Indielab Content Futures 2026 : Lunchtime Briefings

Join a lunchtime briefing to find out more about Indielab Content Futures 2026 and how to apply.

Applications for the programme are now open.

A strategic accelerator for independent production companies repositioning for a changed market.

If you would like to understand whether Content Futures 2026 is the right fit for your company, we invite you to join one of our online briefing sessions. These sessions explain how the programme has been redesigned for 2026 and provide practical guidance on who it is best suited for.

You will also have the opportunity to meet members of the Indielab team and ask questions about the programme structure, expectations and cohort mix.

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About Content Futures 2026

Content Futures 2026 is a new, cohort-based accelerator for established companies responding to changed market conditions, including fewer commissions, shifting audience behaviour and higher development risk.

The programme supports companies to explore new ways to finance and monetise their content, from co-productions and alternative finance models to digital revenue streams and branded entertainment. Alongside this, participants take part in bespoke industry briefings with broadcasters and streamers, masterclasses on using audience data to drive development, refining company USP and vision, and understanding commissioning trends and market potential. Practical sessions on applied technology and AI are embedded throughout.

The programme culminates in structured opportunities to meet potential new partners, including distributors, brand agencies and other funding partners, with a focus on building relationships that can support the financing and growth of future content.

Who should apply

Applications are open to UK-based independent production companies working across scripted and non-scripted genres.

The programme is also open to Indielab alumni, recognising that many experienced companies are now facing very different challenges from those earlier in their growth journey. Please note that this is a newly designed programme, not a repeat of previous accelerators.

Places are limited and demand is expected to be high. We strongly encourage potential applicants to attend one of the online briefings to find out more.

Lunchtime briefing sessions

Dates:

• Tuesday 20 January
• Tuesday 10 February
• Monday 2 March

Time: 1pm – 1:30pm

Format: Online (Zoom)

The briefing sessions will be led by Victoria Powell (CEO and Programme Director).

Accessibility and inclusion

Indielab actively supports candidates from under-represented groups and encourages applications from across the community. We are committed to equality of opportunity and aim for our participants to reflect the diversity of the sector.

If you require any adjustments or alternative arrangements, please contact Luca Chowdhury: luca@weareindielab.co.uk

These sessions are intended for company founders and senior team members.

All sessions will be closed captioned, and joining details will be circulated in advance.

Full details of the Content Futures 2026 Accelerator can be found at:

www.weareindielab.co.uk/content-futures-accelerator-2026