For anyone who cannot afford $30 a film, here is a list of other opportunities, some with national/international levels of exposure on Television for your short films that do NOT cost a dime, and some are even PAYING you, the struggling filmmaker....
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SHORT FORM FILMS
UK Short Film Channel for SKY NETWORK (starts Jan 2004)
http://www.shortformfilms.com/
10 Greek Street,
London W1D 4DH
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7851 4545
(they will accept NTSC DVD's and VHS, but they prefer PAL)
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MOVIOLA
Canadian cable short film channel
http://www.movieola.ca
Submissions
15 Atlantic Avenue
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M6K 3E7
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SHORT TV
U.S. short film network in several markets in US
http://www.shorttv.com/
Acquisitions
251 53rd Street
Brooklyn, NY 11220
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Giggleshorts TV
TV show for comedic short films
http://www.giggleshorts.com
submissions:
1448 Lawrence Ave. E. unit 19
P.O. Box 62038
Victoria Terrace P.O.
Toronto Ont.
Canada M4A 2W1
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The Independent Film Channel IFC
attn Acquisitions
200 Jericho Quadrangle
Jericho, NY 11753
IFC accepts unsolicited short films (under 30 minutes). Tapes will
not be returned and you will only hear from us if them want to
license your film.
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THE SUNDANCE CHANNEL
Ian Bricke
Sundance Channel Acquisitions
1633 Broadway, 8th floor
New York, NY 10019
If you've got a completed short (30 seconds to 40 minutes) or feature length film (over 40 minutes), they want to see it. Here's what you'll need to send to be considered:
VHS copy of the completed film.
Information packet on the project including (1) brief synopsis, (2)
reviews (if you have any), (3) film festival history, (4) production
notes and (5) director/cast/crew backgrounds
Contact information including your (1) name, (2) postal address, (3) telephone number and (4) email address.
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ROCK THEATRE
http://www.rocktheatre.net
Tennesee cable show
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Mind Ignites
Australian TV distributor of short films
http://www.imaginites.com/webcontent3.htm
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"Tightshorts" is another TV opportunity, but in Southern Calfornia...
http://www.uclatv.com/tightshorts/index.html
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TV VILLAGE -
Papaya Media
ATTN: TVvillage Indie Spotlight
P.O. Box 22501
San Francisco, CA 94122-0501
While we love films of all types, we can air films that are less than 15 minutes long. If your film is longer, please specify which 15 minutes you would like to show
You are granting TVvillage the non-exclusive right to broadcast your film up to four (4) times on cable television.
http://www.tvvillage.com
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The Short List
The Short List
The Production Center
SDSU
5500 Campanile Drive, COM124
San Diego, CA 92182-7601
Phone (619) 246-9496 Fax (619) 462-8266
e-mail: shortlist@mail.sdsu.edu
http://www.theshortlist.cc
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BRIT SHORTS
Britshorts is continuing to acquire titles for its award winning international catalogue of short films. Working hard to expand the number of distribution outlets for short film, we supply content to over ninety syndication partners worldwide.
Send your film to:
Britshorts Ltd
25 Beak Street
London W1F 9RT
UK
http://www.britshorts.com
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VEGAS INDIES TV
http://www.vegas-indies.tv/id10.html
* FYI! they charge $20 per submission! But it is a chance tog et seen on TV.
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OUTSIDER CINEMA SHOWCASE
AND THIS ONE - is seeking shorts, and they claim to be paying up to $1,000 per short. Be sure to tell them ROSS sent ya
http://www.thedreamdepot.com/submit3/index.htm
The Dream Depot is currently seeking shorts for its weekly television show. We’re seeking shorts with a running time of 1 to 21 minutes.
Any original format, any genre – all are accepted and welcome! (Please check out our FAQ page for restrictions on nudity, profanity and graphic violence)
We will pay a flat fee of UP TO $1,000 (depending on the length) for a six-month option for the North American Television Rights to your film. You retain your copyrights.
What we will need from you now:
1. The Film(s) – your 1 to 21 minute production on a DVD (Region 1 or All Region), or VHS (NTSC).
2. Press Information – including synopsis, film production information, cast and crew list, production stills, awards and festivals submissions information.
Please send your film short(s), press and contact information to:
The Dream Depot
PO Box 98
Kilbourne, Ohio
43032-0098
If you have any specific questions, please email us at:
Submit@theDreamDepot.com
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http://www.reeldealtv.com/shorts.php
The Reel Deal
c/o Matthew Glasson
78 Norman Ave, 1st Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Artists who have been selected will receive notification via email or phone with information regarding their episode. Also, once a month, we will select a featured artist from each episode and host their short film on the website for the month that the episode airs.
Showcasing your work on The Reel Deal is in no way exclusive and you're free to submit your pieces to other festivals, showcases and distributors.
Check back to the site for updates, showtimes and featured shorts in the future. Any other questions can be sent to info@reeldealtv.com.
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The Award Winning cable program,
Indie Film Showcase,
is accepting submissions for its new season in the Twin Cities. IFS is a cable program that highlights the work of Independent Filmmakers and exposes their work to the Twin Cities market. 7-8 pm, Saturday and Sunday for a month. No Fees. Send your work in any format (Beta, 3/4, Mini, DVCPro, the 8's) in a SASE for return to
Indie Film Showcase,
2134 Roth Pl.,
White Bear Lake, MN. 55110.
" Also, you can send email to mailto
rolepic2@hotmail.com
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Independent Cable Channel 53 of St. Augustine, Florida is looking for short films of 5 to 60 minutes. These films will be shown during commercial breaks to support independent filmmakers by providing exposure to a cable television audience. We are looking for any category of films in either color or black and white. Please include a short bio with contact information or a small clip (<30 seconds) included at the end of your submission. All submissions need to be in NTSC format and stored on DVD, miniDV, or SVHS.
If you have a movie that you would like to have broadcasted, then send your film to :
Brian Mitchell
c/o Ancient City Network
1260 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite E
St. Augustine, FL 32084
All films will be reviewed for content and suitability for display. There is no guarantee that all films will be aired. Tapes will not be returned. Submission of film gives ACN the right to air and edit for time if necessary. No payments will be given for submissions.
samg@aug.com
info@ancientcitynetwork.com
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KAOS Network, a non-profit media arts organization in Los Angeles, is currently seeking submissions for a monthly film & video series. This series is dedicated to screening ultra low-no budget, guerrilla, and underground film & video works in animation, documentary, narrative, experimental, etc..... Film/videomakers are encouraged to speak about their work. There is NO ENTRY FEE and all entries must be under 20 minutes, including titles. "We are seeking entries on an onging basis for future shows."
Send it (VHS, SVHS, or 3/4" to:
KAOS (attn: film/video)
4343 Leimert Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(SASE for tape return) for more info: (323)296-5717 or ga6y@earthlink.net
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SHORTS
http://www.geocities.com/theshortsshow/shortpage.html
My name is Dan Schaefer and I produce a local(Portland Metro area)short film television show called "Shorts". Currently we are looking for new and exciting films to be aired on the show. We have had a lot of success with this years programing including shorts from, Mike Wellins(of Will Vinton Studios fame), Webster Colcord(Lucasfilm), Wes Houle(Drug Store Cowboy Lighting designer)and many others. You can go to the website at:
http://www.geocities.com/theshortsshow/shortpage.html
or you can e-mail me directly on how to submit your film at:
theshortshow@yahoo.com
Once we recieve your film you will be notified of it's airtime and airdates. We are looking for original material so keep copyright material in mind when submitting. For instance, music authorization for example. Also NTSC on a DV tape is the best source to send your film on. This can be a problem if you are out of the US and submit on PAL or Seacam formats. Also the quality of DV tape is higher for broadcast that VHS. DVD are difficult to, so please send it on a tape. One other question people have is, "should I submit it if it is an old film? Should I send a current project?". The answer is send your eariest work as well, many people have probably not had the chance to see your work and would like to. So send what you have.
For inquiries send to: theshortsshow@yahoo.com
Send your short film to:
Shorts
TVTV
11375 SW Center St.
Suite B
Beaverton, OR 97005
Thanks,
Dan Schaefer
Producer/Shorts
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Indy Film Showcase
Warren Workman
216 E 600 N
Orem UT 84057
Short film cable show in UTAH that plays in Park City, home of the Sundance Film Festival.
I just thought I would let you know about a new TV show starting it's season this March. The show is called the Indy Film Showcase. As the name hints this is a film critique show but it is ment for the indy filmmaker and indy film fans. The show is to be broadcast all over utah including Park City, the home of Sundance. There is no charge to be on the show (because REAL indy filmmakers have no money). It your interested in haveing your film featured on our show drop me a line at Warren_workman@yahoo.com
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National Lampoon's Comedy Academy
Renowned comedy publisher National Lampoon recently acquired Lorne Michaels' Burly Bear Network to create National Lampoon Networks. We are producing a new program with a working title of "National Lampoon's Comedy Academy" to be hosted by funny girl, Alison Becker. The program features comedic short films, stand-up and sketch comedy from the best up and coming writers, comedians and directors.
We would like to extend an invitiation to all to submit your films, skecthes and/or stand-up acts. Short films may be 30-seconds to 8-minutes in length. Films can be of any nature (animation, film, digital, etc) as long as they have a comedic sensibility. We are happy to view your films on Beta, BetaSP, DVD or miniDV (prefered).
Point your web broswer to the following URL for more info:
http://www.nationallampoonnetworks.com/10_submissions/10_submissions.asp
Should your film be selected, we will contact you. The program reaches 5-millions homes. This is a terrific exposure opportunity for your film, act or ideas.
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The U Network - The University Network
We are a new global cable and satellite station dedicated to providing college-age students with quality, intelligent programming. All of our content is completely by and for university students from around the world, and ranges from talk shows to student films to comedy shows to animation, etc. The great part about TUN is that for the first time ever, students are able to get their message out. They are not being told what their generation should watch. Our network is an outlet for students to air their works, and for them to gain global exposure.
The U Network is also going to be the home of the first national collegiate news broadcast. All of our stories will be revolving around college students and produced by college students. To make this work, we require your help. We would like your students to produce news packages about your area and the news that surround the students that are affected by the different stories. The sooner that you can begin producing and submitting these stories to us, the faster we can broadcast their stories. If you are interested in being one of our affiliates, please get in touch with me as soon as possible. Just in case you are wondering, here are the answers to a few frequently asked questions:
For films:
Length - ANY length is fine.... the longer the better, as long as it's interesting.
Broadcasting - Only NTSC, SECAM, and PAL broadcastable materials will be accepted. This includes, but not limited to MiniDV, DVCam, DVCPro, Beta SP, DigiBeta. You may send us VHS for viewing purposes, but to broadcast, we need the above formats. We will work with you on formatting issues, just send in your stuff.
Format - It's your work... as long as it is broadcast quality, you should be fine. Does that answer that question? If not, please get back in touch with me.
Music - You are responsible for getting music rights approved for your work. We are not liable for music that you use in your work. ORIGINAL MUSIC that you have the rights to is preferred, but if you use someone else's music, you need to get permission in writing that they are ok with you broadcasting it. If you are looking for original music and would like someone to score your film, I suggest checking out www.pnwfilmmusic.com. They can help you to score your film.
Also, while we're on the subject, students need to go to our website: www.theunetwork.com and go to the Student Artists section and download the release form and fax that in to us. If you have difficulty accessing the site, email me back and I will help you out. Our fax number is 765-285-4908. I appreciate you taking the time to reply to me. If there is anything else that I can do to help you, please let me know. Any questions, comments, or concerns that you have, please contact me immediately
We are currently accepting student works from around the world, and are looking to you for content. As far as student films go, we are going to select the best of the best. While most people may believe that prominent film schools, such as USC and NYU, have an advantage over other students, our network shows no prejudice. Talent is talent. And we want to see students from all over the world produce broadcast quality content. We are working with the top agencies in the entertainment industry to help give students the exposure that they deserve. Agencies we are working with include UTA, ICM, CAA, and William Morris Agency. The opportunity is out there, and the content is out there. Now we need you to send it to us. We are going select the top content and air it on our cable and satellite network, and show all other content online via our website. This is an exciting opportunity for students everywhere, and that is why we don’t want anyone to be left out of the revolution. Don’t let your films just sit on your shelf and be seen only by friends and family. This is the chance to get REAL global exposure. If you have any questions, concerns, or comments, I urge you to get in touch with me as soon as possible. Again, this is a great opportunity for students to gain a leg up in the entertainment industry before you even graduate. I look forward to hearing from U.
Regards,
Andy Fadel
andy@theunetwork.com
765.285.4903 main line
765.285.4915 direct line
If you have content that you would like to submit (the sooner, the better), please send it to:
UPS or FedEx
U.S. Mail
The U Network
c/o Andy Fadel
1418 W. Marsh St.
Muncie, IN, USA 47303
The U Network
c/o Andy Fadel
1317 W. Marsh St.
Muncie, IN, USA 47306
Please only submit NTSC, PAL, or SECAM broadcast quality materials. (We will accept VHS if that is all you have)
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America's Best Student Shorts
Glen Echo Associates, LLC
7212 Helmsdale Road
Bethesda, Maryland 20817
Dear Moviemaker,
Student moviemakers are producing great shorts, but few people ever see them. They can be posted on the web, or entered in festivals, for a fee. Yet mainstream audiences are denied the opportunity to appreciate the time, effort, and talent that students have put into their projects, and student moviemakers are denied the exposure they deserve.
America’s Best Student Shorts places great student shorts before the general public. America’s Best Student Shorts is a weekly half-hour TV program that showcases six or eight student projects ranging from one to ten minutes in length and averaging three or four minutes.
America’s Best Student Shorts appeals to a late night audience. It is targeted at independent commercial TV stations in major markets.
We are actively acquiring limited, nonexclusive licenses to include student shorts in the show. The copyright holder retains the copyright and control over the short, and can enter festivals and market the short in other venues.
America’s Best Student Shorts is an excellent way for students to showcase their talents before a broad audience. In addition, we provide an honorarium that can help finance festival entries or launch the next project. The honorarium for the shorts that we license and showcase is $75/minute. The exposure we give student work may well lead to other opportunities to sell rights.
The shorts may be live action, stop action, or animation and any subject or genre, but they must have high production values and they must be entertaining to a late night audience. America’s Best Student Shorts is not aimed at an audience of experimental film cognoscenti.
There is no submission fee. Send the submission agreement along with your movie (VHS or DVD, please) to the address above. Questions? Check the FAQs, then e-mail us.
With best regards,
Tom Hoopengardner, Producer
America's Best Student Shorts
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Here are a few things you will need in order to be ABLE to broadcast on TV:
· One BETA SP (stereo) videotape master of the Picture in the
NTSC format;
· VHS NTSC videotape copies;
· One 3/4" dub from the videotape master, if requested;
· And, if requested, one BETA SP master videotape in the PAL
format:
· And, if requested, any other master tape format (i.e.,
digital, etc.);
· A sample of all advertising accessories available for the
Picture including still photos;
· A dialogue list and music cue sheet;
· Release print(s) in available format if requested and
approved by you for theatrical rental(s);
· Authorization to the laboratories, pre-print materials and
foreign tracks and accessories to accept our orders for materials to permit us to service agreements;
· The copyright registration for the Picture, and other chain-
of-title and insurance information
· Copies of all paperwork giving permission and release for:
use of Actors or statement re/SAG agreement; Writers; all Music;
Trademarks and Logos; Clips or excerpts from other copyrighted
material, and in certain instances, Locations.
If you don't have these things, no one will play this on TV in larger markets.
For free online example of a "music cue sheet -> http://www.royalty-free.tv/rftv/cuesheetsample.htm
* this also means if your stealing copyrighted music, or illegally
using trademarks - you can't submit. You have to pay for that stuff first or replace the music with something original.
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hope these links & addresses help.
- Peter John Ross,
www.sonnyboo.com
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SHORT FORM FILMS
UK Short Film Channel for SKY NETWORK (starts Jan 2004)
http://www.shortformfilms.com/
10 Greek Street,
London W1D 4DH
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7851 4545
(they will accept NTSC DVD's and VHS, but they prefer PAL)
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MOVIOLA
Canadian cable short film channel
http://www.movieola.ca
Submissions
15 Atlantic Avenue
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
M6K 3E7
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SHORT TV
U.S. short film network in several markets in US
http://www.shorttv.com/
Acquisitions
251 53rd Street
Brooklyn, NY 11220
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Giggleshorts TV
TV show for comedic short films
http://www.giggleshorts.com
submissions:
1448 Lawrence Ave. E. unit 19
P.O. Box 62038
Victoria Terrace P.O.
Toronto Ont.
Canada M4A 2W1
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The Independent Film Channel IFC
attn Acquisitions
200 Jericho Quadrangle
Jericho, NY 11753
IFC accepts unsolicited short films (under 30 minutes). Tapes will
not be returned and you will only hear from us if them want to
license your film.
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THE SUNDANCE CHANNEL
Ian Bricke
Sundance Channel Acquisitions
1633 Broadway, 8th floor
New York, NY 10019
If you've got a completed short (30 seconds to 40 minutes) or feature length film (over 40 minutes), they want to see it. Here's what you'll need to send to be considered:
VHS copy of the completed film.
Information packet on the project including (1) brief synopsis, (2)
reviews (if you have any), (3) film festival history, (4) production
notes and (5) director/cast/crew backgrounds
Contact information including your (1) name, (2) postal address, (3) telephone number and (4) email address.
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ROCK THEATRE
http://www.rocktheatre.net
Tennesee cable show
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Mind Ignites
Australian TV distributor of short films
http://www.imaginites.com/webcontent3.htm
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"Tightshorts" is another TV opportunity, but in Southern Calfornia...
http://www.uclatv.com/tightshorts/index.html
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TV VILLAGE -
Papaya Media
ATTN: TVvillage Indie Spotlight
P.O. Box 22501
San Francisco, CA 94122-0501
While we love films of all types, we can air films that are less than 15 minutes long. If your film is longer, please specify which 15 minutes you would like to show
You are granting TVvillage the non-exclusive right to broadcast your film up to four (4) times on cable television.
http://www.tvvillage.com
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The Short List
The Short List
The Production Center
SDSU
5500 Campanile Drive, COM124
San Diego, CA 92182-7601
Phone (619) 246-9496 Fax (619) 462-8266
e-mail: shortlist@mail.sdsu.edu
http://www.theshortlist.cc
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BRIT SHORTS
Britshorts is continuing to acquire titles for its award winning international catalogue of short films. Working hard to expand the number of distribution outlets for short film, we supply content to over ninety syndication partners worldwide.
Send your film to:
Britshorts Ltd
25 Beak Street
London W1F 9RT
UK
http://www.britshorts.com
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VEGAS INDIES TV
http://www.vegas-indies.tv/id10.html
* FYI! they charge $20 per submission! But it is a chance tog et seen on TV.
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OUTSIDER CINEMA SHOWCASE
AND THIS ONE - is seeking shorts, and they claim to be paying up to $1,000 per short. Be sure to tell them ROSS sent ya
http://www.thedreamdepot.com/submit3/index.htm
The Dream Depot is currently seeking shorts for its weekly television show. We’re seeking shorts with a running time of 1 to 21 minutes.
Any original format, any genre – all are accepted and welcome! (Please check out our FAQ page for restrictions on nudity, profanity and graphic violence)
We will pay a flat fee of UP TO $1,000 (depending on the length) for a six-month option for the North American Television Rights to your film. You retain your copyrights.
What we will need from you now:
1. The Film(s) – your 1 to 21 minute production on a DVD (Region 1 or All Region), or VHS (NTSC).
2. Press Information – including synopsis, film production information, cast and crew list, production stills, awards and festivals submissions information.
Please send your film short(s), press and contact information to:
The Dream Depot
PO Box 98
Kilbourne, Ohio
43032-0098
If you have any specific questions, please email us at:
Submit@theDreamDepot.com
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http://www.reeldealtv.com/shorts.php
The Reel Deal
c/o Matthew Glasson
78 Norman Ave, 1st Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Artists who have been selected will receive notification via email or phone with information regarding their episode. Also, once a month, we will select a featured artist from each episode and host their short film on the website for the month that the episode airs.
Showcasing your work on The Reel Deal is in no way exclusive and you're free to submit your pieces to other festivals, showcases and distributors.
Check back to the site for updates, showtimes and featured shorts in the future. Any other questions can be sent to info@reeldealtv.com.
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The Award Winning cable program,
Indie Film Showcase,
is accepting submissions for its new season in the Twin Cities. IFS is a cable program that highlights the work of Independent Filmmakers and exposes their work to the Twin Cities market. 7-8 pm, Saturday and Sunday for a month. No Fees. Send your work in any format (Beta, 3/4, Mini, DVCPro, the 8's) in a SASE for return to
Indie Film Showcase,
2134 Roth Pl.,
White Bear Lake, MN. 55110.
" Also, you can send email to mailto
rolepic2@hotmail.com -------------------------
Independent Cable Channel 53 of St. Augustine, Florida is looking for short films of 5 to 60 minutes. These films will be shown during commercial breaks to support independent filmmakers by providing exposure to a cable television audience. We are looking for any category of films in either color or black and white. Please include a short bio with contact information or a small clip (<30 seconds) included at the end of your submission. All submissions need to be in NTSC format and stored on DVD, miniDV, or SVHS.
If you have a movie that you would like to have broadcasted, then send your film to :
Brian Mitchell
c/o Ancient City Network
1260 N. Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite E
St. Augustine, FL 32084
All films will be reviewed for content and suitability for display. There is no guarantee that all films will be aired. Tapes will not be returned. Submission of film gives ACN the right to air and edit for time if necessary. No payments will be given for submissions.
samg@aug.com
info@ancientcitynetwork.com
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KAOS Network, a non-profit media arts organization in Los Angeles, is currently seeking submissions for a monthly film & video series. This series is dedicated to screening ultra low-no budget, guerrilla, and underground film & video works in animation, documentary, narrative, experimental, etc..... Film/videomakers are encouraged to speak about their work. There is NO ENTRY FEE and all entries must be under 20 minutes, including titles. "We are seeking entries on an onging basis for future shows."
Send it (VHS, SVHS, or 3/4" to:
KAOS (attn: film/video)
4343 Leimert Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(SASE for tape return) for more info: (323)296-5717 or ga6y@earthlink.net
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SHORTS
http://www.geocities.com/theshortsshow/shortpage.html
My name is Dan Schaefer and I produce a local(Portland Metro area)short film television show called "Shorts". Currently we are looking for new and exciting films to be aired on the show. We have had a lot of success with this years programing including shorts from, Mike Wellins(of Will Vinton Studios fame), Webster Colcord(Lucasfilm), Wes Houle(Drug Store Cowboy Lighting designer)and many others. You can go to the website at:
http://www.geocities.com/theshortsshow/shortpage.html
or you can e-mail me directly on how to submit your film at:
theshortshow@yahoo.com
Once we recieve your film you will be notified of it's airtime and airdates. We are looking for original material so keep copyright material in mind when submitting. For instance, music authorization for example. Also NTSC on a DV tape is the best source to send your film on. This can be a problem if you are out of the US and submit on PAL or Seacam formats. Also the quality of DV tape is higher for broadcast that VHS. DVD are difficult to, so please send it on a tape. One other question people have is, "should I submit it if it is an old film? Should I send a current project?". The answer is send your eariest work as well, many people have probably not had the chance to see your work and would like to. So send what you have.
For inquiries send to: theshortsshow@yahoo.com
Send your short film to:
Shorts
TVTV
11375 SW Center St.
Suite B
Beaverton, OR 97005
Thanks,
Dan Schaefer
Producer/Shorts
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Indy Film Showcase
Warren Workman
216 E 600 N
Orem UT 84057
Short film cable show in UTAH that plays in Park City, home of the Sundance Film Festival.
I just thought I would let you know about a new TV show starting it's season this March. The show is called the Indy Film Showcase. As the name hints this is a film critique show but it is ment for the indy filmmaker and indy film fans. The show is to be broadcast all over utah including Park City, the home of Sundance. There is no charge to be on the show (because REAL indy filmmakers have no money). It your interested in haveing your film featured on our show drop me a line at Warren_workman@yahoo.com
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National Lampoon's Comedy Academy
Renowned comedy publisher National Lampoon recently acquired Lorne Michaels' Burly Bear Network to create National Lampoon Networks. We are producing a new program with a working title of "National Lampoon's Comedy Academy" to be hosted by funny girl, Alison Becker. The program features comedic short films, stand-up and sketch comedy from the best up and coming writers, comedians and directors.
We would like to extend an invitiation to all to submit your films, skecthes and/or stand-up acts. Short films may be 30-seconds to 8-minutes in length. Films can be of any nature (animation, film, digital, etc) as long as they have a comedic sensibility. We are happy to view your films on Beta, BetaSP, DVD or miniDV (prefered).
Point your web broswer to the following URL for more info:
http://www.nationallampoonnetworks.com/10_submissions/10_submissions.asp
Should your film be selected, we will contact you. The program reaches 5-millions homes. This is a terrific exposure opportunity for your film, act or ideas.
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The U Network - The University Network
We are a new global cable and satellite station dedicated to providing college-age students with quality, intelligent programming. All of our content is completely by and for university students from around the world, and ranges from talk shows to student films to comedy shows to animation, etc. The great part about TUN is that for the first time ever, students are able to get their message out. They are not being told what their generation should watch. Our network is an outlet for students to air their works, and for them to gain global exposure.
The U Network is also going to be the home of the first national collegiate news broadcast. All of our stories will be revolving around college students and produced by college students. To make this work, we require your help. We would like your students to produce news packages about your area and the news that surround the students that are affected by the different stories. The sooner that you can begin producing and submitting these stories to us, the faster we can broadcast their stories. If you are interested in being one of our affiliates, please get in touch with me as soon as possible. Just in case you are wondering, here are the answers to a few frequently asked questions:
For films:
Length - ANY length is fine.... the longer the better, as long as it's interesting.
Broadcasting - Only NTSC, SECAM, and PAL broadcastable materials will be accepted. This includes, but not limited to MiniDV, DVCam, DVCPro, Beta SP, DigiBeta. You may send us VHS for viewing purposes, but to broadcast, we need the above formats. We will work with you on formatting issues, just send in your stuff.
Format - It's your work... as long as it is broadcast quality, you should be fine. Does that answer that question? If not, please get back in touch with me.
Music - You are responsible for getting music rights approved for your work. We are not liable for music that you use in your work. ORIGINAL MUSIC that you have the rights to is preferred, but if you use someone else's music, you need to get permission in writing that they are ok with you broadcasting it. If you are looking for original music and would like someone to score your film, I suggest checking out www.pnwfilmmusic.com. They can help you to score your film.
Also, while we're on the subject, students need to go to our website: www.theunetwork.com and go to the Student Artists section and download the release form and fax that in to us. If you have difficulty accessing the site, email me back and I will help you out. Our fax number is 765-285-4908. I appreciate you taking the time to reply to me. If there is anything else that I can do to help you, please let me know. Any questions, comments, or concerns that you have, please contact me immediately
We are currently accepting student works from around the world, and are looking to you for content. As far as student films go, we are going to select the best of the best. While most people may believe that prominent film schools, such as USC and NYU, have an advantage over other students, our network shows no prejudice. Talent is talent. And we want to see students from all over the world produce broadcast quality content. We are working with the top agencies in the entertainment industry to help give students the exposure that they deserve. Agencies we are working with include UTA, ICM, CAA, and William Morris Agency. The opportunity is out there, and the content is out there. Now we need you to send it to us. We are going select the top content and air it on our cable and satellite network, and show all other content online via our website. This is an exciting opportunity for students everywhere, and that is why we don’t want anyone to be left out of the revolution. Don’t let your films just sit on your shelf and be seen only by friends and family. This is the chance to get REAL global exposure. If you have any questions, concerns, or comments, I urge you to get in touch with me as soon as possible. Again, this is a great opportunity for students to gain a leg up in the entertainment industry before you even graduate. I look forward to hearing from U.
Regards,
Andy Fadel
andy@theunetwork.com
765.285.4903 main line
765.285.4915 direct line
If you have content that you would like to submit (the sooner, the better), please send it to:
UPS or FedEx
U.S. Mail
The U Network
c/o Andy Fadel
1418 W. Marsh St.
Muncie, IN, USA 47303
The U Network
c/o Andy Fadel
1317 W. Marsh St.
Muncie, IN, USA 47306
Please only submit NTSC, PAL, or SECAM broadcast quality materials. (We will accept VHS if that is all you have)
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America's Best Student Shorts
Glen Echo Associates, LLC
7212 Helmsdale Road
Bethesda, Maryland 20817
Dear Moviemaker,
Student moviemakers are producing great shorts, but few people ever see them. They can be posted on the web, or entered in festivals, for a fee. Yet mainstream audiences are denied the opportunity to appreciate the time, effort, and talent that students have put into their projects, and student moviemakers are denied the exposure they deserve.
America’s Best Student Shorts places great student shorts before the general public. America’s Best Student Shorts is a weekly half-hour TV program that showcases six or eight student projects ranging from one to ten minutes in length and averaging three or four minutes.
America’s Best Student Shorts appeals to a late night audience. It is targeted at independent commercial TV stations in major markets.
We are actively acquiring limited, nonexclusive licenses to include student shorts in the show. The copyright holder retains the copyright and control over the short, and can enter festivals and market the short in other venues.
America’s Best Student Shorts is an excellent way for students to showcase their talents before a broad audience. In addition, we provide an honorarium that can help finance festival entries or launch the next project. The honorarium for the shorts that we license and showcase is $75/minute. The exposure we give student work may well lead to other opportunities to sell rights.
The shorts may be live action, stop action, or animation and any subject or genre, but they must have high production values and they must be entertaining to a late night audience. America’s Best Student Shorts is not aimed at an audience of experimental film cognoscenti.
There is no submission fee. Send the submission agreement along with your movie (VHS or DVD, please) to the address above. Questions? Check the FAQs, then e-mail us.
With best regards,
Tom Hoopengardner, Producer
America's Best Student Shorts
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Here are a few things you will need in order to be ABLE to broadcast on TV:
· One BETA SP (stereo) videotape master of the Picture in the
NTSC format;
· VHS NTSC videotape copies;
· One 3/4" dub from the videotape master, if requested;
· And, if requested, one BETA SP master videotape in the PAL
format:
· And, if requested, any other master tape format (i.e.,
digital, etc.);
· A sample of all advertising accessories available for the
Picture including still photos;
· A dialogue list and music cue sheet;
· Release print(s) in available format if requested and
approved by you for theatrical rental(s);
· Authorization to the laboratories, pre-print materials and
foreign tracks and accessories to accept our orders for materials to permit us to service agreements;
· The copyright registration for the Picture, and other chain-
of-title and insurance information
· Copies of all paperwork giving permission and release for:
use of Actors or statement re/SAG agreement; Writers; all Music;
Trademarks and Logos; Clips or excerpts from other copyrighted
material, and in certain instances, Locations.
If you don't have these things, no one will play this on TV in larger markets.
For free online example of a "music cue sheet -> http://www.royalty-free.tv/rftv/cuesheetsample.htm
* this also means if your stealing copyrighted music, or illegally
using trademarks - you can't submit. You have to pay for that stuff first or replace the music with something original.
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hope these links & addresses help.
- Peter John Ross,
www.sonnyboo.com
