Finishing Funds FAQs
SPRING DEADLINE April 23, 2010
Application Workshop on April 5, 2010, 6:30 – 8PM at PIFVA offices. FREE.
Applications will be posted by September 2009. See below Frequently Asked Questions for more information. Call 215-382-2579 if you have additional questions or send an email to Caroline at contactus@pifva.org
PIFVA Finishing Funds Program
“Originally, we planned to finish Derailed in standard definition; however, as more and more festivals became HD compatible–some even requiring HD–it was clear that we needed HD options. The PIFVA subsidy grant has given us the ability to keep up in a climate of rapidly-changing format standards”
– Scott Calvert, Writer/Director of Derailed, PIFVA Subsidy 2007
The PIFVA Finishing Funds Program has supported work by both emerging and established filmmakers. For many the PIFVA grant was the first grant they ever received! Hundreds of area filmmakers have received PIFVA finishing funds for feature length documentaries (Anthony Giacchino’s The Camden 28, Maria Rodriguez and Frances McElroy’s Mirror Dance to feature films (Tom Quinn’s The New Year Parade ) to experimental works by Peter Rose and Sonali Gulati. Grab the Application form here http://sites.google.com/site/pifvafilm/
PIFVA FINISHING FUNDS PROGRAM
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the purpose of the PIFVA Finishing Funds? The PIFVA Finishing Funds Program assists Philadelphia-area independent media makers in completing work and builds community by connecting to Philadelphia-area service-providers.
Who can apply? Current Members of PIFVA living in the Philadelphia region. Regional students are eligible for these funds.
What projects are eligible for Finishing Funds? The projects that are in the post-production or distribution stage only are eligible for funding.
What projects are ineligible? Projects in the developmental or pre-production stages; projects produced for organizations; screenplays; work created for promotional purposes and any projects funded in previous Finishing Fund.
Who retains copyright of the funded projects? The filmmaker retains all rights to the project.
What services do the Finishing Funds cover? Editor consultations; Fine-cut editing; DVD authoring; website development and online marketing initiatives for your finished film; sound mixing; color correction; Title design; Graphics/Animation/Illustration; dub-titling; close-captioning; archival footage rights; master dubs; other services –inquire PIFVA coordinator.
What criteria do I have to meet to be considered for a PIFVA finishing fund award? Creativity, originality, story arc, production values, independence
Who can complete the work once the award is granted? The vendor must be a Philadelphia region vendor.
How much can I apply for? Filmmakers can apply for a maximum of $1000 cash to be paid directly to a service provider.
How is the In-Kind Service Awarded? Each filmmaker is eligible to receive an in-kind service from a participating vendor. Each vendor will specify the amount of time and service with each finishing fund program round. This specific information will be outlined on each Finishing Fund Cycle application.
Why is the vendor paid directly? This method is to ensure that PIFVA and its members are engaging the local production business community by connecting them with local filmmakers to help complete their projects.
How long should my work sample be? The work sample for the film for which you are requesting funds should be no longer than 15 minutes to demonstrate your artistic direction, storytelling ability and general production skills.
How do I get an application? Apply using the form on the www.pifva.org website or contact PIFVA and we will email you the application.
How are the projects selected? PIFVA assembles an independent and objective review panel of regional filmmakers, producers and curators.
When am I notified of PIFVA panel’s decision? Notification is usually within one month of the deadline.
Please complete the online application. You can use the PIFVA office computer to complete the application. Call to reserve the time on the computer.
PIFVA Finishing Funds Grant Program is made possible with support from the Phoebe Haas Trust B, the Philadelphia Cultural Fund and the PA Partner’s in the Arts, a program of the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts.
