Deadline: February 5, 2010
This production funding initiative is designed to showcase international documentaries with powerful global stories that inform, inspire and connect Americans to the world at large.
ITVS INTERNATIONAL CALL
International Call provides production funds for independent producers who are non-U.S. citizens, helping them create documentaries for American television. Through the ITVS International Call, storytellers from other countries introduce U.S. audiences to their global neighbors, opening a window into unfamiliar lives, experiences and perspectives.
In addition to production funding and support, ITVS International will premiere funded programs on U.S public and commercial television, engaging viewers and maximizing impact through national promotion and educational outreach campaigns.
International Call is an initiative of the International Media Development Fund—a project created by ITVS in partnership with the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the Ford Foundation and the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.
APPLYING TO ITVS INTERNATIONAL
Before applying to International Call, it is important to review our Production Agreement Note to understand the terms and conditions of ITVS funding. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact Joy-Marie Scott at joy_scott[at]itvs[com]org or +1-415-356-8383 x232. ITVS office hours are 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Pacific Daylight Time.
Please read the following guidelines carefully and complete the application according to the instructions in How To Apply.
TIMELINE
February: After the submission deadline, all applicants receive notification by mail or email within four weeks.
April: In early April, a limited number of applicants are asked to submit additional budget and production information with a narrative update.
May: A small group of finalists is given the opportunity to submit updated work-in-progress video (10 minutes maximum). This is not mandatory. Applicants receive final decisions within six to eight weeks.
Note: The entire proposal review process takes up to five months. Less than five percent of International Call applicants receive funding.
