You want to work in the German film and TV industry but don’t know where to start? “How to German Film Market” gives international filmmakers a practical introduction to the German industry, its structures, key players and the rules of the game.
Over the course of two days, we’ll take a closer look at how the German film and TV market works – from broadcasters, streamers and production companies to funding, financing, contracts and working conditions.
Who is the workshop for?
The workshop is aimed at international filmmakers and media professionals who are planning to work in the German film and TV industry or have recently started working here. F.e.:
• international creatives (e.g. showrunners, directors, writers)
• international co-productions looking to work with German production companies
• international filmmakers looking to establish themselves in the German film market
Whether you work in production, directing, writing, camera, editing, art department or another area of the industry – this workshop will help you understand the structures, processes and key players you need to know.
Certificate
Participation in the workshop will be certified by the Campus upon request.
What you’ll learn
DAY 1
We’ll explore the structure of the German film and TV landscape and introduce the most important players and institutions. Among other things, you’ll learn about:
- broadcasters, streamers and production companies
- the German dual broadcasting system
- film and media funding
- important service providers and industry contacts
- where and how to find the right people and resources
- financing and funding opportunities for film and TV projects
Together, we’ll create a practical overview of the German industry and its different players.
DAY 2
The second day focuses on the legal and practical side of working in Germany:
- contracts and important legal aspects
- collective agreements and working conditions
- working hours and what you should be aware of
- Case Study: Follow a real production from pitch and funding through production to distribution/exploitation
Lecturer
Before founding Chosen Family Media, Imran Khan was responsible for the development program at Big Window Productions, the new label founded by Joerg Winger at UFA Fiction GmbH in Germany.
Previously, he held various roles at CBS Television, Warner Bros. and Turner Broadcasting, including positions in scripted development and sponsorship marketing.
After successfully selling his startup, Imran was recruited by Google, where he worked across three continents over the course of eight years.
His work on P&G Secret’s anti-bullying campaign “Mean Stinks” and P&G Always’ “#LikeAGirl” campaign earned him prestigious Cannes Lions awards.
Imran holds two seemingly opposite degrees – in Chemical Engineering and Musical Theatre – from Northwestern University in Chicago, as well as an MBA from Columbia Business School.
Guest lecturers:
Christoph Fey, lawyer
Matti Rockenbauch, lawyer