Travel Grants Available for Film Industry Trade Mission to LA
Bord Scannán na hÉireann/ the Irish Film Board (IFB) is leading a trade mission to Los Angeles from 18th to 22nd February 2008, and is encouraging Irish industry professionals to take part. This is an opportunity to develop new and existing business relationships with North American filmmakers, with the aim of attracting North American production to base in Ireland, whilst also seeking North American partners for Irish film and television in development.
To this end Culture Ireland is kindly providing 15 travel grants of €1500 each which will be available to Irish producers to allay the cost of travel and accommodation associated with taking part in this trade mission.
The focal point of the week will be the Irish Film Board Los Angeles’ Annual U.S. Industry Reception at the Mondrian Hotel, co-hosted by Culture Ireland and Enterprise Ireland.
The Irish Film Board’s Los Angeles office has also negotiated a discounted hotel rate of $199 per night (excluding tax) at the Grafton Hotel (www.graftononsunset.com) from Saturday February 16th – Saturday February 23rd. A limited number of rooms are available. Ask for the Irish Film Board rate when making your reservation.
Further details on the application procedure can be downloaded from this page and all applications should be sent directly to Christine Sisk (ChristineSisk@dast.gov.ie) at Culture Ireland.
The deadline for receipt of applications is Wednesday 9th January 2008.