ZDF launches creative competition "Show Up!
With a competition for young talent to pitch show ideas, ZDF is specifically seeking to engage with young creatives in the media industry. The pitch competition, titled «Show Up!,» begins on Monday, May 27, 2013.
"Show Up!" is aimed at young talents in the TV industry - students of media studies, TV employees such as writers, producers, TV realizers and employees of young production companies that have been in existence for no longer than three years. The age limit for participants is 30. Participants can submit ideas and concepts for TV shows until August 27, 2013. A jury will select the eight best concepts from all submissions, as detailed in a press release. The eight finalists will then be given the opportunity to present their concept at a pitch final on ZDF. The winner will have the opportunity to further develop their concept together with ZDF. Further information and the exact conditions of participation can be found at Showup.zdf.de
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