Submissions are now open for the 2025 edition of the MIA Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum, the industry platform dedicated to animation, documentary, drama, and feature film projects.
Producers are invited to submit audiovisual works intended for theatrical release, television broadcast, or digital streaming platforms. The MIA Co-Production Market is a must-attend event for industry professionals looking to connect with potential partners and take their projects to the next stage.
MIA’s mission is to offer meaningful visibility and opportunity to high-quality audiovisual projects across all genres, formats, and stages of development. We proudly support artistic freedom, cultural diversity, and international cooperation, with a strong focus on projects suitable for co-production, showcasing a plurality of voices and independent perspectives.
Eligible Categories:
Animation Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum
• Animated Feature Films
• Animated TV Series
• Animated TV Specials
Documentary Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum
• Documentary Feature Films
• Docuseries
• TV One-offs
Drama Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum
• Scripted Series (TV & Digital)
Film Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum
• Fiction Feature Films
For details, please refer to the specific guidelines for each category:
→ Animation Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum
→ Doc Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum
→ Drama Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum
→ Film Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum
Don’t miss your chance to pitch your project at MIA 2025 and connect with key industry players from around the world!
Submission deadline: June 19, 2025 – 5:00 PM (CEST)
MIA honors the audiovisual industry with the MIA Development Awards, which will be assigned in the 4 competition categories of the Co-Production Market, with 4 prizes for the selected projects presented in the Pitching Forums for Animation, Documentary, Drama, and Film.
MIA will appoint four juries of experts, one for each category of the award; each jury will select a winner and a cash prize of € 5,000.00 will be awarded.
The winners will be announced during the Awards Ceremony, which will take place in Rome on October 10, 2025.
Co-Production Market – F.A.Q.
Who Can Apply?+
Only lead producers with a production company are eligible to submit a project to the MIA Co-Production Market & Pitching Forum 2025.
How many projects can I submit?+
You may submit multiple projects, provided each meets the eligibility criteria. However, if more than one project from the same production company (including co-productions) is selected, MIA and the Selection Committee reserve the right to select only one, in order to encourage the participation of a broader range of companies.
How much does submitting a project cost?+
Submitting a project is free of charge.
What language should be used in the form?+
All written materials must be submitted in
.
Do you accept projects from anywhere in the world?+
Yes. The Selection Committee will select up to 50 projects from all over the world.
Can I submit a project already selected at another Festival/Market?+
Projects must not have been publicly pitched at any other industry events, markets, or festivals prior to MIA 2025. Exceptions may be discussed with the Head of the Co-Production Market for each category.
What should the Budget Top Sheet and Financial Plan look like? How detailed should they be?+
We expect a clear and realistic Budget Top Sheet with key cost categories and a Financial Plan outlining funding sources. They don't need to be final but should credibly reflect your project's financial structure and viability.
What do you mean by a "moodreel"? Can you provide examples?+
A moodreel is a short video (1–3 minutes) that conveys the tone, atmosphere, and style of your project. It can include original footage, references, or montages. There’s no fixed format, but it should visually represent your project's world and storytelling approach. Please note that the moodreel is not mandatory at the project submission stage, but it will be mandatory if the project is selected to pitch at MIA.
Are there any Awards for the best projects?+
Yes, the MIA Development Awards. For each award category (Animation, Documentary, Drama, and Film), MIA will appoint a jury of experts who will select the winning project. Each winning project will receive a cash prize of €5,000.
When will selected projects be notified?+
Participants will be informed of the selection results by the end of August 2025.
If selected, will I need to come to Rome?+
Yes. Once a project is selected, at least one representative must attend the live public pitch and meeting sessions in Rome.
In case of non selection, will it be possible to receive specific feedback on my project?+
Unfortunately, MIA is unable to provide detailed or specific feedback on projects that have not been selected.
For any questions not included in this list, please do not hesitate to contact the relevant departments.
