Frequently Asked Questions
When is the submission deadline and what is the entry fee?
The early bird deadline for submissions is November 8th and the final deadline is December 8th. Please see the fees below:
Regular
Affiliate Members
Early Bird Deadline (Nov. 8th)
$30
$30
Final Deadline (Dec. 8th)
$40
$30
How many projects will be selected?
A selection committee will evaluate all applications and choose the participating filmmakers. Five narrative projects and five documentary projects will be selected.
When will I be notified about my application status?
All applicants will be notified of acceptance or not via email no later than Thursday, March 31, 2010.
Will my script and/or submission material be returned to me?
We regret that we are unable to return application materials. All submitted additional materials for projects not selected are destroyed after all final notices are sent.
Does Tribeca All Access own the rights to my project if it is selected for the program?
No. We do request that should your film move into production that you include the Tribeca Film Institute logo in the closing credits along with the words: “A selected project of Tribeca All Access, a program of the Tribeca Film Institute.”
I’m having trouble locating the release form; where can I find it?
Applicants must fill out an application prior to signing the release form and sending in their submission materials. There are separate release forms for Narrative and Documentary so please be sure you are signing the correct release.
The release form appears online at the end of the application process. Click Here to view or download if you are having trouble signing it online.
What is an Artistic Statement?
The artistic statement should briefly explain the director’s and/or writer’s vision for the project and touch on tone and the intended style. You may also wish to describe your motivation for wanting to make the film.
What should be included in my documentary proposal?
Applicants must submit a full and thorough proposal that outlines the intended shape of the documentary, introduces the subject(s) and/or locale(s), and provides an overview of the production team and budget.
Can I mail my digital photo in with my additional materials and application?
Headshots should be submitted online during the application process and do not need to be of professional quality, but should the project be accepted they may be used for promotional purposes so do not submit a photo you would prefer not to see in print. If an online problem occurs while uploading your photo, a digital CD with the photo may be submitted. Image filenames should use the following format: “firstname_lastname.jpg” and should be at least 1200-1500 pixels in either height or width.
How do I know if my project has a “qualified director or screenwriter” attached?
Tribeca All Access promotes the careers and work of those who are traditionally underrepresented in mainstream media. Over the last decade, industry reports have consistently shown a lack of diversity in writing and directing for film and television. Tribeca All Access seeks to address this void through connections and introductions that may lead to future collaborations. Since the programs inception, Tribeca All Access has curated a slate of scripts and documentary works-in-progress that have been extremely diverse in terms of genre, style, theme, and budget range. All of the selected projects have also had at least one director and/or screenwriter attached who identified him or herself as African American, Asian American, Latino, Pacific Islander, Arab American or Native American and women of all races. Applicants should contact the Tribeca All Access program if there are any additional questions on eligibility. Email:allaccess@tribecafilminstitute.org; phone: 212-274-8080 ext.27
Is Tribeca All Access open to filmmakers from around the world?
Applicants must be current residents of the United States or Puerto Rico but do not need to be US citizens. However, TAA builds relationships with filmmakers from selected international organizations (Canadian Film Centre (CFC) and the UK Film Council), who bring participants from their respective countries to take part in the program. Filmmakers coming to the program through an international organization will be selected by the designated organization with the help of TAA. For more information email allaccess@tribecafilminstitute.org.
When do I need to be in attendance for the Tribeca All Access program?
The qualifying director or writer must be in attendance during the entirety of TAA, beginning April 26-29, 2011. If a screenplay does not have a director attached, the screenwriter must be in attendance for the entirety of the program. Producers and other team members are welcomed and encouraged to join during the meetings and other TAA scheduled events when noted. However, the total per project team should not exceed four.
I live outside of New York City. If I am accepted into the program, will Tribeca All Access cover my travel and accommodation?
Tribeca All Access will provide a traveling stipend to help cover the cost of airfare and accommodation for primary participants who do not reside in the New York City metro area.
Note: The stipend may or may not cover the entire cost incurred for travel & accommadations during the duration of the program. Participants who receive a travel stipend will be responsible to arrange his/her own travel details and cover any additional cost outside of what the stipend covers. Participants are required to be in attendance during the TAA program April 26-29, 2011 but are welcomed to attend during the duration of the rest of the Tribeca Film Festival.
If I apply to Tribeca All Access does this cover my application for the Tribeca Film Festival as well?
No. Applicants may not apply to TAA and the Tribeca Film Festival with the same project. Filmmakers with completed films seeking to apply to the Tribeca Film Festival should fill out a separate application by visiting www.tribecafilm.com/festival/.
Will I be able to attend the Tribeca Film Festival as a Tribeca All Access participant?
All primary participants are accredited as a filmmaker at the festival and will be able to accredit up to two additional team members.
I have two (or more) projects that I’d like to submit. Can I apply with more than one project?
Yes. However, separate applications must be filled out for each project.
Can I apply to other TFI programs, such as Tribeca All Access?
Yes! If your project meets the criteria for another TFI program, you are welcome to apply for it by filling out a separate application specific to that program.
I’ve noticed that if I get selected I will receive a grant of $10,000 is this new for the program?
After 8 years of success we wanted to take the program one step further by being able to offer a grant of $10,000 to each program. We hope this would maximize our direct impact of supporting the filmmakers we support.
Are there any stipulation on how I spend the grant if selected?
Participants may use the funding towards any stage of their project including pre-production, production, post production, and/or marketing. Participants will work with the TAA staff to work out the best plan on how to spend the funds. TAA reserves the right to withhold portions of the funding if during a required update/review of the project certain goals and guidelines previous set are not satisfied.
Is there a reason why the program is accepting less filmmakers than it has in the previous year?
Every year we evaluate the TAA program to make sure we stay influential in the field and create the best opportunities for the filmmakers we support, In an effort for our support to have the largest impact, we decided to focus on a more concentrated selection of projects. This will also allow us the room to increase our year round support for the program alumni who are working on new projects or need further assistance on their past TAA project.