Join us for the official launch of the BBC x North East Screen Digital Accelerator – a bold new partnership designed to elevate the next generation of digital content created in the North East and Tees Valley.
Unveiled at the Edinburgh TV Festival, this programme will turbocharge digital-first content creation through funding, mentoring, and business support for ambitious production companies ready to scale standout ideas.
At this free event, you’ll:
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Learn about the Digital Accelerator and how to apply.
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Hear from Fiona Campbell (BBC, Interim Director of Unscripted, previously Controller of BBC Three and iPlayer) and special guests from the world of digital content.
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Network with production companies, digital creators, and freelancers to connect, exchange ideas, and explore collaborations.
This event is for:
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Production companies, digital content creators, and creative freelancers who are eligible to apply for the Digital Accelerator.
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Creatives looking to collaborate with a production company on a digital-first idea.
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Businesses outside the creative sector planning to partner on content creation.
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To register your interest in attending the event, please complete this Expression of Interest form
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Event Details:
Monday 3 November, 1–5pm
ARC Stockton, Dovecot Street, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1LL
1:00pm arrival for a 1:30pm start.
Teas and coffees provided on arrival.
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If you’re unable to attend but would like to learn more, please contact development@northeastscreen.org
