CREA-CROSS-2024-INNOVLAB
Innovation Lab
Plain-language summary
Innovation Lab supports projects using new technologies in culture and audiovisual sectors, including XR, gaming, and digital distribution.
This call funds innovative projects in culture and audiovisual fields. It focuses on new technologies like virtual reality, augmented reality, and blockchain. Projects may involve gaming, film, music, and digital distribution. The goal is to promote innovation and professionalisation in creative industries.
Likely relevant for
- Cultural and creative professionals
- Audiovisual producers and distributors
- Gaming industry developers
- Technology innovators in culture sector
- Festival and event managers
- Digital marketing specialists
Project signals
Innovation in digital audiovisual contentUse of extended reality or mixed realityNew marketing approaches for cultural worksApplication of new tech in audiovisual production or distributionTraining and professionalisation in creative industries
What it funds
- Projects applying new technologies to culture and audiovisual sectors
- Innovation in marketing, distribution, and production of audiovisual works
- Development of XR, VR, AR, mixed reality applications
- Use of blockchain and big data in media and entertainment
- Training and professionalisation activities for cultural and creative professionals
Expected outcomes
- Enhanced innovation in cultural and audiovisual industries
- Improved market access and professional skills
- New digital tools and platforms for content creation and distribution
- Strengthened networks among creative professionals and festivals
Who can apply / participate
- Cultural and creative organisations
- Audiovisual producers and distributors
- Technology companies
- Research institutions
- Festival and event organisers
- Training providers
- Check if single applicants or consortia are allowed
- Likely EU member states and associated countries
- Must align with call scope and priorities
- Exact eligibility criteria
- Consortium size and composition
- Funding rates and budget limits
Must check before shortlisting
- Specific eligibility criteria and applicant types
- Budget and funding rates
- Consortium requirements if any
- Exact scope and expected outcomes
Money
Budget details and funding rates are not stated and must be checked in the official call documents.
Application notes
- Single-stage submission model.
Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 08:14 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.
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