Arts Council Malta

09/06/2026

🎬 Maltese project selected for Let's Pitch Some Shorts! 2026

Arts Council Malta is pleased to share that a Maltese short film project has been selected for the 11th edition of Let's Pitch Some Shorts!, the international workshop and pitching forum supporting emerging European filmmaking talent.

The call, promoted earlier this year, attracted a record-breaking 78 applications from across Europe. Following a highly competitive selection process, only 11 projects were chosen to participate, representing Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Malta, Montenegro, Serbia and Slovenia.

The selected Maltese project will now join fellow participants in Zagreb, Croatia, for an intensive development workshop led by award-winning producer and EAVE mentor Roshanak Behesht Nedjad. The programme will culminate in a public pitching forum, where participants will present their projects to an international audience of film professionals and industry experts.

We congratulate the Maltese team on this achievement and wish them every success as they continue developing their project and showcasing Maltese talent on the European stage.

More info here: https://www.mediadesk.hr/novost/11-kratkometraznih-filmova-odabrano-za-11-izdanje-radionice-i-pitching-foruma-lets-pitch-some-shorts-u-zagrebu

🎬 Let's Pitch Some Shorts! 2026 – 11 Emerging Voices from Across Europe!

📍 Zagreb, Croatia | 🗓️ 15 – 18 June 2026
🎤 Public Pitching Forum: 18 June, 10:30 AM, Kaptol Cinema Boutique
📝 Registration required: rebrand.ly/rifl9zj !

📣 The Creative Europe Desk – MEDIA Office Croatia proudly announces the 11 selected short film projects for the 11th edition of Let's Pitch Some Shorts!, the international workshop and pitching forum spotlighting Europe's most promising emerging talents, taking place from 15 to 17 June 2026 at the University VERN', including the pitching forum, to be held on 18/6/2026 starting at 10:30 AM at the Kaptol Cinema Boutique in Zagreb.

This edition received a record-breaking 78 applications, out of which 11 standout projects were chosen — representing a powerful blend of storytelling voices from Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Malta, Montenegro, Serbia and Slovenia.

🎞️ Selected Projects & Creative Teams:

🇨🇾 Lost Boys | Writer/Director: Christos Artemiou
🇲🇪 About The Dead | Writer/Director: Matija Jovanović · Producer: Makina d.o.o.
🇨🇿 Time, Space and Everything in Between | Writer/Director: Savva Dolomanov · Producers: FAMU & 8Heads Productions
🇪🇪 A Storm in a Teacup | Writer/Director: Teele Dunkley · Producer: Ajafilmid
🇬🇷 The Killing of An Angry Student | Writer/Director: Vangelis Dikopoulos · Producer: Atalanti AE
🇭🇷 The Shallow Sea of Granny Dora | Writer/Director: Petra Cicvarić · Producer: Noa Nikolić (Woodz production)
🇭🇷 Reverse Cowgirl | Writer/Director: Timna Tomiša · Producers: Jelena Mađarić & Karla Lulić (Dobar film)
🇭🇺 Once In A Lifetime | Writer/Director: Bálint Erkel · Producer: Evelyn Balogh (Non Lieu Film Productions)
🇲🇹 I Wanna Be Your Dog | Writer/Director/Producer: Angélique Muller
🇸🇮 Bloody Honour | Writer/Director: Jurij Drevenšek
🇷🇸 Two Peach Juices | Writer/Director: Lora Džolić · Producer: Bludni Sin

🎓 Led by Acclaimed Mentor: Roshanak Behesht Nedjad / In Good Company 🥳

An award-winning German producer and EAVE mentor, Roshanak brings decades of experience from across the international film industry. Her film Mission Ulja Funk premiered at Berlinale and exemplifies the kind of bold, youthful energy she will help cultivate throughout this year's workshop.

🏆 Prizes & Opportunities:

👉 €3,000 for the best pitch
👉 Baltic Pitching Forum Award — online script consultancy + one accreditation to the 2026 Baltic Pitching Forum (incl. three nights' accommodation)
👉 International Screen Institute Award — participation in the Market Ready Programme, Vienna, 19–23 October, 2026
👉 Free accreditation to the Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Market 2027 for the main winner
👉 Consultancy prize from European Short Pitch
👉 Festival & distribution strategy support from Sayonara Film
👉 T-Port Online Market offers all participating filmmakers the hosting of their films on its online platform connecting short films with the international film industry, as well as a 50% discount for its next online training session in July (regular price €69, discounted to €35).

Collaboration 🤝

In collaboration with the SFC | Rendez-vous Industry / Cinema de Demain / Festival de Cannes: two accreditations are offered to the chosen project-holders, granting access to the 4-day industry events in Cannes FF 2027.

🧑‍⚖️ 2026 Jury:

Rimante Daugelaite (Baltic Pitching Forum)
Florian Fernandez (SFC | Rendez-vous Industry / Cinéma de Demain / Festival de Cannes)
Esther Krausz (International Screen Institute)
Adam Selo (Sayonara Film)
Kruno Trninić (screenwriter & director)

🤝 Organised by:
The Creative Europe MEDIA Desks from Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Montenegro, Serbia and Slovenia in collaboration with:
Film Center of Montenegro, Arts Council Malta and Organisation for European Programmes and Cultural Relations (Cyprus)

✨ Let's Pitch Some Shorts! is not only a professional training platform but a safe and inclusive space for the exchange of diverse perspectives, underrepresented voices, and bold new storytelling.

More info here: rebrand.ly/nhg7rdd !

Creative Europe Desk - MEDIA Office Croatia
Kreativní Evropa(Creative Europe MEDIA Desk Czechia)
Filmski centar Crne Gore
Desk za Kreativnu Evropu - Crna Gora
Creative Europe Desk Cyprus
Organisation for European Programmes & Cultural Relations - ΟΕΠΠΣ
Γραφείο Δημιουργική Ευρώπη MEDIA - Creative Europe MEDIA Desk Greece
Kreatív Európa Iroda
Loov Euroopa(Creative Europe MEDIA Desk Estonia)
CED Slovenia(MEDIA)
Desk Kreativna Evropa Srbija
Arts Council Malta
Sayonara Film
Clermont-Ferrand Short Film Market
European Short Pitch
Baltic Pitching Forum
International Screen Institute
T-Port Online Film Market
Kaptol Boutique Cinema
VERN

09/06/2026

🚀 We’re hiring!
Arts Council Malta is looking for a Service Support Coordinator (Strategy) to join our Strategy Team.

Are you organised, detail-driven, and passionate about Malta’s cultural and creative sectors? This could be your next step 👀

✨ What you’ll do:
✔️ Support strategy programme coordination
✔️ Keep workflows, documentation & communication on track
✔️ Help with reporting, content & programme delivery

📧 Apply now:
Send your CV, motivation letter & certificates to [email protected]
https://artscouncilmalta.gov.mt/en/opportunitie/call-for-service-4/

⏳ Deadline: 6th July 2026 at noon

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09/06/2026

09/06/2026

🎨 Looking to engage with current European discussions on cultural policy, artistic freedom, and cultural resilience?

The European Alliance of Academies is inviting applications for the re:create Europe Webinar Series 2026, bringing together cultural professionals from across Europe to explore policy frameworks, civic engagement, artistic practice, and strategies for resilience.

📅 Applications are open until 15 June
🔗 Learn more and apply: https://allianceofacademies.eu/open-calls/

08/06/2026

A month since. A look back on the opening of the Malta Pavilion at the Biennale di Venezia.



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08/06/2026

📢 Thinking of applying for The President’s Fund for Creativity 2026?

There’s still time to join today’s E-info session and get a better understanding of the fund, including eligibility requirements, application guidelines, and key objectives.

🗓 Today, 8 June 2026
🕛 12:00 noon
🔗 Join the zoom session: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81632162805?pwd=Z854ESowe2UUMyVnGUvznO0BDBhMae.1

The session will also feature practical tips and an opportunity to ask questions.

Interested in applying for the 2026 edition of The President’s Fund for Creativity?

Join us for an E-info session to learn more about the scheme’s objectives, eligibility criteria and application process.

Date: Monday, 8th June 2026
Time: 12:00hrs noon
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81632162805?pwd=Z854ESowe2UUMyVnGUvznO0BDBhMae.1

Managed jointly by Arts Council Malta and the Office of the President of Malta, the scheme supports participatory creative initiatives that engage hardly-reached and marginalised communities through arts and culture.

The session will provide practical guidance and will include a Q & A session.