Script Writing Workshop, Poland

Deadline: 30/07/2010

ScripTeast is a project based training program, designed specifically for scriptwriters from Eastern and Central Europe.

Independent Film Foundation is organizing ScripTeast because there is huge undeveloped potential in scriptwriting in this part of the world. There are lots of talented scriptwriters here, but their films are not seen outside their countries. ScripTeast is meant to help them overcome barriers they encounter.
The aim is to select the best Eastern and Central European scripts and their authors,and help them become renowned worldwide. ScripTeast will not teach its participants how to write a script. It is meant to enhance the best written scripts’ competitiveness.

Programme description:

The method of work chosen for ScripTeast are one-on-one meetings of the internationally acclaimed scriptwriters, directors and producers with authors of 10-12 selected scripts from the region during 7-day workshop. After that, ScripTeast provides its participants with an opportunity to write a new version of their script in consultation with a chosen Creative Adviser, as well as one of the Heads of Studies in the program.

How to apply:

*in order to apply scriptwriters must have a new script of a theatrical feature  film
*applicants must present a credit of at least one theatrical feature film,  television feature film, or TV series they have produced,or show evidence of  extensive experience as a writer, journalist or director.
*the submitted script must be a finished text,planed for production latest by  spring 2011
*the script must not be submitted to any other scriptwriters’ workshop

Cost and scholarships:

The participation fee is 300 euro. The organizer covers all remaining expenses for travel, accommodation, full board, festival accreditation, and on-line consultations. Two scholarships covering the participation fee are available for applicants from countries with comparatively limited film industry.Applicants should submit an application for the scholarship in the form of a letter explaining there conditions and the inability to cover the fee. The letter should be addressed to the Artistic Director of the Programme.

The application can be sent by mail or via e-mail on the following adress:
Independent Film Foundation
Bagatela 10/12
00-585  Warsaw
Poland
tel: +48 22 851 84 40
fax: +48 22 851 84 44
applications@scripteast.pl

For more information along with the application forms click here

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