22 08 2014 - Industry news

Applications for support to attend WCSFP Hong Kong now open

UPDATED 5 SEPTEMBER 2014

Screen Australia is offering marketing support for producers to attend this year’s World Congress of Science and Factual Producers (WCSFP), which is being held 18–21 November in Hong Kong, China.

Originally scheduled to be held in Beijing, the organisers have relocated to event to  Hong Kong following some unexpected changes at the slated host broadcaster, CCTV-9. “Given the uncertain circumstances, the board unanimously decided that relocating the Congress to Hong Kong would best ensure the collegial atmosphere, business opportunities and editorial excellence that members have come to expect,” said WCSFP Chairman John Lynch.

The 2014 Congress is being held after the Guangzhou International Documentary Film Festival, China (GZDOC), 11–14 November. All WCSFP members will receive a 15 per cent discount on GZDOC registration.

Applicants can apply to Screen Australia for up to $5,000 towards the cost of attending the Congress to advance their projects in development. Selection is by a competitive assessment process. Producers must demonstrate the suitability of their slate for this event as well as articulate a specific marketing strategy for Congress, which will be considered alongside their credits and industry experience.

The International Markets application form is available on the Screen Australia website, along with guidelines outlining all eligibility criteria.

More information about the WCSFP is available on its website and Screen Australia's market profile page.

The deadline for applications is COB Monday 15 September 2014.