The National Film and Video
Foundation (NFVF) is an agency of the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture
that was created to ensure the equitable growth of South Africa's film and
video industry. In light of the effects of COVID-19 on the film industry, we
have decided to use alternate ways to reach our audience through the
introduction of a Drive-in strategy.
The Drive-In initiative aims to
provide relief to communities hard hit by COVID-19, to offer alternative forms
of entertainment whilst creating job opportunities for SMMEs and providing a
life-line for filmmakers. Although cinemas have been given the green light to
operate under Lockdown Level 3, they will only operate at 50% capacity.
A drive-in initiative will enable
the NFVF to follow through on the support for films funded by the NFVF in a
measured way, whilst assisting filmmakers with distribution methods for their
content to reach audiences. This would also give us the opportunity to partner
with different Provincial structures and municipalities as well as potential
commercial partners.
Opening date for submissions: Submission Date: 10
July 2020
Closing date for submissions:
Submission Date: 24 July 2020
Background
A drive-in
theatre or drive-in cinema is a form
of cinema structure consisting of a large outdoor movie screen,
a projection booth, a concession stands, and a large parking area
for cars. Within this enclosed area, customers can view films from the
privacy and comfort of their cars.
The screen can be as simple as a
wall that is painted white, or it can be a steel truss structure with
a complex finish. Drive-In screenings are uniquely positioned to limit physical
contact yet provide a comfortable viewing space. With the right safety and
healthy measures applied – Drive-Inns screenings can be implemented in the
current lock-down provisions.
This can be extended, in a
limited and safe way, to concession stands for youth-owned businesses to sell
refreshments and masks and hand sanitizers to patrons upon entry. Stringent
measures will be implemented at the point of entry to minimise risk.
Specific conditions are
applicable and applicants need to take careful note of these conditions before
applying.
Eligibility
For the interested service
provider to be considered, they must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen
- The Company to be at least 51% owned and managed by
the applicant
- The Company should have completed at least one
outdoor screening event
- Only previously disadvantaged SMMEs will be
considered
- The Company must indicate the ability to work with
other local service providers
Selection Criteria
Criteria that will be taken into
consideration when assessing applications include:
- The capacity of the company to meet the highest
standards within strict COVID-19 guidelines
- A clear understanding of budgeting and delivery
within budget
- A unique selling point concerning sustainability
and contribution to transformation in the industry
- An NFVF internal panel will be appointed to
adjudicate applicants
- The budget for each drive-in activation is capped
at R150 000
Compulsory Application Requirements
All applicants must submit the
following compulsory documentation:
- CVs of key management
- Budget and proposed screening schedule
- Valid BBBEE Certificate
- Original valid tax clearance certificate (MUST BE
VALID FOR 3 MONTHS)
- Company registration documents
Failure to submit any one of
the compulsory documentation will render the application incomplete and
therefore disqualified for consideration.
CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSIONS:
Friday, 24 July 2020
NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE
CONSIDERED.
For proposal submissions and
queries, kindly email:
distribution@nfvf.co.za or call
011 483 0880.
