The ATVF mission and objective are simple. Imagine gaining access to pros working in the television business today. Now imagine getting personalized help and constructive support in taking your premise or short reel to the next level. You would have access to feedback, schedule meetings with producers and begin to convert what you’ve been dreaming about into a full blown series on a television or web outlet.

The panel of producers at ATVF has a proven track record in selling, producing and directing TV programing for cable and network outlets. And even if you don’t make it to the final development phase, for those who are in the ballpark, we’ll give a meaningful and constructive critique of your video. Maybe it’s just a little tightening of a couple of edits or the needed addition of a montage that is holding the piece back. Maybe the music is telegraphing the wrong message. Whatever the reason, your experience at ATVF will give you a clearer idea of where your work stands in relation to the marketplace.

Prizes include camera equipment and other cool production gear. The Grand Prize is a one year development contract with DRL MEDIA to fully develop your concept and ultimately bring it to major network, cable and Internet distributors. We’ll also screen the finalists online as well as hosting an intimate private screening at a premier venue in NYC for the winners.

The 2009 Festival Dates (above), are provided for you to plan and prepare for participation in the 2009 Access TV Video Festival. While unanticipated, ATVF reserves the right to change the dates published here and by doing so will not void this agreement. ATVF will notify the Filmmaker in writing of the date change and this agreement shall remain in effect.