The deadline for applications for the “2016 Subsidy Programme for the Production of Original Animation Short Films”, organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC), is 12 April, at 5pm. All interested parties are welcome to take this chance to apply for the Programme.

The “2016 Subsidy Programme for the Production of Original Animation Short Films” launched initially last year, is part of the “Subsidy Programme Series for Macao’s Cultural and Creative Industries”. It aims to spur the development of Macao’s animation industry, nurture local talents in animation creation, production and planning, enhance their creativity in planning and storytelling techniques and encourage the production of original animations by the sector, as well as promote local animation development through participation in exhibitions, public screenings and online promotion. Successful applicants will receive a subsidy of up to MOP 240,000 for the production, promotion and marketing of the animation short films.

The Programme’s information, regulations and application forms can be downloaded at the IC’s website (www.icm.gov.mo/cn/CCI-Subsidy) and at the Macao Cultural and Creative Industries Website (www.macaucci.com). Applicants should submit all required documents to the Department for Promoting Cultural and Creative Industries of the Cultural Affairs Bureau located at Cultural Affairs Bureau Building, Tap Siac Square, Macao before 12 April, 5pm. For enquiries, please contact Mr. Leung or Ms. Choi, staff members of IC, through tel. no. (853) 8399 6286 or 8399 6293, during office hours.