Producer’s Forum Announces Co-Financing Accelerator for International Projects
New Initiative Targets Independent Producers Seeking Strategic Partnerships in Global Marketplace
LOS ANGELES, November 21, 2025 – The Producer’s Forum, a global consortium of independent production companies spanning 47 countries, today announced the launch of its International Co-Financing Accelerator, a targeted program designed to fast-track cross-border film and television projects from development through financing. The accelerator will connect selected producers with institutional investors, major streaming platforms, and regional funding bodies through a curated series of intensive workshops, brokered pitch sessions, and strategic matchmaking events scheduled throughout 2026.
The program emerges at a critical inflection point for the international production sector. According to recent market analysis, the global film and video production market reached $297 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 3.21% through 2034 . Significantly, co-productions have surged 59% year-over-year as producers increasingly seek risk mitigation and access to diverse financing sources. The Producer’s Forum accelerator directly addresses this trend by providing a structured pathway for independent producers navigating fragmented international funding landscapes.
“The traditional presale model has fundamentally shifted,” said Maria Chen, Chief Executive Officer of Producer’s Forum. “Streamers now dominate acquisitions, but independent producers still struggle to secure development capital and strategic partners before projects become camera-ready. Our accelerator bridges this gap by facilitating early-stage financial commitments from a vetted network of global investors who understand the nuances of cross-border content creation.”
The accelerator program includes a three-phase approach. Phase one involves a two-month virtual development lab where 25 selected production companies will refine financing strategies, packaging materials, and co-production structures with guidance from industry veterans. Phase two delivers brokered one-on-one meetings with a curated roster of financiers, including representatives from major European broadcasters, Asian streaming platforms, and North American equity funds. Phase three provides ongoing mentorship for projects securing term sheets, with the Producer’s Forum offering fiscal sponsorship and gap financing support for up to 30% of final budgets.
Market data indicates that properly structured international co-productions achieve 40% higher completion rates than single-territory financed projects, while accessing an average of 2.8 distinct revenue streams compared to 1.4 for domestic productions. The accelerator specifically targets projects with budgets between €2 million and €15 million, a segment that has seen the most acute financing challenges yet offers the strongest return potential for diversified investors.
Applications for the inaugural cohort open December 15, 2025, with selection criteria weighing creative merit, commercial viability, and cross-cultural appeal. Producer’s Forum membership is not required, though members receive priority consideration. The organization will host informational webinars on December 2 and December 9 for prospective applicants.
Since 2018, Producer’s Forum has facilitated over $200 million in international co-productions across 140 projects, maintaining a 78% production-to-delivery success rate. The accelerator represents a formalization and scaling of these efforts, with a target of mobilizing $50 million in active financing commitments by 2028. Participating producers retain full creative control while gaining access to legal templates for co-production treaties, tax incentive navigation, and digital rights management strategies essential for multi-territory distribution.
About Producer’s Forum
Founded in 2016, Producer’s Forum is a nonprofit industry association dedicated to expanding opportunities for independent producers in the global content marketplace. The organization provides education, networking, and direct financing support to production companies worldwide, with a membership base representing over 800 producers and a portfolio spanning documentary, scripted drama, and unscripted series. Its initiatives prioritize sustainable production practices, equitable representation, and innovative financing models that adapt to evolving distribution paradigms.
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