
Berlinale Talents 2026
Opportunity type: Development programme
For: Filmmakers
Deadline: 03/09/2025
Rewards: Access to Berlinale Talents Summit, labs, mentors, networking, global exposure
Location Eligibility: Worldwide
About this opportunity
Berlinale Talents is the Berlin International Film Festival’s flagship development programme for 200 outstanding creatives from around the world. Held over six days during the Berlinale (13–18 February 2026), the programme offers a collaborative space for exchange, mentorship, and industry insight across over 15 film disciplines. This is not an introductory workshop — it’s for working professionals looking to sharpen their craft and connect globally.
Rewards
- Access to Berlinale Talents Summit (panels, masterclasses, networking)
- Personalised mentorship sessions with top filmmakers and industry mentors
- Labs and project markets (for selected participants)
- Peer-to-peer learning and international visibility
- Long-term alumni network and potential future collaborations
Eligibility
Applicants must have:
- Directed or produced at least 1 feature-length film, OR
- 2 short films or high-quality TV projects screened at festivals or widely released
- A professional working background in film, TV, XR, or related disciplines
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to share their experience
- Students are generally not eligible unless already professionally active
Entry Fee
€15-25
How to Apply
Apply using the link: Berlinale Talents 2026
All questions regarding this award should be sent to talents@berlinale.de
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