application form online here.
Part of the Planet in Focus 2017 annual Industry Conference on Friday, October 20, the Green Pitch Competition is an exciting live pitch event that gives filmmakers an opportunity to present their environmental film idea to a panel of distinguished industry professionals.
The winning project will be awarded a prize valued at over $30,000 CDN in services and cash to put towards the making of their film that includes:
- production equipment rentals
- studio rentals, post services (picture & sound)
- key poster art
- a cash component
- the mentorship of a established professional filmmaker.
The winner will be announced at the Planet in Focus Closing Night Awards Gala on October 22, 2017.
Please find eligibility, guidelines and the application form online here. Submit the completed form to industry@planetinfocus.org by October 2, 2017. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Selected finalists will receive a Planet in Focus Industry Conference pass. You can view photos from last year’s Industry Conference and Green Pitch event here.