Created specifically for Scotland-based documentary directors, the WRITE NOW Early Stage Development Documentary Fund provides grants (up to £3,000) and tailored support for the early development and writing phase of a director’s first or second feature-length documentary.
This funding and support is to help these directors take a deep dive into the context around their films, secure access and research the stories of their protagonists, and consider how that might translate onto the screen.
The WRITE NOW Fund is designed to provide an initial boost to kickstart the creative process and lay the first building blocks for a strong foundation to develop a feature documentary. The directors who will have access to this fund can use this opportunity to take risks, explore their story, and have time to think, write and plan ahead.
Our aim is to give momentum to distinctive, creative, and story-driven films – applicants should make it clear how their project meets these criteria, and how the funding and support from SDI would have an impact.
WEBINAR & SURGERIES
Join our upcoming online sessions to discuss the practicalities of Write Now, the application process, eligibility, and more. Please note that registration is required.
- Write Now Webinar
Thursday 24 October | 12pm — 1pm
Register via Zoom - Write Now 1:1 Surgeries
Wednesday 6 November | Online
Book your slot - Thursday 7 November | Online
Book your slot
HOW TO APPLY
Please read the WRITE NOW Essential Info before applying. For any further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out: writenow@scotdoc.com.
Scottish Documentary Institute is committed to offering clear and accessible application processes open to everyone. If you wish to request this information in alternative formats, please get in touch no later than Monday 28 October.
We offer access support to disabled applicants, tailored to individual requests and our team can offer advice to new applicants and support them to make an application.