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Issued by Thessaloniki Pitching Forum · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls

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Published
8 Oct 2026
Closes
25 Nov 2026
Reference
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Sector
Media, Printing & Advertising

At a glance

Thessaloniki Pitching Forum has published a funding call in media, printing & advertising: “Applications Open for Thessaloniki Pitching Forum”. Submissions close on 25 November 2026, 48 days from today. Quote reference thessaloniki-pitching-forum-2027-co-producing-and-co-financing-platform in any correspondence with the buyer. There are 1,234 open media, printing & advertising notices on FreeTender. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.

Details

The Thessaloniki Pitching Forum is a prestigious platform for co-producing and co-financing creative and TV documentaries, as well as documentaries for children and series. Hosted by the Thessaloniki International Documentary Festival (TIDF), it offers filmmakers from Southeastern Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean, and North Africa the chance to pitch their projects to industry professionals. The next forum will take place from 6 to 11 March 2027, with applications closing on 25 November 2026. The Thessaloniki Pitching Forum aims to support filmmakers by providing a platform to develop and finance high-quality documentary projects. It caters to both established and emerging directors with projects that showcase artistic ambition and visual excellence. Participants will engage in a two-day lab for feedback and advice before pitching to industry professionals. This initiative supports projects at all stages of development that are produced or co-produced in the eligible regions or have thematic ties to them.

Participants can compete for several awards, including

The forum offers accommodation and partial travel reimbursement for selected projects, as well as networking opportunities with financiers and decision-makers. Eligible applicants include directors who have completed at least one short film and projects that are from or related to Southeastern Europe, Eastern Mediterranean, or North Africa. Projects must have both a producer and a director attached and can be at various development stages. The forum is open to feature-length documentaries, TV documentaries, and docuseries.

The forum seeks:

Participating in the Thessaloniki Pitching Forum offers significant exposure to international industry professionals, helping filmmakers secure funding and partnerships essential for bringing their documentary projects to fruition. The forum’s diverse awards and networking opportunities provide a valuable platform for advancing documentary projects on an international scale. For detailed guidelines, visit the official Thessaloniki Pitching Forum page. What is the deadline for applications? The application deadline is 25 November 2026. Who can apply? Directors with at least one completed short film and projects from or related to Southeastern Europe, Eastern Mediterranean, or North Africa can apply. What types of projects are eligible? Feature-length documentaries, TV documentaries, and docuseries from eligible regions. What are the prizes available? Awards range from €1,000 to €10,000, with additional benefits like accommodation and travel reimbursement. Where can I find more information? Visit the Thessaloniki Pitching Forum official page for more details. Eligible filmmakers should thoroughly review the official guidelines and prepare their application materials by the deadline. Participation in the Thessaloniki Pitching Forum could be a pivotal step in advancing your documentary project on an international stage.

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