The City of Cape Town’s Film Office is inviting filmmakers to apply for support for their projects to be completed in the 2024-’25 financial year.
The newly established Film Support Fund aims to finance or provide municipal services for film projects produced in Cape Town, including short films, feature films, music videos, commercials and reality TV series.
The fund seeks to support productions that drive local economic development, create job opportunities, and support emerging film and media talent through upskilling and training initiatives.
JP Smith, Mayoral Committee member for Safety and Security, emphasised that the fund aims to reduce production costs and help the local film industry attract international work, supporting an industry that already creates more than 30 000 jobs and attracts direct investment in Cape Town.
The City’s Film Office is looking for projects that: . stimulate local economic growth and create jobs in Cape Town;. highlight and promote Cape Town’s unique aspects;. support and upskill emerging talent in the local film and media sector;. drive sustainability, diversity, and inclusion in the local film and media landscape;. authentically portray Cape Town’s rich history and cultural heritage; and. attract direct investment into Cape Town.
Film Cape Town could consider supporting the following types of projects:
- production and post-production funding for short and feature films (including animation, interactive gaming, and live action);
- music videos, commercials, and reality TV series;
- film and media training initiatives;
- film and media projects, or innovative projects that align with the City’s strategic objectives; and
- projects that can be completed within the financial year, which runs from 1 July to 30 June annually.
Film Cape Town will not fund adult content:
- training videos or corporate videos;
- current affairs or news shows; and
- purchasing of equipment or assets.
How could Film Cape Town support projects?
- through the Film Support Fund; or
- through sponsoring City services
It must be noted, though, that the allocation of support is dependent on funds available.
Where do interested parties find the application form?
The Film Cape Town film support application form, project plan form and the documents checklist will be available to download from the Film Cape Town and the City of Cape Town websites.
Applicants must email the completed application forms along with the supporting documentation to Film.Fund@capetown.gov.za No hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
For more information and a comprehensive application criteria, visit filmcapetown.com or www.capetown.gov.za.
Film Fund submissions are open until Sunday 20 October.
