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Lens of Change: Open Call for Young Filmmakers (AU-EU Youth Voices Lab)

A rolling recruitment campaign for emerging filmmakers across Africa and Europe to join the AU–EU Youth Voices Lab database.

Selected filmmakers will be engaged on a project basis to:

  • Document youth-led advocacy and community impact
  • Produce short documentaries (3–15 minutes)
  • Create social media edits and event highlights
  • Amplify voices of young people driving social transformation

Grants range from €765 to €1800 per project with opportunities for international collaboration and portfolio expansion.

Deadline

Rolling recruitment - apply anytime

Verified 1 week ago

Cost

Free

Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Age: 18-35 years old
  • Location: Based in Africa or Europe
  • Experience: Background in storytelling, filming, and editing
  • Passion: For social impact and youth advocacy
  • Availability: For project-based engagements

Ideal Candidates:

  • Emerging filmmakers seeking international exposure
  • Creatives passionate about social transformation
  • Documentarians interested in youth-led initiatives
  • Editors capable of producing social media content

What You Get

Financial Support:

  • Grants ranging from €765 to €1800 per project
  • Project-based compensation for documentary work

Professional Development:

  • Join a pre-vetted network of emerging filmmakers
  • Collaborate with international partners
  • Expand your professional portfolio
  • Cross-continental visibility for your work

Creative Opportunities:

  • Produce short documentaries (3–15 minutes)
  • Create social media content
  • Document youth-led advocacy initiatives
  • Contribute to cross-continental dialogue

What to Submit

Application Requirements:

  1. Portfolio showcasing previous filmmaking work
  2. Statement of Interest explaining your passion for social impact storytelling
  3. CV/Resume highlighting relevant experience
  4. Availability for project-based engagements

Submission Process:

  • Apply through the official application form
  • Review the Terms of Reference (TOR) for detailed criteria
  • Rolling recruitment - apply anytime

Insider Tips

To Stand Out:

  1. Showcase Social Impact: Highlight previous work on youth advocacy or community transformation
  2. Demonstrate Technical Skills: Include examples of documentary filmmaking and editing
  3. Express Cross-Cultural Interest: Show enthusiasm for Africa-Europe collaboration
  4. Be Specific: Link your skills to the types of projects mentioned (documentaries, social media edits)
  5. Highlight Availability: Emphasize readiness for project-based work

Key Focus Areas:

  • Youth-led advocacy documentation
  • Community impact storytelling
  • Social transformation narratives
  • Cross-continental dialogue

Verify dates and eligibility on the official website before applying.

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