Open Door Documentaries
Do you, or a group that you're involved with, have something to say to the people of New Zealand? Morningside Productions offers you the opportunity to make a documentary for television.
We are looking for applications for the Open Door documentary series 12. If you're actively involved with an issue - be it social, sexual, political, family or whatever - a door is about to open again on TV3 Network Television.
Open Door is unique in that it allows groups and individuals to speak for themselves. The format is straightforward. Only people directly involved in the issues appear on the screen, rather than "experts" and commentators, or outside observers. The programs are made using the expertise and equipment of the production team but with participants taking editorial control - nothing will appear in the program that you're not happy with.
Open Door offers the opportunity to let people have their own say in their own way. We are looking for people with firmly held opinions and an energetic commitment to a matter that they're actively involved in. The key to the success of the process is having a clear idea of what you want to say.
The programs, which are fully funded by New Zealand On Air, will be broadcast by TV3 (who have the final say on which 10 proposals are chosen). Many of the previous participants also found that the DVD copies of their program proved to be a valuable and lasting resource.
For further information, visit our website at: www.opendoor.net.nz .
You can apply to make a program directly from the site, or send a brief outline of your interest or issue to:
Morningside Productions Ltd
PO Box 108, Kaukapakapa.
Phone: (09) 473 1676
Email: morningsideproductions@xtra.co.nz