What is PITCH? A grant for youth to create media that promotes social change issues they care about 10 media projects will be funded Young people partner with non-profit organizations And then… what is it not? This is not a free video to promote your non-profit This is not a grant to create a fun horror film or series of selfies or the latest best love story

To qualify Age Any gender Groups are welcome to work together Living in the Seattle area Partner with a non-profit organization Experience media maker You must apply with the online application Be available to PITCH in person: January 26, 2016

Audio Poster campaign Photography Video Web Animation Apps Games Journalistic Poetic Documentary Collage Autobiography Experimental Eligible Media Possible Styles

The Application Process 1.The online application is the first step.online application 2.Approved applicants will be invited to do pitch presentations on January 26 th at Adobe. 3.From this pitch group we will choose 10 projects to fund.

A select list of non-profits is available in the FAQ. If you need more help finding a partner let us know. Application Notes Be specific. Who are you trying to reach? What are some ways you might reach them? What is your personal investment? 3-4 sentences is great here. See slide on budgets Share an appropriate media sample that you had a role in making, it should be something that shows you can accomplish your project A working title is fine, you can change it later

Budget can be spent on Equipment (eg: cameras, microphones, lighting) Supplies (eg: backdrop, costumes, art supplies) Pizza party for your crew Artist stipends (not to exceed 35% of budget) Space rental Notes on budget Make sure your budget is clearly tied to your proposed project and the needs of that project

Mentors If your project is chosen for funding we will match you with a mentor to help you for up to 20 hours. The mentor is not your media teacher, s/he will advise you and help you keep your project on track. The mentor needs to approve the budget before we issue funds.

Nov. 9, 2015: Launch meeting & Application Available Dec. 18, 2015: Applications due Jan. 8, 2106: Applicants invited to PITCH session Jan. 26, 2016: PITCH session at Adobe Jan. 29, 2016: Grants awarded Feb. 9, 2016: Mandatory contract meeting May 6, 2016: Projects due Timeline

Sample Videos Eat my Words, Don’t WasteEat my Words, Don’t Waste The Girl Effect Amazing

For fantastic poster samples 615/ 615/ Photography example Chris Jordan Notes on posters and photography Consider doing a series of posters or photos (see next 3 slides). Consider interesting ways to distribute or share (see 4 th slide after this).

Apps Stop and Search App Siren Games Tampon Run Games for Good Websites The Slavery Footprint

What makes a great pitch? Conviction and clarity Research Share why you care Keep it short Be creative in your presentation methods

The application is available at: Contact us with questions: Malory Graham: Marisa Vitiello: