European Co-Production

Even under normal circumstances, any co-production juggles a broad variety of complex issues on a daily basis. Today, co-producers face a whole new set of challenges in light of the ongoing pandemic. How will production stops and closed theatres affect funding regulations? How will distribution chains change considering the growing importance of the streamers? What new criteria should your decisions be based on to ensure the sustainable development of your business?

EUROPEAN CO-PRODUCTION tackles these complex questions head-on. The workshop offers exclusive insights into the making of several recent European co-productions as well as legal and finance in production and distribution. Hands-on tips help participants to successfully handle the changing complexities of European co-productions. NEW: As the mechanisms of co-production and co-financing are not limited to feature film, the workshop is now also open to professionals working in the co-production of TV series.

Participants benefit from the experience of acclaimed European producers and leading experts in media financing, production, sales and distribution. Various virtual networking opportunities and collaboration in virtual working groups allow to connect with European colleagues and pave the way for new business opportunities.

Format	Interactive online workshop
Date	October 22 - 24
Location	Online via Zoom
Target Group	Film and TV professionals interested in co-production
Language	English
Certificate	Yes
Participant fee	590,00 EUR (special offer 2020)
Scholarships	Scholarships and discounts available (details below)

Achtung! Dieses Produkt ist eine Sonderanfertigung und vom Umtausch ausgeschlossen!

Achtung! Dieses Produkt ist nicht erhältlich!

Diese/s Konfiguration/Produkt ist nur auf Anfrage erhältlich!

Topics

Updated industry overview, including the latest developments
Financial landscape in Europe and beyond
Funding strategies: public & private financing sources, banks and bonds
Revenue sharing & waterfall scenarios
Legal framework: bilateral treaties and European convention on cinematographic co-production
Step-by-step analysis of a typical co-production agreement
Case studies of recent European co-productions
Hands-on tools & group exercise in devising a financing strategy
The current world of sales & distribution
New industry players and business models
Managing and sustaining businesses in times of uncertainty

Benefits

In-depth understanding of the financial and legal framework of European co-production today
Expert tips and practical tools on how to protect your interests
Exclusive insights into cutting-edge case studies
Access to acclaimed producers and leading industry experts
Interactive sessions with space for questions and exchange
Opportunity to test and apply the acquired knowledge
Excellent opportunities for networking and collaboration in virtual groups
An active and interdisciplinary group of participants and industry experts
Opportunity to establish valuable and long-lasting business relationships with audiovisual professionals from all over Europe

Other Scholarships and Discounts

Please consider applying for funding in your home countries.

German funding possibility: Bildungsprämie des Bundesministeriums für Bildung und Forschung

Finnish funding possibilities: AVEK training supports | The Finnish Film Foundation training supports

Lithuanian funding possibility: Lithuanian Film Centre scholarships

Polish funding possibility: Polish Film Institute financial support

If you would like to participate but are experiencing financial difficulties because of Covid-19, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will try our best to find a solution.

Please note: Discounts and scholarships are not combinable.

The workshop was really interesting. It was good to learn and see how other production companies all over Europe (and the world) work and how co-productions are made. The case studies were good examples but also talking to the other participants gave a good idea and more insight in the world of international co-production.
Hanneke Bosman, BosBros, The Netherlands
This workshop provides a perfect platform to refresh and update your know-how on financing, legal and practical aspects of the European co-production business. But most of all it caters for a perfect environment to meet existing and future partners on exciting and inspiring projects.
Robin Kerremans, Caviar, Belgium
I highly recommend this workshop for producers from developing countries, as it provides insights into the European approach to filmmaking and opens up new doors!
Elene Margvelashvili, Parachute Films, Georgia/ UK