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Call for Entries: SXSW 2025

Nov 19, 2024

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Creative BC is accepting applications for SXSW 2025 in Austin, U.S. via the Passport to Markets program, which provides travel support to B.C.-based film, TV, digital media, media producers, sales agents and book publishers. These creative media professionals are able to access key international markets, conferences, co-production, and co-financing events. Creative BC’s support offsets a portion of travel, accommodation, and registration expenses.

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Austin, SXSW stands as the premier destination where pioneers, storytellers, innovators, and global visionaries converge. Each March, this dynamic assembly of creative minds from the tech, film, and music industries embarks on a nine-day journey to explore new frontiers and engage in the evolving landscape of ideas.

Join for SXSW 2025 to experience Conference sessions, Film + TV Festival screenings, Music Festival showcases, Comedy Festival events, world-class Exhibitions, tech competitions, and much more. Plus, immerse yourself in boundless networking and learning opportunities, inspiring programming, an endless supply of tacos, and serendipitous discoveries.

Dates: March 7 – 15, 2025
Location: Austin, U.S.
Passport to Markets Applications Open: November 20, 2024
Passport to Markets Applications Close: December 16, 2024

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