SKILLS AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT
The SKILLS AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT program, under the Creative Europe Programme (MEDIA Strand), aims to bolster the European audiovisual sector by enhancing the capacity of its professionals. This initiative focuses on adapting to evolving creative processes, market dynamics, and digital technologies across the entire value chain, fostering competitiveness and sustainability in the industry.
Who is Funded
The SKILLS AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT program targets a wide range of legal entities and professionals within the audiovisual and creative sectors across Europe and associated countries. Its primary goal is to enhance the capacity of audiovisual professionals to adapt to new creative processes, market developments, and digital technologies, ultimately increasing the competitiveness and economic potential of the European cultural and creative sectors.
What is Funded
The program funds a variety of activities aimed at upskilling audiovisual professionals, with a strong emphasis on digital transformation, new market trends, and green initiatives within the audiovisual and videogame sectors. Supported activities range from training in innovative storytelling to the adoption of sustainable practices and the exploitation of intellectual property rights.
Type and Scope of Funding
The SKILLS AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT program provides financial support in the form of grants, covering a significant portion of eligible project costs. Projects are typically short-term, focusing on targeted interventions to enhance skills and capacities within the audiovisual industry.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to strict conditions throughout the application and project implementation phases, encompassing administrative, financial, and ethical requirements. Emphasis is placed on proper consortium formation and adherence to EU financial regulations.
Application Procedure
The application process for the SKILLS AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT program involves a straightforward online submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal, followed by an evaluation and award procedure. Key dates and detailed guidance are provided to assist applicants.
Legal Basis
The SKILLS AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT program operates under a robust legal framework, primarily rooted in the Creative Europe Regulation and broader EU financial regulations. These foundational documents ensure the program's legitimacy and guide its implementation and financial management.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
7,500,000 €
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union, Other
Sectors:
Creative Industries, Information and Communication Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection
Beneficiaries:
Audiovisual professionals, cultural and creative sectors
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Capacity Building, Product Development, Process Optimization, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Union
Managed By:
European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)
Additional Partners:
Creative Europe Desks
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