PITCHING 

• TIMELINE

  1. When is the submission deadline?

Submission period: May 12, 2025 (12:00) to July 11, 2025 (12:00) (UTC+08:00).

Visit the PITCHING page on the TCCF website and choose the segment you wish to submit to. Click on “Submission” and follow the instructions to complete your submission.

Applicants who submit for the "Project" segment by 23:59 on June 15 will be eligible for a discounted rate of TWD 1,200 per entry.

   2. What is the selection process? When will the results be announced?

A jury consisting of local and international industry professionals will be invited to evaluate the submitted projects.

The list of selections and jury members will be announced in early September on the TCCF website. 

   3. When does the workshop start? How long does it last?

The two-day workshop for the "Project" segment will take place on the weekend prior to the main pitch event, while the "Story" segment workshop is scheduled for October. To ensure you're well-prepared for the big day, the workshop will include one-on-one discussions and pitch practice with an assigned mentor. They will assist you in reviewing content, clarifying the project direction, and enhancing the quality of your pitch.

•  HOW TO APPLY

   1. Is the TCCF website the only method for submission, or can it be done via email?

Only submissions through the designated TCCF submission system will be accepted. Other forms of submissions will not be considered.

   2. What information and materials are required for the submission?

Kindly refer to the Submission Guidelines on the PITCHING page.

   3. Does the submission need to be completed in both Chinese and English?

Kindly refer to the attachments in the Submission Guidelines, as the required information may vary depending on the pitch session. Please complete each section according to the instructions provided.

   4. Can I make changes to a submission after it has been submitted?

You may save your details before submitting and continue editing it the next time you log in; however, no changes can be made after submission. Therefore, please review all details carefully. 

   5. Will I receive a confirmation email after my submission?

No. After submission, you may check the status anytime in the submission system by going to “My Projects”. Submissions marked as “submitted” indicate successful completion.

   6. What is the required format and intended purpose of the submitted work link?

Since past works will be reviewed by the jury, we recommend uploading your work to a cloud storage service (with link permissions set to 'anyone with the link can view') and sharing the link, or providing a link to a publicly available version of the work. Please make sure to check the video quality and its sharing permissions.

• SUBMISSION ELIGIBILITY

  1. I have already applied for other grants or subsidies for my project/work. Am I still eligible to submit it to TCCF PITCHING?

• Yes, you are still welcome to submit to TCCF PITCHING and further expand your opportunities for international collaboration.
• Selected projects will be eligible to apply for TAICCA’s Creative Content Development Program (CCDP), while awarded projects may apply for Option 2 of Taiwan’s International Co-funding Program 2.0 (TICP 2.0). Such applications must still meet the program’s eligibility criteria and successfully pass the investment review process. 

Please note that projects which have already received development or production grants from the Ministry of Culture of Taiwan are not eligible to apply for CCDP. However, they may still apply for TICP 2.0.

   2. I previously submitted to TCCF PITCHING but was not selected. Can I resubmit the same project/work?

Yes, you may resubmit the same project/work; however, please ensure that the project/work details reflect the latest available information according to this year's instructions and requirements.

   3. Can I submit different projects/works for different categories? Can I submit multiple projects/works for the same category?

• Project:
  • The same applicant may submit multiple distinct projects and may also apply across different sessions.
  • A project may only be submitted for a single category (Feature Film, Series, Documentary, Animation).
• Story:
  • Submitted works must have a complete and fully developed story, and must have been published between 2023 and November 3, 2025.
  • A work may only be submitted for a single category (Fiction & Non-fiction, Comics).

   4. When submitting to the “Project” segment, is it compulsory to list all key team members? (Can I still submit if only some of the producer/writer positions have been confirmed?)

Yes, all key team members must be listed. Since PITCHING is primarily aimed at encouraging the creation of original content and fostering collaboration by bringing together domestic and international resources across various sectors, including feature film, series, animation, and documentary, it is recommended that your team is complete and clearly defined. This will help facilitate the successful advancement of the project.

   5. Are publications by foreign authors eligible for submission to the “Story” segment?

With the exception of Shoot the Book! TCCF, which is open to French and Taiwanese-published works, “Fiction & Non-fiction” and “Comics” sessions will only accept original Taiwanese works. The author must be a citizen of the Republic of China (Taiwan), and the work must be published in Taiwan.

   6. Can I submit to the “Story” segment as an individual author, or must I submit through a publisher?

You may submit as an individual author if the following conditions are met:

•  The author must be a citizen of the Republic of China (Taiwan).
•  Submitted works must have a complete and fully developed story, and must have been published between 2023 and November 3, 2025.
•   Applicants must hold the rights to authorize third-party adaptations of the original work into a film or television, and the work must not have been previously licensed for screen adaptation.
•   If the work is authorized by a publisher or agency, it is recommended that you coordinate with them before submitting. If the work is selected, the PITCHING organizer reserves the right to request relevant documentation from the author.

   7. If the adaptation rights for the work have been sold for film or television, either domestically or internationally, but other rights are still available for sale, is the work still eligible to submit to the “Story” segment? 

If the work has partially sold its film and television adaptation rights but still retains other rights available for sale, submission is permitted. However, please clearly specify which rights have been sold and which remain available for negotiation at the time of submission.

• FEES AND PAYMENT

  1. Is there an entry fee? How do I make payment?

• Project:
  • Follow the instructions on the designated submission system to complete your payment. Only submissions with completed entry fee payments will be considered valid.
  • Ｗe accept online payment by credit card.
• Entry Fee:

   1) Early bird rate: NT$1,200 (from May 12 to 11:59 PM, June 15)

   2) Regular rate: NT$1,500 (from 12:00 AM, June 16 onwards)

• Story:
  • Applicants whose works are selected for the open pitch in the “Fiction & Non-fiction” or “Comics” session must pay a fee of NT$1,200 upon receiving their selection notice. 
  • Unselected works and unsuccessful applicants are not required to pay any fees.

   2. If my project/work is not selected, will the application fee be refunded?

Entry fees are non-refundable, regardless of the selection outcome.

• PITCHING WORKSHOP

   1. Why is it necessary to attend the pitching workshop once my project/work has been selected?

To ensure you're well-prepared for the big day, the workshop will include one-on-one discussions and pitch practice with an assigned mentor. They will assist you in reviewing content, clarifying the project/work direction, and enhancing the quality of your pitch.

   2. How many team members are required to attend the workshop?

At least one and up to two team members are required to attend, with the person responsible for presenting the pitch on stage being required to participate fully.

   3. What if I am unable to attend the workshop? Can I take a leave of absence?

To assist the team in fully preparing for the pitch, all selected teams for the public pitch are required to attend the workshop. If the person responsible for presenting is unable to attend, please notify the organizer as soon as possible and designate a representative familiar with the proposal to participate. 

   4. If we do not attend the workshop, will it affect our eligibility to pitch?

Attendance at the workshop is mandatory. Teams that miss the workshop without a valid reason will forfeit their eligibility to present their pitch on stage, and the submission fee will not be refunded.

• RESERVING A MEETING 

   1. After a project/work is selected, how can participants schedule a meeting for matchmaking and business discussions? 

The organizer will make the meeting reservation system available in October. Selected teams, investors, and award organizations may pre-arrange meetings with potential partners before TCCF officially begins. During the event, one-on-one meetings will be held at the PITCHING Meeting Zone and Business Center.

• OTHERS

   1. If my submission is not selected, can I still sign-up to attend TCCF PITCHING as an audience?

Yes, you may. The TCCF website provides the option to purchase TCCF Badges, sign-up for sessions, and reserve meetings. Kindly purchase a badge first, and then proceed to register for the sessions you wish to attend via the PITCHING page.

   2. Am I eligible to participate in other TCCF sessions if I have been selected for the PITCHING section?

Each selected team will receive 4 TCCF Badges, which can be registered for on the TCCF website once the session sign-ups are made available. If the selected team required additional badges, they may be purchased directly on the TCCF website.

MARKET 

• EXHIBITOR BOOTH REGISTRATION

   1. When will the booth registration begin?

Booth registration is now open for international exhibitors and will open for Taiwanese exhibitors on June 3, continuing until all spaces are filled. All exhibitors must upload their exhibition materials between August 18 and September 8.

   2. Who is eligible to register for a booth?

• Taiwanese and foreign television stations, channel operators, OTT platforms
• Taiwanese and foreign film and television production companies and distributors
• Taiwanese film and television co-productions and resource service organizations
• Taiwanese film and television emerging technology companies (including: post-production, animation special effects, virtual reality, augmented reality, etc.).

   3. What equipment and services will be provided for the booths?

Basic booth specifications: 

   1) Basic booth partition x 1

   2) Company name signboard x 1

   3) Carpet x 1

   4) Table and chairs set x 1 (1 table & 4 chairs)

   5) Lighting fixture

   6) Storage cabinet with lock x 1

   7) Display screen x 1

   8) Vertical hanging scroll poster x 1 (including production and installation)

   9) Electrical outlet x 2 (110V/15A)

 10) Brochure stand x1

   4. How many badges will each exhibitor receive?

Each exhibitor will receive 4 TCCF Badges and 2 Work Badges. Further details on badge collection will be provided via email after the list of exhibitors is announced.

• TCCF Badge: TCCF Badge holders may activate and utilize the meeting reservation or session sign-up functions on the TCCF website. Exhibitors may also access the venue freely during the event by presenting their badge.
• Work Badge: The Work Badge grants venue access only and does not include access to meeting reservation and session sign-up functions.

   5. Can we decorate the booths any way we want?

For registered exhibitors, the organizer will provide one set of standard booth facilities (please refer to the Exhibitor Package for details on standard equipment). If you plan to decorate your booth independently, please make sure to complete and submit the Booth Decoration Declaration Form within the specified deadline, and refer to the guidelines outlined in the 2025 TCCF Exhibitor Briefing as well as the regulations of Nangang Exhibition Center regarding booth setup.

For custom booth decoration, a formal application must also be submitted to the organizer within the designated period. Construction may only proceed upon approval.

If you have any questions, please contact the TCCF Market Team at market@tccf.tw.

   6. Can we get a refund if we are suddenly unable to participate and have already made the payment?

Unfortunately, TCCF does not offer a refund once the payment is already made.

• PAYMENT, REVIEW, UPLOADS

   1. I participated in the TCCF MARKET last year. Do I have to re-upload the same information again?

Yes, please re-upload the information on your company and works, along with other relevant materials.

• MEETING RESERVATION

   1. Where will the meetings be held?

You may book one-on-one meeting spaces at the venue or use the space inside your booth.

   2. How can I reserve a meeting?

Instructions will be provided after the list of exhibitors is announced.

   3. Who can reserve meetings?

If you are an exhibitor or professional participant this year, you may reserve meetings during the meeting reservation period. Please refer to the announcement on the TCCF website.

   4. When are meeting spaces available for use each day?

• November 4 (Tue) to 6 (Thu): 10:00-17:00
• November 8 (Fri): 10:00-15:00 

Due to limited meeting spaces, reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. We apologize for any inconvenience.

• BADGES

   1. What is the purpose of a TCCF Badge? Can I attend any TCCF event with the badge?

A holder of a TCCF Badge may enter all areas of the venue. However, certain sessions may have restrictions due to limited spots or different badge categories, so please sign-up in advance in accordance with requirements.

   2. How do I acquire a TCCF Badge?

You can acquire a TCCF Badge by purchasing via  Accupass using the link on the TCCF website during the badge sale period, or purchase one at a ticket counter during the event.

   3. Where can I buy a TCCF Badge?

During the badge sale period, TCCF Badges must be purchased via Accupass using the link on the TCCF website. If you do not purchase a badge before the event commences, you may still purchase one at a ticket counter during the event.

   4. How much does a badge cost?

• TCCF Badge: On-site price TWD 1,800; Online discounted price TWD 1,500
• One-day pass: TWD 500

Prices are subject to change; please refer to on-site announcements.

   5. What’s the difference between the TCCF Badge and the one-day pass?

TCCF Badges are valid for all four days of the event and are not single-day passes. Only badges purchased before the event can be used to log in and activate your account for meeting reservation and session sign-up functions. 

The online discounted price is TWD 1,500. On-site purchases are priced at TWD 1,800 and only grant access to the exhibition areas — they do not include access to meeting reservations and session sign-ups.

Single-day passes will be available on-site for TWD 500, and are valid for one day only.

   6. Where do I pick up (redeem) my TCCF Badge?

Visit our ticket counter during the event period and present your QR code on printed paper or mobile phone to redeem your badge.

   7. What should I do if I lose my TCCF Badge?

• For those who purchased in advance please present your confirmation email at our ticket counter to receive a replacement badge.
• For those who purchased a one-day pass on-site, please present the purchase receipt.

   8. I work in the media and I did not get a badge in advance. How can I enter the venue?

If you have notified us in advance that you will be covering the event, please contact your TAICCA representative for further assistance.

   9. I am an exhibitor, what should I do if I do not have enough TCCF Badges?

This year’s TCCF is a paid event where badges must be purchased. Each exhibitor can obtain a certain number of badges for staff use in accordance with the terms and conditions. Exhibitors with additional needs can purchase TCCF Badges online starting in October. Stay tuned for the official announcement of the exact date.

 10. I bought a one-day pass yesterday. Can I use it to enter the venue today?

No, one-day badges are only valid on the date of purchase. Only TCCF Badges can be used for multiple days.

 11. Can I get a refund for the TCCF Badge I bought?

TCCF Badges are non-refundable. This is because once you complete the payment, you will gain immediate access to exclusive content and special features on the website. To ensure the rights and fairness of all paying users, refunds are not available.

 12. I forgot to bring my TCCF Badge. Can I get one printed on-site?

Yes, you can apply for a replacement badge at a ticket counter with your purchase confirmation email (one time only). If it happens more than once, a handling fee of TWD 500 (equivalent to the price of a one-day pass) will be charged for each replacement.