Travel Scholarship for Aspiring Documentary Filmmakers

Aspiring Documentary Filmmakers Invited to Apply for Scholarship With Chance To Be Screened on National Geographic Adventure Channel

Apply for a World Nomads’ scholarship and kick off a film career into the Ecuadorian jungle with documentary producer Trent O’Donnell. The resulting documentary will be reviewed by the National Geographic Adventure Channel for possible inclusion in its upcoming show schedule.

The Ecuadorian adventure to be documented is a special project in sustainable tourism with Gap Adventures, exploring the Amazonian jungle and home staying with the indigenous Quichua community. Pre and post trip lodging will be accommodated by Hostelworld.com.

Application deadline is August 1, 2010.

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The Ultimate Adventure Travel - Nature Film Making Seminars With National Geographic

Have you ever wanted to be a nature filmmaker? Now you can. Elevate Destinations, a boutique travel services company specializing in high-quality, environmentally responsible travel and philanthropy, offers the chance to learn from the pros and make your own nature film in Kenya and Panama.

With hands on instruction by National Geographic filmmakers and professional scientists and unparalleled access to innovative conservation and community efforts, you will learn the techniques necessary to film wildlife behaviors, beautiful scenery and local residents and create a film to share with your friends, family, and the world. No experience necessary!

Trip Details:

Filmmaking retreat in the heart of the Panamánian rainforest

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