OPEN CALL: APPLY FOR AN EFM MARKET BADGE

OPEN CALL: Get your European Film Market Badge

Do you wish to discover the European Film Market in Berlin 2027? Through our partnership with the European Film Market (EFM), ISFI is offering three Market Badges to emerging Sámi film professionals looking to make new connections and explore the international film industry. 

When?

The European Film Market takes place alongside the 77th Berlin International Film Festival (Berlin, Germany):

European Film Market (EFM): 10–16 February 2027
Berlin International Film Festival: 10–21 February 2027

APPLICATION DEADLINE

22 November 2026

APPLY NOW

Who can apply?

The Market Badges are available to three emerging Sámi filmmakers and film workers who are motivated to discover what EFM has to offer. Priority will be given to first-time EFM participants and applicants seeking opportunities for their film projects, including potential collaborations, financing or distribution.

What does the Market Badge offer?

Held alongside the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), EFM brings together film professionals from around the world. It is an opportunity to meet potential collaborators, learn about industry developments and explore how to bring your projects to an international audience.

The Market Badge provides access to:

• EFM exhibition spaces
• Market screenings
• The Industry Programme, including events and talks
• Networking opportunities
• EFM online services

Travel & Accommodation

ISFI will support travel through its regular travel grant scheme. The film makers are responsible for their own travels and accommodations. Applicants who are eligable for the market badge will be contacted in december 2026 so preparation for the market can begin as early as possible.

About European Film Market (EFM)

The European Film Market (EFM) is one of the world’s leading meeting places for the international film, media and entertainment industries. Held alongside the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), the EFM combines the energy and visibility of a major public film festival with the business opportunities of a global industry marketplace.

Over eight days, around 12,000 industry professionals – including producers, sales agents, distributors, buyers, financiers and other key decision-makers – come together to buy, sell, finance, network, exchange knowledge and explore new opportunities. As the first major film market of the year, the EFM provides an early view of the year ahead, reflecting emerging trends, new business models, evolving audience demands and developments across the audiovisual industries.

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Questions?

For any questions, please contact Maien Gaup Sandberg, International Coordinator, maien(at)isfi.no and Eva Måsø, Communications Consultant, eva(at)isfi.no.