Filmfort is partnering with Boise-based production house Story & Pixel and Different Animals Cinema Systems to award a full equipment and crew package to the Director with the best short film pitch!

The winning proposal must feature a short film concept that can be shot in a single 12-hour day within 30 miles of the Treasure Valley (Boise). The prize includes a complete cinema camera package with cinema lenses, as well as an experienced film crew, including a Director of Photography, Gaffer, Key Grip, 1st AC, 2nd AC, and Location Audio. Additionally, the winner will have access to a fully stocked Grip Truck & Lighting Package, bringing the total prize value to over $10,000 (not redeemable for cash).

5 semi-finalists will be selected to pitch their project in a 10-minute live session on March 29, during the week of Treefort Music Fest at Idaho Film Society (please note venue is 21+). The winner will be announced that same day at the Local Gems screening at Filmfort, 4:30 PM at The Flicks.

Production Prize Package Details:

Story & Pixel Camera and Crew package: Director of Photography and 1st AC, along with A and B Camera setups. Lenses, Monitors, Wireless setups, Gimbals, Rickshaws, Nodo Wheels, etc.

Different Animals Grip & Electric Truck and Crew: Gaffer and Key Grip. 2x Aputure 1200d, 2x Aputure 600d, 2x Aputure 300d, 2x Aputure 60d, Aputure Nova, Godox F60$10k value 0, Titan Tubes, Helios Tubes, Sidus Link Pro, 3 Ton Grip package.Parameters: Shooting must take place in a single 12-hour day, within ~ 30 miles of Treasure Valley, Idaho.

Submit your pitch no later than 3/24 to be considered for the semi-finalist round on 3/29.