The UK Global Screen Fund International Business Development strand is now open for applications, supporting UK screen content businesses across film, TV, animation and interactive narrative video games to enhance their international activities. The International Business Development strand has supported 24 games companies with close to £2,000,000 since its inception.
Eligible companies can apply for funding between £50,000 and £200,000 in total over the three-year funding period, with support in the form of non-repayable grants. The support will enable eligible companies to achieve measurable results, including:
- assisting companies to develop a strong presence in the international marketplace
- developing quality UK projects aimed at the global marketplace and global audiences
- supporting the creation of new international business partnerships and alliances
- supporting the development of new international revenue streams and increased private sector investment
- assisting companies in establishing targeted development, production, sales, distribution and marketing strategies which exploit new opportunities in the global digital and online realm
Applications are currently open and close at midday on Thursday 19 June.
To read the full guidelines for eligibility and start an application, check the UKGSF website here: https://www.bfi.org.uk/get-funding-support/funding-support-international-activity/uk-global-screen-fund/uk-global-screen-fund-international-business-development
