Introductions, queries & submissions · Core
Expression of interest
Also called: EOI
ELI5
A sign that someone may want to be involved, but not proof of a binding commitment.
Used in conversation
“Let’s prepare for questions about expression of interest before the meeting.”
Definition
A statement that a person or organisation is interested in discussing possible involvement, without by itself proving a binding commitment.
Here “Expression of interest” means: A statement that a person or organisation is interested in discussing possible involvement, without by itself proving a binding commitment.
Pitch context
You may hear “Expression of interest” while preparing, delivering or following up a pitch.
Why it matters: Helps you understand how projects are presented, submitted, discussed and followed up.
Caution
Its legal effect depends on the wording and surrounding agreement.
Sources & evidence · 7
Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.
- Screen Australia — Finance Plan and Budget GuidanceDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-14
- World Intellectual Property Organization — Rights, Camera, Action! IP Rights and the Film-Making ProcessDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-14
- Sundance Institute — Pitch Deck, Lookbook, Sizzle and Proof-of-Concept GuidanceSupporting source family · institutional · checked 2026-08-14
- Film Independent — Screenwriting and Episodic Program Application MaterialsSupporting source family · institutional · checked 2026-08-14
- Writers Guild of America West — No Writing Left BehindSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-14
- Writers Guild of America West — Fight Back Against Free WorkSupporting source family · primary · checked 2026-08-14
- pitch.dog — Pitch Dictionary Deep Research SynthesisSupporting source family · practitioner · checked 2026-08-14