Deadline: 09-Feb-2026
The Teledoc Campus program, supported by the Dutch Film Fund, NPO, CoBO, and the NPO Fund, offers emerging filmmakers the opportunity to develop and produce high-quality, cinematic, and unconventional 25-minute documentaries. The program provides structured development and production funding, mentorship, and exposure to professional television and cinema environments. Selected filmmakers gain hands-on experience, from research and scriptwriting to full production, fostering careers in documentary filmmaking.
Overview
Teledoc Campus is a professional initiative designed to support emerging Dutch filmmakers in producing cinematic and unconventional short documentaries. The program provides funding, guidance, and practical experience in the television and cinema industries. It is a collaboration between the Netherlands Film Fund, NPO, NPO Fund, and CoBO, aiming to nurture new talent in documentary filmmaking.
Program Objectives
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Support high-quality, unconventional 25-minute documentaries
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Provide mentorship and industry guidance for aspiring directors and producers
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Offer development and production funding to bring documentary projects from concept to completion
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Expose filmmakers to professional television and cinema production environments
Funding and Structure
Development Phase
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Supports research and creation of a documentary script
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Selected plans receive development funding to refine ideas and strengthen storytelling
Production Phase
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Projects that pass the second selection round receive production funding
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Filmmakers complete a professional 25-minute documentary under mentorship
Selection Process
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Initial Submission: Filmmakers submit proposals
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Development Selection: Public broadcasters and the Film Fund evaluate proposals for development funding
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Production Selection: Projects with completed scripts undergo a second evaluation to receive production funding
Who Is Eligible?
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Emerging directors and producers seeking to create short documentaries
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Teams or individuals aiming to gain experience in professional television and cinema frameworks
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Filmmakers with high-quality, cinematic, and unconventional documentary concepts
How to Apply / How It Works
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Prepare Proposal: Include project concept, story outline, target audience, and production plan
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Submit Proposal: Follow the official Teledoc Campus application process
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Development Funding: If selected, receive financial support for research and script creation
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Production Funding: After script development, projects may be selected for full production funding
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Final Deliverable: A 25-minute documentary ready for cinema or television
Tips for Applicants
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Focus on originality and cinematic quality
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Highlight the unconventional aspects of the documentary
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Present a clear development plan and timeline
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Emphasize team capability and readiness for professional production
FAQ
1. What type of documentaries are eligible?
Short, cinematic, and unconventional 25-minute documentaries by emerging filmmakers.
2. Who can apply?
Aspiring directors and producers in the Netherlands, individually or in teams.
3. How is funding structured?
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Development: for research and script creation
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Production: for completing the documentary
4. What is the selection process?
Two-stage evaluation by public broadcasters and the Dutch Film Fund—first for development, then for production funding.
5. What experience do participants gain?
Hands-on experience in professional television and cinema environments, from concept to final production.
6. Can teams apply?
Yes, both individual filmmakers and teams are eligible.
7. When is the application deadline?
The next submission deadline is February 9, 2026.
Conclusion
Teledoc Campus provides emerging filmmakers with a structured pathway to develop and produce high-quality, unconventional documentaries. By combining funding, mentorship, and professional exposure, the program equips participants with the skills, experience, and industry connections necessary to advance their careers in documentary filmmaking.
For more information, visit Dutch Film Fund.