CALL FOR PROPOSALS — DG EAC No 66/04

MEDIA PLUS

Support for the development of production projects (‘media new talent’, single projects and slate funding)

(2004/C 272/11)

1.   Objectives and description

The aim of MEDIA Plus (Development) is to support the development of production projects for the European and international markets in the following genres: fiction, creative documentaries, animation and multimedia.

2.   Eligible applicants

Only independent companies whose main activity is audiovisual and/or multimedia production are eligible for support. Applicant companies must be established in one of the following countries:

Applicant companies must also provide evidence that they have the previous experience of audiovisual production required in accordance with the guidelines.

3.   Budget

The total budget earmarked for the cofinancing of projects is estimated at EUR 17 million. Financial assistance from the Commission cannot exceed 50 % of the total eligible costs (60 % for projects highlighting Europe's cultural diversity). The maximum subsidy in the case of slate funding is EUR 150 000. For single projects it varies between EUR 10 000 and 80 000 depending on the genre.

4.   Deadline

Applications must be sent to the Commission between 9 November 2004 and

5.   Detailed information

The complete guidelines together with the application forms are available on the website http://europa.eu.int/comm/avpolicy/media/index_en.html. Applications must comply with the requirements set out in the guidelines and be submitted using the form provided.