Useful Information
Finding information on animation-specific funding opportunities or academic programs can sometimes be challenging. This page provides curated lists covering both topics, which are regularly updated to ensure the information remains current and relevant.
Film Funding
Film funding is by far the most important financing source for most German and European film productions. Whether feature films, short films, or increasingly also series, one thing remains true: very few projects can be realized without public funding.
Germany has a large number of funding institutions, and the regulations governing individual funding programs are often complex. To help navigate this landscape, this section provides an overview of German national and regional funding schemes, as well as the European funding programs MEDIA and Eurimages.
In addition, you will find contact information for key institutions, links to relevant resources and documents, and regular updates on funding decisions relating to animation projects.
Universities
Here you will find information about a range of educational opportunities in the field of animation in Germany. Not all degree programs that teach animation are immediately recognizable as such, which can make it difficult for prospective students to identify suitable options. This overview aims to help aspiring animation professionals find the program that best matches their interests and career goals.