The EPI awards two partial scholarships for the part-time Master’s European Film Business and Law LL.M. | MBA.
Each scholarship covers 50% of the tuition fees and is aimed at film professionals and legal experts ready to take the next step in their careers and fully realise their potential in the evolving European film industry.
Júnia Matsuura, scholarship recipient 2024, says: “I was searching for a master’s programme combining business strategy with deep film industry knowledge – EPI’s curriculum is exactly what I wanted. This scholarship feels like a validation of my efforts so far and a boost to my initiative WE ARE HERE.”
Applications close on 31 July. Take your career to the next level this autumn!
Info Session Series’ Women
July 30 | 14:00 (CEST) | Online
Missed our first info session?
Join us on July 30 for our second info session and learn more about our Female Leadership Program SERIES’ WOMEN!
Our last year’s alumna Monique Busman will answer your every question about the personal coaching, exercises and seminars. Our unique mix of personal business coaching and hands-on seminars might be just what you are looking for to take your career to the next level!
Info Session Audiovisual Women
July 31 | 14:00 (CEST) | Online
Are you a woman working in the media industry and wondering how to take your career to the next level? Then AUDIOVISUAL WOMEN could be the program for you! This Female Leadership Program is specifically directed to female professionals in mid- to senior-level management positions along the audiovisual production value chain.
Come to our info session on July 31, and talk to last year’s alumna Jessica Drum about her experience of the program and ask the EPI staff anything you want to know!
Clearing Rights for Film and TV
September 25-27 | Berlin | Early Bird discount until July 7th: 590 EUR
Not sure what rights you have to clear for your movie or how to do it properly when working in international co-productions?
Our upcoming workshop Clearing Rights for Film and TV is just what you are looking for then! Get a comprehensive overview of rights’ clearance strategies and the necessary legal knowledge to tackle these issues head-on at this 3-days on-site workshop in Berlin from September 25-27, 2025.
The Extended Realities: Essentials and Legal Aspects
October 16 | 09:00-13:00 (CEST) | Online | 50 EUR
It’s no longer sci-fi: Extended Reality is a tangible production tool for audiovisual media now!
This online seminar offers a focused introduction to the essentials of XR technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and beyond. Learn how XR is transforming storytelling, production, and audience engagement - and gain key insights into the legal frameworks and challenges that come with it.
Recap: Digital Distribution – Maximizing Reach & Revenues
June 12-14, 2025 | Berlin
That’s a wrap on our Digital Distribution workshop!
Over the past few days, an incredible group of international film professionals came together to explore the ever-evolving landscape of digital film distribution.
A huge thank you to our brilliant expert speakers - Nuno Bernardo, Triona Campbell, Wendy Bernfeld, Steffen Kottkamp, Esther van Messel, Guido Hettinger, and Charlotte Voillequin - and to our inspiring participants for making this such a rich and insightful experience!
We’re also deeply grateful to our partners Creative Europe Media and Medienboard Berlin-Brandenburg for their continued support in creating spaces for learning, exchange, and innovation.
Sustainable Workplaces in Film and TV
Upcoming eTraining: Build Inclusive, Diverse & Sustainable Workplaces in the AV Industry
Soon available at the Erich Pommer Institut: a new eTraining designed to help audiovisual organizations implement more inclusive, diverse, and sustainable HR practices. This course provides practical strategies to attract and retain talent by addressing topics such as mental health, work-life balance, gender equality, and inclusive leadership. Participants will benefit from expert videos, case studies, quizzes, and hands-on exercises – all in a flexible, online format with 6 months of access. Whether you're managing teams or shaping hiring policies, this training offers the tools to future-proof your workplace.
Stay tuned for launch details and early bird registration!
