Are you a startup or an artist from the media field, working with data?
Are you willing to make data exploration both entertaining and informative?
Do you question the impact of data and technology on individuals and society?
You have come to the right place!
WHAT we are looking for
The MediaFutures support programme is looking for artists and startups eager to reshape the media value chain through innovative, inclusive and participatory applications of data and user-generated content.
The Challenge
The third Open Call addresses the challenge of online misinformation and disinformation in different domains.
MediaFutures seeks to support novel, unconventional ways for people to engage with journalism, science, and democracy, using approaches and tools from the arts, technology, and innovation. This years’ challenge invites innovative, creative and impactful ideas which address the issues of online misinformation and disinformation in different domains.
These ideas should help counteract the negative effects of misinformation and disinformation across society, and help build trust in scientific and democratic institutions. We are interested in supporting projects that actively engage citizens through co-design, user testing, or other participatory processes that give them a stake in their development.
We are particularly keen to receive applications that offer new approaches to support underrepresented groups and their public representation, such as refugees, ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, those with disabilities; or lower-middle income countries.
To demonstrate the viability of the project, applicants should have a clear outline for the data they will require, including feasible strategies to access these data both technically and legally within the timeframe of the six-months MediaFutures support programme. Applicants should also describe how they will use the data and what technologies or tools this will involve to match the expected outcomes listed in the challenge.
Download the complete description of the challenge:
Call opening:
10:00 (AM) CEST
Call closing:
10:00 (AM) CEST
Application kit
Interested in applying?
Download the Application KIT where you will find all the relevant documents for your application (Guidelines for Applicants, Frequently asked questions (FAQ), Proposal Templates for each of the tracks, Challenge, Sub-grantee agreement template)
Data, tools and training resources
Faq
Find the answers
to frequently asked questions
Apply to get the chance to receive:
up to €40,000 for artists
Track 1
Startups for Citizens
Does your startup have the solution to tackle misinformation? This one’s for you!
Standalone startups/SMEs building a product or service that helps individuals and organisations alike to engage with data and online information in meaningful ways. Applicants in this track will be funded with up to €65,000.
Track 2
Startup meets Artist
Do you like to be inspired by others, working closely with media entrepreneurs or artists, to challenge and grow ideas? This one's for you!
Track 3
Artists for Media
Do you use data as an art material to engage, educate and inspire new ideas? This one’s for you!
artistic companies
A SME will be considered as such if it matches with the Commission Recommendation 2003/361/EC and the SME user guide. As a summary, the criteria which define an SME are: I) Headcount in Annual Work Unit (AWU) less than 250 and II) Annual turnover less or equal to €50 million or annual balance sheet total, less or equal to €43 million.
ARTISTS
You must apply online, in English with a short proposal presenting the idea and the budget required.
You must provide administrative information and review, accept and comply with the conditions defined in the Guidelines for Applicants and the Declaration of Honour.
STEP 1
STEP 2
Read all the documents in the Application KIT, with special attention to the Guidelines for Applicants
STEP 3
Go to the Application Form and choose the track you intend to apply: Startups for Citizens (SfC), Startup meets Artist (SmA), Artists for Media (AfM)
STEP 4
STEP 5
Make sure to answer all questions and upload all relevant documents:
(1– Short proposal; if you are applying to Artists for Media or Startup meets Artist tracks, also: 2– Amateur video; 3– Additional artistic material)
STEP 6
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When to apply?
Call opening: June 28, 2022 10 a.m. (CEST)
Call closing: August 30, 2022 10 a.m. (CEST)
When will the results be notified to applicants?
During the 1st week of October 2022
When will the residency/accelerator start
START phase: November 21, 2022
BUILD phase: December 19, 2022
What are the
selection criteria?
INNOVATION
Overall idea and objectives, solution to the Open Call challenge, and project outcomes
IMPACT
Economic, artistic and/ or social impact, impact on diversity and inclusion, and sustainability of those impacts
TEAM
Skills, knowledge, diversity and inclusion, previous work and experience in the media industry and with data
BUSINESS (for startups)
Value proposition, market opportunity and business model
IMPLEMENTATION AND ARTISTIC QUALITY
(for artists)
Artistic proposal, implementation plan, use of data, and ability to connect to underrepresented groups
Detailed evaluation criteria for each of the tracks can be found in the Guidelines for Applicants
HOW LONG WILL THE MEDIAFUTURES PROGRAMME TAKE ME?
MediaFutures is a short and demanding programme. Selected candidates will need to dedicate a considerable amount of their time to the programme. The programme is designed as a mix of training sessions, mentoring and monitoring meetings in addition to the individual work for the realisation of the project idea.
START Phase (1 month)
- Around 10 hours of mandatory training
- 4 hours of collective and individual meeting
- Pitch rehearsal and presentation (for SmA and SfC)
BUILD phase (5 month)
- Around 7 hours of mandatory training
- Around 14 optional training sessions
- 10 hours of individual and collective meeting
- Optional mentoring sessions
- 6 hours interviews and reporting
EXHIBIT phase
- Demo Day rehearsal and presentation
Are you willing to make data exploration both entertaining and informative?
Do you question the impact of data and technology on individuals and society?
You have come to the right place!
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Second(s)
WHAT we are looking for
The MediaFutures support programme is looking for artists and startups eager to reshape the media value chain through innovative, inclusive and participatory applications of data and user-generated content.
The Challenge
The third Open Call addresses the challenge of online misinformation and disinformation in different domains.
MediaFutures seeks to support novel, unconventional ways for people to engage with journalism, science, and democracy, using approaches and tools from the arts, technology, and innovation. This years’ challenge invites innovative, creative and impactful ideas which address the issues of online misinformation and disinformation in different domains.
These ideas should help counteract the negative effects of misinformation and disinformation across society, and help build trust in scientific and democratic institutions. We are interested in supporting projects that actively engage citizens through co-design, user testing, or other participatory processes that give them a stake in their development.
We are particularly keen to receive applications that offer new approaches to support underrepresented groups and their public representation, such as refugees, ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, those with disabilities; or lower-middle income countries.
To demonstrate the viability of the project, applicants should have a clear outline for the data they will require, including feasible strategies to access these data both technically and legally within the timeframe of the six-months MediaFutures support programme. Applicants should also describe how they will use the data and what technologies or tools this will involve to match the expected outcomes listed in the challenge.
Download the complete description of the challenge:
Call opening:
28th of June 2022
10:00 (AM) CEST
Call closing:
30th of August 2022
10:00 (AM) CEST
Application kit
Interested in applying?
Download the Application KIT where you will find all the relevant documents for your application (Guidelines for Applicants, Frequently asked questions (FAQ), Proposal Templates for each of the tracks, Challenge, Sub-grantee agreement template)
Data, tools and training resources
Faq
Find the answers
to frequently asked questions
Apply to get the chance to receive:
up to €40,000 for artists
Track 1
Startups for Citizens
Does your startup have the solution to tackle misinformation? This one’s for you!
Track 2
Startup meets Artist
Do you like to be inspired by others, working closely with media entrepreneurs or artists, to challenge and grow ideas? This one's for you!
Track 1
Artists for Media
Do you use data as an art material to engage, educate and inspire new ideas? This one’s for you!
artistic companies
You must apply online, in English with a short proposal presenting the idea and the budget required.
You must provide administrative information and review, accept and comply with the conditions defined in the Guidelines for Applicants and the Declaration of Honour.
STEP 1
STEP 2
Read all the documents in the Application KIT, with special attention to the Guidelines for Applicants
STEP 3
Go to the Application Form and choose the track you intend to apply: Startups for Citizens (SfC), Startup meets Artist (SmA), Artists for Media (AfM)
STEP 4
Start your application
STEP 5
(1– Short proposal; if you are applying to Artists for Media or Startup meets Artist tracks, also: 2– Amateur video; 3– Additional artistic material)
STEP 6
Submit before the deadline
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When to apply?
Call opening: June 28, 2022 10 a.m. (CEST)
Call closing: August 30, 2022 10 a.m. (CEST)
When will the results be notified to applicants?
During the 1st week of October 2022
When will the residency/accelerator start
START phase: November 21, 2022
BUILD phase: December 19, 2022
What are the
selection criteria?
INNOVATION
Overall idea and objectives, solution to the Open Call challenge, and project outcomes
IMPACT
Economic, artistic and/ or social impact, impact on diversity and inclusion, and sustainability of those impacts
TEAM
Skills, knowledge, diversity and inclusion, previous work and experience in the media industry and with data
BUSINESS (for startups)
Value proposition, market opportunity and business model
IMPLEMENTATION AND ARTISTIC QUALITY
(for artists)
Artistic proposal, implementation plan, use of data, and ability to connect to underrepresented groups
Detailed evaluation criteria for each of the tracks can be found in the Guidelines for Applicants
HOW LONG WILL THE MEDIAFUTURES PROGRAMME TAKE ME?
START Phase (1 month)
- Around 10 hours of mandatory training
- 4 hours of collective and individual meeting
- Pitch rehearsal and presentation (for SmA and SfC)
BUILD phase (5 month)
- Around 7 hours of mandatory training
- Around 14 optional training sessions
- 10 hours of individual and collective meeting
- Optional mentoring sessions
- 6 hours interviews and reporting
EXHIBIT phase
- Demo Day rehearsal and presentation
MediaFutures 3rd Open Call Webinars
Are you thinking about applying for MediaFutures?
We invite you to hear more about the application process and what you can expect from the Acceleration and Residency programmes.
July 12th, 2022
at 12.00 CEST
August 9th, 2022
at 12.00 CEST
Partner search for
Startup meets Artist track
Are you looking for a partner to team up with for the Startup meets Artist track?
We offer a platform that will help you to find your perfect partner.
All you have to do is to create a profile, add your description, take a look at the other participants, talk to the most interesting ones via the chat box and then book a timeslot with them for the matchmaking days that will take place on July 12th, 2022 and August 9th, 2022 at 1:00 pm (CEST).
The better your description is, the more speed-meetings you have, the more chances you have to find your perfect partner. Don´t miss this great opportunity!
What are you waiting for? Don’t waste time and create your profile at Deal Room Events.
Any questions?
All the information you need about the Open Call, evaluation process and residency process are in the guidelines for applicants and the FAQs which are part of the Application KIT.
If you need any further assistance please contact us at:
opencall@mediafutures.eu or get in touch with us through our social media.
