For the first time ever, the Film Consortium TV is opening submissions.

Filmmakers now have the opportunity to submit their documentaries and be part of the Film Consortium TV programming on the prestigious PBS network.

This is your chance to have your documentary work showcased on a renowned platform, reaching a wider audience and celebrating the vibrant stories from our local and locally connected community.

Visit Film Consortium TV here: https://video.kpbs.org/show/film-consortium-tv/

ABOUT FILM CONSORTIUM TV
The Film Consortium channel showcases local filmmakers, talent, and crew who produce professional, independent, and student films in our city. Watch films on a variety of topics, enjoy award-nominated and winning films, or just sit back and watch the San Diego Film Awards, a 7X Emmy-nominated awards show recognizing exceptional film talent in San Diego. Visit Film Consortium TV here: https://video.kpbs.org/show/film-consortium-tv/

ABOUT FILM CONSORTIUM
Since its inception in 2012, the Film Consortium San Diego has been dedicated to fostering a thriving film community in San Diego. It was built with a mission of revitalizing film, television, and new media production in the region through increasing networking, employment, funding, distribution, and educational opportunities.

ABOUT KPBS
KPBS is San Diego's PBS station, offering television programming for all ages. Starting with a full line-up of the most well-researched children's educational programs - like the time-honored SESAME STREET to CURIOUS GEORGE. Add to that KPBS' award-winning news and public affairs programs - including EVENING EDITION and PBS NEWSHOUR, as well as featured local programs that highlight the San Diego community and its culture, people, neighborhoods and issues. KPBS also boasts some of the most critically acclaimed documentary, drama and entertainment programs throughout the week - including MASTERPIECE, FRONTLINE, NOVA, and AMERICAN EXPERIENCE.

SUBMISSION CATEGORIES
Film Consortium TV is looking for:
Documentary Features
Documentary Shorts
Films should be local or locally connected to San Diego, whether by location, cast, crew, or theme.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We seek documentaries that are local or locally connected to San Diego, whether by location, cast, crew, or theme.

San Diego is known for its vibrant cultural scene, stunning coastal landscapes, and diverse communities. Our city has a rich history and a dynamic present, offering a wealth of stories waiting to be told. From the bustling urban life of downtown to the serene beauty of Balboa Park and the historic charm of Old Town, San Diego provides a unique backdrop for compelling documentaries. By highlighting local perspectives and experiences, these films can capture the essence of what makes San Diego a special place to live and visit.

Awards & Prizes

Although there are no awards or prizes, films selected to be featured on KPBS or on the PBS online platform are eligible to submit your program for consideration for Regional Emmy Awards.

Rules & Terms

DETAILED ELIGIBILITY
Documentary films released after January 1, 2015 are eligible for consideration for Film Consortium TV programming. Films should have a clear San Diego and/or Northern Baja California theme or wider theme that clearly affects the San Diego region (example: California drought).

INTENDED USAGE
Films submitted to Film Consortium TV will be considered for broadcast on KPBS and streaming through the PBS App either through compilations (short films), interstitials, or in their entirety. Once selected, filmmakers will be asked to sign a non exclusive licensiagreement that gives Film Consortium TV and KPBS the right to the following:

Broadcast: the non-exclusive right, in the Territory during the License Term, to broadcast, rebroadcast, transmit or otherwise make the CONTENT available via FCSD’ (a) public television station, (b) satellites, including without limitation direct broadcast satellites (“DBS”), (c) noncommercial cable station, and (d) live linear broadcast streaming on digital platforms (e.g. PBS Video App, YouTube TV).

On-demand streaming: the non-exclusive right, during the License Term, to make available for on-demand streaming of the CONTENT and/or excerpts on FCSD.org and the PBS Video App CONTENT library platforms without charge to the viewer.

Digital use: the non-exclusive right to make the CONTENT and or excerpts available for use on digital and social media platforms and channels. (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube).

DISQUALIFICATION
Film Week reserves the right to disqualify films for any reason and without explanation.

REFUNDS
All submission fees are NON-REFUNDABLE.

MEDIA AND MATERIALS
We cannot guarantee that any media and materials provided will be returned unless specific requests are made.