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development,
production,
marketing, and
distribution of films –
helping filmmakers
represent
and market their work internationally
. In addition, the NFVF
commissions
research
and produces industry
statistics
public
stakeholders
with valuable insights into the South African film industry.
television audiences,
develops talent and skills in the country – with a special emphasis on previously disadvantaged groups.
how we promote
the South African Film Industry
locally and Internationally
Funding Overview and Criteria
The NFVF provides funding for film and video-related productions.
Marketing and Distribution
Learn more about funding for marketing and distribution of South African films.
Production Funding
Learn more about funding for films in production.
Festival Hosting
Provides opportunities for filmmakers to increase their distribution channels.
Development Funding
Learn more about funding for films and television concepts in development.
Festival Attendance
The NFVF provides funding to filmmakers to attend screenings of their work.
Education and Training Funding
Find out more about national and international bursaries, grants for training providers and our in-house training programmes.
Funding Approvals
Information on Funding Approvals.
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Marketing and Distribution
Learn more about funding for marketing and distribution of South African films.
Production Funding
Learn more about funding for films in production.
Festival Hosting
Provides opportunities for filmmakers to increase their distribution channels.
Development Funding
Learn more about funding for films and television concepts in development.
Festival Attendance
The NFVF provides funding to filmmakers to attend screenings of their work.
Education and Training Funding
Find out more about national and international bursaries, grants for training providers and our in-house training programmes.
Funding Approvals
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Marketing and Distribution Funding
Grants available to filmmakers and distributors to promote their product
Innovative marketing and distribution strategies-particularly in line with NFVF objectives-for animation, digital and other new technologies/media, will be supported.
Above and below the line Marketing of a project
Who can apply?
South African independent filmmakers and independent local distributors who have a complete film or TV product.

What are the requirements?
Completed application form.
Company profile
Certified copy of SA ID
Detailed profile of the applicant
Certificate of incorporation or company registration documents
Original tax clearance certificate
One-page letter of motivation
4 DVD copies of the film/or plan for a private screening for members of the evaluation panel.
Project synopsis
Business plan showing expected returns on marketing outlay.
Proven marketing and distribution track record
A marketing and distribution plan with a clear targeted audience, realistic audience, and a projection
Proof of copyright ownership
Clear linkages to other distribution formats and pathways (theatre/video/pay/public TV)
Marketing and test screening implementation plan with the audience feedback mechanism
Innovative marketing approaches sensitive to the target market.
Realistic budget
Signed distribution agreement.
Letter from a theatrical exhibitor with a projected initial release date, if applicable
List of booked or anticipated cities, screens, and dates

Production Funding
Funding is provided for:

Feature films
Short films
Documentaries
Made for TV Movies
Web – series
TV Pilots
Who should apply?
For production funding:

South African production companies with relevant experience and a credible track record in producing content or broadcast quality.
New and emerging filmmakers who have a production company attached to the project.
For archive funding:

SA production companies that have produced at least three documentaries which have been broadcast on TV or released theatrically in either one hour or feature-length formats.

What are the application requirements?
Requirements (for all applicants):

Completed application form.
A synopsis
A treatment
A completed screenplay
Letter of motivation
Production schedule
Production budget
Finance plan
A distribution and exhibition plan
A document detailing the proposed target audience
CV of applicant
Proof of SA ID and tax clearance certificate
BBBEE certificate or BBBEE Affidavit
Chain of title document
Production applicants also require:

A script that is ready to go into production.
Relevance to a South African audience.
In the case of co-productions, compliance with treaty requirements;
Documentary applicants also require:

A creative treatment
A preliminary list of archive requirements
Letters of support from any other financiers
Proof of copyright clearance
A list of the archival records you wish to use.
Archive budget accompanied by quotations from the archive source.
Archive applicants also require:

A creative treatment
A preliminary list of archive requirements
Letters of support from any other financiers
Proof of copyright clearance
A list of the archival records you wish to use.
Archive budget accompanied by quotations from the archive source
Festival Hosting
Provides opportunities for filmmakers to increase their distribution channels as many potential audiences do not have access to cinemas.
Provides platforms to communicate its strategy, policy, and programmes, while providing the industry with the chance to understand the NFVF as an institution.
Provide crucial networking platforms for the film industry.
Funding enables national festivals to grow markets for South African cinema, stimulating demand for local films and providing an opportunity for audiences to see their stories in cinematic form.
Filmmaking workshops during festivals give communities first-hand experience of making a short film and watching it.
Click on the links below to see the national festivals NDVF support and roadshows we participate in. We also have videos from our In Conversation With series that happens during film festivals

Who can apply?

South African companies that have sufficient educational qualifications and/or experience to host a film festival on time and on budget and is not in a breach of any existing contractual obligations with the organisation.

Required Documents

Any amounts already committed by sponsors or companies already approached for funding.
An audience development plan and strategy.
Research done to date on potential festival attendance.
An audited financial statement, showing budget versus actual expenditure from the latest previous festival.
A detail report on the previous festival that includes the screening schedule and a verifiable attendance register listing the total number of people attending the screening of each film and the overall impact of the festival.
An updated CV for the applicant.
A certified copy of the applicant’s South African Identity Document (Dated within six months at the date of application).
A certified copy of the company’s registration document if applying through a production company (dated within six months at the date of application).
The BBBEE certificate or the BBBEE affidavit, signed by a commissioner of Oath if applying through production company.
The company tax clearance certificate or tax compliance pin document from SARS if applying through a production company.
The most recent Audited company financial statement.
A bank account confirmation letter for an account that is “Ring-fenced” i.e. dedicated to festival business only (dated within three (3) months at the date of application).
A company profile including a detailed CV and profile of the festival director and his executive team.
Details of the skills transfer plan for festival employees. Indication the reoccurring and upskilled staff from the previous year and demonstrating the growth and or progression of staff where applicable. List each training beneficiary ‘s details (Name, ID number, gender, race, and skills acquired).
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Development Funding
The NFVF considers development as any work undertaken to put an idea or concept into writing with an intention of creating a script including research undertaken in a documentary, a short or a feature film whether fiction or real life. The NFVF also provides financial support to the development of television concepts that can be formatted, sold globally and licensed for remake rights or for syndication.

Who should apply?
Independent production companies who hold exclusive rights or options for at least twelve (12) months
Writers attached to a project
What are the application requirements?
Requirements (For all applicants):

Completed application form
Letter of motivation
A synopsis
Treatment Chain of Title and Proof of Copyright where the work is not the original idea and letters of commitment from public figures in documentaries.
Producer’s CV
Writer’s CV
Development budget containing script editors, research, copies
Producer fee (where appropriate) – this should not exceed 10% of the total budget
Overheads, not exceeding 5.5% of total budget excluding the producer fee
Development schedule
Writer’s narrative treatment
Target audience/distribution plan
Track record of the production company (where applicable)
Company registration document to prove ownership (where applicable)
TV Format applicants also require:

Concept Outline containing the unique feature of concept
Universal dramatic theme
International adaption potential
Longevity of concept and legal protection or copyright
Festival Attendance
The South African film industry has had an official presence at the Cannes Film Festival since 1997 and has participated in major film festivals around the world since 2000.

This has raised the profile of South African film and TV content and by implication, the industry.

The NFVF provides funding to filmmakers to attend screenings of their work at selected international festivals and events and to attend international markets enabling them to pitch projects and gain financing to advance their productions.

Filmmakers benefit from international festivals as their attendance provides opportunities to:

Increase their networks of international contacts.
Conduct business along with international standards and develop strong business models for their companies.
Develop skills needed to operate within the international film environment.
Secure finance for projects
Get support for projects that have been invited to internationally recognised pitching forums or competitions.
Enhance the profile of their films and increase the international appeal.
To view the profiles of international festivals and markets that the NFVF participates in, click here.

Application Criteria

One or more of the following;

Attendance of a workshop
A screening of your project
Your film participating in the festival or marketing competition
Your film nominated for an award
You having been invited to participate in a panel discussion
Pitching your film
Required Documentation

A Synopsis, including detailed information about the format and genre.
A one to two – page letter of motivation. Pointing out what is unique about the film and any projected success the film may potentially have.
A document detailing the proposed target audience including demographics and psychographics.
A distribution plan, detailing how and where is the film going to be distributed, including but not limited to details of the broadcasters and streaming platforms, a timeline with release dates across platforms, territories, cities, theatres and screens and documentation from any theatrical exhibitor that confirms a projected initial release date.
A signed letter of intent from the distributor.
A detailed sales, distribution and marketing strategy.
A detailed marketing plan and budget.
An Audience Development Strategy.
A comprehensive Distribution / Exhibition Plan.
Copies of any existing articles or clippings about the project.
A detailed timeline, showing the projected return on investment for the NFVF.
A detailed timeline, showing the projected return on investment for the NFVF.
Film Publication Board Certificate
An updated CV for the Applicant.
Detailed profiles or CVs of the key creatives.
Company profile.
Certified copy of the applicant’s Identity document (certified within six months at the date of application).
The company’s registration document (if applying through a production company).
A bank account confirmation letter (Dated within three (3) months at the date of application).
The BBBEE certificate or the BBBEE affidavit, signed by a commissioner of Oaths (if applying through a production company).
The company’s tax clearance or tax compliance pin document (if applying through a production company).
The chain of title documentation for the project.
Funding Approvals
The National Film and Video Foundation Council approves funding on a quarterly basis throughout the financial year of April to March 31st of the following year. All applicants are notified in writing of the outcome of their application and the complete list of approvals are posted below.

Approvals Lists

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2025 Funding Approvals_ Festivals and Market Hosting_2025_26 FY_
NFVF PESP5 Funding Approvals_
March 2025 Funding Approval_Documentary_Thuthuka
2024 Funding Approvals_ Not What Society Expects_2024:25 FY
December 2024 Funding Approvals
July 2024 Funding Approvals
April 2024 Funding Approvals
Funding Approvals_Unsung Heroes_ 2023/24
Funding Approvals_October 2023
PESP 4 Funding approvals Stream 1
Approved Projects – July 2023
May 2023 Funding Approvals_
March 2023 Funding Approvals
Approved Projects – December 2022
National and International Approved Bursaries – December 2022_
PESP 3 Funding approvals Stream 1
PESP 3 Funding approvals Stream 2 and 3
Funding Approvals for Marketing and Distribution Cycle 3 FY 2021/22, Festival Hosting Cycle 1 FY 2022/23, Training Provider funding Cycle 1 FY 2021/22, Annual Documentary Special Project: we’ve always been here FY 2022/23, Annual Documentary Special Project: We choose each other FY 2022/23, Animation Slate Project Production Company FY 2022/23, The Netherlands-South Africa Co-Development Fund FY 2022/23.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) releases funding approvals for August 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) releases funding approvals for May 2022
DSAC Unsung Community Heroes Funding FY 2021/22
Approved Projects – Cycle 2 2020-21 (1)_ 2022
Training Provider funding Cycle 3 FY 2020/21, Marketing and Distribution Cycle 4 FY 2020/21 and Festival Hosting Cycle 1 FY 2021/22
Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Approvals Stream 1
Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Approvals Stream 2,3,4
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2020/21
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2020/21
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2020/21 Marketing & Distribution Festival Hosting
Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2019/20 Production and Development
Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2019/20
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2019/20
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2019/20
Approvals Lists

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The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) releases funding approvals for August 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) releases funding approvals for May 2022
Approved Projects – Cycle 2 2020-21 (1)_ 2022
Funding Approvals for Marketing and Distribution Cycle 3 FY 2021/22, Festival Hosting Cycle 1 FY 2022/23, Training Provider funding Cycle 1 FY 2021/22, Annual Documentary Special Project: we’ve always been here FY 2022/23, Annual Documentary Special Project: We choose each other FY 2022/23, Animation Slate Project Production Company FY 2022/23, The Netherlands-South Africa Co-Development Fund FY 2022/23.
DSAC Unsung Community Heroes Funding FY 2021/22
Training Provider funding Cycle 3 FY 2020/21, Marketing and Distribution Cycle 4 FY 2020/21 and Festival Hosting Cycle 1 FY 2021/22
Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Approvals Stream 1
Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Approvals Stream 2,3,4
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2020/21
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2020/21
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2020/21 Marketing & Distribution Festival Hosting
Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2019/20 Production and Development
Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2019/20
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2019/20
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2019/20
Approvals Lists

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The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) releases funding approvals for May 2022
Approved Projects – Cycle 2 2020-21 (1)_ 2022
Funding Approvals for Marketing and Distribution Cycle 3 FY 2021/22, Festival Hosting Cycle 1 FY 2022/23, Training Provider funding Cycle 1 FY 2021/22, Annual Documentary Special Project: we’ve always been here FY 2022/23, Annual Documentary Special Project: We choose each other FY 2022/23, Animation Slate Project Production Company FY 2022/23, The Netherlands-South Africa Co-Development Fund FY 2022/23.
DSAC Unsung Community Heroes Funding FY 2021/22
Training Provider funding Cycle 3 FY 2020/21, Marketing and Distribution Cycle 4 FY 2020/21 and Festival Hosting Cycle 1 FY 2021/22
Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Approvals Stream 1
Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Approvals Stream 2,3,4
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2020/21
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2020/21
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2020/21 Marketing & Distribution Festival Hosting
Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2019/20 Production and Development
Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2019/20
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2019/20
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2019/20
Approvals Lists

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Funding Approvals for Marketing and Distribution Cycle 3 FY 2021/22, Festival Hosting Cycle 1 FY 2022/23, Training Provider funding Cycle 1 FY 2021/22, Annual Documentary Special Project: we’ve always been here FY 2022/23, Annual Documentary Special Project: We choose each other FY 2022/23, Animation Slate Project Production Company FY 2022/23, The Netherlands-South Africa Co-Development Fund FY 2022/23.
DSAC Unsung Community Heroes Funding FY 2021/22
Training Provider funding Cycle 3 FY 2020/21, Marketing and Distribution Cycle 4 FY 2020/21 and Festival Hosting Cycle 1 FY 2021/22
Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Approvals Stream 1
Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Approvals Stream 2,3,4
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2020/21
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2020/21
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2020/21 Marketing & Distribution Festival Hosting
Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2019/20 Production and Development
Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2019/20
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2019/20
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2019/20
Applicants need to register and complete the online application form using the following link: https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za

Important notice

Please take note of the following disclaimers:

Tier yourself accordingly
Carefully read the definitions of the sub-categories before selecting
It is advisable that the main applicant applies instead of using a 3rd party to apply on their behalf
Only recently certified documents will be accepted. (NOT OLDER THAN 3 MONTHS, WITH A DATED STAMP)
Only valid documents will be allowed (NOT EXPIRED)
Applications which do not meet compliance will be disqualified
Please note that no late applications will be accepted.

For any queries regarding applications please contact:

Thandekile Hlatshwayo

Applications Officer

Email: thandekiles@nfvf.co.za

Or

Manti Sekwakwa

Applications Coordinator

Email: mantis@nfvf.co.za

Telephone: 011 483 0880

Unsuccesful applicants may Appeal the decision by filling and submitting (FORM H)

Archive Approvals Lists

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Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2018/19
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2018/19
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2018/19
Funding Approvals for Cycle 3 2017/18
Funding Approvals for Cycle 2 2017/18
Funding Approvals for Cycle 1 2017/18
Funding Special Projects Approvals for Cycles 3 2016/17
Funding Approvals for Cycles 3 2016/17
Funding Approvals for Cycles 2 2016/17
Funding Approvals for Cycles 1 2016/17
Funding Approvals for Cycles 4 2015/16
Funding approvals for Cycle 3 2015/16
Education and Training Funding
NFVF provides funding for national and international bursaries and grants to organisations that offer training and development programmes that are related to the audio-visual industry.
National bursaries
Awarded as a non-repayable grant based on merit and/or financial need and paid directly to the respective training institutions for the applicable academic year.
Applicants must have completed and passed matric.
For continued support, beneficiaries must apply in every academic year cycle and pass all modules for the academic year.
Applicants must declare upfront in writing if they have been granted bursaries from other funders (public or private), disclosing the funder and amount received or committed by the funder.
The bursary covers 100% of the tuition fees.
Accommodation costs will only be paid for, subject to availability of funds and to financially needy students.
Exclusions:
Any performance arts and acting courses.

Eligibility for applicants:

South African citizen
Matric pass
Good academic record
Demonstrate a need for financial assistance.
Registered or provisionally registered to study for a full-time undergraduate, postgraduate diploma, or degree in film/TV disciplines at an accredited South African tertiary institution.
Required documentation:

Completed online application form
Letter of acceptance from the institution or letter acknowledging application
A one-page letter of motivation
Certified ID copy (Dated within six months of the application).
Certified copy of matric certificate or latest academic results (Dated within six months of the application)
Commitment letter for a bursary or loan from other sponsors/bank where necessary0
Annual academic fees breakdown from the institution
If not older than 21, provide proof of financial support (i.e.: latest bank statement with a bank stamp or latest payslips)
If the applicant is unemployed, he/she must provide proof of social grant, if applicable.
Parents/guardian/partner’s proof of income (i.e., latest payslip, bank statement with a bank stamp or IRP).
An affidavit stating the known/unknown whereabouts of the absent parent/s
A certified copy of the death certificates of the deceased parent/s (Dated within six months of the date of application)
If the applicant is not a minor (i.e. older than 21 years old), the applicant must provide proof of financial need (i.e. Latest payslip, bank statement with a bank stamp or IRP form)
Note: All certified documents must be valid for six months from the date of submission

Selection Criteria:

Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged individuals.
And to students enrolled in South African public tertiary institutions.
Financial need based on the combined gross income of less than R600 000 for both parents/guardians in the case of a minor (younger than 21).
Detailed motivation stating why the applicant should be considered for the bursary.
Academic performance will be assessed according to:
Latest academic qualifications
Students enrolled to further their studies will only be considered if they have achieved an average of 50% or higher.
The minimum pass rate in their previous year of study.
In the case of matriculants whose final results are not available.
An assessment will be based on their Grade 11 final results or matric June results.

Applications will not be considered if:

It is for outstanding (owed) tertiary fees.
Supporting documents are missing or not certified.
The application form is incomplete or wrong information is provided.
Applications are sent via fax or email.
How to apply:
Complete an online national bursary application form available on our website: www.nfvf.co.za or https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za

Opening date for submissions: 01 June 2021
Closing date for submissions: 31 August 2021

For queries, contact:
Thandekile Hlatshwayo
Applications Officer
Email: thandekileh@nfvf.co.za
Telephone: 011 483 0880
International Bursaries
The programme aims to equip film and television professionals for global competitiveness through overseas studies that are not offered in South African tertiary institutions.

Qualifying Criteria:

Apply six months before the course starts.
Be a South African citizen or permanent SA resident.
Have a good academic record.
Demonstrate a need for financial assistance; and
Be enrolled at an accredited overseas tertiary institution for full-time studies; post-graduate film/TV programme (the course must start in January 2022).
Funding will only be granted to courses that are unavailable in South Africa.
Live Performance or Acting courses do not qualify.
Applications must be accompanied by a detailed motivation stating why the applicant must be awarded a bursary together with all the supporting documents as indicated in the online application form.

Important:

Failure to provide all requested information will lead to automatic disqualification of the application.
In the event of a change of contact details, the onus is on the applicant to notify NFVF.
For further information, consult the NFVF Funding Policy on: NFVF Funding Policy

How to apply:

Register and complete the online application form using the following link: https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za

For queries, contact:

Thandekile Hlatshwayo
Applications Officer
Email: thandekileh@nfvf.co.za
Telephone: 011 483 0880

Or
Funding for training providers
Funding is provided for accredited film training programmes run by training service providers for:

Training for new entrants to help them launch successful careers through on and off-the-job training.
Skills programmes for professionals already in the industry to enhance their career development through targeted training and development initiatives.
Workshops run by professional bodies
Criteria

An applicant must be an accredited training provider.
Applicant must have a partnership with an accredited training service provider or accredited skills development facilitator with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) or relevant body.
Programmes must address industry skills gaps.
Quality of the project including:
The appropriate level of skills and expertise.
Training objectives identified can be achieved through the proposed activities.
Training and assessment are set against relevant unit standards where they exist.
Ability to manage and deliver the project based on previous projects.
Demonstration of financial sustainability.
A realistic budget.
Funding for SEDIBA programmes
The NFVF offers training to emerging and experienced filmmakers in scriptwriting and producing through four programmes:
SEDIBA Spark programme
SEDIBA Spark Programme:

No-cost programme embracing best practices of international screenwriting, using the teachings of international masters of our craft.
Equips feature film writers with tools to allow them to shape their talent, originality, and creativity into screenwriting of an international standard.
Programme runs for five months with compulsory workshops taking place one weekend a month
Who qualifies?

Scriptwriters who have worked in the industry in some capacity and have a feature film concept that may appeal to the local and international market.
Trainee script editors with a relevant tertiary qualification or extensive experience in the industry OR have experience of writing intellectually challenging and coherent reports, articles and/or essays for a degree programme, newspapers or magazines, a web blog, a creative or professional writing programme.
Preference to indigenous language speakers
Applications will be evaluated on:
Concept outline
Local and international market appeal
Potential of the writer to conceptualise and write high concept feature film ideas.
Application process

The following supporting documentation must be submitted together with an official application form”.
A letter of motivation
A two-page outline
CV of applicant
SEDIBA Masters scriptwriting training programme
Training is free to selected participants.
Develops the professional knowledge of the writing talent and concepts over a year to a polished second draft script through various stages of story and script development training.
Provides teachings about other sectors of the film value chain to understand how they impact the green light decisions for productions and the success of the film with audiences.
Provides a foundation enabling writers to collaborate and with script editors on their projects.
Trains script editors
Who qualifies?

Scriptwriters who have worked extensively in the industry as a drama series or feature film writer and have a feature film concept that may appeal to the local market and has great potential to travel.
Trainee script editors who have a relevant tertiary qualification or extensive industry experience OR have experience of writing intellectually challenging and coherent reports, articles and/or essays for a degree programme, newspapers or magazines, a web blog, a creative or professional writing programme.
Preference will be given to applicants who are indigenous language speakers
Applications will be evaluated on:

Concept outline and if the feature film project can appeal to the local and international market.
The potential of the writer to conceptualise and write high concept feature film ideas.
The scriptwriter must have at least five years of industry experience
Application process:
SEDIBA international financing programme for producers
Designed for experienced and emerging producers in TV drama and feature film products and offers focused training in international financing, packaging, sales, and distribution

Who qualifies?
Emerging and experienced producers who have completed a feature film script that is most likely to have international appeal

Applications will be evaluated on:

Concept outline and if the feature film project can appeal to the local and international market.
Emerging producer to have worked in the industry for at least 2-5 years performing line producer functions.
Experienced producers need to have produced at least a TV drama series and/or a feature film.
Application

The following supporting documentation must be submitted together with an official application form:

A letter of motivation
A two-page outline
CV of applicant
SEDIBA Spark documentary programme
Designed for filmmakers whose documentary projects have a strong controlling idea and premise.
Stories must be engaging, explore human nature, and provide insight into our lives in ways that we have never seen before.
Who qualifies?

Documentary filmmakers who have:

Engaging concepts and story ideas
Characters who are strong enough to carry the story.
Relevant genre and culture
Applications will be evaluated on:
Concept outline and if the documentary project can appeal to the local market and has the potential to appeal to other markets

Application:
Overview
Video and film funding is available in the broad categories of Education and Training; Development (of feature films, documentaries, and TV concepts); Production (of feature films and documentaries), and Marketing and Distribution. It may take the form of a grant, investment, or loan open to all individuals, companies, and organisations throughout the year.

In each category, only one application per organisation, individual, or company will be considered.

In addition to financial assistance, support mechanisms will be made available once funding is approved. Funding allocation to selected projects will vary according to the specific cash flow needs of the project.
Marketing and Distribution Funding
Grants available to filmmakers and distributors to promote their product
Innovative marketing and distribution strategies-particularly in line with NFVF objectives-for animation, digital and other new technologies/media, will be supported.
Above and below the line Marketing of a project
Who can apply?
South African independent filmmakers and independent local distributors who have a complete film or TV product.

What are the requirements?
Completed application form.
Company profile
Certified copy of SA ID
Detailed profile of the applicant
Certificate of incorporation or company registration documents
Original tax clearance certificate
One-page letter of motivation
4 DVD copies of the film/or plan for a private screening for members of the evaluation panel.
Project synopsis
Business plan showing expected returns on marketing outlay.
Proven marketing and distribution track record
A marketing and distribution plan with a clear targeted audience, realistic audience, and a projection
Proof of copyright ownership
Clear linkages to other distribution formats and pathways (theatre/video/pay/public TV)
Marketing and test screening implementation plan with the audience feedback mechanism
Innovative marketing approaches sensitive to the target market.
Realistic budget
Signed distribution agreement.
Letter from a theatrical exhibitor with a projected initial release date, if applicable
List of booked or anticipated cities, screens, and dates
Production Funding
Funding is provided for:

Feature films
Short films
Documentaries
Made for TV Movies
Web – series
TV Pilots
Who should apply?
For production funding:

South African production companies with relevant experience and a credible track record in producing content or broadcast quality.
New and emerging filmmakers who have a production company attached to the project.
For archive funding:

SA production companies that have produced at least three documentaries which have been broadcast on TV or released theatrically in either one hour or feature-length formats.

What are the application requirements?
Requirements (for all applicants):

Completed application form.
A synopsis
A treatment
A completed screenplay
Letter of motivation
Production schedule
Production budget
Finance plan
A distribution and exhibition plan
A document detailing the proposed target audience
CV of applicant
Proof of SA ID and tax clearance certificate
BBBEE certificate or BBBEE Affidavit
Chain of title document
Production applicants also require:

A script that is ready to go into production.
Relevance to a South African audience.
In the case of co-productions, compliance with treaty requirements;
Documentary applicants also require:

A creative treatment
A preliminary list of archive requirements
Letters of support from any other financiers
Proof of copyright clearance
A list of the archival records you wish to use.
Archive budget accompanied by quotations from the archive source.
Archive applicants also require:
Festival Hosting
Provides opportunities for filmmakers to increase their distribution channels as many potential audiences do not have access to cinemas.
Provides platforms to communicate its strategy, policy, and programmes, while providing the industry with the chance to understand the NFVF as an institution.
Provide crucial networking platforms for the film industry.
Funding enables national festivals to grow markets for South African cinema, stimulating demand for local films and providing an opportunity for audiences to see their stories in cinematic form.
Filmmaking workshops during festivals give communities first-hand experience of making a short film and watching it.
Click on the links below to see the national festivals NDVF support and roadshows we participate in. We also have videos from our In Conversation With series that happens during film festivals

Who can apply?

South African companies that have sufficient educational qualifications and/or experience to host a film festival on time and on budget and is not in a breach of any existing contractual obligations with the organisation.

Required Documents

Any amounts already committed by sponsors or companies already approached for funding.
An audience development plan and strategy.
Research done to date on potential festival attendance.
An audited financial statement, showing budget versus actual expenditure from the latest previous festival.
A detail report on the previous festival that includes the screening schedule and a verifiable attendance register listing the total number of people attending the screening of each film and the overall impact of the festival.
An updated CV for the applicant.
A certified copy of the applicant’s South African Identity Document (Dated within six months at the date of application).
A certified copy of the company’s registration document if applying through a production company (dated within six months at the date of application).
The BBBEE certificate or the BBBEE affidavit, signed by a commissioner of Oath if applying through production company.
The company tax clearance certificate or tax compliance pin document from SARS if applying through a production company.
The most recent Audited company financial statement.
A bank account confirmation letter for an account that is “Ring-fenced” i.e. dedicated to festival business only (dated within three (3) months at the date of application).
A company profile including a detailed CV and profile of the festival director and his executive team.
Details of the skills transfer plan for festival employees. Indication the reoccurring and upskilled staff from the previous year and demonstrating the growth and or progression of staff where applicable. List each training beneficiary ‘s details (Name, ID number, gender, race, and skills acquired).
Note to IT to add a document for a link in backend – NFVF Funding Policy
Development Funding
The NFVF considers development as any work undertaken to put an idea or concept into writing with an intention of creating a script including research undertaken in a documentary, a short or a feature film whether fiction or real life. The NFVF also provides financial support to the development of television concepts that can be formatted, sold globally and licensed for remake rights or for syndication.

Who should apply?
Independent production companies who hold exclusive rights or options for at least twelve (12) months
Writers attached to a project
What are the application requirements?
Requirements (For all applicants):

Completed application form
Letter of motivation
A synopsis
Treatment Chain of Title and Proof of Copyright where the work is not the original idea and letters of commitment from public figures in documentaries.
Producer’s CV
Writer’s CV
Development budget containing script editors, research, copies
Producer fee (where appropriate) – this should not exceed 10% of the total budget
Overheads, not exceeding 5.5% of total budget excluding the producer fee
Development schedule
Writer’s narrative treatment
Target audience/distribution plan
Track record of the production company (where applicable)
Company registration document to prove ownership (where applicable)
TV Format applicants also require:
Festival Attendance
The South African film industry has had an official presence at the Cannes Film Festival since 1997 and has participated in major film festivals around the world since 2000.

This has raised the profile of South African film and TV content and by implication, the industry.

The NFVF provides funding to filmmakers to attend screenings of their work at selected international festivals and events and to attend international markets enabling them to pitch projects and gain financing to advance their productions.

Filmmakers benefit from international festivals as their attendance provides opportunities to:

Increase their networks of international contacts.
Conduct business along with international standards and develop strong business models for their companies.
Develop skills needed to operate within the international film environment.
Secure finance for projects
Get support for projects that have been invited to internationally recognised pitching forums or competitions.
Enhance the profile of their films and increase the international appeal.
To view the profiles of international festivals and markets that the NFVF participates in, click here.

Application Criteria

One or more of the following;

Attendance of a workshop
A screening of your project
Your film participating in the festival or marketing competition
Your film nominated for an award
You having been invited to participate in a panel discussion
Pitching your film
Required Documentation

A Synopsis, including detailed information about the format and genre.
A one to two – page letter of motivation. Pointing out what is unique about the film and any projected success the film may potentially have.
A document detailing the proposed target audience including demographics and psychographics.
A distribution plan, detailing how and where is the film going to be distributed, including but not limited to details of the broadcasters and streaming platforms, a timeline with release dates across platforms, territories, cities, theatres and screens and documentation from any theatrical exhibitor that confirms a projected initial release date.
A signed letter of intent from the distributor.
A detailed sales, distribution and marketing strategy.
A detailed marketing plan and budget.
An Audience Development Strategy.
A comprehensive Distribution / Exhibition Plan.
Copies of any existing articles or clippings about the project.
A detailed timeline, showing the projected return on investment for the NFVF.
A detailed timeline, showing the projected return on investment for the NFVF.
Film Publication Board Certificate
An updated CV for the Applicant.
Detailed profiles or CVs of the key creatives.
Company profile.
Certified copy of the applicant’s Identity document (certified within six months at the date of application).
The company’s registration document (if applying through a production company).
A bank account confirmation letter (Dated within three (3) months at the date of application).
The BBBEE certificate or the BBBEE affidavit, signed by a commissioner of Oaths (if applying through a production company).
The company’s tax clearance or tax compliance pin document (if applying through a production company).
The chain of title documentation for the project.

Education and Training Funding
NFVF provides funding for national and international bursaries and grants to organisations that offer training and development programmes that are related to the audio-visual industry.
ational bursaries
Awarded as a non-repayable grant based on merit and/or financial need and paid directly to the respective training institutions for the applicable academic year.
Applicants must have completed and passed matric.
For continued support, beneficiaries must apply in every academic year cycle and pass all modules for the academic year.
Applicants must declare upfront in writing if they have been granted bursaries from other funders (public or private), disclosing the funder and amount received or committed by the funder.
The bursary covers 100% of the tuition fees.
Accommodation costs will only be paid for, subject to availability of funds and to financially needy students.
Exclusions:
Any performance arts and acting courses.

Eligibility for applicants:

South African citizen
Matric pass
Good academic record
Demonstrate a need for financial assistance.
Registered or provisionally registered to study for a full-time undergraduate, postgraduate diploma, or degree in film/TV disciplines at an accredited South African tertiary institution.
Required documentation:

Completed online application form
Letter of acceptance from the institution or letter acknowledging application
A one-page letter of motivation
Certified ID copy (Dated within six months of the application).
Certified copy of matric certificate or latest academic results (Dated within six months of the application)
Commitment letter for a bursary or loan from other sponsors/bank where necessary0
Annual academic fees breakdown from the institution
If not older than 21, provide proof of financial support (i.e.: latest bank statement with a bank stamp or latest payslips)
If the applicant is unemployed, he/she must provide proof of social grant, if applicable.
Parents/guardian/partner’s proof of income (i.e., latest payslip, bank statement with a bank stamp or IRP).
An affidavit stating the known/unknown whereabouts of the absent parent/s
A certified copy of the death certificates of the deceased parent/s (Dated within six months of the date of application)
If the applicant is not a minor (i.e. older than 21 years old), the applicant must provide proof of financial need (i.e. Latest payslip, bank statement with a bank stamp or IRP form)
Note: All certified documents must be valid for six months from the date of submission

Selection Criteria:

Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged individuals.
And to students enrolled in South African public tertiary institutions.
Financial need based on the combined gross income of less than R600 000 for both parents/guardians in the case of a minor (younger than 21).
Detailed motivation stating why the applicant should be considered for the bursary.
Academic performance will be assessed according to:
Latest academic qualifications
Students enrolled to further their studies will only be considered if they have achieved an average of 50% or higher.
The minimum pass rate in their previous year of study.
In the case of matriculants whose final results are not available.
An assessment will be based on their Grade 11 final results or matric June results.

Applications will not be considered if:

It is for outstanding (owed) tertiary fees.
Supporting documents are missing or not certified.
The application form is incomplete or wrong information is provided.
Applications are sent via fax or email.
How to apply:
Complete an online national bursary application form available on our website: www.nfvf.co.za or https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za

Opening date for submissions: 01 June 2021
Closing date for submissions: 31 August 2021

For queries, contact:
Thandekile Hlatshwayo
Applications Officer
Email: thandekileh@nfvf.co.za
Telephone: 011 483 0880

International Bursaries
The programme aims to equip film and television professionals for global competitiveness through overseas studies that are not offered in South African tertiary institutions.

Qualifying Criteria:

Apply six months before the course starts.
Be a South African citizen or permanent SA resident.
Have a good academic record.
Demonstrate a need for financial assistance; and
Be enrolled at an accredited overseas tertiary institution for full-time studies; post-graduate film/TV programme (the course must start in January 2022).
Funding will only be granted to courses that are unavailable in South Africa.
Live Performance or Acting courses do not qualify.
Applications must be accompanied by a detailed motivation stating why the applicant must be awarded a bursary together with all the supporting documents as indicated in the online application form.

Important:

Failure to provide all requested information will lead to automatic disqualification of the application.
In the event of a change of contact details, the onus is on the applicant to notify NFVF.
For further information, consult the NFVF Funding Policy on: NFVF Funding Policy

How to apply:

Register and complete the online application form using the following link: https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za

For queries, contact:

Thandekile Hlatshwayo
Applications Officer
Email: thandekileh@nfvf.co.za
Telephone: 011 483 0880

Funding for training providers
Funding is provided for accredited film training programmes run by training service providers for:

Training for new entrants to help them launch successful careers through on and off-the-job training.
Skills programmes for professionals already in the industry to enhance their career development through targeted training and development initiatives.
Workshops run by professional bodies
Criteria
Funding for SEDIBA programmes
The NFVF offers training to emerging and experienced filmmakers in scriptwriting and producing through four programmes:
SEDIBA Spark programme
SEDIBA Spark Programme:

No-cost programme embracing best practices of international screenwriting, using the teachings of international masters of our craft.
Equips feature film writers with tools to allow them to shape their talent, originality, and creativity into screenwriting of an international standard.
Programme runs for five months with compulsory workshops taking place one weekend a month
Who qualifies?

Scriptwriters who have worked in the industry in some capacity and have a feature film concept that may appeal to the local and international market.
Trainee script editors with a relevant tertiary qualification or extensive experience in the industry OR have experience of writing intellectually challenging and coherent reports, articles and/or essays for a degree programme, newspapers or magazines, a web blog, a creative or professional writing programme.
Preference to indigenous language speakers
Applications will be evaluated on:
Concept outline
Local and international market appeal
Potential of the writer to conceptualise and write high concept feature film ideas.
Application process
SA Films

SA Films Overview
An overview of proudly South African productions.

Learn more
Search the NFVF film library.
The NFVF film library is a resource list of South African films. Search according to title, genre, production status, production type and funding status.
Film Library
The NFVF Film Library is a good source of information on local films.
National Festivals and Markets
Our support to national festivals and markets

The NFVF provides funding to national festivals to grow markets for South African cinema, generate and interest and stimulate demand for South African films and give an opportunity to our audiences to see themselves and their stories in cinematic form. Festivals provide opportunities for filmmakers to increase their distribution channels as many potential South African audiences do not have access to cinemas. They also provide a crucial networking platform for members of the film industry.

Filmmaking workshops conducted during film festivals give community members the firsthand experience of making a short film during the time of the festival and watching it. The workshops make communities aware of the possibilities of filmmaking as a career and contributor to economic development.

The NFVF uses film festivals and markets, where appropriate, as platforms to communicate its strategy, policy and programmes and provide an opportunity for the industry to get an understanding of the NFVF as an institution.

To apply for markets and festival funding, visit the link below:

https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za/xaLogin/NFVF/reglogin.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fdefault.aspx
International Festivals and Markets
Since 2000, the South African film industry has consistently participated in major film festivals around the world and has had an official presence at the Cannes film festival since 1997.The regular, consistent and co-ordinated participation at these events has raised the profile of South African film and television content and by implication the industry as a whole. The NFVF provides funding to filmmakers to attend screenings of their work at selected international festivals and events and to attend international markets where they can pitch their projects and gain financing to advance their projects.

South African filmmakers can benefit from international festivals as they offer opportunities to:

Increase their networks of international contacts
Conduct business according to international standards and develop strong business models for their companies
Develop the skills needed to operate within the international film environment
Secure finance for a projects
Get support for projects that have been invited to internationally recognised pitching forums or competitions
Enhance the profile of their films and increase international appeal
To view the profiles of international festivals and markets that the NFVF participates in, click here.
Research Overview
The NFVF conducts and commissions research regularly to inform policy and strategic decisions in the South African film industry to monitor challenges and opportunities within the industry.

Latest research show the industry has:
Excellent potential for growth;
Provides direct and indirect employment different sectors of the economy;
Contributes around R3.5-billion a year to the country’s economy;
Creates more than 25 000 jobs with an economic multiplier of 2.89;
Annual research focuses mainly on the local box office market and co-production activities arising out of co-production treaties with several countries. Trends on types of formats that are popular with audiences, local versus foreign market share and highest grossing films are monitored and analysed.

How does the NFVF contribute to policy and legislation?
Develops internal and external (industry) policies and guidelines
Certifies national films (official co-production treaties and certificates of nationality)
Negotiates and establishes partnership agreements for the NFVF with individuals, organisations and institutions
Research completed?
Over the years the NFVF has conducted research into the following areas of the local film industry:
Research Reports
The NFVF continually conducts research into varying aspects of the film and video industry to develop a better understanding of the industry. Please see a list of our reports below.

Click on the relevant document title below to download

Box Office Reports
Industry Insights
2023/24
Africa Movies And Entertainment Market Report
2022/23
NFVF Local Content Report_October 2022
Audience Research Final NFVF Report
2021/22
NFVF Statistical Year Report_2017-2022
Audio visual Content for Africa_
NFVF Transformation Report_March 2022 .
NFVF Transformation Report Bulletin
EIA Research Bulletin_EP
2020/21
Economic Impact of the South African Film Industry Report_ August 2021
2019/20
2018/19
2017/18
Gender Matters in the SA Film Industry Report 2018
2016/17
Economic Impact Assessment of the South African film industry 2017
2015/16
NFVF SKills Audit 2016
National Film Strategy
2014/15
Audience Development Research 2015
SA Report Women in Film
2013/14
Graduate Absorption Study 2013
2012/13
Economic Baseline Study 2012
2010/11
10 Year Industry Review 2010
Audience Development Research 2010
Investigation into the Feasibility of Establishing a National Film School
2000 – 2004
SA Film Industry Survey 2004
SA Film Industry Profile 2000
South Africa – Twenty Year Review (1994- 2014)
Co-production
SA – France Co Production Review 2015
Co-production Report 2014
Co-production Report 2013
Co-production Report 2011
Co-production Report 2010
Box Office Report Mid-Year 2024
Box Office Report Mid-Year 2022
Box Office Report 2023
Box Office Analysis_22.06.22
Box Office Report 2021
Box Office Report 2020
Box Office Report 2020 January 2020 – March 2020
Box Office Report 2019
Box Office Report Mid-Year 2019
Box Office Report 2018
Box Office Report Mid-Year 2018
Box Office Report 2017
Box Office Report Mid-Year 2017
Box Office Report 2016
Box Office Report Mid-Year 2016
Box Office Report Mid-Year 2015
Box Office Report 2014
Box Office Report 2013
Box office Report 2012
Box Office Report 2011
Box Office Report 2010
Economic baseline study
Performance of films on the local exhibition space
Consumption of local films and audience preferences
Graduate absorption
Annual activity report on co-productions
To view our research reports, please click here.
To apply for international festival and market funding, download the form below.
Additional Resources
Click on the links below to see the national festivals we support and roadshows we participate in. We also have videos from our In Conversation With series that happens during films festivals.
FAQS ABOUT NFVF FUNDING
Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme

Funding For Films

NFVF National Bursaries

NFVF International Bursaries

SEDIBA Spark Screenwriting Programme

SEDIBA Masters Scriptwriting Training Programme

SEDIBA Documentary Training Programme
In the aftermath of the COVID 19 pandemic and lockdown, the organisation supported by the National Arts Council (NAC) administered the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme aimed to assist practitioners and their projects as well as companies that incurred losses (actual and planned/existing, new and those that were at concept stage) during the period.

National Treasury had entrusted a total of R140 million to the NFVF which it administered according to 4 streams including.

Stream 1: Production
Stream 2: Skills Development
Stream 3: Industry
Stream 4: Business Recovery
Currently the organisation is monitoring the implementation of the successful projects which were awarded March/April 2021.

To date:

A total of R105 million has been paid out to a total of 213 beneficiaries.
A total of 7, 668, 00 projected jobs in the audio-visual industry will be created through the grant.
The following streams received these payments:

Stream 1: A Total of R59 million has been paid to 132 beneficiaries.
Stream 2: A Total of R22 million has been paid to 44 beneficiaries.
Stream 3: A total of R13 million has been paid to 26 beneficiaries.
For queries and appeal processes:

E-mail Applications@nfvf.co.za or call 011 483 0880.
What funding does the NFVF provide for films?
The NFVF funds full length and short form fiction and documentary films either in script development or in production.

What kind of film projects does the NFVF fund?
The NFVF funds documentaries in development and production, feature films in development and production, short films in development and production and TV concepts for development and TV pilots.

Does the NFVF have a cap on funding?

For films In Development we fund feature films to a maximum of R200 000, documentaries a maximum of R100 000, short films to a maximum of R100 000 and TV concepts to a maximum of R200 000.
For films In Production we fund feature films to a maximum of R1 200 000, documentaries to a maximum of R200 000, short films to a maximum of R200 000 and TV pilots to a maximum of R200 000.
How can I get funding for my film from the NFVF?
Download an application form; follow the submission guidelines and post, courier or hand deliver four copies of the application to the NFVF offices.
Who may apply for an NFVF national bursary
Matriculants who want to pursue film/TV related to study for a degree or a diploma as full time students at an accredited tertiary institution.

When do I apply?
Application season opens from 02 June till end of August each year. Late applications are not accepted.

What does the bursary cover?
The bursary covers tuition fees only, 100% is paid for first years, and 80% from second year onward.

Is the bursary automatically approved until I graduate?
No, beneficiaries still need to re-apply each year within the deadline dates and have passed their year.

Do I need to repay the bursary after graduation or work for the NFVF?
No, this is a grant. However, the student is required to pass all their first semester subjects to be funded for the entire year.
Who may apply for an NFVF international bursary?
Applicant must be registered for a full-tim postgraduate degree in film/TV related study at an overseas accredited tertiary institution for a programme not currently offered in any South African university.

When do I apply?
Applicant must submit entire application at least six months before commencement of the course.

What does the bursary cover?
The maximum funding is R250 000 towards tuition and living costs.

Is the bursary automatically approved until I graduate?
No, beneficiaries still need to re-apply each year within the deadline dates and should have passed their year.

Do I need to repay the bursary after graduation?
No, this is a grant. However, the student is required to pass all their first semester subjects to be funded for the entire year.

Do I need to work for the NFVF upon graduation?
Graduates are not required to work for the NFVF upon graduation however, graduates are expected to give back to the industry upon their return and partner with the NFVF from time-to-time on projects that address skills transfer.
Who qualifies to attend this programme?
Script writers and script editors wanting to write feature films as a career.

How long is the course?
The programme is 5 months long; workshops are conducted once a month over a Saturday and Sunday.

How are applications evaluated?

Feature film projects must appeal to the local and international market
The writer must have the potential to conceptualise and write high concept feature film scripts or unique art house stories.
How do I apply?
By completing an application form supported by the relevant documentation.

When do I apply?
Application dates are published on the NFVF website and newsletter with reminders sent out closer to the dates.

What does it cost?
The programme is fully funded by the NFVF and books and accommodations may be covered for out of province participants
Who qualifies to attend this programme?
This programme trains script writers and script editors wanting to write feature films as a career.

How long is the course?
One year with workshops held once a month over a Saturday and Sunday.

When do I apply?
The NFVF publishes a call for proposals quarterly on the website and dates are available on the website.
Who qualifies to attend this programme?
This programme is intended for documentary filmmakers who have a concept to learn how to write and package their proposals for potential funders and broadcasters.

How long is the course?
Four months; workshops which are held once a month over a Saturday and Sunday.

When do I apply?
Applications are received only during the time when the NFVF is open for applications for the programme.
Who qualifies to attend this programme?
Producers; emerging and experienced; who have completed a feature film script that is most likely to have international appeal.

How long is the course?
Participants are required to attend three, 3-day workshops over an eight month period.

What does it cost?
Emerging Producers pay R1500 and Experienced Producers pay R5000.
What funding does the NFVF provide for the marketing and distribution of films?
The NFVF has a fund administered by the Marketing Department for marketing and distribution of films, market and festival travel and festival assistance.

Who qualifies for distribution funding?
South African independent filmmakers and independent local distributors who have a complete film or TV product.
FAQs About The South African Film Industry
How many films are produced in South Africa each year?

A total of one hundred and four (104) locally (SA) and internationally produced films were released in South Africa between January and September 2021, and this amounted to a total Box Office Gross of R126,6 million. Of the full universe of films released, there were only nine (9) SA produced films with a Box Office Gross of R1,4 million.

Of the nine (9), four (4) films were independently released, three (3) films were State Theatre productions, later released at selected Ster-Kinekor theatres, as a result of the strategic partnership between the South African State Theatre and Ster-Kinekor Theatres aimed at screening theatre productions in cinemas and the remaining two (2) films were released by Indigenous Film Distribution and Filmfinity

What is the market share of South African films?

In 2017 the market share for domestic films was 4%, the market share for SA produced films in the first half of 2018 was 3%. Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the market share of SA produced films has reduced to 1%.

How many cinema screens are there in South Africa?
+- 800 screens in more than 70 complexes

How did COVID-19 impact the industry?

The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the film industry. The impact includes business closures (38%), limiting local content development (28%) and limited training and skills development (28%) opportunities because of disruptions in production.

Figure 2: Impact of Covid-19 on the Industry

Source: Film Industry Stakeholder Survey, 2021

How much does the film industry contribute to the South African economy?

According to the NFVF’s 2020/2021 Economic Impact of the SA film industry report:

The financial year 2019/20 is used as the reference year (base year) because it was the last period of ‘normal’ industry operations before the disruption and impact of Covid-19 in 2020/21.

Table 3: Economic Impact 2019/20

 Direct  Indirect    Induced Total

Production (R million) R3 868.78 R946.07 R2 366.36 R7 181.20
GDP at market prices (R million) R522.33 R157.01 R408.41 R1 087.75
Employment (Number) 18 104 3 302 10 039 31 444
Total Annualised Payroll (R million) R108.67 R30.70 R78.40 R217.76
Household Income (R million) R370.58 R119.77 R312.26 R802.62
Contribution to Taxes (R million) R46.57 R12.66 R32.03 R91.26
Source: BDO and Quantec Analysis

The direct contribution of the film industry to the economy of South Africa is projected at R3,86 billion. An additional R3,31 billion is projected to have been generated through indirect (R946.07m) and induced (R2,36 billion) impacts, resulting in a total contribution to the local economy of R7,18 billion.

Te direct impact of the film industry at market prices was estimated at R522.33m, the indirect impact at R157.01m, and the induced impact at R408.41m. The total estimated impact of the film industry on GDP at market prices if all the impacts are added is estimated to be R1,08 billion. Thus, for every R1 million in output generated by the film industry, an additional R0.76m of GDP at market prices was generated in the economy if the direct and indirect impacts are considered, and R1.22m if the induced impacts are also added.

2020/21 (Covid-19 year)

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the operations of the film industry and the impact of the industry on the economy and jobs. The economic losses to output and employment caused by COVID-19 related disruption in industry activity for substantial periods (as per lockdown restrictions) during the 2020/21 financial year were substantial.

Table 4: Economic Impact 2020/21

 Direct  Indirect    Induced Total

Production (R million) R1 571.80 R384.37 R961.40 R2 917.56
GDP at market prices (R million) R212.21 R63.79 R165.93 R441.93
Employment (Number) 7 355 1 341 4 079 12 775
Total Annualised Payroll (R million) R44.15 R12.47 R31.85 R88.47
Household Income (R million) R150.56 R48.66 R126.87 R326.09
Contribution to Taxes (R million) R18.92 R5.14 R13.01 R37.08
Source: BDO and Quantec Analysis

The film industry had an estimated expenditure of R1,03 billion in 2020/21, a 59% decline compared to 2019/20. The decline is mainly attributed to disruption in production activity for extended periods during 2020/21.

The contribution of the film industry to the economy of South Africa is projected at R2,91 billion in 2020/21, down from R7,18 billion in 2019/20. Household income declined by R476.53m in 2020/21 compared to 2019/20. The film industry is estimated to have suffered losses of 18 669 FTE jobs because of the Covid-19 pandemic, amounting to R129.29m loss in remuneration. The industry’s contribution to government taxes declined by R54.18m.

What is the size of the film industry?
Estimated Size
Pre-production – 2.5%
Production – 94.6%
Post-production – 0.005%
Distribution – 2.9%

The Production stage of the SAFI’s value chain has the highest expenditure, accounting for roughly 95% of the entire industry while post-production accounts for less than 1%.

What is the film industry Multiplier Effect?

The employment multiplier increased by a multiple of 5,65 for every R1 invested in the 2019/20 fiscal. This means that for every R1 of expenditure an additional R2.82 cents of additional income was generated in the economy. In the case of employment, we estimate that for example, for every R1 million of direct expenditure, around 5,65 annual jobs were created/ sustained.
About the SAFTAs (The South African Film and Television Awards)
In 2005 representatives of the South African Film and Television industry resolved to come together with guidance from the National Film and Video Foundation of South Africa (NFVF) to establish the annual South African Film and Television Awards, the SAFTAs. The Awards honour, celebrate and promote the creativity, quality and excellence of South African Film and Television talent and productions, and serve to encourage entrepreneurship and the development of new talent within the industry.

Each award recipient is presented with a trophy, the ‘Golden Horn’, which has three heads symbolising collective effort, community, and the recognition of the individual as part of a team – an experience inherent to the film and television industry where collaboration is the cornerstone of successful productions. There have been fifteen sessions of the awards to date with each giving over 70 awards. Read more about the 2015 SAFTAS here.

Additional Resources
SAFTAs 18
SAFTAs 18 Call for Etries, click here
SAFTAs 18 Call For Jury Members, click here
SAFTAs 18 Discretionary Award Call, click here
SAFTAs 18 Nominations List, click here

SAFTAs 18 Nominees Announcement Press Release, click here

SAFTAs 18 In Memoriam Call, click here

SAFTAs 18 Date and Theme Announcement Press Release 2024, click here

SAFTAs 18 Nominees Toast Gallery, click here

SAFTAs 18 Press Release, click here

SAFTAs 18 Winners List, click here

SAFTASs 18 Gallery click here

SAFTAs 17
SAFTAs 17 Nominations List, click here

Call-for-Discretionary Nomination, Now Open, click here

Call-to-Entries Now Open, click here

SAFTAs 17 Gallery, click here

SAFTAs 16
Call-to-Entries Now Open, click here

To download the SAFTAs 16 Entry Guidelines, click here

To download the SAFTAs 16 nominees list, click here

To download the SAFTAs 16 Winners list, click here

SAFTAs 16 Gallery, click here

SAFTAs 15
To download the SAFTAs 15 press release, click here

To download the SAFTAs 15 Entry Guidelines, click here

To download the SAFTAs 15digital logo, click here

SAFTAs 14
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SAFTAS 13
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To download the SAFTAs13 call for Discretionary Award Nominations, click here

To download the SAFTAs 13 call for entries closing date extension, click here

To download the SAFTAs 13 call for entries, click here

To download the entry guidelines, click here

To download the SAFTAs13 logo, click here

SAFTAs 12
To download the SAFTAs12 nominee announcement press release, click here

To download the SAFTAs12 nominee list, click here

To download the SAFTAs fact sheet, click here

To download the SAFTAs12 logo, click here

To download the SAFTAs12 composite logo, click here

To download an image of NFVF CEO, Ms Zama Mkosi, click here

To download the entry guidelines,click here

SAFTAs 11
SAFTAs 11 – SA’s got it, lets celebrate!

To download the winners list, click here

To download the nominees list, click here

To download the media holding statement: 7 February 2017, click here

To download the Voting line promo for Best TV Soap including Telenovela, click here

To download the SAFTAs 11 signature, click here

To download the SAFTAs 11 kick off press release, click here

To download the SAFTAs 11 Logo, click here

To download the SAFTAs open call for Discretionary Awards Nominations, click here

To download the entry guidelines, click here

SAFTAS 10
For a list of the 2016 SAFTAs Nominees, click here

SAFTAs 9
To download the SAFTAs entry guidebook, click here

For a list of the 2015 SAFTAs Winners, Click Here

For a list of the 2015 SAFTAs Nominees, click here

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24 July 2023
17th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) open the call for Discretionary Award Nominations
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture and custodian of the SAFTAs extends a call to the South African film…
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22 July 2023
The Netherlands and South Africa extend their joint funding venture, Thuthuka Co-Development Fund
Durban 22 July 2023: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) has announced the extension of the co-development fund between the Netherlands and South Africa, called the Thuthuka Co-Development Fund,…
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30 June 2023
Call for National Bursary Applications for Film & Television Studies
The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and development of the SA film and video industry. The NFVF’s bursary programme…
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21 June 2023
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place from August 2023
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for film festivals and markets attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place from…
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19 May 2023
South Africa positioned as the production destination of choice at the 76th Cannes Film Festival (Festival de Cannes)
Johannesburg, 19 May 2023 – The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), will be positioning the South African (SA)…
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16 May 2023
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place in July 2023
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for film festivals and markets attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place from…
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10 May 2023
Congratulations to the shortlisted filmmakers for the NFVF Female Filmmaker Project #FemaleNext!
We are thrilled to announce these talented women who have impressed us with their creativity and vision, taking on the challenging theme of “The Multiverse” and presenting unique concepts that…
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1 May 2023
THE CALL FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT STIMULUS PROGRAM 4 (PESP4) FOCUSED ON THE AUDIO-VISUAL INDUSTRY, HAS BEEN EXTENDED.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce the opening of the call for the Presidential Employment Stimulus Program 4, also referred to as PESP4 by the…
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1 May 2023
THE CALL FOR NOMINATIONS OF INDIVIDUALS TO SERVE AS MEMBERS OF THE PRESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT STIMULUS PROGRAMME FOUR (PESP4) ADVISORY PANEL HAS BEEN EXTENDED.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, is seeking individuals to serve on the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) Advisory…
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25 April 2023
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Council calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, is seeking individuals to serve on the Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel in…
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25 April 2023
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Call for Marketing and Distribution Cycle 1 FY 2023/24 and Festival or Market Hosting Cycle 2 FY 2023/24 Is Open
The NFVF, an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has released the call for applicants to submit for: 1) Marketing and Distribution (Cycle 1 FY 2023/24) 2) …
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25 April 2023
Call for Public Screening Funding in Celebration of Women and Heritage Months
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture, is calling for public screening proposals in celebration of Women’s and Heritage Months.…
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21 April 2023
ANNECY STUDENT MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME
The National Film and Video Foundation invites final year animation students to submit character designs that are inspired by lead characters from any South African films. The purpose of this…
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18 April 2023
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place in June 2023
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for film festivals and markets attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place from…
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12 April 2023
THE CALL FOR NOMINATIONS OF INDIVIDUALS TO SERVE AS MEMBERS OF THE PRESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT STIMULUS PROGRAMME FOUR (PESP4) ADVISORY PANEL IS OPEN.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, is seeking individuals to serve on the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) Advisory…
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6 April 2023
THE CALL FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT STIMULUS PROGRAM 4 (PESP4) FOCUSED ON THE AUDIO-VISUAL INDUSTRY, IS OPEN.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce the opening of the call for the Presidential Employment Stimulus Program 4, also referred to as PESP4 by the…
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3 April 2023
CALL FOR ENTRIES: NFVF YOUTH FILMMAKER PROJECT
A year-long discovery, training and mentorship program of the brightest film writing and directing talent in the country. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), in partnership with the South…
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30 March 2023
CALL FOR ENTRIES EXTENDED: NFVF FEMALE FILMMAKER PROJECT
Empowering Underrepresented Voices in Film: The NFVF, Yellowbone Entertainment, and the SABC extend the deadline for the Female Filmmaker Project – 5 April 2023#FemaleNext Johannesburg, March 2023 – The National…
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16 March 2023
Call for the 17th South African Film & Television Awards (#SAFTAs17) Jury Chairpersons
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture and custodian of the SAFTAs extends a call to the South African film and…
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14 March 2023
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place from 17 April 2023 to 30 June 2023
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for film festivals and markets attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place from…
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3 March 2023
CALL FOR ENTRIES: NFVF FEMALE FILMMAKER PROJECT
Empowering Underrepresented Voices in Film: The NFVF, Yellowbone Entertainment, and the SABC Launch the Female Filmmaker Project #FemaleNext Johannesburg, March 2023 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), in partnership…
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3 March 2023
THE NFVF, YELLOWBONE ENTERTAINMENT, AND THE SABC LAUNCH CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR THE FEMALE FILMMAKER PROJECT
Calling all female filmmakers: Applications are now open for the NFVF’s ground-breaking project empowering underrepresented voices in the industry. Deadline 29 March 2023. #FemaleNext Johannesburg, March 2023 The National Film…
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2 March 2023
National Film and Video Foundation CEO, Makhosazana Khanyile, resignation
Thursday 2 March 2023, Johannesburg: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) today announced that Ms Makhosazana Khanyile has resigned as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to pursue other opportunities.…
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1 March 2023
Call for International Bursary Applications for Film & TV Postgraduate Studies
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, was mandated to ensure the equitable growth of the South African film and video…
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1 March 2023
NFVF CALL FOR SUBMISSION FOR TRAINING PROVIDER GRANT
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for training provider submissions is now open. This funding aims to award grants to accredited training…
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7 February 2023
Call for the 17th South African Film & Television Awards (#SAFTAs17) Jury
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture, the custodians of the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs), has released…
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3 February 2023
Call for entries are now open for the 17th South African Film & Television Awards – #SAFTAs17
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture, the custodians of the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs), has officially…
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21 January 2023
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for Cycle 1 funding applications for the 2023/2024 financial year is now open for the following…
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17 January 2023
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Call for Festival Hosting Cycle 1 FY 2023/24 Is Open.
The NFVF, an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has released the call for applicants to submit applications for festival hosting cycle 1 FY 2023/24.: Opening date…
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12 December 2022
Call for Documentary Project: “Language as resistance”
“The oppressed struggle in language to recover ourselves, to reconcile, to reunite, to renew. Our words are not without meaning, they are an action, a resistance. Language is also a…
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12 December 2022
Call for Documentary Project: “Environment and Belonging”
Africa is on the frontlines of the climate crisis but it’s not on the front pages of the world’s newspapers. Every activist who speaks out is telling a story about…
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9 December 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications for Production – Animation Short Films is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for Cycle 2 funding applications for the 2022/2023 financial year is now open for the following…
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9 December 2022
NFVF, Netflix & IPO collaborate to create safer sets in South Africa
Film & TV industry organisations introduce 6 trainees to participate in the free training of Intimacy Coordinators to enhance safety on local film and TV production sets. Johannesburg, 9 December…
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28 November 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation, powered by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture continues to bolster the industry by targeting 9000 jobs through the Presidential Employment Stimulus Package (PESP)
A national strategic investment program to support the audio-visual industry and drive job creation 28 November 2022, Johannesburg: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce…
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15 November 2022
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place from December 2022 to March 2023.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for film festivals and markets attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place from…
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4 October 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation Council calls for nominations of individuals to serve as members in the Advisory Panel for Production & Development: Non-English – Extension.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture that was mandated to spearhead the equitable growth of South Africa’s film…
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4 October 2022
Invitation to submit proposals for short documentary and narrative films: Shining a spotlight on unsung community heroes- Extension for applications excluding the Gauteng province.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) in collaboration with the Department of Sports Arts and Culture (DSAC) would like to invite ALL filmmakers to submit proposals for short documentary…
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28 September 2022
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place from November 2022 to March 2023.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for film festivals and markets attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place from…
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28 September 2022
JETS – The Film Initiative that takes you beyond Round 7.
Call for Entry 2022 Deadline: 31st October 2022 JETS stands for Junior Entertainment Talent Slate and unites 1st, 2nd and 3rd feature film filmmakers with South African, Norwegian, Irish, Canadian,…
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16 September 2022
CALL FOR THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION TRAINING PROVIDER GRANT.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for training provider grant is now open. This funding aims to award grant to accredited training…
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15 September 2022
Call for National Film Video Foundation (NFVF) Marketing and Distribution Cycle 3 FY 2022/23 is Open.
The NFVF, an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has released the call for applicants to submit for marketing and distribution (Cycle 3 FY 2022/23). Opening date…
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9 September 2022
Invitation to submit proposals for short documentary and narrative films: Shining a spotlight on unsung community heroes
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) in collaboration with the Department of Sports Arts and Culture (DSAC) would like to invite ALL filmmakers to submit proposals for short documentary…
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7 September 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation Council calls for nominations of individuals to serve as members in the Advisory Panel for Production & Development: Non-English.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture that was mandated to spearhead the equitable growth of South Africa’s film…
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6 September 2022
National Film and Video Foundation/Netherlands Film Fund: Thuthuka Co-Development Fund call.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and the Netherlands Film Fund (NFF) have established a Co-development scheme called Thuthuka. This scheme aims to support projects that are potentially of…
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30 August 2022
The 16th Annual SAFTAs Hosts Announced
Khutso Theledi, Ryle De Morny, Palesa Tembe, Smash Afrika & Candice Modiselle join Mpho Popps and Lasizwe to host a showstopper of an awards show! Johannesburg: 30 August 2022, The…
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16 August 2022
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: The film & TV industry organisations have joined forces to offer free training of Intimacy Coordinators to enhance safety on local film and TV production sets.
Johannesburg, 16 August 2022: Today, the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), the Independent Producers Organisation (IPO) and Netflix jointly announced a collaboration to introduce training for Intimacy Coordinators in…
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12 August 2022
SAFTAs16 open call for in memorial segment.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture and custodian of the SAFTAs is calling all South Africans in the film…
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3 August 2022
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place from 19 September 2022 to 31 October 2022.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for Film Festivals and Markets Attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place from19…
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1 August 2022
Call extension for Nominations of Individuals to Serve as Members of the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Three (PESP3) Advisory Panel.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, is extending the call for seeking individuals to serve on the Presidential Employment…
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1 August 2022
Public Voting Open for SAFTAs16 Best TV presenter and Most Popular TV Soap/Telenovela.
Johannesburg, 1 August 2022. It’s awards season and the eagerly anticipated South African Film & Television Awards (SAFTAs) nominations were announced on Thursday, 14 July 2022 across all its digital…
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28 July 2022
FAQ: The Presidential Employment Stimulus Package (PESP) is set to create jobs across the audiovisual sector #TogetherForTheArts.
What is the Presidential Employment Stimulus Package (PESP) for? A response to the effects of Covid-19 pandemic to the South African film industry proposed by the Department of Sports, Arts…
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19 July 2022
Invitation for South African film practitioners to participate as jury members for the 95th Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) for International Feature Film category.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture is officially recognized by the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences to…
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19 July 2022
Invitation for South African filmmakers to submit films for the 95th Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) International Feature Film category.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture, is extending a call to all South African producers to submit their films…
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14 July 2022
The 16th Annual SAFTAs Nominees Announced
Johannesburg: 14 July 2022, The well-awaited 16th Annual South African Film & Television Awards (SAFTAs) nominees launch kicked off online today with the announcement being broadcasted across all SAFTAs digital…
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4 July 2022
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place in September 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for Film Festivals and Markets Attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place in…
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29 June 2022
Call Extension for the next Presidential Employment Stimulus Program focused on the Audio-Visual Industry.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), has extended the call for the Presidential Employment Stimulus Program 3, also referred to as PESP3 by the Department of Sport, Arts and…
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24 June 2022
List of non-exhaustive crew titles that will be considered for funding.
Director Producer Line producer Production assistant Production managements Production manager Assistant production manager Unit manager Production coordinator First assistant director Second assistant director Accounting Production accountant Line Producer Location manager…
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24 June 2022
Call for Nominations of Individuals to Serve as Members of the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Three (PESP3) Advisory Panel .
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, is seeking individuals to serve on the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) Advisory…
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21 June 2022
Call for International Bursary Applications for Film & TV Postgraduate Studies
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, was mandated to ensure the equitable growth of the South African film and video…
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10 June 2022
Call for National Film Video Foundation (NFVF) Marketing and Distribution Cycle 2 FY 2022/23 and Festival Hosting Cycle 3 FY 2022/23 is Open
The NFVF, an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has released the call for applicants to submit for: 1) Marketing and Distribution (Cycle 2 FY 2022/23) 2) …
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9 June 2022
Entry Statistics and Award Ceremony Dates for the 16th South African Film & Television Awards released – #SAFTAs16
Johannesburg, 9 June 2022: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture, the custodians of the South African Film and Television…
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2 June 2022
Call for National Bursary Applications for Film & Television Studies
The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and development of the SA film and video industry. The NFVF’s bursary programme…
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26 May 2022
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place from 18 July to 31 August 2022.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for Film Festivals and Markets Attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place from…
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25 May 2022
CALL FOR 7th BRICS FILM FESTIVAL FEATURE FILM SUBMISSION.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) invites South African filmmakers to submit feature fiction films to screen at the BRICS Film Festival…
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21 May 2022
The Republic of South Africa and the French Republic Sign Updated Audio-visual Treaty to Support Feature Films, Television, and Digital Productions
The Republic of South Africa and the French Republic Sign Updated Audio-visual Treaty to Support Feature Films, Television, and Digital Productions Cannes, 21 May 2022: The National Film and Video…
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19 May 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation Council calls for nominations of individuals to serve as members in the Advisory Panel for Education & Training Panels of the National Film and Video Foundation in Accordance with the NFVF Act, 73 of 1997.
The Advisory Panel members will fulfil the statutory role to advise the Council on the merits of Applications for Grants and on any matter relating to the South African Film/Television…
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11 May 2022
16th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) open the call for Discretionary Award Nominations
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture and custodian of the SAFTAs extends a call to the South African film…
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25 April 2022
Call for NFVF funding applications to attend Film Festivals and Markets taking place from
6 June to 31 July 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for Film Festivals and Markets Attendance is now open for festivals or markets taking place from…
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7 April 2022
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Call for Marketing and Distribution Cycle 1 FY 2022/23 and Festival Hosting Cycle 2 FY 2022/23 Is Open
The NFVF, an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has released the call for applicants to submit for: 1) Marketing and Distribution (Cycle 1 FY 2022/23) 2) Festival Hosting…
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4 April 2022
Call for Public Screening funding in celebration of the youth month
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is calling for public screening proposals in celebration of the Youth Month. The…
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17 February 2022
CALL FOR INTEREST – New Zealand-South Africa Virtual Summit for Animation Companies
CALL FOR INTEREST – New Zealand-South Africa Virtual Summit for Animation Companies SAST: 09:30-11:00, Wednesday 23 March 2022 NZDT: 20:30-22:00, Wednesday 23 March 2022 Deadline for expressions of interest: SAST/NZDT:…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF call for funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place from August 2021
The NFVF call for funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place from August 2021 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for…
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30 June 2021
Call for Proposals: Youth Filmmaker Project Facilitating Company
Call for Proposals: Youth Filmmaker Project Facilitating Company The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) would like to invite Tier 2 production companies to submit an application to facilitate the…
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30 June 2021
Call for proposals: Female Filmmaker Project Facilitating Company
Call for proposals: Female Filmmaker Project Facilitating Company The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) would like to invite Tier 2 production companies to submit an application to facilitate the…
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30 June 2021
Trainers: Gender Sensitivity Training
Call for Trainers: Gender Sensitivity Training BACKGROUND: In Southern Africa, gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF), which disproportionately affects women and girls, is among the most severe and widespread human rights…
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30 June 2021
Call for international bursary applications for film & tv postgraduate studies
CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POSTGRADUATE STUDIES The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, was mandated to…
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30 June 2021
Call for national bursary applications for film & television studies
CALL FOR NATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TELEVISION STUDIES The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and development of…
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30 June 2021
Annecy international animation film festival student online mentorship programme
Annecy international animation film festival student online mentorship programme BACKGROUND The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce a student mentorship programme, in association with the Annecy International Animation Film Festival…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF Call for Funding Applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place from June 2021
The NFVF Call for Funding Applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place from June 2021. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for…
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30 June 2021
NFVF call for submission for audio-visual industry specialists to conduct monitoring and evaluation on all approved PESP projects
NFVF CALL FOR SUBMISSION FOR AUDIO-VISUAL INDUSTRY SPECIALISTS TO CONDUCT MONITORING AND EVALUATION ON ALL APPROVED PRESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT STIMULUS PROGRAMME (PESP) PROJECTS The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF call for Production and Development cycle 1 funding applications is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Production and Development cycle 1 funding applications is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for…
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30 June 2021
NFVF CALL FOR SUBMISSION FOR TRAINING PROVIDER GRANT
NFVF CALL FOR SUBMISSION FOR TRAINING PROVIDER GRANT The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the call for training provider submissions is now open. This…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF Call for Funding Applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place from May to July 2021.
The NFVF Call for Funding Applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place from May to July 2021. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF Council calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel
Re-advertisement: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Council calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel The National Film and…
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30 June 2021
Invitation to submit proposals for the NFVF/Netflix Micro Budget Films Project.
Invitation…
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30 June 2021
Tiktok launches incubator to upskill black South African creators & drive inclusivity
Tiktok launches incubator to upskill black south african creators & drive inclusivity NFVF continues to support the equitable growth of local content through TikTok Rising…
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30 June 2021
NFVF And Netflix Sign Partnership To Fund Local Filmmakers
For Immediate Release NFVF And Netflix Sign Partnership To Fund Local…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF calls for nominations of individuals to serve as members in the Advisory Panel for Production & Development
The National Film and Video Foundation Council calls for nominations of individuals to serve as members in the Advisory Panel for Production & Development The National Film and Video…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in April and May are open
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in April and May are open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce that the…
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30 June 2021
Call for Documentary Project: Life and Legacy of the Lion of The Midlands, Harry Themba Gwala has been extended
Call for Documentary Project: Life and Legacy of the Lion of The Midlands, Harry Themba Gwala has been extended The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), would like to extend the invitation for TIER…
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30 June 2021
SAFTAs open the call for Discretionary Award Nominations
15TH ANNUAL SOUTH AFRICAN FILM AND TELEVISION AWARDS (SAFTAS) OPEN THE CALL FOR…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF announce successful Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme applicants
The NFVF announce successful Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme applicants A big congratulations to the PESP stream 2,3 and 4 approved applicants The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), tasked by the Department of…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place before March 2021 are open
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place before March 2021 are open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place before March 2021 are open
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place before March 2021 are open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF call for Marketing and Distribution and Festival Hosting is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), call for Marketing and Distribution and Festival Hosting is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department…
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30 June 2021
Call for Documentary Project: Life and Legacy of the Lion of The Midlands, Harry Themba Gwala
Call for Documentary Project: Life and Legacy of the Lion of The Midlands, Harry Themba Gwala The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), would like to invite TIER 1 and 2 filmmakers ONLY, to submit proposals…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in January 2021 are open
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in January 2021 are open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF call for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Council calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel The National Film and Video Foundation…
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30 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Advisory Panel
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme Advisory Panel The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF),…
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30 June 2021
The call for the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme focused on the Audio-Visual Industry, has been extended
The call for the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme focused on the Audio-Visual Industry, has been extended The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call…
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30 June 2021
15th Annual SAFTAs is getting ready to celebrate SA’s film industry in 2021
15th Annual SAFTAs is getting ready to celebrate SA’s film industry in 2021 Despite a challenging year, the 15th Annual SAFTA submissions are now open – our committee is excited…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in December 2020 has been extended
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in December 2020 has been extended The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the…
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30 June 2021
The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) FAQ’s
The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) FAQs The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) aims to stimulate employment creation and job retention across sectors in the South African economy, including the audio-visual sector #TogetherForTheArts …
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30 June 2021
NAC Call for applications for the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme
NAC CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR THE PRESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT STIMULUS PROGRAMME: The Presidency has made a special employment stimulus programme available to the sector to disburse via the National Arts Council…
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30 June 2021
The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) is set to create jobs across the audiovisual sector
The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) is set to create jobs across the audiovisual sector #TogetherForTheArts 30 October 2019, Johannesburg: Announced in April of this year by the President of the Republic,…
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30 June 2021
The call for the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme focused on the Audio-Visual Industry, is open.
The call for the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme focused on the Audio-Visual Industry, is open. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for…
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30 June 2021
OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS, SPORT AND RECREATION PROFESSIONS TO APPLY FOR A SHARE OF THE PRESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT STIMULUS PROGRAMME (PESP) IN AN EFFORT TO RETAIN AND CREATE JOBS IN THE SPORT, ARTS AND CULTURE SECTORS
Media Statement 30 October 2020 OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS, SPORT AND RECREATION PROFESSIONS TO APPLY FOR A SHARE OF THE PRESIDENTIAL EMPLOYMENT STIMULUS PROGRAMME (PESP) IN AN EFFORT TO RETAIN AND…
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30 June 2021
Tender RFT 05 2019-2020 Audience research
Tender RFT 05 2019-2020 Audience research The NFVF has released a tender for the appointment of a service provider to conduct South African audience research in the audio visual sector…
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30 June 2021
JETS – The Film Initiative that takes you beyond Call for entry
JETS – The Film Initiative that takes you beyond Round 5 Call for Entry 2020 Deadline: 10th December 2020 To download the call, click here JETS stands for Junior Entertainment Talent…
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30 June 2021
Directors for Youth Filmmaker Project: Call out 2020/2021
DIRECTORS FOR YOUTH FILMMAKER PROJECT: CALLOUT 2020/2021 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture that was created to ensure…
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30 June 2021
Call for Documentary Project: Life and Times of Solomon Thekiso Plaatjie
Call for Documentary Project: Life and Times of Solomon Thekiso Plaatjie The National Film and Video Foundation, an agency of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, invites all eligible…
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30 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in November 2020 has been extended
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in November 2020 has been extended The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the…
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30 June 2021
Short list nomination of candidates to serve as members on the NFVF council
SUBMISSION OF THE SHORT LIST OF NAMES FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CANDIDATES TO SERVE ON THE COUNCIL OF THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION 2020 The Minister of Sport, Arts…
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30 June 2021
Call for medium-length documentary films
Call for medium-length documentary films The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for a collection of medium length documentary films on the…
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29 June 2021
Canada-South Africa Co-Development Incentive for Television Projects 2020
CANADA-SOUTH AFRICA CO- DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE FOR TELEVISION PROJECTS GUIDELINES 2020 Guidelines for Canada-South Africa Co-Development Incentive for Television Projects 2020 These Guidelines are divided into seven Sections as follows: Introduction Project Eligibility…
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29 June 2021
Invitation for South African filmmakers to submit films for the 93rd Oscars International Feature Film category
Invitation for South African filmmakers to submit films for the 93rd Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) International Feature Film category The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports,…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in October 2020 are open
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in October 2020 are open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call…
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29 June 2021
Vacancy: Partnerships & Distribution Manager
VACANCIES Position: Partnerships & Distribution Manager Reporting to: Head of Operations Job Ref: RECR/PDM001 The Partnerships and Distribution Manager role requires a marketing professional specialized in implementing and developing…
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29 June 2021
Vacancy: Appointment of members to serve on the audit and risk committee
VACANCY Appointment of members to serve on the audit and risk committee Applications are hereby invited from interested and suitably qualified persons to serve on the Audit and Risk…
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29 June 2021
Vacancy: Independent Executive Producer – South African Film & Television Awards
VACANCY Position : Independent Executive Producer – South African Film & Television Awards (SAFTAs) Reporting to : Chief Executive Officer Duration : 6-12 Month Contract Job Ref : RECR/EP 001 The…
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29 June 2021
Call for applications for the NFVF virtual classes
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR NFVF VIRTUAL CLASSES The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture invites all filmmakers to apply…
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29 June 2021
NFVF Cycle 1 2020/21 funding approvals
THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION (NFVF) RELEASES CYCLE 1 2020/21 FUNDING APPROVALS. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce the following funding approvals for funding…
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29 June 2021
NFVF COVID-19 RELIEF FUND
NFVF COVID-19 RELIEF FUND The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture that was created to ensure the equitable…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF call for development and production funding applications is open.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for development and production funding applications is open. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in August and September 2020 are open
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in August and September 2020 are open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that…
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29 June 2021
NFVF Call for SEDIBA Programme facilitate
THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION (NFVF) CALL FOR SEDIBA PROGRAMME FACILITATORS INTRODUCTION The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts…
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29 June 2021
Invitation for SA film practitioners to participate as jury members for the 93rd Oscars: International Feature Film category
Invitation for South African film practitioners to participate as jury members for the 93rd Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) for International Feature Film category The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency…
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29 June 2021
SHORT FICTION FILM TO SCREEN AT FESTIVAL IN THE US
SHORT FICTION FILM TO SCREEN AT FESTIVAL IN THE US The Divergence Film Foundation non-profit company and Green Leaf Films (Pty) Ltd is pleased to announce that ADDRESS UNKNOWN, the…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation Call for Drive-In proposal submissions
The National Film and Video Foundation Call for Drive-In proposal submissions The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture that was created…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF extends condolences to the family, friends and fans of SAFTAs award-winning actress, Mary Twala
The NFVF extends condolences to the family, friends and fans of SAFTAs award-winning actress, Mary Twala The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports,…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF Council calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Marketing & Distribution Advisory Panel
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Council calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel The National Film and Video Foundation…
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29 June 2021
First ever online youth film festival
PRESS RELEASE 29 JUNE 2020 First ever online youth film festival For immediate release FILM INDUSTRY BODIES ANNOUNCE THE FIRST-EVER SOUTH AFRICAN ONLINE FILM FESTIVAL CURATED FOR THE YOUTH. The…
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29 June 2021
Applications open for Film London Production Finance Market
Press release For immediate release: 8 June 2020 JAMES SCHAMUS TO JOIN FILM LONDON’S PRODUCTION FINANCE MARKET FOR LIVE INTERVIEW AND Q&A Applications open for Film London Production Finance Market…
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29 June 2021
Celebrating the youth of SA: Youth Power Online Audio-Visual Series
Celebrating the youth of SA: Youth Power Online Audio-Visual Series June month in South Africa is dedicated to the youth of 1976, who stood up against the Apartheid government and…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation COVID-19 funding evaluations still underway
On Friday 27 March 2020, the NFVF released a funding call to support business continuity in the film industry during the COVID-19 lockdown. However, due to the volume of the…
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29 June 2021
Invitation to submit proposals for the youth filmmaker project: 2020/2021
INVITATION TO SUBMIT PROPOSALS FOR THE YOUTH FILMMAKER PROJECT: 2020/2021 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture that was…
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29 June 2021
NFVF Call for Submission for Training Provider Grant
NFVF Call for Submission for Training Provider Grant The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for training provider submissions is now open. The purpose…
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29 June 2021
Call for International Bursary Applications for Film & TV Postgraduate Studies
Call for International Bursary Applications for Film & TV Postgraduate Studies The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, was mandated…
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29 June 2021
Call for National Bursary Applications for Film & Television Studies
Call for National Bursary Applications for Film & Television Studies The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and development of…
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29 June 2021
Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Market Student Online Mentorship Programme
ANNECY INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION FILM FESTIVAL STUDENT ONLINE MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME BACKGROUND: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce a student mentorship programme, in association with the Annecy International Animation…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend virtual markets and festivals taking place in June 2020 have been extended.
The NFVF funding applications to attend virtual markets and festivals taking place in June 2020 have been extended. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the…
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29 June 2021
NFVF funding application to attend virtual markets and festivals taking place in June 2020 is open.
The NFVF funding applications to attend virtual markets and festivals taking place in June 2020 are open. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call…
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29 June 2021
SAFTAs14 Winners to be announced
SAFTAs14 Winners to be announced Social distancing style – #LoveSATalent Johannesburg, 25 April 2020: On the 16th of March the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) announced the cancellation of…
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29 June 2021
Urgent notice to all producers, not just IPO members, awaiting Rebate and EMIA payments from the DTI.
Urgent notice to all producers, not just IPO members, awaiting Rebate and EMIA payments from the DTI. Attempt to unlock outstanding payments The DTI is on lockdown with just a…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is extended
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is extended The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for cycle 1…
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29 June 2021
Call to submit proposals for the Female Filmmaker Project has been extended
Call to submit proposals for the Female Filmmaker Project has been extended The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture that was created to ensure…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF to offer immediate relief to film practitioners amid COVID-19 lockdown
The NFVF to offer immediate relief to film practitioners amid COVID-19 lockdown South Africa’s local film and television industry has been severely impacted by Covid-19 and a number of…
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29 June 2021
Department of Sport, Arts and Culture: Sector relief framework and criteria
MINISTRY: SPORT, ARTS AND CULTURE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA 202 Madiba Street and Paul Kruger, Sechaba House, PRETORIA, 0001, Tel: (+27 12) 441 3000 Private Bag X9137, Cape town, 8000,…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF call for funding applications is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for cycle 1…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF call for funding applications for Festival Hosting and Marketing and Distribution is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), would like to commend the industry for the good quality…
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29 June 2021
5th BRICS Film Festival – Call for submissions
5th BRICS FILM FESTIVAL – CALL FOR FILM SUBMISSION The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture (DSAC) invites South African filmmakers to submit feature…
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29 June 2021
SAFTAs 14 update
SAFTAs14 Update 16 March 2020 In light of the announcement made by President Ramaphosa and the Government’s strict actions in response to the COVID19 (“Coronavirus”) outbreak, the National Film and…
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29 June 2021
Submission of the longlist for public comments on nominations of candidates to serve on the council of the National Film and Video Foundation
SUBMISSION OF THE LONGLIST FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NOMINATIONS OF CANDIDATES TO SERVE ON THE COUNCIL OF THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION The Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture,…
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29 June 2021
Invitation to submit proposals for the Female Filmmaker Project
Invitation to submit proposals for the Female Filmmaker Project The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture that was created to ensure the equitable growth…
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29 June 2021
Call for International Bursary Applications for Film & TV Postgraduate Studies
CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POSTGRADUATE STUDIES The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture, was mandated…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in May 2020 are open
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in May 2020 are open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for…
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29 June 2021
Call for Nomination for NFVF Council 2020
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29 June 2021
SAFTAs 14 open the call for “IN MEMORIAM”
14th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) open the call for “IN MEMORIAM” The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in April 2020 are open
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in April 2020 are open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call…
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29 June 2021
Call for the South African Film And Television Awards (SAFTA’s) Skills Transfer Programme
CALL FOR THE SOUTH AFRICAN FILM AND TELEVISION AWARDS (SAFTA’s) SKILLS TRANSFER PROGRAMME The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture invites…
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29 June 2021
14th Annual South African Film & Television Awards Returns to Joburg
14th Annual South African Film & Television Awards Returns to Joburg Johannesburg, 23 January 2019: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) today officially announced that the SAFTAs (South African Film and…
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29 June 2021
14th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) open the call for Discretionary Award Nominations
14th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) open the call for Discretionary Award Nominations The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts, and…
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29 June 2021
UNESCO project for African women filmmakers call
Brochure Application form #Supporting young women filmmakers in Africa! Call for applications Film and artist-in-residence, Nara Japan 28 March- 12 April 2020 Submission deadline: 10 January 2020 Under the guidance…
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29 June 2021
NFVF Congratulates Approved 2019/20 Bursary Students
NFVF Congratulates Q3 Approved Bursary Students 18 December 2019. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) would like to congratulate the approved 2019/2020 bursary beneficiaries. The NFVF is committed to…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), would like to commend the industry for the good quality of…
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29 June 2021
Blue Ice Pictures, Blue Ice Africa and The National Film and Video Foundation Mentorship Programme call for submissions
Blue Ice Pictures, Blue Ice Africa and The National Film and Video Foundation Mentorship Programme call for submissions Blue Ice Pictures and Blue Ice Africa in partnership with The National Film and…
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29 June 2021
Canada and South Africa renew codevelopment incentive now open
Canada and South Africa renew codevelopment incentive now open November 2019 – For the third year in a row, the Canada Media Fund (CMF) and the National Film and Video…
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29 June 2021
Call to participate in the NFVF’s Skills Transfer Programme
CALL TO PARTICIPATE IN THE NFVF’S SKILLS TRANSFER PROGRAMME The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture invites Gauteng Province or…
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29 June 2021
Call for NFVF Documentary Slate Proposals 2020
INVITATION TO SUBMIT DOCUMENTARY SLATE PROPOSALS 2020 The National Film and Video Foundation (herein referred to as NFVF) is a statutory body set up by government to grow and…
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29 June 2021
Call for Sediba International Financing Programme
SEDIBA INTERNATIONAL FINANCING PROGRAMME FOR PRODUCERS The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts, Culture and Recreation that was created to ensure…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF calls for nominations of individuals to serve as additional members of the advisory panel for Education & Training
THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION CALLS FOR NOMINATIONS OF INDIVIDUALS TO SERVE AS ADDITIONAL MEMBERS OF THE ADVISORY PANEL FOR EDUCATION & TRAINING The National Film and Video Foundation…
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29 June 2021
Call for entries are now open for SAFTAs 14
Call for entries are now open for SAFTAs 14 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture, the custodians of…
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29 June 2021
Vacancy: Audit Committee Member
VACANCY Position: Audit Committee Member Applications are hereby invited from interested and suitably qualified persons to serve on the Audit Committee of the National Film and Video Foundation in terms…
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29 June 2021
Junior Entertainment Talent Slate call for entry
Junior Entertainment Talent Slate (JETS) call for entry. The Junior Entertainment Talent Slate Co-Production Initiative organised by WEP Productions & WEP UK Productions, funded and supported by the NFVF, Telefilm Canada, Nord…
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29 June 2021
SAFTA’s call for Overall Judging Chairpersons Nominations
SAFTA’s call for Overall Judging Chairpersons Nominations The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture and custodian of the South African…
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29 June 2021
South Africa selects ‘Knuckle City’ for the 92nd Academy Awards – Best International Feature Film Category.
Media Release South Africa selects ‘Knuckle City’ for the 92nd Academy Awards – Best International Feature Film Category. 10 September 2019. Jahmil XT Qubeka’s Mdantsane-based film, ‘Knuckle City’ is this year’s South…
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29 June 2021
Vacancy: Environment, Health & Safety Officer
VACANCY Position: Environment, Health & Safety Officer Duration: 5-month contract (based on the project period) Remuneration: Market Related Reporting to: Project Manager Location: Eastern Cape Local Content Hub, 33 Church Street, Quigney,…
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29 June 2021
Call to participate in the NFVF’s Skills Transfer Programme
CALL TO PARTICIPATE IN THE NFVF’S SKILLS TRANSFER PROGRAMME The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture (DSAC), invites Gauteng based,…
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29 June 2021
Vacancy: Chief Financial Officer
VACANCY Position: Chief Financial Officer Duration: 5 year fixed term contract Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer Job Ref: RECR/CFO 001 The Chief Financial Officer will develop and oversee the implementation…
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29 June 2021
NFVF call for funding applications is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for cycle 2…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF invites directors to apply for the Youth Filmmaker Project
THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION INVITES DIRECTORS TO APPLY FOR THE YOUTH FILMMAKER PROJECT: CALLOUT 2019/2020 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) an agency of the Department of Sports,…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in November 2019 are open
The NFVF funding applications to attend Markets and Festivals taking place in November 2019 are open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for…
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29 June 2021
Invitation for South African filmmakers to submit films for the Oscars International Feature Film category
Invitation for South African filmmakers to submit films for the 92nd Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) International Feature Film category The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Sports,…
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29 June 2021
Oliver Hermanus’ new film “Moffie” invited to Premiere at Venice International Film Festival
OLIVER HERMANUS’ NEW FILM “MOFFIE” INVITED TO PREMIERE AT VENICE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Oliver Hermanus and Portobello Productions are delighted to confirm that their new film, MOFFIE, will have its…
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29 June 2021
Student Mentor Volunteer Programme At The 40th Durban International Film Festival
Student Mentor Volunteer Programme At The 40th Durban International Film Festival The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture that was created…
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29 June 2021
Call for submissions: IDFA’s markets
Call for submissions: IDFA’s markets IDFA is now accepting submissions for IDFA Forum and Docs for Sale! Read more about the two film markets and how to submit below.…
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29 June 2021
Invitation to submit proposals for the Youth Filmmaker Project 2019/20 has been extended
INVITATION TO SUBMIT PROPOSALS FOR THE YOUTH FILMMAKER PROJECT 2019/20 HAS BEEN EXTENDED The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture…
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29 June 2021
Invitation to submit proposals for the Youth Filmmaker Project 2019/20
INVITATION TO SUBMIT PROPOSALS FOR THE YOUTH FILMMAKER PROJECT 2019/20 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture that was created…
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29 June 2021
he National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for cycle 2…
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29 June 2021
French and South African partners collaborate to support South African animation industry
French and South African partners collaborate to support South African animation industry Annecy International Animation Film Festival – 10 to 15 June 2019 South African startup innovation hub, the Tshimologong Digital…
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29 June 2021
Partnerships strengthen the growth of South African animation industry at Annecy
Partnerships strengthen the growth of South African animation industry at Annecy 10 June 2019, Johannesburg: The NFVF in partnership with Animation South Africa, Department of Trade and Industry, KwaZulu-Natal…
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29 June 2021
NFVF cycle 1 FY 2019/20 Funding Approvals.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) releases cycle 1 funding approvals. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce the following funding approvals for funding cycle 1. APPROVED…
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29 June 2021
4th BRICS Film Festival – Call For Film Submission
4th BRICS FILM FESTIVAL – CALL FOR FILM SUBMISSION The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and the Department of Arts and Culture (DAC) invites South African filmmakers to submit their films in…
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29 June 2021
Call for National Bursary Applications for Film & Television Studies
Call for National Bursary Applications for Film & Television Studies The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and development of…
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29 June 2021
NFVF submission call for training provider grant
NFVF CALL FOR SUBMISSION FOR TRAINING PROVIDER GRANT The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for training provider submissions is now open. The aim of…
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29 June 2021
3rd ANNUAL SPEED DATING SESSION at the 2019 Durban Film Mart
3rd ANNUAL SPEED DATING SESSION AT THE 2019 DURBAN FILM MART The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) invites all eligible filmmakers to submit proposals for the 3rd Annual Speed…
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29 June 2021
EMERGING BLACK FILMMAKERS TRANSFORMATION FUND CALL FOR SUBMISSION
EMERGING BLACK FILMMAKERS TRANSFORMATION FUND CALL FOR SUBMISSION The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) invites emerging black filmmakers to submit proposals for consideration…
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29 June 2021
Annecy Student Mentorship Programme
ANNECY STUDENT MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME The NFVF invites final year animation students to submit character designs that are inspired by lead characters from any South African films. The purpose of this…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF calls for applications for a training service provider.
The National Film and Video Foundation calls for applications for a training service provider The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that applications for a Training Service Provider…
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29 June 2021
Zanzibar Student Mentorship Programme
ZANZIBAR STUDENT MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture that was created to ensure the equitable growth of South…
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29 June 2021
NFVF internship programme call
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29 June 2021
APPROVED PROJECTS – CYCLE 3 – FY 2018/19
APPROVED PROJECTS – CYCLE 3 – FY 2018/19 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce the following funding approvals for funding cycle 3. NON-FICTION PROJECTS DEVELOPMENT – DOCUMENTARIES…
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29 June 2021
NFVF call for cycle 1 funding applications for the 2019/20 are open
THE CALL FOR CYCLE 1 FUNDING APPLICATIONS IS OPEN The National Film and Video Foundation, an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture is pleased to announce that the…
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29 June 2021
Cannes International Film Festival – Call for project submissions to the NFVF
Cannes International Film Festival – Call for project submissions to the NFVF The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, that was…
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29 June 2021
ALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POSTGRADUATE STUDIES
CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POSTGRADUATE STUDIES The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, was mandated…
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29 June 2021
Holding Statement: Best Documentary Short
Holding Statement RE: Best Documentary Short The NFVF is an organisation committed to governance, due process and the highest standards of ethical conduct. We are aware of the current dispute…
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29 June 2021
South African Films Set to Take Centre Stage at the 50th Anniversary Symposium of FESPACO in Burkina Faso.
SOUTH AFRICAN FILMS SET TO TAKE CENTRE STAGE AT THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY SYMPOSIUM OF FESPACO IN BURKINA FASO. 27 February 2019. The Pan-African Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO)…
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29 June 2021
THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION (NFVF) CALL FOR FESTIVAL HOSTING AND MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION FUNDING APPLICATIONS IS OPEN
THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION (NFVF) CALL FOR FESTIVAL HOSTING AND MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION FUNDING APPLICATIONS IS OPEN The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce…
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29 June 2021
Pearl Modiadie and Thomas Msengana to host SAFTA 13
Announcement Pearl Modiadie and Thomas Msengana to host SAFTA 13 The National Film and Television Foundation (NFVF) is proud to announce that the 13th Annual South African Film and Television…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF brings you the 2nd edition of “The Road to Annecy” pitching session at CTIAF
NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION BRINGS YOU THE 2nd EDITION OF “THE ROAD TO ANNECY” PITCHING SESSION AT CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION FESTIVAL BACKGROUND The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF)…
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29 June 2021
Constitution Hill Call for Proposals
Constitution Hill Call for Proposals Poets/Writers /Artists/Film Makers /Publishers/ Authors— 2019 Constitution Hill Human Rights Festival Constitution Hill will be hosting its 2nd Annual Human Rights Festival 21-24 March 2019, under…
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29 June 2021
Invitation to submit proposals for the Female Filmmaker Project
Invitation to submit proposals for the Female Filmmaker Project The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture that was created to ensure the equitable growth…
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29 June 2021
SAFTAs 13 Nominees list
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SAFTAs 13 NOMINEES! The 13th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs 13) would like to congratulate the trailblazers who were announced at the nominee’s announcement on…
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29 June 2021
SAFTAs 13 in memoriam call
SAFTAs 13 IN MEMORIAM CALL The 13th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs 13), request for the submission of members in the South African film and television industry,…
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29 June 2021
The Business of African Film & Content at Pavillon Afriques, Cannes Film Festival 2019
The Business of African Film & Content at Pavillon Afriques, Cannes Film Festival 2019 Something intriguing is brewing this year at the Cannes Film Festival, close to the flashes of…
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29 June 2021
Film Summit Programme
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29 June 2021
Invitation to submit Documentary Proposals for The Next 25 Years of Democracy 2019
The National Film and Video Foundation Invitation to submit Documentary Proposals for The Next 25 Years of Democracy The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department…
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29 June 2021
Invitation to submit proposals for the Fiction Slate
The National Film and Video Foundations invitation to submit proposals for the Fiction Slate The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and…
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29 June 2021
13th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs 13) update
13th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs 13) update The 13th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs), managed under the custodianship of the National Film and Video Foundation…
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29 June 2021
13th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) call for Discretionary Award Nominations
13th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) call for Discretionary Award Nominations The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture and…
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29 June 2021
NFVF funding approvals for cycle 2 of the 2018/19
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29 June 2021
Invitation for applications to serve on the audit committee of the NFVF
Invitation for applications to serve on the audit committee of the NFVF Audit Committees of the National Film and Video Foundation in terms of Section 76 and 77 of the…
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29 June 2021
The Tokoloshe takes a bow in Sweden and Belgium
THE TOKOLOSHE TAKES A BOW IN SWEDEN AND BELGIUM Global horror fans have fallen for ‘The Tokoloshe’, the new film directed by Jerome Pikwane and starting Petronella Tshuma (Rhythm City,…
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29 June 2021
Call for SEDIBA programme facilitators/mentor
Call for SEDIBA programme facilitators/mentor INTRODUCTION: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture that was created to ensure the equitable…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF’s participation at the Cape Town International Film Market and Festival (CTIFMF)
The NFVF’s participation at the Cape Town International Film Market and Festival (CTIFMF) The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture will…
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29 June 2021
SAFTAs 13 call for entries closing date extension
SAFTAs 13 call for entries closing date extension The closing date for the 13th annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs 13) call for entries has been extended to…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF extends condolences to the family, friends and fans of SAFTAs award-winning actress, Shoki Mokgapa
The NFVF extends condolences to the family, friends and fans of SAFTAs award-winning actress, Shoki Mokgapa The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of…
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29 June 2021
A CALL TO PARTICIPATE AT THE NFVF’S SKILLS TRANSFER PROGRAMME
A CALL TO PARTICIPATE AT THE NFVF’S SKILLS TRANSFER PROGRAMME Background: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, is awarding three…
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29 June 2021
South Africa’s official selection to the 91st Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) Best Foreign Language Film
South Africa’s official selection to the 91st Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) Best Foreign Language Film The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture…
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29 June 2021
National Film and Video Foundation Video on Demand – Call for completed project submissions and trailers
National Film and Video Foundation Video on Demand – Call for completed project submissions and trailers The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) has created a Video on Demand…
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29 June 2021
South Africa signs Co-Production treaty MOU with Brazil
Press Release For Immediate Release South Africa signs Co-Production treaty MOU with Brazil The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture that…
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29 June 2021
SAFTAs 13 Call for entries are now open!
SAFTAs 13 Call for entries are now open! #SAFTAS13 As part of honouring, celebrating and rewarding talent, the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) an agency of the Department of Arts and…
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29 June 2021
Paranormal thriller ‘The Tokoloshe’ to screen at first-ever Comic Con Africa (14 to 16 September)
Paranormal thriller ‘The Tokoloshe’ to screen at first-ever Comic Con Africa (14 to 16 September) Supernatural thriller The Tokoloshe, directed by Jerome Pikwane and starring Petronella Tshuma, will screen at the first-ever Comic Con Africa,…
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29 June 2021
The Africa Hub makes its debut at the Toronto International Film Festival (tiff)
Press Release For Immediate Release The Africa Hub makes its debut at the Toronto International Film Festival (tiff) The Africa Hub was conceptualised by national film funding bodies from South Africa, Nigeria…
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29 June 2021
Emerging Black Filmmakers Transformation Fund (EBFTF) Call for submission
EMERGING BLACK FILMMAKERS TRANSFORMATION FUND CALL FOR SUBMISSION The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) are inviting emerging black filmmakers to submit proposals for consideration…
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29 June 2021
Call for cycle 2 funding applications for the 2018/19 financial year
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for funding applications is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for cycle 2…
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29 June 2021
The Emerging Black Filmmakers Transformation Fund (EBFTF) Partnership Renewal
Press Release For Immediate Release The Emerging Black Filmmakers Transformation Fund (EBFTF) Partnership Renewal The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture,…
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29 June 2021
Vacancy: Temp: Finance Manager
VACANCY Temp: Finance Manager Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer To provide accurate financial information and manage financial systems in accordance with generally recognized accounting practices (GRAP). Qualification & Experience: Degree in…
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29 June 2021
CALL FOR FILMS – FESPACO 2019
PAN-AFRICAN FILM & TV FESTIVAL OUAGADOUGOU (FESPACO) CALL FOR FILMS – FESPACO 2019 Professionals of the film and audio-visual industry are kindly informed that registration for the selection of films as part of the…
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29 June 2021
Canada and South Africa co-development incentive now open
Canada and South Africa co-development incentive now open The Canada Media Fund (CMF) and the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture of the Republic of…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) ignites the film industry in the Eastern Cape
Press Release For Immediate Release The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) ignites the film industry in the Eastern Cape The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of…
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29 June 2021
Guidelines for Canada-South Africa Co-Development Incentive for Television Projects 2018
Guidelines for Canada-South Africa Co-Development Incentive for Television Projects…
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29 June 2021
Participate in an Outward Film Investment Mission to Los Angeles

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29 June 2021
Canada and South Africa renew co-development incentive
Canada and South Africa renew co-development incentive Toronto, July 20, 2018 – The Canada Media Fund (CMF) and the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department…
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29 June 2021
The NFVF participates at the Annual Durban International Film Festival (19 – 29 July 2018)
Press Release For Immediate Release The National Film and Video Foundation participates at the Annual Durban International Film Festival (19 – 29 July 2018) The National Film and Video…
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29 June 2021
NFVF supports Nature, Environment, and Wildlife Filmmakers Congress
NFVF supports Nature, Environment, and Wildlife Filmmakers Congress The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture that was created to ensure…
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29 June 2021
The 3rd BRICS Film Festival is set to kick off this July (22 – 27 July 2018) in Durban
The 3rd BRICS Film Festival is set to kick off this July (22 – 27 July 2018) in Durban South Africa has assumed the BRICS rotational chairpersonship for 2018, succeeding the…
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29 June 2021
NFVF statement on The Number
NFVF statement on The Number The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture that was created to ensure the equitable growth…
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29 June 2021
NFVF Volunteer student mentor programme
NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION – VOLUNTEER STUDENT MENTOR PROGRAMME The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and development of the SA…
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29 June 2021
Call for the 91st Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) Foreign Language Film Category is open
Call for the 91st Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) Foreign Language Film Category is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, is…
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29 June 2021
Invitation To Submit Proposals Animation Training for High School Learners NFVF AT 001/2018
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29 June 2021
The NFVF invites interested applicants who meet the criteria to apply for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) vacancy
The NFVF invites interested applicants who meet the criteria to apply for the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) vacancy The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the…
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29 June 2021
NFVF Igniting Youth Stories at Ster-Kinekor, Newtown Junction 30 June and 1 July 2018.
NFVF Igniting Youth Stories at Ster-Kinekor, Newtown Junction 30 June and 1 July 2018. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture,…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Council calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Council calls for nominations for individuals to serve as members in the Marketing and Distribution Advisory Panel The National Film and Video Foundation…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for filmmakers to attend the Nature Environment & Wildlife Filmmakers Congress, July 16th – 18th 2018.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for filmmakers to attend the Nature Environment & Wildlife Filmmakers Congress, July 16th – 18th 2018. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF),…
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29 June 2021
National Film and Video Foundation Video on Demand – Call for completed project submissions and trailers
National Film and Video Foundation Video on Demand – Call for completed project submissions and trailers The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) has created a Video on Demand…
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29 June 2021
National Film And Video Foundation Speed Dating Session at the Durban Filmmart 2018
National Film and Video Foundation Speed Dating Session at the Durban Filmmart 2018 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) in partnership with Kwa-Zulu Natal Film Commission (KZNFC) and the…
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29 June 2021
The South African animation industry well represented at Annecy festival MIFA 2018
The South African animation industry well represented at Annecy festival MIFA 2018 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, is part…
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29 June 2021
Call for submission to the South African Film Festival of Australia (SAFFA)
The South African Film Festival of Australia (SAFFA) is seeking submissions for its inaugural festival, to be held in Melbourne, Australia in March 2019. We require: ï Feature-length documentary and fictions films completed…
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29 June 2021
Training Opportunity For Aspirant Scriptwriters
TRAINING OPPORTUNITY FOR ASPIRANT…
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29 June 2021
Call For International Bursary Applications For Film & Tv Post Graduate Studies
Call For International Bursary Applications For Film & Tv Post Graduate Studies The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable…
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29 June 2021
Call For National Bursary Applications For Film & Tv Studies
Call For National Bursary Applications For Film & Tv Studies The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and development of…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation calls for applications for a training service provider
The National Film and Video Foundation calls for applications for a training service provider The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the…
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29 June 2021
A successful trip for the South African delegates at the 71st Festival de Cannes
A successful trip for the South African delegates at the 71st Festival de Cannes The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture in…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Marketing and Distribution cycle 1 funding applications is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Marketing and Distribution cycle 1 funding applications is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call…
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29 June 2021
CALL FOR PRODUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT CYCLE 1 FUNDING APPLICATIONS IS OPEN
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Production and Development cycle 1 funding applications is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for…
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29 June 2021
CALL FOR PRODUCTION COMPANIES TO PRODUCE SHORT FILMS FOR THE 3rd BRICS FILM FESTIVAL
CALL FOR PRODUCTION COMPANIES TO PRODUCE SHORT FILMS FOR THE 3rd BRICS FILM FESTIVAL The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) in partnership with the Department of…
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29 June 2021
Vacancy: Head of operations.
VACANCY Permanent Position: Head: Operations Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer Job Ref: RECR/HO/001 Head Operations will develop and oversee the implementation of the NFVF’s overall operations strategy, with special emphasis…
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29 June 2021
The 71st Festival de Cannes South African presence
The 71st Festival de Cannes South African presence The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture is pleased to once again lead the…
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29 June 2021
Call for nominations of individuals to serve as members in the Advisory Panel for Education & Training and Production & Development
The National Film and Video Foundation Council calls for nominations of individuals to serve as members in the Advisory Panel for Education & Training and Production & Development Panels of…
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29 June 2021
The South African entertainment industry loses 3 contributors after tragic crash – Akhumzi Jezile, Siyasanga Kobese and Thobani Mseleni.
The South African entertainment industry loses 3 contributors after tragic crash – Akhumzi Jezile, Siyasanga Kobese and Thobani Mseleni. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of…
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29 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for festival hosting funding applications
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for festival hosting funding applications The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the call for festival hosting funding will open…
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29 June 2021
CALL FOR A PRODUCTION COMPANY TO FACILITATE THE COMMISSIONING OF SHORT FILMS FOR THE 3rd BRICS FILM FESTIVAL
CALL FOR A PRODUCTION COMPANY TO FACILITATE THE COMMISSIONING OF SHORT FILMS FOR THE 3rd BRICS FILM FESTIVAL The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) in partnership with the Department of…
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28 June 2021
3rd BRICS FILM FESTIVAL – CALL FOR FILM SUBMISSION
3rd BRICS FILM FESTIVAL – CALL FOR FILM SUBMISSION The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and the Department of Arts and Culture (DAC) invites South African filmmakers to submit their films in…
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28 June 2021
Call for input on the Audiovisual Coproduction Treaty between the Government of Canada and the Government of the Republic of South Africa
Call for input on the Audiovisual Coproduction Treaty between the Government of Canada and the Government of the Republic of South Africa The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) would…
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28 June 2021
The Doc Shop Playlist 2018 – Call for entries
The Doc Shop Playlist 2018 – Call for entries 10 April 2018 Hot Docs is an internationally renowned documentary film festival, conference and marketing event that takes place annually in…
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28 June 2021
71st Cannes International Film Festival – Call for project submissions to the NFVF
71st Cannes International Film Festival – Call for project submissions to the NFVF The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) will embark on a trip to the 71st Cannes International Film…
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28 June 2021
SAFTAs 12 Post Review
For Immediate Release SAFTAs 12 Post Review Johannesburg – The much-anticipated South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs), have come and gone and people are still reeling over its success.…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Cycle 3 Funding Approvals.
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) Cycle 3 Funding Approvals. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, is pleased to announce the…
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28 June 2021
SAFTAs 12 Hosts Announced
SAFTAs 12 Hosts Announced For Immediate Release With only two days to go, SAFTAs 12 is proud to announce the official hosts for this year’s show. The first night of…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POST GRADUATE STUDIES
CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POST GRADUATE STUDIES The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, is…
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28 June 2021
The South African film industry representatives will participate at the Berlinale Film Festival
Press Release For Immediate Release The South African film industry representatives will participate at the Berlinale Film Festival The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the…
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28 June 2021
An opportunity to study an undergraduate programme at the Beijing Film Academy
An opportunity to study an undergraduate programme at the Beijing Film Academy Background: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) , in conjuction with the Department of Arts and Culture…
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28 June 2021
“THE ROAD TO ANNECY” PITCH SESSION AT CTIAF
“THE ROAD TO ANNECY” PITCH SESSION AT CTIAF The National Film and Video Foundation, an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, in partnership with MIFA brings you the…
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28 June 2021
irectors for Youth Filmmakers project call out for the Youth Filmmaker Project, where 10 directors will be selected to direct 24 minute films which will produced by Triangle Post and Animation Studios in association with NFVF. Deadline 2/02/2018.
DIRECTORS FOR YOUTH FILMMAKERS’ PROJECT: CALLOUT 2017/2018 This is a callout to apply for the Youth Filmmaker Project where 10 directors will be selected to direct 24 minutes films…
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28 June 2021
Extension of Cycle 3 Funding Applications for Tier 3 Production and Development Applicants
Extension of Cycle 3 Funding Applications for Tier 3 Production and Development Applicants The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, has extended the call…
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28 June 2021
12th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs 12) final judging
12th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs 12) final judging The South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs), managed under the custodianship of the National Film and Video Foundation…
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28 June 2021
NFVF Current Vacancies
VACANCY Position: Chief Financial Officer Duration: 5 year fixed term contract Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer Job Ref: RECR/CFO 001 The Chief Financial Officer will develop and oversee the implementation…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Cycle 3 opens January 3rd 2018
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for cycle 3 funding applications will open on the 3rd of January 2018 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the…
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28 June 2021
APPROVED PROJECTS – CYCLE 2 – FY 2017/18
APPROVED PROJECTS – CYCLE 2 – FY 2017/18 MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION Project Name Applicant’s Name Production Company Approved Amount Inxeba (The Wound) Cait Pansegrouw Urucu Media (Pty) Ltd…
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28 June 2021
TENDER CANCELLATION NOTICE RFT 03/2017
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28 June 2021
SWIFT encourages film and tv industry to stand against gender based violence.
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28 June 2021
NFVF calls for applications for a training service provider
The National Film and Video Foundation calls for applications for a training service provider The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that applications for a Training Service…
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28 June 2021
Training Opportunity for Aspirant Scriptwriters
Training Opportunity for Aspirant Scriptwriters The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and Performing Arts Centre of the Free State, are offering part-time training opportunity to individuals who wish to…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation and partners to host the South African pavilion at DISCOP Johannesburg.
The National Film and Video Foundation and partners to host the South African pavilion at DISCOP Johannesburg. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department…
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28 June 2021
Call for entries for NFVF Youth Filmmaker Project 2017/18: Wealth
Call for ENTRIES for NFVF Youth Filmmaker Project 2017/18: Wealth BACKGROUND The concept for the Youth Filmmaker Project is to provide ten young filmmakers, particularly those from historically disadvantaged backgrounds, with an opportunity…
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28 June 2021
Call for entries for NFVF Female Filmmaker Project 2017/18: Becoming
Call for entries for NFVF Female Filmmaker Project 2017/18: Becoming BACKGROUND The concept for the Female Only Filmmaker Project is to provide ten females, particularly those from historically disadvantaged backgrounds, with an opportunity to…
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28 June 2021
Call for Documentary Project: 100 Years Of Nelson Mandela
Call for Documentary Project: 100 Years Of Nelson Mandela The National Film and Video Foundation, an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, invites all eligible and reputable TIER 1…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR DOCUMENTARY PROJECTS: CELEBRATING SOUTH AFRICAN HERITAGE AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY
CALL FOR DOCUMENTARY PROJECTS: CELEBRATING SOUTH AFRICAN HERITAGE AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY Background: The National Film and Video Foundation, an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, invites eligible Tier 2…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR WINDOWS ON THE WORLD- 2018 COMMONWEALTH GAMES DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED
CALL FOR COMMON LENS- GOLD COAST 2018 COMMONWEALTH GAMES ARTS AND CULTURAL FESTIVAL DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED BACKGROUND The Commonwealth games is an international multi-sport tournament that takes place every four…
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28 June 2021
The South African Film And Television Awards Request For Proposals
The South African Film And Television Awards Request For Proposals The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body set up by government to grow and develop the…
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28 June 2021
SAFTAs 12 call for entries.
The 12th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs 12) call for entries is now open! The call for entries for the much anticipated 12th edition of the South African Film…
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28 June 2021
RFQ- Advert- Vacancy- PA to HOD’s
VACANCY: Personal Assistant Reporting to: Head Marketing & Communications and Head Production & Development To provide professional secretarial services and customer care to the Heads of Departments. Requirements: Secretarial qualification at least…
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28 June 2021
Discretionary Awards call.
12th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) call for Discretionary Award Nominations The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture and…
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28 June 2021
Canada and South Africa announce co-development incentive at TIFF
Canada and South Africa announce codevelopment incentive at TIFF Toronto, September 8, 2017 – The Canada Media Fund (CMF) and the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency…
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28 June 2021
NFVF/SWIFT partnership announcement.
NFVF/SWIFT partnership announcement. The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, is collaborating with Sisters Working in Film and Television (SWIFT) on…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) congratulates the South African films selected to participate at the Toronto International Film Festival (tiff)
Press Release For Immediate Release The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) congratulates the South African films selected to participate at the Toronto International Film Festival (tiff) The National…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for cycle 2 Marketing and Distribution funding applications is now open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for cycle 2 Marketing and Distribution funding applications is now open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that…
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28 June 2021
Call for the Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) Foreign Language Film Category is open
Call for the Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) Foreign Language Film Category is open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, is extending…
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28 June 2021
NFVF Releases Mid-Year Box Office Report – 2017
Press Release For Immediate Release NFVF Releases Mid-Year Box Office Report – 2017 The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) has released the South African Box Office Report for the…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Cycle 2 production and development funding applications is now open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Cycle 2 production and development funding applications is now open The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that the…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation calls for applications for a training service provider
The National Film and Video Foundation calls for applications for a training service provider The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), is pleased to announce that applications for a Training Service…
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28 June 2021
NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION EXTENDS THE DEADLINE: CALL FOR SCRIPT EDITORS
NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION EXTENDS THE DEADLINE: CALL FOR SCRIPT EDITORS The National Film and Video Foundation as part of its development funding process, utilizes the services of script…
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28 June 2021
RFQ: Facilitator to oversee and implementation of the 5th NFVF National Film Indaba logistics on behalf of the NFVF
RFQ: Facilitator to oversee and implementation of the 5th NFVF National Film Indaba logistics on behalf of the NFVF. BACKROUND The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency…
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28 June 2021
RFQ: Develop and manage the roll out of the NFVF Reputation and Strategic PR and Communications plan.
RFQ: Develop and manage the roll out of the NFVF Reputation and Strategic PR and Communications plan. BACKROUND The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the…
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28 June 2021
Blue Ice Pictures and The National Film and Video Foundation Mentorship Programme call for submissions
Blue Ice Pictures and The National Film and Video Foundation Mentorship Programme call for submissions Blue Ice Pictures in partnership with The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) will be hosting…
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28 June 2021
NFVF aims for a more inclusive approach
Media Statement For Immediate Release​ ​NFVF aims for a more inclusive approach The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is embarking on a new outreach programme to strengthen…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation’s participation at the 38th Annual Durban International Film Festival
Press Release For Immediate Release The National Film and Video Foundation’s participation at the 38th Annual Durban International Film Festival The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an…
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28 June 2021
National Film and Video Foundation Video on Demand – Call for project submissions
National Film and Video Foundation Video on Demand – Call for project submissions The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) will be launching the South African Video on Demand (VOD)…
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28 June 2021
The NFVF takes local films to the Grahamstown National Arts Festival
Press Release For Immediate Release The NFVF takes local films to the Grahamstown National Arts Festival 30 June 2017: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency…
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28 June 2021
NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION SPEED DATING SESSION AT THE DURBAN FILMMART 2017
NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION SPEED DATING SESSION AT THE DURBAN FILMMART 2017 The session specifically aims to create a platform for South African producers with developed feature film…
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28 June 2021
Study reveals the South African film industry has a positive Economic Impact on the economy.
Study reveals the South African film industry has a positive Economic Impact on the economy. Johannesburg, 14 June 2017: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) today released findings of their…
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28 June 2021
Cape Town International Film Market and Festival
Cape Town International Film Market and Festival Submissions for the 10th Anniversary of the Cape Town International Film Market & Festival October 12 – 21 2017, opened on June 1st, 2017 As…
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28 June 2021
NFVF calls for Film and TV students to apply for its national and international bursary scheme
Press Release For Immediate Release NFVF calls for Film and TV students to apply for its national and international bursary programme 21 June 2017: The National Film…
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28 June 2021
Shnit Worldwide Shortfilmfestival Edition 15 Calls for Entries – REMINDER: DEADLINE 1 JUNE
Shnit Worldwide Shortfilmfestival Edition 15 Calls for Entries – REMINDER: DEADLINE 1 JUNE Now in its fifteenth year, shnit Worldwide Shortfilmfestival hits screens in Cape Town, Bangkok, Bern, Buenos Aires,…
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28 June 2021
National Film and Video Foundation, Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Market Competition
National Film and Video Foundation, Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Market Competition Background: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is pleased to announce its programme, in association with…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation hosts the South African pavilion at the 70th Cannes International Film Festival
The National Film and Video Foundation hosts the South African pavilion at the 70th Cannes International Film Festival The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) as part of global positioning…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBERS
NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION CALL FOR AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBERS The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body tasked with spearheading the development of the South African…
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28 June 2021
National Film and Video Foundation Call for raising and securing sponsorship for the 12th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs).
National Film and Video Foundation Call for raising and securing sponsorship for the 12th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs). The National Film and Video Foundation (herein referred to…
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28 June 2021
Ecrans Noir, a film festival in Cameroon
Ecrans Noir, a film festival in Cameroon TITLE 1: GENERAL DISPOSITIONS Created in 1997, the Ecrans Noirs Festival, a realization of the Ecrans Noirs Association has as o objective the…
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28 June 2021
OMDC’s International Financing Forum (iff) – CALL for APPLICATIONS
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – OMDC’s International Financing Forum (iff) – September 10- 11, 2017 The Event iff is OMDC’s feature film co-financing and co-production event at the Toronto International…
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28 June 2021
DEPARTMENT OF ARTS CULTURE ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF NFVF COUNCIL.
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28 June 2021
THE NFVF ANNOUNCES NEW FUNDING CYCLES DATES AND OPENS THE CALL FOR CYCLE 1 FUNDING APPLICATIONS
* For Immediate Release* THE NFVF ANNOUNCES NEW FUNDING CYCLES DATES AND OPENS THE CALL FOR CYCLE 1 FUNDING APPLICATIONS 14 April 2017: The National Film and Video Foundation,…
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28 June 2021
NFVF CALL FOR 2017 INTERNS
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28 June 2021
National Film Strategy
NATIONAL FILM STRATEGY The NFVF was tasked by the Department of Arts and Culture to put together a national film strategy for South Africa. The NFVF as a lead government…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Cycle 1 funding applications
* For Immediate Release* The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) call for Cycle 1 funding applications 30 March 2017: The National Film and Video Foundation, an agency of…
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28 June 2021
The South African audio visual industry losses veteran entertainer, Joe Mafela
The South African audio visual industry losses veteran entertainer, Joe Mafela The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is saddened by the passing of award winning actor Joe Mafela.…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR PROJECTS – SUNNY SIDE OF THE DOC
Call for Projects – Sunny Side of the Doc Sunny Side of the Doc (19-22 June 2017, La Rochelle) brings the most exciting concepts for documentary films, series, short formats, VR and…
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28 June 2021
10th Talents Durban Call for Submission14-18 July2017
10th Talents Durban Call for Submission14-18 July2017 The 38th Durban International Film Festival (DIFF), hosted by the Centre for Creative Arts, University of KwaZulu-Natal, with support from Berlinale Talents,…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POST GRADUATE STUDIES
CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POST GRADUATE STUDIES The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and…
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28 June 2021
NOTICE: Invitation for the public to participate in the appointment process of the council of the National Film and Video Foundation
NOTICE: INVITATION FOR THE PUBLIC TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPOINTMENT PROCCESS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION As the requirements of the NFVF Act of…
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28 June 2021
The South African audio visual industry bids farewell to John Volmink
Press Release The South African audio visual industry bids farewell to John Volmink The National Film and Video Foundation is saddened to learn of the passing of producer and…
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28 June 2021
Call for festival attendance
CALL FOR FESTIVAL ATTENDANCE :VISIONS DU RÉEL FESTIVAL (APRIL 21 – 29 2017) The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and…
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28 June 2021
Call for Proposals: YOUTH Filmmaker’s Project
Call for Proposals: YOUTH Filmmaker’s Project The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body created in terms of the National Film and Video Foundation Act No…
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28 June 2021
Call for Proposals: FEMALE Filmmaker’s Project
Call for Proposals: FEMALE Filmmaker’s Project The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body created in terms of the National Film and Video Foundation Act No 73…
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28 June 2021
SUMBMISSION OF THE LONGLIST FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NOMINATIONS OF CANDIDATES TO SERVE ON THE COUNCIL OF THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION
SUMBMISSION OF THE LONGLIST FOR PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NOMINATIONS OF CANDIDATES TO SERVE ON THE COUNCIL OF THE NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION The Minister of Arts and Culture,…
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28 June 2021
NFVF-FUNDED SHORT FILM ‘THE SUIT’ SELECTED FOR MAJOR INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
NFVF-FUNDED SHORT FILM ‘THE SUIT’ SELECTED FOR MAJOR INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL ‘The Suit’, a short film adaptation of the celebrated short story by Drum legend Can Themba directed by Jarryd…
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28 June 2021
The NFVF Call for Cycle 3 Applications has been extended to the 9th of February 2017
The National Film and Video Foundation call for Cycle 3 applications has been extended to the 9th February 2017. 2 February 2017: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF),…
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28 June 2021
NFVF announces the approved production company for animation and documentary slates.
NFVF announces the approved production company for animation and documentary slates. Animation Slate The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) released a call for Animation Slate to the value of…
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28 June 2021
France – South Africa Co-Production workshop final selection
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28 June 2021
SAFTAs open call for Discretionary Awards Nominations
11th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) open call for Discretionary Award Nominations 23 January 2017: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of…
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28 June 2021
Open Call for Short Web Documentaries project proposals
Open Call: Short Web Documentaries IDFA and Jos de Putter from Deep Focus Web Documentaries invite entries for project proposals from talented (young) filmmakers. IDFA and Jos de…
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28 June 2021
Call for the 70th Cannes International Film Festival submissions.
70th Cannes International Film Festival – Call for project submissions to the NFVF The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) will embark on a trip to the 70th Cannes International Film…
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28 June 2021
The NFVF Call for Cycle 3 Applications is now open
The National Film and Video Foundation call for Cycle 3 applications is now open. 23 February 2017: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department…
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28 June 2021
INVITATION TO TENDER FOR (RFT 03/2016) THE APPOINTMENT OF AUDIT FIRM TO CONDUCT INTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body set up by government to grow and develop the South African Film and Video industry. The NFVF invites suitable…
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28 June 2021
ECONOMIC IMPACT OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN FILM INDUSTRY RESEARCH
Press release for immediate release ECONOMIC IMPACT OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN FILM INDUSTRY RESEARCH 30 November 2016: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an Agency of the Department of…
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28 June 2021
Training Experts to develop Training Manual, Facilitation and Accreditation
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28 June 2021
PASSING OF A SOUTH AFRICAN FILM INDUSTRY STALWART
Press Release PASSING OF A SOUTH AFRICAN FILM INDUSTRY STALWART It is with great sadness that the National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) was informed about the passing of…
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28 June 2021
FRANCE – SOUTH AFRICA CO-PRODUCTION WORKSHOP
FRANCE – SOUTH AFRICA CO-PRODUCTION WORKSHOP The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and the National Centre for Cinema (CNC) of France, in conjunction with the…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR ENTRIES FESPACO 2017
CALL FOR ENTRIES FESPACO 2017 FESPACO is pleased to inform professionals of the film and audio-visual industry that registration for film selection under the 25th edition of the African film biennial…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation call for Markets and Festival funding
* For Immediate Release* The National Film and Video Foundation call for Markets and Festival funding. 27 September 2016: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR ANIMATION SLATE PROPOSALS
CALL FOR ANIMATION SLATE PROPOSALS BACKGROUND The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is calling for proposals for an Animation Slate to the value of R7.5m over a period…
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28 June 2021
NFVF to participate at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2016
12 September 2016: The South African delegation has embarked on a trip to attend the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), which takes place from the 8th September 2016 to the…
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28 June 2021
THE NFVF CALL FOR CYCLE 2 APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN
2 September 2016: The National Film and Video Foundation, an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture provides film and video-related funding in the broad categories of Education and…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR DOCUMENTARY SLATE PROPOSALS
BACKGROUND The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is calling for proposals for a Documentary Slate to the value of R4.5m over a period of 3 years. The slate is…
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28 June 2021
AFTA Opening Call For Entry
Contents 1. About SAFTAS 2. The Golden Horn 3. Entry Guidelines and Eligibility 4. List of Awards 5. Definition of Awards 6. Special Awards 7. SAFTAS 11 Key dates and…
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28 June 2021
‘Noem My Skollie’ due for theatrical release 2 September 2016
Synopsis: When young Abraham gets arrested for a petty crime he raises his status in prison by captivating the hardened gangsters with his knack for telling stories. He becomes the “prison…
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28 June 2021
Call for the Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) Foreign Language Film Category is open
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, is once again extending a call to all South African producers to submit their…
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28 June 2021
Hot Docs-Blue Ice Group Documentary Fund
Hot Docs-Blue Ice Group Documentary Fund The Hot Docs-Blue Ice Group Documentary Fund helps enable more African documentary filmmakers to tell their own stories and contribute to a new generation…
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28 June 2021
Destiny Media partners with Moneypenny and Film Finances to train Production Accountants
RE: Destiny Media partners with Moneypenny and Film Finances to train Production Accountants With the growth in the film and television industry the shortage of film and television production accountants…
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28 June 2021
NFVF BACKED “FRONTIER VETS” TO AIR ON SABC 3
Press release from Green Films: Green Films Pty (Ltd) have announced the licensing of the first season of the 13-part TV series Frontier Vets to SABC 3, South Africa. The reality/documentary series…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR NATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV STUDIES
CALL FOR NATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV STUDIES The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and development…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS FOR FILM & TV POST GRADUATE STUDIES
The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to spearhead the equitable growth and development of the SA film and video industry. The NFVF’s bursary programme…
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28 June 2021
Press Release AMAA’s
Immediate Release: Young Filmmakers Waving the flag high for South Africa. Lets go YOUTH MONTH HEAR ME MOVE NOMINATED 5 TIMES FOR THE 2016 AMAA JOHANNESBURG – Coal Stove Pictures’ landmark…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR PROPOSALS 2016
The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) and the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) are inviting emerging black filmmakers to submit proposals for consideration under the Emerging Black Filmmakers Transformation Fund…
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28 June 2021
ANNOUNCING DOC STREET RADIO
“Doc Street Radio will podcast one-on-one interviews with South African documentary filmmakers, masterclasses, and open pitching sessions. At times, we will also engage audiences, academics and filmmakers on the constantly…
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28 June 2021
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – OMDC’s International Financing Forum (IFF) – September 11- 12, 2016
The Event IFF is OMDC’s feature film co-financing and co-production event at the Toronto International Film Festival for independent producers and industry executives developing and financing English language projects for…
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28 June 2021
SABC COO workshop on local content
SABC COO Mr Hlaudi Motsoeneng invites all Producers (New, Emerging as well as Established) to a discussion on Local Content. Date: Wednesday 4 May 2016 Time: 11:00 Venue: M1 Studio…
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28 June 2021
NFVF Vacancies
The NFVF is committed to creating an enriching work environment where individuals, through their ability and application, can develop rewarding careers at all levels, regardless of their background, race or…
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28 June 2021
Nicola Breytenbach and Andrew Govender, star of SA drana Free State in South Africa ahead of film’s release
21 April 2016: Nicola Breytenbach and Andrew Govender who head up the cast of the new Sallas de Jager helmed feature film, Free State, are visiting South Africa ahead of…
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28 June 2021
Strategic Partners 2016
Strategic Partners 2016 (September 15–17), one of the worlds most established coproduction/ co-financing markets invites producers to submit projects, and industry organizations, to register. The deadline is June 26th, 2016.…
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28 June 2021
South Africa’s First Dance Film Hear Me Move ™ wins the highly sought after PRISM Award for South African PR Campaign of the Year
Date: 17th APRIL 2016: The power of any media lies in it’s ability of engage with ones audience effectively. And this is particularly key when engaging the cinema going audience. While…
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28 June 2021
The National Film and Video Foundation Council calls for nominations of individuals to serve as members in the Advisory Panel
Panels of the National Film and Video Foundation in Accordance with the NFVF Act, 73 of 1997. The Advisory Panel members will fulfil the statutory role to advise the Council…
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28 June 2021
2 to 12 June 2016 portraits, human stories and activists will all be part of the new look Encounters.
From the International arms deal to the late great American poet /writer Maya Angelou, this year’s Encounters International Film Festival promises to bring local audiences the very best in documentary…
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28 June 2021
Tale about modern women, Mrs Right Guy, written and produced by Female team
Home-grown romance comes to the big screen next month, with the opening of escapist romantic romcom ‘Mrs Right Guy’, on 27 May. The film stars Dineo Moeketsi as the…
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28 June 2021
The NFVF Announces New Funding Cycles and Online Application portal
07 April 2016: The National Film and Video Foundation, an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture provides film and video-related funding in the broad categories of Education and Training; Development,…
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28 June 2021
Three South African films accepted into international animation festival
Local studios have been on tenterhooks for the last few weeks to find out if their work has been accepted into the Annecy International Animated Film Festival, arguably the world’s…
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28 June 2021
An eye for fashion – Brenda Khambule on dressing the stars of Mrs Right Guy
The partnership between fashion and film has been a love affair ever since the movie industry started. Costume design is one of the most important factors in filmmaking. That’s…
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28 June 2021
New RomCom Mrs Right Guy hits cinemas on 27 May
Ticking every box for escapist romantic fantasy is the new South African romcom ‘Mrs Right Guy’, which opens on 27 May 2016. The film stars the delectable Dineo Moeketsi…
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22 June 2021
Local period drama FREE STATE continues winning streak and garners honours at Garden State Film Festival in New York
Multi-award winning local filmmaker Sallas de Jager’s period drama feature Free State has continued its winning streak by taking the honours for Best Cinematography at the Garden State Film Festival in New…
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18 June 2021
The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP)
The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) FAQs The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP) aims to stimulate employment creation and job retention across sectors in the South African economy, including the audio-visual sector #TogetherForTheArts …
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16 June 2021
Registration opens for 7th Durban FilmMart
The 7th Durban FilmMart (DFM), Africa’s premier film finance and co-production forum will open for early bird delegate registration on April 4, 2016. The dates for this year’s DFM, a…
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16 June 2021
Triggerfish takes Best Animation prize at Africa Movie Academy Awards for the second year running
This follows from last year’s win in the same category for Adventures in Zambezia. Both films also won Best Animation at the South African Film and Television Awards in their respective year of entry. The success of…
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16 June 2021
LOCAL CRIME DRAMA TAKES FILM AUDIENCES INTO THE MEAN STREETS OF HILLBROW
Kerry Washington, Halle Berry, Julia Roberts. These are just some of the strong female leads audiences adore. The characters they have played are unforgettable and, while they are not perfect…
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16 June 2021
NATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FOUNDATION CALL FOR SCRIPT EDITORS
The National Film and Video Foundation as part of its development funding process, utilizes the services of script editors to guide writers through the development process. The NFVF would like to…
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Table 1: Multiplier Set

  GDP / Income multiplier Employment  – jobs per R1 million of expenditure

Film Industry – 2019/20 2,82 5,65
South Africa (All Industries) – 2019/20 1,75 3,10
Film Industry – 2016/17 2,81 4,90
Source: Quantec
When can I apply for festival travel funding?
You need to apply at least six weeks before the festival or market because the evaluation process takes at least three week.
Do we get certificates?
No; mentors provide feedback on participant’s project throughout the programme.
What does it cost?
The programme is fully funded by the NFVF. Books and accommodation may be provided for out of province participants.

Do we get certificates?
No, participants are provided with an assessment report after completion of the programme.
What does it cost?
The programme is fully funded by the NFVF and books and accommodations may be covered for out of province participants.

Do we get certificates?
No, participants are provided with an assessment report after completion of the programme.
Do we get certificates?
No, participants are provided with an assessment report after completion of the programme.

How do I progress to the next level after successfully completing Spark?
You may apply to the Sediba Masters Programme and fulfil its selection criteria.
Does age affect my chances of being awarded an NFVF bursary?
No, the NFVF does not have a policy regarding the age of applicants.
Does age affect my chances of being awarded an NFVF bursary?
No, the NFVF does not have a policy regarding the age of applicants.
What opportunities does the NFVF offer for first time filmmakers?
In addition to the general funding which is open to first time filmmakers, the NFVF runs the annual First Time Filmmaker programme.
For queries regarding the monitoring and evaluation process:

E-mail Terrencek@nfvf.co.za or call 011 483 0880.

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The following supporting documentation must be submitted together with an official application form”.
A letter of motivation
A two-page outline
CV of applicant
Copy of the application form.
Copy of the applicant’s South African ID document
SEDIBA Spark Programme
SEDIBA Masters Scriptwriting Training Programme
SEDIBA International Financing Programme for Producers
SEDIBA Spark Documentary Programme
An applicant must be an accredited training provider.
Applicant must have a partnership with an accredited training service provider or accredited skills development facilitator with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) or relevant body.
Programmes must address industry skills gaps.
Quality of the project including:
The appropriate level of skills and expertise.
Training objectives identified can be achieved through the proposed activities.
Training and assessment are set against relevant unit standards where they exist.
Ability to manage and deliver the project based on previous projects.
Demonstration of financial sustainability.
A realistic budget.

Manti Sekwakwa
Applications Officer
Email: mantis@nfvf.co.za
Telephone: 011 483 0880

Manti Sekwakwa
Applications Officer
Email: mantis@nfvf.co.za
Telephone: 011 483 0880
Click on a link below for more information on education and training funding:

National Bursaries
International Bursaries
Funding for Training Providers
Sediba Programme
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Note to IT to add a document for a link in backend – NFVF Funding Policy

Click on the link below to apply for Markets and Festivals Attendance funding
Concept Outline containing the unique feature of concept
Universal dramatic theme
International adaption potential
Longevity of concept and legal protection or copyright
Format development plan
Click on the link below to apply for Development and TV Format funding.
Click on the link below to apply for Festival Hosting funding
A creative treatment
A preliminary list of archive requirements
Letters of support from any other financiers
Proof of copyright clearance
A list of the archival records you wish to use.
Archive budget accompanied by quotations from the archive source.
Fiction applicants also require:

Proof of chain of title
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Note to IT to add a document for a link in backend – NFVF Funding Policy

Click on the link below to apply for Marketing and Distribution funding
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Funding application declaration of interest
Application for appeal
Conflict of interest policy
Funding Advisory Panel ToRs
PESP AD HOC Panel ToRs
The following supporting documentation must be submitted:

A letter of motivation
Two-page outline
CV of applicant
A copy of the application form
A copy of the applicant’s SA ID document
Copy of the applicant’s SA ID document

The following supporting documentation must be submitted together with an official application form:

A letter of motivation
A two-page outline
CV of applicant
A copy of the application
A copy of the applicants SA ID document
Copy of the application form.
Copy of the applicant’s South African ID document
SEDIBA Spark Programme
SEDIBA Masters Scriptwriting Training Programme
SEDIBA International Financing Programme for Producers
SEDIBA Spark Documentary Programme
Manti Sekwakwa
Applications Officer
Email: mantis@nfvf.co.za
Telephone: 011 483 0880

Or

Manti Sekwakwa
Applications Officer
Email: mantis@nfvf.co.za
Telephone: 011 483 0880

Click on a link below for more information on education and training funding:

National Bursaries
International Bursaries
Funding for Training Providers
Sediba Programme
Click on the link below to apply for the relevant funding.
Funding Approvals for 2016 Directors Programme
Funding approvals for 2015/16
Bursary funding approvals for 2015
Tender approvals for 2014/15
Funding approvals for 2014/15
Funding approvals for 2013/14
Funding approvals for 2012/13

Note to IT to add a document for a link in backend – NFVF Funding Policy

Click on the link below to apply for Markets and Festivals Attendance funding
Format development plan
Click on the link below to apply for Development and TV Format funding.

https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za.
Fiction applicants also require:

Proof of chain of title
Click on the link below to apply for Development funding.

https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za
Note to IT to add a document for a link in backend – NFVF Funding Policy

Click on the link below to apply for Marketing and Distribution funding

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Find out how the NFVF conducts and commissions research, collects and disseminates statistics, and analyses South African film industry trends.
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