GAUTENG FILM COMMISSION — PRODUCTION FUND
The GFC Production Fund provides financial support for the development and production of audio-visual content in Gauteng Province, South Africa. It funds feature films, drama, documentaries, short films, animation, and digital media projects. The fund prioritises stories that raise consciousness in communities, cover heritage, and display the strength, originality and uniqueness of South African stories. Productions should promote patriotism and tell compelling positive SA stories. Documentaries may submit a detailed outline instead of a script but must provide proof of consent from subjects and participants.
Deadline
Call for Proposals is advertised on GFC communications platforms. The Call is open for periods between 14–30 days. Check the GFC grant portal for current open calls.
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Cost
FREE — No application fee
Format
Feature films (fiction and documentary), drama series, short films, animation, multimedia projects, and digital media content. All film formats except reality shows are eligible.
Eligibility
South African owned production companies based in or filming in Gauteng. Priority given to: black filmmakers, young filmmakers, and female filmmakers. Disaggregation targets — Women: 40%, Youth: 40%, Persons with Disabilities: 10%. Applicants must ensure information submitted is accurate and complete, and disclose anything that may influence evaluation. Successful applicants must sign a contract within 15 calendar days.
What You Get
Production funding grant from the Gauteng Film Commission. The fund supports low-budget independent filmmakers who do not qualify for the DTI rebate, as well as filmmakers working in the R2.5-million to R10-million bracket that need support to develop, complete or distribute their projects.
What to Submit
Applications submitted through the GFC online portal only. Required: production concept, script (or detailed outline for documentaries with proof of consent from subjects), detailed and feasible professional budget, letters of commitment/intent from co-producers and funders (for co-productions). No late submissions accepted.
Insider Tips
Concepts should be well-researched with insights that make them plausible to the intended audience. Stories should align with GFC themes: positive stories, heritage, patriotism, and compelling SA narratives. Applications are evaluated by an independent panel of up to five industry experts. The CEO presents panel recommendations to the Board of Directors for final approval.
Check the GFC grant portal regularly — Calls for Proposals are advertised periodically and are open for only 14–30 days. Set alerts for https://gauteng-film-commision.grantplatform.com/
Verify dates and eligibility on the official website before applying.
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