Coming Up 2012 opens for applications (18/05/2011)
COMING UP has opened up for applications and is currently the only talent scheme in the UK where emerging filmmakers have the opportunity to make an authored drama with a guaranteed network broadcast. Now in its tenth year, Channel 4 and Touchpaper Television continue their commitment to innovation, experimentation and new voices.
Commissioned by Channel 4 and produced by Touchpaper Television, part of the Zodiak Media Group, the aim of the series is to create eye-catching, innovative, challenging films.
'Coming Up' will make 7 films for a half-hour Channel 4 slot.
What does the scheme look for? Bold, original and surprising ideas with strong voices - unafraid of ambition, wit, urgency and fearless entertainment. Films that can be shot in four days on a limited budget.
Who can apply? The scheme is looking for the best fresh and talented filmmakers out there.
· Writers who have not had an original single, series or serial broadcast on UK television. Writers who have contributed episodes or series and serials (eg a long-running soap) are now eligible to apply.
· Directors without a primetime TV drama credit.
· Writer/Directors: The scheme will accept submissions from writer/directors who meet the criteria for writers and directors as per above, but excellence in both disciplines must be shown to be considered in this category.
Submissions from multi-cultural and regionally-based filmmakers are encouraged.
How to apply:
Application forms are available from www.touchpapertv.com and www.channel4.com/4talent
Submissions accepted by POST ONLY to:
COMING UP 2012
Touchpaper Television
3-6 Kenrick Place
London W1U 6HD
The closing date for receipt of applications is 1pm on TUESDAY 28th JUNE 2011
Email specific queries to ComingUp@touchpapertv.com
