Initiated by Radio Télévision Suisse (RTS), this exciting pitching competition aims at promoting creative documentary filmmaking in French-speaking Switzerland, where eight new documentaries in early development will be presented.
Taking place during the VdR–Industry days in Nyon, Switzerland, the RTS pitching, initiated by Radio Télévision Suisse (RTS), promotes innovative documentary filmmaking in French-speaking Switzerland. This unique forum showcases eight new documentary projects in early development, offering participants a chance to present their ideas to industry professionals. The best feature film project is awarded CHF 10,000 in development funds, supporting the creation of projects with strong creative vision. This competition fosters a collaborative environment to advance original Swiss documentary projects aimed at reaching a wide audience.
Access: Please note that only people with Industry accreditation and Networking accreditation can access this event. As capacity is very limited, we strongly recommend arriving early to secure a seat. Priority will be given to invited guests.
- Deadline for applications: Tuesday 27 January 2026
- Final selection of projects: Wednesday 18 February 2026
- Prix RTS pitching showcase in Nyon: Sunday 19 April 2026
- RTS Award ceremony in Nyon: Thursday 23 April 2026
- Each project by a Swiss filmmaker or a filmmaker based in Switzerland must be submitted by a production company headquartered in French-speaking Switzerland, which has produced more than 2 different works in the last 3 years.
- Producers may submit one or more projects. If they submit multiple projects, each project must come from a different author.
- The submitted project must require a particularly significant development phase for the documentary’s completion.
To read more about the eligibility criteria, see the complete rules and regulations here.
The application form is available on the RTS website here.
To learn more about the rules and regulations for submitting to the Prix RTS showcase, click here.
