About Bigoli Filmmaker Residence
The Bigoli Filmmaking Residency is a 2–3 month creative residency for emerging and independent filmmakers. Hosted in Terrassa, Spain—home to ESCAC and just 30 minutes from Barcelona—this program offers the time, space, and resources to make your next film with mentorship from working filmmakers.
At Bigoli Filmmaker Residence, we are dedicated to providing a creative and supportive environment for emerging filmmakers. Our experienced mentors focus on enhancing filmmaking skills and nurturing artistic vision.
Through workshops, screenings, and industry events, we create a dynamic learning environment that prepares filmmakers for their next creative endeavors. Join us in the filmmaking residency!
A New Pipeline of International Talent
Bigoli Residency offers not just a space to write—but a space to shoot. We connect filmmakers with an international acting pool based in Barcelona, creating a direct pipeline between the City of Film (Terrassa) and the City of Casts (Barcelona)."
Residency Programs
We host 3 intakes per year, timed to match real creative cycles:
Spring Residency: March–May
Summer Residency: July–September
Autumn Residency: October–December
We accept 3 filmmakers per cycle.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
[See How to Apply →]
Residency Cost (per resident)
Residency Fee
Includes accommodation, studio access, gear, mentorship, community events, and final screening.
Estimated cost: €1,200–€1,800/month (depending on length of stay and room type)
Deposit
A refundable security deposit to cover potential damages or extra cleaning.
Amount: €200 (returned after check-out)
Meals & Daily Expenses
Residents are responsible for their own meals and personal spending.
Estimated cost: €200–€300/month (depending on lifestyle)
Travel to/from Residency
Residents cover their own transportation to Terrassa, Spain.
Cost varies based on origin.
Insurance
Residents must have valid health and travel insurance for the duration of their stay.
What's Included
Private room in Casa Pasta
Enjoy your own comfortable and quiet space in our creative residency house, designed to help you rest, recharge, and focus on your work.
Access to studio space & gear
Take advantage of professional equipment and studio facilities, available to support your film projects throughout the residency.
Weekly mentorship
Receive tailored guidance and support from experienced mentors to help shape your vision and push your project forward.
Creative community
Live and collaborate with fellow filmmakers and artists, sharing ideas, meals, and inspiration in a vibrant, communal setting.
Final screening & feedback
Present your work at the end of the residency in a supportive showcase, followed by thoughtful feedback from peers and invited guests.
Financial Aid & Alumni Support
Keep it accessible. Pay it forward.
Scholarships for underrepresented voices
Discounts for projects with social/cultural themes
We offer partial scholarships to support filmmakers from underrepresented backgrounds, ensuring diverse voices and stories have the opportunity to thrive within our creative residency program.
We offer discounted residency spots for projects that explore social justice, cultural identity, or community impact—supporting filmmakers whose work sparks dialogue and meaningful change.
Voluntary Pay-It-Forward Contribution
Residency Angels
We offer the option to make a voluntary alumni donation, either one-time or recurring, to help support future residents and keep the spirit of collaboration and creativity alive.
Supporters can donate anonymously or be publicly recognized by naming a scholarship. Contributions fund future residents and will be celebrated on our Alumni Wall, showcasing donors and their creative work.