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Win a 12-day Filmmaking Assignment to Tanzania!

Travel Film Scholarship Frequently Asked Questions

Eligibility

  • Am I considered a professional filmmaker?

    Have you been regularly commissioned to make films (in any genre) or derive more than 25% of your income from any aspect of filmmaking? If so, you would be considered a professional and therefore not eligible to apply.

    If you're still learning the craft of filmmaking and if creating films is responsible for less than 25% of your income, then you’re eligible to apply. This may mean you have had a few films commissioned in the past, or keep a regular video channel of your own – but it isn’t your full-time gig.

    We appreciate that the filmmaking industry is difficult to break into and there are a lucky few who can count themselves as professional full-time filmmakers. This scholarship is a learning experience for a budding filmmaker and the judging panel will be selecting the person who they feel will most benefit from the learning opportunity.

    So, whilst we are not stipulating exactly what does and does not constitute a professional, please consider the spirit of the mentorship program and whether you think you would make the most ideal candidate.

  • I speak very little English. Will this be a problem?
    In order for you to get the most of this mentorship, you will need to be able to understand and converse with your mentor, Brian Rapsey. Brian only speaks English, so while English does not have to be your first language, you will need to have conversational English for this scholarship.

Applications

  • Can a pair or team submit an application?
    No, each film must be submitted by an individual filmmaker. While in previous years we have allowed team submissions, this year we're looking for an individual applicant, who need nothing more than a camera and a sense of adventure to unearth a great story.
  • Can I make a video in my local language with English subtitles?
    Yes, you may submit a film in your local language however, if people in your film are speaking a language other than English your film must include English subtitles. Keep in mind that English skills are paramount as our mentor Brian Rapsey only speaks English.
  • Can I include music in my film?
    Yes, you can include music in your film. However, please be aware, you will need to follow the guidelines outlined by YouTube & Vimeo. If you use copyrighted music, you run the risk of your entire audio track being stripped from your video.
  • Can I use photos in the film?
    Yes, you can use photographs in your film. However, a film compiled solely of photographs will not be considered – you need to demonstrate your skill with the moving image.
  • Do I have to interview someone in the film?
    Being able to interview a subject is an important skill in documentary making. Your film should showcase your ability to coax a good story out of your subject. To fulfil the scholarship brief you will need to interview a traveler with a great story – show us how they traveled and the emotions they felt during their experience. You will find out what they have done, where they have been, what kind of person they are, and why you find them interesting. We want you to bring to life their compelling travel story to life and share their unique philosophies, quirky travel rituals and fascinating curiosities.
  • Can I use footage shot by someone else?
    While the majority of the footage should be your own, you may use some footage captured by someone else, provided you have permission to use it within your film. By applying for this scholarship you warrant that your application is original, owned by you and is in your own words.
  • My film is under/over three minutes is that okay?
    All films under three minutes will be considered. If you watch our previous winning films they're all between two and three minutes, so make the most of the timeframe provided. If your film is over three minutes, it will not be judged – no exceptions will be made.
  • So the film I apply with will be available for the public to view?
    Yes, your film must be publicly available to view and will be publicly displayed on our website. If your film is behind a password-gate, it will not be considered. If you would like your film removed from the World Nomads website please email scholarships@worldnomads.com with the title of your film. Please note, your personal essay and contact details will not be made public.

The Trip

  • What will the winner win?
    The successful applicant will receive the following:
    • Return economy airfare from the nearest international airport to Tanzania.
    • A 12-day, all-expenses-paid trip in Tanzania courtesy of our friends at OneSeed Expeditions.
    • A three-day, all-expenses-paid post-production workshop with professional filmmaker and scholarship mentor, Brian Rapsey.
    • $1000 USD worth of Langly gear.
    • $1000 USD worth of audio equipment courtesy of RØDE Microphones.
    • The cost of any relevant visas and vaccinations and travel insurance for the duration of the trip from World Nomads.
  • What will I have to produce during and after the trip?
    Under the mentorship of Brian Rapsey you will be shooting a short five to seven-minute travel documentary, and you will then attend a post-production workshop in Tanzania to commence your editing work. Within two months of your return, you will complete your video and submit the piece to World Nomads. You will also be required to keep a daily diary about your time on the trip and write about your experience on the World Nomads website.
  • Will I need to bring my own equipment? If so, what gear do I need to bring?
    Yes, you will need to bring your own equipment. You will need to have a camera capable of capturing reasonably good quality video and audio. DSLRs and camcorders are preferable, GoPros and iPhones are less preferable – simply because you are limited in what you can do with them. However, if you are able to demonstrate you have an excellent eye for a story and an excellent grasp of visual language, we will look past gear limitations.
  • What will the mentorship entail?
    Every day on assignment, you'll catch up with your mentor Brian to review your footage, discuss your story direction and ply him with your filmmaking questions.
  • How can I prepare for my trip?
    Prior to departure, we'll work with the winner to flesh out themes, story lines and potential filming ideas... Then we'll let you loose to research and get amongst it!

Troubleshooting

Have a question? Ask us below. 

Please note: Due to the large number of questions we receive, any question already answered in the above FAQ section or within the comments section will not be answered again.

Important dates

10 July Applications close
8 August Winners announced

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