Screen Producers Australia (SPA) has introduced the Simpsons Pitching Competition, offering feature film producers a chance to secure $10,000 in development funding, legal services, and exclusive meetings with potential partners. The competition will take place during the Screen Forever conference in April.

Sponsored by Simpsons Lawyers, the event will see four finalists present their projects live on stage to an industry jury on Wednesday, April 29. The winner, announced during the conference, will receive:

• $10,000 in development funding
• Legal services valued at $3,000
• Curated one-on-one meetings at the SPA Connect In-Person market

SPA CEO Matthew Deaner highlighted the competition as a way to support bold storytelling in Australia’s screen sector. “The Simpsons Pitching Competition is a fantastic addition to Screen Forever, providing feature film producers with a high-profile platform to present their projects to industry decision-makers,” he said.

Mark Bamford, director at Simpsons Lawyers, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership and the opportunity to address challenges in accessing development funding. “We hope the competition will bring some attention to the issue and move the needle, at least a little, for the successful applicant,” he commented.

Applications for the Simpsons Pitching Competition open on Monday, February 23, and close on Sunday, March 22. Producers are encouraged to prepare their pitch decks and project synopses ahead of the application period.

Screen Forever 40 will be held from April 28-30, with the Online Global Market taking place the week prior, from April 21-22. More information about the event is available on the official website.

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