– **Weird Market, a professional gathering for 3D animation, video game, and new media industry professionals, is gearing up for its 16th edition.**
– **Registration for professionals kicked off and is available until September 24th.**
– **The event organizers continue to provide details regarding the content of their extensive 2024 program.**
– **Weird Market is a yearly happening that brings together hundreds of creatives from the animation and gaming industry.**
Weirder The Better: Weird Market Unveils Plans for 16th Edition
Calling all Creatives: Registrations Now Open
Contents under 3D Animation, Video Games, New Media Up for Unveiling
If there was ever such a thing as Christmas for the stop-motion hipsters, CGI nerds, and video game enthusiasts, it’s definitely Weird Market. Now preparing for its sweet sixteen, this annual meet-cute for the industry’s budding and established professionals is back, and it’s bigger, better, and – you guessed it – weirder.
You may now officially mark your calendars and join the confluence of creativeness that’s gearing up to go full-on The Circle of Life in 3D, once again. Don’t be the odd animator out! You have till September 24th to register, so get those creative juices flowing, and make sure your masterpiece doesn’t stay a sketch in your bedroom forever!
As we hold on to our sketchpads for the 2024 program reveal, one thing is sure – the Weird Market, unlike your high school reunion, is an event that you’d actually want to attend (every year, no less). So, brace yourselves folks, the weirdness is about to get wild!
Image: Weird Market
Get ready for the 16th Annual Weird Market, the must-attend event in the animation, video game, and new media sector. Don’t miss your chance to register to meet industry veterans and newcomers alike – registration is open today and will remain so until September 24th. With more attendee applications every consecutive year, the spots fill up quickly, demonstrating the undeniable pull of the Weird Market. Fill out the application on the event’s website to secure your place: https://weirdmarket.es/en/
This year’s industry-leading event will span from October 1st to 6th in Valencia, with three days (October 3-5) dedicated specifically for professionals. The new Weird Invest event on October 3rd, supported by ICEX, Animation from Spain, and Games from Spain, will be a hotspot for discussions about innovative funding models, case studies, and ground-breaking technologies. Some of the confirmed attendees include companies like Triple Dragon, Animond, Claynosaurz, Blue Bits, Raw Fury, Startupexplore, Veemkade Capital, and others. Alongside these discussions, participants will also have opportunities for B2B meetings and networking dinners.
Participants can get access to conferences and networking sessions on October 4-5, along with usage of a meeting app. Attendees can use the app to view profiles of other participants, foster professional relationships, and promote communication – a central component of the Weird Market’s unique charm.
A real game-changer this year includes the addition of two new venues – La Harinera and Las Naves – augmenting the traditional Valencia Filmoteca venue. This year you’ll see all three venues brimming with activities, networking areas, and the popular Wfest short film festival from October 1st to 3rd.
Stay tuned for other activities like the renowned recruitment day and informal ‘beerworking’ session. This event truly puts Valencia on the map for industry visibility. Note that standalone activities such as the WFest and recruitment day will require separate tickets and registrations. More details will follow as each event gets closer.
INNOVATIVE DISCUSSIONS: UNVEILING THE FUTURE OF ENTERTAINMENT
Among numerous key subjects, the conversation on “Claynosaurz: Paving the Future with Innovation” will deeply analyze how innovation, blockchain, and NFT (non-fungible tokens) technology are transforming the entertainment space. The fresh approach aims to foster stronger viewer engagement and cost optimization.
TAKING A DEEP DIVE INTO THE SERIES/BOARD GAME INFINITY AND THE COMEDY ADVENTURE QUERIDA CONCHI
The conference will also spotlight projects like Infinity, a renowned board game turned into an animated series, and the comedy show Querida Conchi that will be featured in the ‘Bastard Formats’ segment.
Lex & Otis’s successful adaption of the Corvus Belli’s tabletop miniatures game into a comic con launched animated series, Infinity, will be one of the discussions that would be eye-catching.
Another exciting part of the ‘Bastard Formats’ section would be the discussion on Querida Conchi, an innovative animated comedy about the life of an elderly couple. The creator, Rafael Esteban Trujillo, will share insights into the creative process behind this comedy.
The 16th Weird Market event is organized by Valencian Institute of Culture and enjoys the sponsorship and partnership of several industry-leading organizations. Get ready to meet the who’s who of the industry, connect, and learn from the forefront of the industry.
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/weird-market-2024-registration-programme/