Zuku TV seeks to commission feature length Swahili films for broadcast on Zuku Swahili Movies. THe film should be between 90-120 minutes long, be in Kiswahili and have English subtitles.
They are looking for submissions that are bold, ambitious, unique, original and bring a fresh outlook to East African television content.
The concept should have a broad viewer appeal and possess the ability to travel across the continent. The cast must be fluent in speaking the Swahili language and may include characters from across Africa.
The Feature Length Swahili Film must:
• Have a strong theme
• A significant, realistic story
• A compelling plot
• Seamless continuity
• Unforgettable characters
• A well-chosen setting
• An appealing visual style
• Be unique, original and fresh
• Be entertaining
• Have a strong, unique selling point
Proposals which can target either a family or mature audience should contain the following information:
1. A Synopsis
2. Full Script
3. Character/Cast Biographies
4. Detailed Treatment and Approach
5. Production Schedule
6. Key Production Personnel
7. A Preliminary Budget
The proposal should be delivered via FTP or Hard Drive, Aspect ratio 16:9. Include a detailed CV of key personnel assigned to the project and references of movies produced in the last 3 years as well.
Proposals should be addressed to:
The Commissioning Editor
Wananchi Programming Ltd
Gateway Business Park, Block E, Mombasa Road
P. O. Box 10286-00100,Nairobi, Kenya
Email: zukuswahilimovies@ke.wananchi.com
Submissions from the wider East Africa region are accepted. The submission deadline is 17th April 2014.