Fifteen producers from ten European countries join the fifth edition of SERIES’ WOMEN, EPI’s flagship programme fostering leadership, visibility, and innovation among women producers. Across online and on-site workshops, mentoring, and key market events, participants will strengthen their networks and creative impact in Europe’s drama landscape.
Legal and Financial Aspects of European Co-Production
27-29 November | Berlin | 690€
Want to gain some co-production expertise this November? Join us for European Co-Production – Legal and Financial Aspects. Led by Joanna Szymańska (Shipsboy), this workshop brings together industry leaders including Alex Traila (Council of Europe), producers Anna Kępińska and Maciej Kubicki (Telemark), Helena Danielsson (Nordisk Film), Matt Kowalczyk (Laniakea Pictures), Marija Razgutė (M-FILMS), and Remy Mulder, alongside Benjamin Cölle (Pluto Film), legal expert Guido Hettinger (Brehm & v. Moers), and Marie Garrett (XYZ). Explore the legal, financial, and strategic challenges behind successful European collaborations through case studies, practical insights, and interactive sessions designed to help you navigate funding, distribution, and partnership hurdles with confidence.
Get to Know the Experts of The Extended Realities
4 December | 14:00-18:00 (CET) | Online | only 50€
Step into the world of XR with our last English online workshop of 2025 The Extended Realities: Essentials and Legal Aspects on 4 December.
Over four engaging hours, participants explore VR, AR, and MR technologies, immersive content distribution, and crucial legal issues like intellectual property, privacy, and contracts.
Guiding you through theory and real-world case studies are four leading experts: Mathieu Gayet (Publishing Director, France), Prof. Dr. Péter Mezei (Professor of Law, Hungary), An Oost (Producer, Belgium), and Marc Lopato (Co-Founder of DIVERSION, France).
Whether you're a creator, producer, or legal professional, this workshop equips you with the knowledge to confidently navigate the evolving XR landscape.
Secure your spot in the webinar!
Play, Promote, Publish moved to Spring 2026
Application period extended!
Our workshop Play, Promote, Publish – Marketing Strategies for the Games Industry has been postponed until spring 2026 – giving you even more time to secure your place! The workshop is aimed at established developers as well as indie studios, young professionals and students, and provides in-depth insights into marketing, community building and publishing strategies that will make your game stand out. With practical insights and networking opportunities this programme is your chance to master the business side of the games industry.
Applications remain open – don’t miss your chance to level up in 2026!
Rescheduled: Digital Production Essentials
Winter/Spring 2026 | Berlin | 690€
Our workshop Essential Legal Framework: Digital Production Essentials is currently being rescheduled – a new date will be announced soon! The programme dives deep into the digital side of modern film and TV production, from planning and workflow design to virtual production and visual effects. Led by Michael Reuter (The Post Republic), participants explore how to efficiently integrate digital tools across development, production, and post-production.
You can already register and secure your spot to ensure you don't miss this opportunity once the new date is confirmed.
EPI Awards Training Scholarship at Series Rough Pitch – The Balkan Way #5
Supporting women-driven stories and emerging talent in European audiovisual projects
We were thrilled to participate as jury members on 30 October in the 5th edition of Series Rough Pitch – The Balkan Way. EPI awarded a Training Scholarship to YOU CAN ALWAYS COME BACK (Croatia), created by Tena Gojić and produced by Miljenka Čogelja (Pipser).
Our colleague Dina Rubanovitš, representing EPI, shared the motivation behind the award:
"We are delighted to support this women-driven project, which impressed us with its emotional depth and clear creative vision. Exploring the universal theme of motherhood, it tells a story that will resonate with audiences worldwide. With its strong international ambition, it is a perfect fit for EPI’s training, offering the creators a chance to connect with the European audiovisual industry and gain new skills for the next stage of the project."
Congratulations to Tena and Miljenka!
Watch the recording of the event
EPI at PÖFF: Workshop & Meet-Up
21 November | 11:30–13:00 (CET) | Tallinn
Who's buying indie film beyond Netflix and Amazon? Join Wendy Bernfeld (Rights Stuff) and EPI at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival for "Beyond the Usual Suspects: Who ELSE is Out There Buying Indie Film in International Digital". This in-depth session explores the rapidly evolving digital marketplace: from regional streamers to telecom and cable OTTs, niche platforms, and emerging AVOD/FAST players. Wendy shares insider insights on how to identify the right partners, tailor your pitch, and navigate new deal models in a changing industry landscape.
Heading to PÖFF? EPI’s Dina Rubanovitš will be there and would love to connect with anyone interested in learning more about EPI’s work and initiatives. Feel free to drop her an email to set up a meeting.
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Few Days Left to Apply for FOCAL Production Value 2026 workshop
9-17 January 2026 | Noordwijk, NL, Deadline: 10 Nov 2025
Join this 8-day residential workshop where line producers, production managers, and assistant directors work on real, complex projects. Submitting producers receive a professional schedule and budget, supervised by top industry experts.
Info & application on FOCAL website
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