Sheffield Doc/Fest (5-8 November 2008) has opened submissions for MeetMarket, the unique pitching initiative, where, in pre-scheduled match-made one-on-one meetings, documentary makers pitch their newest and most unique projects to dozens of UK and international buyers, commissioning editors and distributors.

MeetMarket provides high quality, original ideas with the possibility to be fast-tracked from development to production, in a supportive and dynamic setting. The projected worth of sales in negotiation sparked at MeetMarket 2007 adds up to £4,321,980, and rising. MeetMarket is a unique and exciting way to pitch and discuss the projects you're most passionate about with the documentary decision makers who matter.

Online project submissions are now open. Projects can be any stage of development and applicants can be from any geographic location. Interactive and cross-platform projects are also very welcome.

The deadline for submissions is 12 September 2008.

To see the full list of confirmed buyers, click here. For more information on applying, email Charlie Phillips or visit the MeetMarket website.