Call for proposals - TV and online content

Support to TV and online content aims at increasing the capacity of audiovisual productions to develop and produce authentic projects with significant potential to circulate throughout Europe and beyond, and facilitate European and international co-productions within the television and online sectors.

What are the basic requirements?

Projects with a maximum duration of 24 months, which bring together at least 2 broadcasting companies (linear and non-linear) from at least two different countries participating in the Creative Europe MEDIA program, can apply to this call. More information on the requrements for applying is available in the call for proposals which can be found HERE.

Who can apply?

·         independent European production companies from countries participating in the MEDIA sub-programme.

·         participation of two broadcasting companies from the countries participating in the MEDIA subprogramme is required; participation must be supported by contracts or signed binding letters.

·         coordinator must be the majority producer in terms of rights. In the case of 50%-50% co-production, the partner should designate the coordinator as delegated producer.

·         at least 40% of the funding of the total estimated production budget must be guaranteed from third-party funding sources, such as contributions from broadcasters, distributors, funds and private and/or public capital investors. Incentives are accepted as a source of third-party financing only if accompanied by appropriate documents from the competent authorities.

What is the application deadline?

The application deadline is 23 May 2023, and the results are expected in October 2023.

How can we help you?

The Creative Europe Desk Serbia team provides free support in preparation of the project proposal application. Sign up to participate in the events we organize or schedule a meeting where we can go through your project together.

Keep in mind some key tips for applying to this competition, as funding is available for the following projects:

·         drama, animated and documentary films envisioned for linear and non-linear broadcasting, which showcase strong cooperation between operators from different countries participating in the MEDIA subprogram, including broadcasters;

·         projects that have a high creative/artistic value and a wide potential for cross-border exploitation, with the ambition of winning of the audience at the European and international level;

·         projects that have innovative aspects in terms of content and funding that show a clear connection to the envisoned distribution strategies;

·         special attention will be paid to applications that take into account adequate green strategies, especially through the use of consultants in this area; as well as gender equality, inclusion and diversity.