The Animation Lab & Pitch 2023 invites Asian and European animation producers to apply for a two-part workshop aimed to offer insight into the animation market on both continents.
Ties That Bind (TTB) announces a new partnership with Asia's key content market Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) and the launch of a brand-new lab tailored specifically to the needs of the animation industry.
Starting in 2023, Ties That Bind and Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) are joining forces for the ATF x TTB Animation Lab & Pitch. This new initiative will bring together producers from across Asia and Europe to explore new opportunities for financing and co-production, new markets, and new audiences. Additionally, this venture will complement the existing TTB Asia-Europe co-production workshops.
The Animation Lab & Pitch brings together selected Asian and European animation producers to offer insight into the animation market, financing, and co-production possibilities on both continents. An intensive online prep session in autumn segues to an onsite lab, an open pitch, and further onsite activities with renowned industry decision-makers in December. The goal of the training is to prepare the participants for the market launch and pitch of their projects, which will take place at the Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) in Singapore on December 6-8, 2023.
There will be 8-10 animation projects selected (4-5 each from Asia-Pacific countries and Europe). Accepted formats include feature-length animated films, as well as TV formats (series or mini-series) and short films in development or financing stage. Preference will be given to projects with great creative potential, exciting visuals, interest and potential for co-production, and potential for travel across borders and continents. The program is not open to preschool content. Preference will be given to animation for youth, families, and adults.
Two Sessions
1. 5-days online prep session by experts will take place in late October/early November 2023 online.
The main objectives of the online one-week intensive training are:
- Understand how to prepare and structure a package for the international market
- Get an insight into funding opportunities between Europe and Asia
- Receive feedback on your financing plans, strategies and project pitch
- Refine the preparation and delivery of a quality pitch
2. In-person lab & pitch @ATF will take place December 6-8, 2023 in Singapore.
The main objectives of the three-day on-site presence at the ATF market in Singapore are:
- Participate in lab sessions by key decision makers
- Networking with fellow attendees
- Pre-stage guidance from a mentor for the Open Pitch
- Participate in the ATF Open Pitch to showcase projects
- Join in the curated matchmaking session with Asian / European experts / decision-makers
The deadline for submission is September 8th, 2023. There is no submission/participation fee.
Visit the TTB site for more info or here to apply.
Source: Ties That Bind
