National competition for creative content that emphasizes uniting Moldovans, highlights their diversity and aspiration to build a great future together.
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What is the main goal of PITCH.MD?
To develop the creative content (in Bulgarian, Gagauz, Romanian, Russian, Ukrainian or any language spoken in the Republic of Moldova) and to promote stories of UNITING MOLDOVANS, celebrating Moldova's shared values, highlighing positive changes in the country, and encouraging Moldovans to take an active part in the FUTURE OF THE COUNTRY. Tell Moldovan stories through different forms and formats for digital and traditional media, cultural and innovative platforms to celebrate Moldovan values that makes us stronger!
PITCH.MD is an open competition for experienced creative professionals, digital and social media content creators, producers, filmmakers and all types all types of artists from both banks of the Nistru River, who would like to receive support for the development of new creative projects, extension of existing, successful initiatives or improvement of their marketing/technical skills.
All projects submitted to the PITCH.MD should enhance the sense of uniting a multicultural and multilingual Moldovan society, inform the public about positive trends and results achieved by a democratic nation, reach audiences in any or all parts of the country, foster positivity about inclusivity and tolerance, and uphold the shared values of the people of Moldova.
PITCH.MD is an open competition for experienced creative professionals, digital and social media content creators, producers, filmmakers and all types all types of artists from both banks of the Nistru River, who would like to receive support for the development of new creative projects, extension of existing, successful initiatives or improvement of their marketing/technical skills.
All projects submitted to the PITCH.MD should enhance the sense of uniting a multicultural and multilingual Moldovan society, inform the public about positive trends and results achieved by a democratic nation, reach audiences in any or all parts of the country, foster positivity about inclusivity and tolerance, and uphold the shared values of the people of Moldova.
PITCH.MD welcomes the content in any of the following formats:
- short form content (videos of 1 min-10 min long) for YouTube, TikTok, and any other digital/social media platforms,
- scripted series (which could include animated series),
- non-scripted programs for TV (such as documentaries, reality, discussion, game shows, magazine-type shows, discovery-type shows, comedy show, etc.),
- pilot episodes,
- short films,
- podcasts or audiobooks,
- theatre and performances,
- game development, visual art, XR (extended reality) and VR (virtual reality) projects, interactive content, and
- music concerts, art exhibitions or any other in-person events.
1) "UNITING MOLDOVA": What are the shared cultural and civic values that unite Moldovans?
Projects could, but are not limited to, address the following examples:
2) "THE FUTURE OF MOLDOVA": How is Moldova progressing as a peaceful, democratic and European country?
Projects could, but are not limited to, address the following examples:
Projects could, but are not limited to, address the following examples:
- The natural and cultural strengths of Moldova. What are the modern and traditions, foods, art, culture or nature that make Moldova a modern, vibrant European country.
- Diversity of Moldova. How do Moldova's various languages, ethnicities and cultures come together to make a stronger country?
- United history of Moldova. How did historic events shape the current situation and what challenges did previous generations overcome that could inspire Moldovans today.
2) "THE FUTURE OF MOLDOVA": How is Moldova progressing as a peaceful, democratic and European country?
Projects could, but are not limited to, address the following examples:
- What does EU membership mean for Moldova? Using experiences from other countries, show how EU accession will make Moldova a more prosperous, inclusive and independent country.
- Innovation driving progress. Demonstrate how new sectors of the economy, reforms, activists and culture are improving Moldova. Inspire Moldovans to get involved in creating a modern, vibrant economy and culture.
Eligible participants of PITCH.MD could be, but are not limited, the following categories:
- Existing social media or YouTube channels or accounts,
- Production houses,
- Artists,
- Theatre groups,
- Creative start-ups, Independent Moldovan media outlets (digital and traditional), and
- Independent Noldovan media outlets (digital and traditional), and
- Non-government organizations or cultural associations.
- An opportunity to develop your creative idea! Anyone who comes up with an idea or who is already working on a creative project are welcome.
- Semi-finalists of PITCH.MD will receive feedback from local and international judges and experts who will evaluate each submission's strengths and potential. These experts will provide advice to help each semi-finalist to refine their ideas and develop its market potential.
- Finalists will receive technical and financial support to fully develop their ideas.
- International professional jury of PITCH.MD will identify six winners of the competition who will receive all the production development material and services required to produce the submitted idea (PITCH.MD reserves the right to award fewer or more awards depending on the applicant pool and total size and scope of the production).
- Winners of PITCH MD will also receive personalized consultations with local and international experts who will give their in-person expert advice on how to refine each project.
Please download the Application Form.
Submit the application before the deadline, September'26th 2022, via email at the following address: welcome@pitch.md
Submit the application before the deadline, September'26th 2022, via email at the following address: welcome@pitch.md
APPLICATION FORM for PITCH.MD
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Competition's timeline
September 9th 2022
Launch of PITCH.MD and call for applications
September 26th 2022
Deadline for applicants to submit their concepts to PITCH.MD
September 27th – October 2nd 2022
Selection of PITCH.MD semi-finalists
October 3rd 2022
PITCH.MD announces and notifies semi-finalists
October 3rd – 8th 2022
Semi-finalists refine their pitch with support from a panel of international judges of producers
October 9th 2022
Semi-finalists pitch their ideas to the international jury
October 11th 2022
Winners of PITCH.MD oficially announced and notified
October 12th – 28th 2022
Finalists receive in-person support from judges and technical expert mentors.
March 30th 2023
Creative content Gala showcase of the final products by the winners of PITCH.MD
Important: Finalists have to complete their project (or a portion of it proposed) by February 2023.
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