The new Wicklow Short Film Award for 2024 was launched at the Clermont Screen Hub at Wicklow County Campus by Actor, Broadcaster and Author Laura Whitmore earlier this month.
The purpose of the award is to support Wicklow filmmakers to make high-quality, original films in the county.
Narrative films, documentary, digital film and animation are all eligible to apply.
For 2024, there will be a maximum of 2 grants of up to €15,000 each for the production of a short film or documentary. Films should be approximately 10-15 minutes in duration, although animation projects may be shorter.
The total fund therefore available for award in 2024 is €30,000.
An online Information session will be held on Thursday 18th April between 12.30pm and 2pm, where applicants can ask questions about the award, and seek clarifications about the application process.
Questions and enquiries about the Wicklow Short Film Award may be directed to filmaward@wicklowcoco.ie and an FAQ document will be published online.
The closing date for applications is Friday 24th May at 4pm.
This is a film production award, and scripts must be full developed prior to applying. it cannot be used to develop scripts or ideas, and films must be ready to go into production within two months of funding being awarded.
Films must be shot in County Wicklow.
The primary applicant must be native to County Wicklow or residing in County Wicklow for the past three consecutive years.
For all further eligibility criteria and funding guidelines see here
Shortlisted applicants must be available to attend an interview/pitching session on 13th and 14th June 2024.
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