The Fine Art of Funding and Co-Productions in Animation: Uncovered
Working Together: The What’s, Why’s, and How’s of Co-Productions
- Co-producing explained: get the gist of why many animated productions choose to pool resources and talents across borders.
- Perks and quirks: understand the pluses and minuses involved in co-producing an animation.
- In pursuit of partners: learn the strategies to find co-production partners that fit your style, needs, and work ethos.
Show Me the Money: Secrets of Secure Funding
- All about the Benjamins: the lecture will delve into how to strategize around securing the needed funds for your dream project.
- Opportunities in adversity: explore a wealth of funding opportunities that are emerging in the current economic climate.
- Interactive learning: Engage with expert Olivier Catherin in a Q&A session, where you can ask your burning questions about funding and co-productions.
A Lecture Series Tailored for Today
- Regular doses of expertise: these lectures, crammed with expert insights will unravel every other Wednesday afternoon.
- 75 minutes of enlightenment: cram plenty of learning into each lecture that lasts approximately 75 minutes, including a Q&A session.
The Witty Wrap-up
Let’s face it: financing a 3D animation project is like threading a needle wearing boxing gloves – tricky and poking your eye out is a very real possibility. Enter the magical world of co-productions, where your financial woes get community support – because misery does love company. This lecture series will school you in the fine art of partnering and piggy banking, turning you into an animation mogul. Let’s not ignore the all-important Q&A segment featuring the financial wizard Olivier Catherin. Participate, question, learn, create. The world of animation is your oyster… provided you don’t slip on funding. So tune in bi-weekly, as a financial helping animation hand is extended your way. Just don’t expect actual money.
Dive into the intriguing world of co-production in this engaging discussion. We’ll examine the why’s and how’s of co-production, weigh its pros and cons, discuss potential collaborators and financing tactics in today’s market conditions.
These engaging 75-minute sessions, featuring a Q&A segment, are scheduled every alternate Wednesday afternoon (4pm UK time / 6pm Kyiv time). It’s a must-attend for those keen to gain insights into industry mechanics, effective pitching techniques, self-promotion strategies, and more.
WHERE TO WATCH
Join us live for all sessions on the LINOLEUM YouTube channel at the specified dates and times. We’ll also share the streaming links via our social media platforms before each lecture to keep you updated!
Upcoming Sessions in this Series:
- Understanding the Animation Production Pipeline (for 3D & 2D Projects) – A Talk by Simone Giampaolo
Wed 4th September, 4pm (UK time) / 6pm (Kyiv time) - How to Prepare an Effective Animation Pitch Deck & Presentation – Expert Talk by Fokion Xenos
Wed 18th September, 4pm (UK time) / 6pm (Kyiv time) - Decoding Animation Budgets: Tips & Practices for TV Series & Short Film Budgets – Led by Helen Brunsdon
Wed 2nd October, 4pm (UK time) / 6pm (Kyiv time) - Deciphering Funding Options & Co-Productions – Insights by Olivier Catherin
Wed 9th October, 4pm (UK time) / 6pm (Kyiv time) - The Art of Team-Building: Roles & Responsibilities – Session by Kasia Gromadzka
Wed 30th October, 4pm (UK time) / 6pm (Kyiv time) - Festivals & Forums: How to Promote Your Film – Talk by Britt Raes
Wed 6th November, 4pm (UK time) / 6pm (Kyiv time
The “UK/UA Animation Lab” project is a collaboration supported financially by the UK/UA Creative Partnerships programme, a joint initiative of the British Council and the Ukrainian Institute. This programme is a continuation of established partnerships between UK and Ukrainian cultural organizations, associated with the 2022-2023 UK/Ukraine Cultural Season.
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/events/event/funding-possibilities-co-productions-olivier-catherin/