The Next Exposure program supports the completion of high quality, original, director-driven low budget independent films from both emerging and established filmmakers who have completed 80 percent of principal photography within Suffolk County. Grants of $6,500 will be awarded to two filmmakers in 2010 and will be administered by the prestigious Tribeca Film Institute, located in New York City. Recipients will be selected by the Tribeca Film Institute and members of the Suffolk County Long Island Film Commission.

Application Deadline: August 30, 2010
Award Notification: September 27, 2010

“Our county is expanding its presence in film production with state-of-the-art production facilities, tax incentives, and a variety of shooting locations. This grant program provides our local filmmakers with an additional tool to get their films made and to the marketplace.” County Executive Steve Levy

Next Exposure Grant Guidelines
Next Exposure Grant Application