ACE/FIAF-funded projectionists' workshop in Bern, June 2026. Photo: Raff Fluri

Projectionists’ Workshops 2026-27

Applications are open until 10 September. See below how to apply.

Following the success of the first two years of this scheme, the ACE and FIAF are joining forces once again to support ACE members and/or FIAF affiliates based in Europe which are willing to spread and reinforce the knowledge and practice of analogue film projection. The idea of the Projectionists’ Workshop project is based on a common will to keep this craft and experience alive, and to support current and future colleagues in this field by offering them a platform for learning and sharing. 

The funding offered (a total of 2,000€ per workshop) should help the selected hosting institutions to organize short Projectionists’ Workshops aimed at practicing professionals and motivated participants. It is expected that the workshops will attract participants by region and language, for the comfort of participants and to avoid long-distance travel. The financial contribution from ACE and FIAF can be used for honoraria, production of educational materials, accommodation, travel costs, and meals. 

The workshops should focus on knowledge exchange and best practices, for example in terms of repairs and maintenance, contact lists for suppliers of equipment and spare parts, and connections among projectionists. The workshops should also be open to projectionists not (yet) working for an archival cinema. 

How to apply?

Eligible applicants: ACE members and/or FIAF affiliates based in Europe.

Financial allocation: The ACE and FIAF will contribute a total of 2,000€ towards the costs of organizing the workshop. The funding will be obtained after the event, upon presentation of receipts.

Eligible expenses: Honoraria for invited experts/instructors, accommodation, travel costs, meals and coffee breaks, and production of educational materials.

Evaluation criteria:

• Completeness of the application form
• Clarity of the aims and content of the proposed workshop
• Adequacy of the premises and equipment
• Affordability of the event for the hosting institution
• First-time applicants particularly encouraged

Please include the following information in your application:

• Name of the organizing institution
• Region/language of the workshop
• Contact information of responsible person(s)
• Place of the workshop
• Dates of the workshop
• Hours of the workshop per day/proposed schedule
• Number and profiles of the instructors
• Maximum number of participants your workshop can host
• Estimated itemized budget
• Please describe the specific aims, content, and structure of the workshop you propose to host
• Basic description of the projection equipment used during the workshop

Applications (written in English, French, or Spanish) must be sent by email to projectionists@fiafnet.org by 10 September 2026. Please make sure you address all the points listed above. Applications received by the deadline will be evaluated by representatives of FIAF and ACE and selections wil be announced by the end of September 2026. Note that the selected workshops are expected to take place by May 2027.

A written report and photos of the event should be submitted by the institution hosting the workshop to projectionists@fiafnet.org no longer than two months after the workshop has taken place. These reports will allow the ACE and FIAF to evaluate the effectiveness of this joint initiative.

Any questions about this scheme? Please write to projectionists@fiafnet.org.