Sound & Vision
Sound & Vision 4 is a funding scheme for broadcasters and independent producers that funds the production of high-quality programmes about Irish culture, heritage, and experience and programmes to improve adult literacy.
Current funding rounds
We are accepting applications for Round 56, an “open” funding round.
We welcome funding applications from broadcasters and independent producers to support the production of high-quality broadcast content that reflects Irish culture, heritage, language and diversity, including content in the Irish language.
How to apply
A Guide for Applicants is published for each funding round.
Prospective applicants can access the relevant Guides and Forms for Round 56 via the links below. All applications must be submitted via www.cnamonline.ie.
Television Application Documentation
Round 56 Guide for TV applications (PDF)
Round 56 Television Application Form
Radio Application Documentation
Round 56 Guide for radio applications (PDF)
Round 56 Radio Application Form
Funding rounds
| Funding Round # | Round Theme/Format | Opening Date | Closing Date | Funding Decisions Expected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 56 | ‘Open’ Round | Tuesday 8th April 2025 | Thursday 29th May 2025 12 noon | End of August 2025 |
This round will close at 12 noon sharp on 29 May 2025.
We will run a webinar for prospective applicants at 11.00am on Friday 11 April 2025, which will also include a presentation from Media Literacy Ireland to assist with the preparation of media literacy project applications. Please register to attend.
Recent funding decisions
Read about the outcomes of our most recent funding rounds:
- Round 55: €7.1 million
- Round 54: €4 million
- Round 53: €10 million
- Round 52 and 51: €8.6 million
- Round 50: €2.4 million
External assessors
Applications are assessed by teams of external assessors chosen based on their relevant experience and the theme or format of each round.
Previously funded projects
Since 2020, the Scheme has supported the production of over 900 projects. Take a look at some of our recently funded content below – you can click each image to stream:
Further information
Queries relating to the Scheme can be sent to [email protected]