May 10, Al Qasimi Foundation Film Grants

Al Qasimi Foundation Film Grants provide modest start-up funding (25,000 AED) to create short films on topics relevant to the United Arab Emirates and the broader Gulf region. Documentaries are prioritized, and up to two (2) grants are awarded annually through a competitive application process. Films produced through the Al Qasimi Foundation Film Grants are screened at the Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival the following year.

Grant Objectives

Increase the number of short films and documentaries on topics relevant to the United Arab Emirates and Gulf region;

Present a wider range of stories about Ras Al Khaimah and the United Arab Emirates;

Support talented young film directors and media professionals to help them establish their careers.

Eligibility

Directors must have a background in filmmaking and/or media studies;

Preference is given to directors who are either (1) current university students who have completed at least two years of their academic program, or (2) have graduated with their BA or MA degree within the last five years;

Directors ideally will have shown at least one film at a film festival in the United Arab Emirates, Gulf region, or overseas;

Proposed story ideas must be for a short film (less than 30 minutes). Documentary projects addressing important topics relevant to the United Arab Emirates and Gulf region are especially encouraged and given funding priority; and

Final films must be in Arabic or English (with subtitles in the other language) to ensure accessibility among diverse audiences.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Al Qasimi Foundation Film Grants

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