The Global Challenges Youth Music Contest (GYMC) 2015

Posted on September 4, 2015 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 27 September 2015
Open to: applicants under the age of 35 from all over the world
Prize: trip to Paris, France, a GYMC15 Champion Trophy and a cash prize of 1.500 €

Description

The Global Challenges Youth Music Contest (GYMC) is an online music video competition for young people organized by International Association for the Advancement of Innovative Approaches (IAAI), a Civil Society Organization based in Klagenfurt/Austria in cooperation with UNESCO Management of Social Transformation (MOST) programme, UNFCCC Climate Secretariat and other partners.

The overall objective of the Global Challenges Youth Music Contest is to use the power of music to promote the understanding of the importance of global challenges – like e.g. climate change – for every global citizen and to engage young people in activities that contribute to global and local public good in the context of goals and programs of United Nations system.

With the 2015 edition of Global Challenges Youth Music Contest (#GYMC15) the organizers aim to

Communicate the topics of the World Climate Conference UNFCCC COP21 which will be held in Paris in December 2015 to young people through peer communication (= “informal global citizenship education”)
Create and spread positive messages about youth led climate action
Promote low-carbon lifestyles and ‚think global – act local‘ values and action
Show to policymakers that young people demand strong global cooperation and bold action on climate change

The 2015 Global Challenges Youth Music Contest consists of 2 main parts:

the online competition which will identify 3 finalists and
the TV Show (which will be held during COP21 at UNESCO Headquarters and will be globally broadcasted in cooperation with strong media partners) in which the GYMC15 overall winner will be identified through live on-site and online voting

and has been certified by the authorities of COP21 host country France as a ‘COP21 certified project‘ which is authorised to use the official COP21 logo (see image below)

Eligibility

the age limit for participants is 35 years (older team members, like e.g. teachers, social workers, partners from entertainment sector etc., are welcome, too but the main creative work has to be contributed by team members below the age limit of 35 years)
Entrants must own all content (song, video and all parts of the content), or must have secured all necessary rights from any relevant third parties with respect to such content they upload
Only songs that are original in all respects are eligible to participate. No cover versions!
Songs that have been submitted to other online music video competitions (e.g. Rio+20 GYMC) are eligible for participation in GYMC15 unless they have already won an award in any international competition

Awards

The 3 GYMC15 Finalists will receive a Round trip for 1 person for participation in COP21 World Climate Conference in Paris, France December 2015; and the opportunity to participate in 2015 GYMC TV show to present their music and story on youth and climate change action
The GYMC15 overall winner will receive in addition a GYMC15 Champion Trophy and a cash prize of 1.500 €

Application

12th August 2015: Start of the competition with uploading on http://wshe.es/JyaxcYSZ
27th September 2015: end of upload phase
1stOctober: internal jury presents list of 30 GYMC15 participants & start of public worldwide voting in combination with expert/celebrities jury
1st – 31st of October online and jury voting
early November 2015 public announcement of the 3 finalists
3rd of December, presentation of the 3 finalists at COP21 conference Young and Future Generations Day
6th of December, UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, 2015 GYMC TV Show with live voting on overall winner

GYMC Contest Quality Criteria

2015 GYMC entries pre-selection (identifying the 30 pre-finalists entries on 30 September) will be accomplished by IAAI team members and cooperation partners and guided by following considerations (no appeals possible):

creativity: is the story of the song innovative and compelling for a global audience
knowledge and action: does the song help explain to a broad audience what climate change is, why it is important for young people and why global and local collaborative action are needed
power of music: does the music touch the heart
celebrating diversity: does the entry contribute to geographic, cultural etc. diversity of GYMC

Good Luck and a great “Thank You!” to all who will submit their artwork!

The World needs Your Music!

Submit here: http://wshe.es/JyaxcYSZ

The official webpage

2016 Animation Artist in Residence Tokyo (A-AIR)

Posted on September 4, 2015 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 10 September 2015
Open to: young artist interested in animation production from around the world
Venue: 7 January to 17 March 2016, Tokyo, Japan

Description

This project, organized by the Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan (Bunka-cho), is an artist in residence program that provides three outstanding young animation artists from around the world with an opportunity to come to Tokyo and create new works while directly interacting with Japanese animation culture. It aims to promote both the creation of excellent works of animation and a better understanding of Japanese culture. This project will take place in Tokyo, Japan between 7 January and 17 March 2016.

Eligibility

Reside outside of Japan and be a citizen of a country other than Japan;
Have had one of their animated works screened at an international film festival, exhibition or similar event where works from countries other than their own were also screened/featured;
Be between the ages of 20 and 35 as of 10 September, 2015;
Be able to speak either English or Japanese at least well enough to communicate in everyday situations;
Be in good health;
Have access to the equipment necessary to participate in a remote interview (i.e. a computer capable of connecting to the internet and using Skype).

Costs

Organization offers following support:

Travel expense;
Living allowance;
Travel insurance;
Rental accommodation (including workspace);
Expert assistance;
Opportunity to present work done during residency;
Opportunities to interact with Japanese creators.

How to apply?

Fill out application forms A, B, C. Download HERE.

Documents/materials to be submitted:

Reference materials describing the work to be created as part of this program (at least three minutes in length). It is preferable that applicants submit documents (story board, script, etc.) which make it possible to understand plans for the work in detail;
Proof of a work having been screened at an international film festival, exhibition, or similar event (e.g. a copy of the list of screened works in a festival catalogue). Please make sure that the proof shows the event’s internationality (i.e. proof that it screens/features works from countries other than your own). Proof of more than one film having been screened is not required;
Proof of age and citizenship (e.g. a photocopy of your passport).

To complete the application process, please send application forms and required documents and materials via email attachments to the following address: entry2016@japic.jp

For more information, please check the official web-page.

The Sakdoc Workshop for Female Documentary Filmmakers

Posted on September 4, 2015 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 25 September 2015
Open to: women filmmakers and producers from the Caucasus region
Venue: 19 – 20 October 2015 in Tbilisi, Georgia

Description

Swedish filmmakers Karin Ekberg and Johanna Berhardson and Sakdoc Film, with the support of The Swedish Institute, organize a workshop for female documentary filmmakers from Caucasus. The workshop aims to empower female filmmakers in the beginning of their career and give them skills and confidence to reach an international level. The workshop also aims to raise an awareness of gender equality behind and in front of the camera, and a longterm change of attitudes.

Eligibility

The workshop will be help in the frame of Tbilisi International Documentary Film Festival (Cinedoc) and is open for semiprofessional female directors and producers from Caucasus with a documentary film project on development stage. Working language of the workshop is English. All participants must be able to communicate in English and visuals for the application need English subtitles

Costs

Participation is free of charge. Organizers will cover accommodation, coffee breaks and lunches of selected participants.

Application

Please submit the following documents:

Synopsis of your documentary film project
Treatment of your documentary film project
Director´s note of your documentary film project
Bio/filmography of the director/producer
Visual materials (research photos/research film material/trailer). Please note that some visual materials, at least research photos MUST be included.

All the requested information should be saved as ONE single PDF file and attached with your application form, also saved as a PDF and e-mailed to the following address: docstorytelling@gmail.com, together with links and passwords of visual (subtitled) material on vimeo or youtube. The deadline is September 25, 2015.

Important note! Only applications that include filled application form and all the annexes will be considered. Below you can find additional information about the workshop.

If you have any questions, write to: docstorytelling@gmail.com

The official web-page.

The TED2016 Fellowship Programme

Posted on August 29, 2015 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 20 September 2015
Open to: Media entrepreneurs, human rights activists and photographers from around the world
Venue: 15 – 19 February 2016 in Vancouver, Canada.

Description

Twice a year, a group of interesting and impactful people gathers for the week-long TED experience — which attendees have described as “the ultimate brain spa” and “a journey into the future in the company of those creating it.” It’s a winning formula of brilliant, curious minds and groundbreaking content in an immersive and focused environment.

TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design — three broad subject areas that are collectively shaping our world. But a TED conference is broader still, showcasing important ideas from any discipline, and exploring how they all connect. The format is fast-paced: 50+ talks over the course of a week, as well as morning and evening get-togethers. As they take in the program, attendees and speakers from vastly different fields can cross-fertilize and draw inspiration from unlikely places. This is the magic of TED.

TED is our historic, flagship event, taking place annually since 1984. TED attracts about 1,300 attendees, and three-quarters of its speakers and attendees are from the US.

TEDGlobal, held annually in Europe, is TED’s twin conference, sharing its format and audience — but with a stronger international approach. Of its 700 attendees, it draws a more global audience and speaker line-up (three-quarters from outside of the US).

Eligibility

Media entrepreneurs, human rights activists and photographers can apply for a TED fellowship to attend a conference in Vancouver, Canada. The program targets candidates ages 21 to 40 from the Asia/Pacific region, Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America and the Middle East, but anyone over 18 is eligible. Applicants must be proficient in English.

Costs

TED pays for round-trip economy airfare, ground transportation to and from the conference location, meals and shared accommodation on site.

Application

The TED2016 Fellowship application is now open! To apply, please fill out the online application form. In addition to basic details and contact information, you’ll need to answer essay questions and provide three references.

In order to apply, register HERE.

Before beginning your application, please review our Application tips, our Program FAQ, and our Terms and conditions.

Applications close Sunday, September 20, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. UTC / 7:59 p.m. ET.

If you have any questions, write to: fellows@ted.com

The official web-page.

The TED2016 Fellowship Programme

Posted on August 15, 2015 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 20 September 2015
Open to: Media entrepreneurs, human rights activists and photographers from around the world
Venue: 15 – 19 February 2016 in Vancouver, Canada.

Description

TED is our historic, flagship event, taking place annually since 1984. TED attracts about 1,300 attendees, and three-quarters of its speakers and attendees are from the US.

Eligibility

Costs

TED pays for round-trip economy airfare, ground transportation to and from the conference location, meals and shared accommodation on site.

Application

In order to apply, register HERE.

Before beginning your application, please review our Application tips, our Program FAQ, and our Terms and conditions.

Applications close Sunday, September 20, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. UTC / 7:59 p.m. ET.

If you have any questions, write to: fellows@ted.com

The official web-page.

The #MigrantHeroes Smartphone Film Competition i

Posted on August 3, 2015 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 17 August 2015
Open to: Anyone can film a migrant story with a smartphone and compete for a prize.
Prizes: US$2,000.

Description

The #MigrantHeroes Smartphone Film Competition is a new IOM initiative to collect films shot on smartphones that tell migrant stories from around the world. Selected films will compete for the 5th Olleh International Smartphone Film Festival (OISFF)’s special “Migrant Heroes Prize.” IOM is officially sponsoring the OISFF in 2015.

The competition will go public through social media platforms under the tag #MigrantHeroes and #OISFF. It will nominate submitted films as candidates for the festival’s special Migrant Heroes Prize of USD2000, and for the festival’s official USD10,000 grand prize. The winning films will be screened at a movie theatre in Seoul throughout September and October this year.

A 2-minute film compilation of a selection of the films submitted will be screened at IOM’s 65th Anniversary in Geneva, and possibly at the opening ceremony of the OISFF. Participation within IOM offices worldwide is strongly encouraged to capture the different perspectives towards migrants in their respective regions.

Eligibility

Anyone can film a migrant story with a smartphone and compete for a prize.

Prizes

Selected films will compete for the fifth Olleh International Smartphone Film Festival (OISFF)’s special “Migrant Heroes Prize.” The winner will receive US$2,000.

How to apply?

The deadline for applications is 17 August 2015. To apply, simply:

Smartphone films, shot by IOM staff worldwide or the general public, can range in length: extreme-shorts (from 1 second to 1 minute), shorts (from 1 to 10minutes) or feature films of over 50 minutes; and should be submitted in H.264/ .MOV, .MP4, or .WMV digital files smaller than 500MB.

Films should be uploaded onto IOM Facebook, Twitter & YouTube accounts with the hashtag #MigrantHeroes #OISFF, and onto the OlSFF website at

In order to apply, register HERE.

For more information please visit the official website

Travel Film Scholarship 2015

Posted on July 29, 2015 by RedFoxx

Aspiring documentary makers can apply for a mentored trip to capture the culture and the communities of Colombia’s Pacific Coast.

World Nomads is accepting applications for a travel documentary scholarship. The trip will take place Nov. 21 to Dec. 3.

The winner will spend seven days filming in Colombia under the mentorship of filmmaker and director Brian Rapsey, followed by three days in a post-production workshop in Bogotá.

Applicants must be proficient in English.

The deadline is Sept. 7.

For more information, click here.

European Youth Media Days 2015

Posted on July 26, 2015 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 16 August 2015
Open to: Journalists between the ages of 18 and 30 years old, from Europe and neighboring countries
Venue: 20 – 22 October 2015 in Brussels, Belgium

Description

Media freedom in Europe, European Youth Media Days 2015. Innovative, interactive and inspiring to promote dialogue, exchange, learning and networking in media.

Media freedom is one of the cornerstones in the development of democratic societies in Europe and has become a constitutional guarantee in many European states since WWII as well as one of the fundamental rules in modern European Union. However, not all EU Member States score the best in media freedom watch and reports from ONG or human rights watchdogs, and media and journalists’ liberties are an even more delicate issue in several EU neighbouring countries.

Eligibility

The call is open to young journalists aged between 18 and 30 who are citizens or legal residents of a EU Member State or neighbouring country only. The event will be held in English, so a working level of the language is required. Participants applying for the documentary workshop need to demonstrate experience in documentary filmmaking or video-reporting as well as to bring the camera and editing software (the movie has to be finished until December 22, 2015).

Costs

Costs – citizens or legal residents of the EU Members States

Participants’ travel costs (specific conditions apply, more information will be given after you have been selected) will be reimbursed by the European Parliament 1 to 2 weeks after the event, upon submission of all necessary documents (forms for completion and instructions will be sent by the European Parliament prior to the event). The European Parliament will also pay up to 360 Euroslump sum to working journalists (who need to provide a copy of their valid press card or a letter of instruction from their editor stating that they work as a paid journalist) or up to 180 Euroslump sum to journalism students or interns (who need to provide proof (e.g. in the form of a letter) from their university or from the organisation they are interning at) to cover accommodation, meals and local transport. The lump sums will be paid at the same time as the travel reimbursement, 1 to 2 weeks after the event.

Attention: for participants living in Brussels no lump sum or travel cost will be paid.

The young journalists chosen to participate will have to arrange their own accommodation and travel and provide the necessary documents to the European Parliament for reimbursement.

Costs – citizens or legal residents of the EU neighbouring countries [1]

Participants’ travel costs (up to 250 Euros, specific conditions apply, more information will be given after you have been selected) will be reimbursed by the European Youth Press 2 weeks after the event, upon submission of all necessary documents (reimbursement form will be sent by the EYP prior to the event). The European Youth Press will also pay up to 250 Euros in total to team members involved in the project to cover accommodation and meals in Brussels. They need to provide originals of the corresponding documents (receipts, invoices) and EYP reimbursement form. The lump sums will be paid at the same time with the travel reimbursement, 2 weeks after the event. Participants will have to arrange their own travel. European Youth Press will assist with finding the accommodation in Brussels. Team members are responsible to provide the European Youth Press with all necessary documents requested for reimbursement.

Application

Include your CV, motivation letter and the links to two media samples (of any type) by August 16, 23:59 CET.

In order to apply, register HERE.

Young journalists from any other countries can participate at their own costs and need to contact the organisers prior to August 9.

If you have any questions, please send an email with the subject “EYMD 2015 questions” to questions@youthmediadays.eu.

The official web-page.

Open call: Different Worlds. Young Contemporary Photography

Posted on July 19, 2015 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 28 September 2015
Open to: artists up to 35 years of age (including those born in 1980) who live and work in the states of Western Balkans / former Yugoslavia
Venue: 30 November – 11 December 2015 in Ljubljana, Capital of Slovenia

Description

Photon – Centre for Contemporary Photography announces an open call for young and emerging artists from SEE region working in the field of contemporary photography:
DIFFERENT WORLDS – Young Contemporary Photography
Young Contemporary Photography is an initiative that encourages, evaluates and promotes developments of young, non-yet-established, and emerging generations of artists and photographers, up to 35 years of age. In its third edition the contest entitled Different Worlds follows the idea of “creativity and diversity”.

Therefore we call upon all interested artists who meet the conditions of the contest to apply and take part at the group exhibition in Ljubljana.
Artists will be selected by an independent and international jury: Miha Colner (Photon – Centre for Contemporary Photography, Ljubljana), Susanne Gamauf (Fotogalerie Wien, Vienna) and Gabriella Uhl (freelance curator, Budapest).

The contest is open to artists up to 35 years of age (including those born in 1980) who live and work in the states of Western Balkans / former Yugoslavia (Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, Kosovo, Macedonia) or who come from these states and live and work abroad, i.e.:

students and graduates of the art, photography or any other academies;
artists who don’t have formal education and are active in this field;

The contest does not have prescribed theme. We accept works that fall into the wide range of photographic and with photography associated practices (such as photography, photo-montage, photo-collage, photo-installation, appropriation of found photographs, etc.)

The application must contain:

portfolio of maximum two completed or ongoing projects / series of photographs (each containing up to 20 images) – in PDF or JPG format;
project description(s) in English language up to 1500 characters;
biography of the applicant;
additional technical specifications; formats and dimensions of works, optimal presentation within the exhibition format, etc. (when applicable);

Each artist / photographer can apply maximum two separate projects to the contest.
Materials can be sent digitally (via email) or physically (via post); however, we recommend the former as we can not return the materials – the exception is direct takeover at Photon in Ljubljana).

Selected artists will be displayed at the group exhibition at Kino Šiška and Photon – Centre for Contemporary Photography. The exhibition will be accompanied with a small catalogue and extensive side programme.
The works selected for the exhibition could be entirely or partially produced at in Ljubljana.

The jury will select ten artists who will be displayed at the exhibition in Ljubljana, and among them three laureates whose works will be extensively presented at Photon, while the rest of the artist will be presented at the group show at Kamera Gallery, Kino Šiška (just across the square).
The laureates will receive practical awards.

The applicants shall submit their applications until 28 September 2015 to the following address:
photon.centre@gmail.com or postal address Photon – Center za sodobno fotografijo, Trg prekomorskih brigad 1, 1000 Ljubljana, with the postscript „open call“.

For additional information on the contest contact us on: photon.centre@gmail.com or/and on the phone number +386 59 977907 (from 12 to 6 pm); contact person: Jasna Jernejšek.

The applicants will be informed about the results by 10 October 2015!

The exhibition at Photon – Centre for Contemporary Photography and Kino Šiška will take place from 30 November to 11 December 2015!

The official web-page.

Think Tanks to Apply for the Lights, Camera, Liberty! program

Posted on July 13, 2015 by RedFoxx

Deadline: 1 September 2015
Open to: think-tanks, but also not-for-profit and public charities of any country can apply for the program
Benefits: workshops in L.A, on-site training, financial support for video/technology equipment, eligibility to compete in annual film festival competition in New York City with cash prizes for winners

Description

Atlas Network is a non-profit organization connecting a global network of more than 400 free-market organizations in over 80 countries to the ideas and resources needed to advance the cause of liberty. Their vision is a free, prosperous and peaceful world where limited governments defend the rule of law, private property and free markets. Their mission is to strengthen the worldwide freedom movement by cultivating a highly effective and expansive network that inspires and incentives all committed individuals and organizations to achieve lasting impact.

You and your organization could make a considerable investment in time, talents and resources developing and researching important public policy solutions. Through participation in this program, you will become even more successful at reaching and engaging new and larger audiences in a way that impacts their thinking and transforms lives for the better.

This program offers a year of workshops, on-site training, equipment and technology support and a film festival competition for organizations committed to more effectively sharing the freedom message with key audiences through online video.

If accepted to the program, your organization will receive:

Complimentary registration and accommodations for the annual Lights, Camera, Liberty workshop in Los Angeles with Hollywood insiders;
Financial support for video equipment and technology improvements;
Multi-day on-site training at your headquarters for multiple staff;
Access to a private message board year-round where film and video experts will answer your questions, review your work and offer tutorials and tips;
Eligibility to compete in their annual film festival competition in New York City with cash prizes for the winner.

Eligibility

Atlas Network invites think-tanks, both U.S. and international, to apply for the Lights, Camera, Liberty program. Nonprofits and public charities from any country are eligible to submit an idea.

The Atlas Network also highly favor organizations who have participated in Atlas Leadership Academy and, in particular, those who have completed Think Tank 101, a free online course offered throughout the year within the Academy. Applicant organizations should also be partners of the Atlas Network, thus review here the respective partners.

Benefits/Funding

This program is designed to benefit, not just video production personnel, but your organization’s entire team. Multiple staff, including members of the senior team, are encouraged to participate in on-site training and the workshop in L.A. These opportunities emphasize the overall strategy and creative process of developing a message and delivering that message through video. The exercises can be transformative for the way you market your ideas. Past applicants and participants are welcome to reapply.

Finalists and winner of the film competition within the program are to be granted receive travel grants to attend Liberty Forum and Freedom Dinner November 11-12, 2015 in New York City, and present their video before an audience of international donors, peers and allies. The winner will also receive a USD 1,000 cash prize.

How to apply?

Deadline for application is 1 September 2015. You should start the application process HERE. Aside, before you proceed, you will be asked to become a partner of the Atlas Network as it is a pre-condition to proceed with your application.

All interested non- profit organizations or individuals can apply online. Questions? Contact Matt.Warner@AtlasNetwork.org.

For more information please visit the official website.