OPEN CALL

BASECAMP LOCARNO 2026

For Emerging Filmmakers from Georgia The Locarno Film Festival’s BaseCamp program is opening its doors once again for a new edition taking place during the festival in Locarno, Switzerland, from August 2–12, 2026.

In collaboration with Documentary Association Georgia and 17/07 Productions, two participants from Georgia will be selected to join this year’s international BaseCamp community.

BaseCamp is a creative residency and interdisciplinary platform bringing together young artists and filmmakers from around the world during the Locarno Film Festival. For ten intensive days, participants live together, attend screenings, discussions, workshops and artist talks, while exchanging ideas and building connections within an international creative community.

This open call is addressed specifically to emerging filmmakers and people pursuing a path in cinema.

WHO CAN APPLY

– Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old

– Applicants must have been living in Georgia for the past 5 years

– Open to emerging filmmakers and cinema-related practices, including:

• directing

• screenwriting

• acting

• editing

• cinematography

• sound

• film criticism or film studies

• producing 

– A strong command of English is required, as all BaseCamp activities are held in English

– Knowledge of one of the Swiss national languages — French, Italian or German — is considered a strong asset

Applicants do not need to have completed professional works, but should demonstrate a strong interest and commitment to cinema and visual storytelling.

WHAT IS COVERED

– Accommodation during the residency

– Festival accreditation

– Breakfast and access to BaseCamp activities

Please note: travel costs to Switzerland are currently not covered, and participants should be prepared to contribute partially to transportation expenses.

Deadline: June 7, 24:00 CEST, 2026

Contact:

📧 info@doca.ge | 📞 +995 599 476 326