Rotterdam Lab is an annual training workshop for international film producers, embedded within the IFFR Pro Days of the festival alongside the world-renowned CineMart project market, the Darkroom works-in-progress programme, immersive market platforms and the Pro Hub and Reality Check activities.

 

In its 26th edition, the Rotterdam Lab hosts more than 70 producers and creators nominated by partner organisations from around the world. The purpose is to offer emerging professionals the means to build and develop their network, providing confidence, tools and skills to navigate the world of international film financing, production, sales, marketing, festivals and distribution.

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JAFTA and JAMPRO have partnered with the International Film Festival of Rotterdam (IFFR) in the Netherlands to select and send one (1) emerging Jamaican producer to the 2026 Rotterdam Lab.

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What are we looking for?

We are looking for one (1) emerging producer from Jamaica to take part. This could either be an independent producer with or without their own companies, or a junior producer working for a production company. Applicants should have produced at least one short film, and no more than one feature film. They should also have the ambition to either co-produce or work internationally.

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 The selected candidate will participate in pitching and Business-to-Business sessions and will learn about a variety of topics including:

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• New developments in the international industry

• The logistics of international co- production

• Sales and distribution

• Funding and development

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 To apply and for full eligibility criteria click here: