The Points North Pitch is now open for submissions. Part of CIFF’s two-day Points North Documentary Forum, the pitch is a unique opportunity to connect with key funders, broadcasters and distributors in an intimate setting on the picturesque coast of Maine. Past delegates include heavy hitters from HBO, POV, ITVS, Sundance Institute, Discovery, BBC, ARTE and more. Selected projects receive accommodations, a travel stipend, 2 VIP passes to the festival and an intensive pitch training session. Awards include a $1000 cash prize provided by Documentary Educational Resources, $10,000 Modulus Studios Finishing Fund, $3000 scholarship to the Maine Media Workshops and three consultations with the Tribeca Film Institute. The deadline is August 9.

For more information, visit: http://camdenfilmfest.org/pointsnorth