Researchers Scheme Articles / Film Fund News Posted by Admin on Dec 19, 2005 - 09:47 AM Deadline for Researchers is now 9am on Monday 16 January. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity. Cornwall Film is launching a new RESEARCHERS SCHEME to help develop local production companies and build research and development opportunities and expertise in Cornwall. The deadline for applications from both Production Companies and Researchers is 5 January 2006 LOOKING FOR PRODUCTION COMPANIES - RESEARCHERS SCHEME Three factual programming Researcher posts in Cornwall-based production companies will be part funded by Cornwall Film from February 2006 via the RESEARCHERS SCHEME. The scheme aims to develop local talent and to generate a greater number of successful commissions for the companies involved – an opportunity to avoid ‘feast and famine’ production conditions. The Researcher posts will be supported by training and specialist mentoring, including direct contact with commissioners. Researchers will work with the Factual Pilot Project Director to develop links between production companies, freelancers and commissioners. One of the three researchers will also be selected for additional training under Channel 4’s Researcher Scheme. Companies hosting a Researcher post will need to demonstrate a commitment to developing new talent and Cornwall’s media industry, the support and expertise required to develop the Researcher’s skills and ideas, and accessible office facilities. Companies should bring experience in the development and production of factual programming, strong links to commissioners and a viable company business plan. The Researcher post must be additional to existing staff. The posts will initially be part funded for nine months. We hope to extend the posts for a further three months until February 2007. Cornwall Film will offer successful production companies up to 50% of salary costs of £16,000 per annum (i.e. £6000 towards a nine month post or £8000 towards a twelve month post). This will need to be matched in cash by participating production companies, who will also cover all NI costs and company overheads. It is hoped that the posts will be continued by the companies beyond February 2007. COMPANIES interested in applying to host one of the three researcher posts should submit a completed RESEARCHERS SCHEME application form, company business plan, recent company accounts, CVs and a covering letter to Cornwall Film by 5 JANUARY 2006. The covering letter should detail how companies meet the criteria outlined above and explain why appointing a researcher would generate real growth for the company at this stage in their development. Companies will need to be available to shortlist and appoint researchers in January 2006. The shortlist will be notified on 17 January 2006 for interviews in Truro on 27 January 2006. The posts will start in mid February 2006. Please feel free to call us if you have any questions about the scheme or application process. LOOKING FOR RESEARCHERS - RESEARCHERS SCHEME The role of the Researcher will be to research and support the Production Company’s expansion into new markets; developing project ideas to access these. • Defining and working to an agreed delivery plan that identifies target markets (i.e. specific broadcasters, alternative distribution models) and appropriate milestones to achieve to reach these. • Gathering up to date information on commissioners, potential sponsors and financiers. • Developing programme ideas from concept to taster tape – both originating ideas and developing projects generated by others in the company. • Developing links with the local industry and peers to support the growth of the company. This is not an entry level post. Applicants will need to demonstrate appropriate training, probably to degree level. You will need previous experience of working in this area, and an awareness of the expanding markets for factual programming. You will have a commitment to working in Cornwall and an understanding of the specific needs of the local media industry. You will have a strong awareness of the audience and demonstrable ability to successfully research and develop ideas. You will be computer literate with practical video making skills and a keen desire to learn and to grow your expertise and contacts. You will be a self-starter, able to work hard and productively within a small team. The right attitude will be key to making the most of this unique opportunity. Shortlisted applicants will be informed of the three companies selected. At that stage, you will be able to demonstrate a particular interest in one company if requested. RESEARCHERS interested in applying for one of the three posts should send a CV with covering letter to Cornwall Film by 9AM ON MONDAY 16 JANUARY 2006. The covering letter should detail their skills, training, relevant experience and commitment to Cornwall and explain what they could bring to the companies involved in the scheme. Once the companies have been selected, researchers will be shortlisted by the companies and Cornwall Film. The shortlist will be notified in the week of 17 January 2006 and must be available for interviews in Truro on 27 January 2006. The posts will start in mid February 2006. This article is from Cornwall Film   http://www.cornwallfilm.com/ The URL for this story is:   http://www.cornwallfilm.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=26