Crossroads of Content: Bridging Creativity and Technology

What will this event cover?

Join us for an exclusive event unveiling the much-anticipated launch of our new Convergent Content programme, as part of the Barclays Eagle Labs Ecosystem Partnership Programme. This occasion is your gateway to discovering the depths of our latest initiative, exploring the thrilling possibilities it holds, and learning how you can join the programme!

As well as finding out the programme, you will have the chance to hear from industry leaders in the creative and tech industries. Who will share their triumphs and insights in navigating the realms of convergent content. Gain firsthand knowledge of why innovation is imperative for the creative industry and how staying at the forefront of technological advancements is key.

What is the Convergent Content Programme?

The Convergent Content Programme aims to forge powerful connections between Wales' vibrant tech, media and creative sectors.

This programme offers a range of immersive workshops, industry-driven events and mentorship whereby creative, media, and tech organisations across Wales can explore fresh ways of creating and distributing content as well as reaching new audiences. The programme is committed to diversity and inclusion, making the metaverse accessible to more people and promoting collaboration.

Delivery partners: M-SParc, Centre for the Creative Economy at Cardiff University

Supporting partners include: Delsion, Cardiff & Vale College and Queens University Belfast.   

This programme is supported by the Barclays Eagle Labs Ecosystem Partnership Programme, funded by UK Government.

Find out more here

Who is this event for?

This event is for creatives looking for innovative solutions and techies looking to work on new and exciting creative projects. Unleash the potential of collaboration, forge meaningful connections, and be part of a movement that is shaping the future of convergent content.

With the rise in technologies such as Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and the Metaverse, there is huge potential to find innovation solutions within creative industries such as TV production, animation and gaming.

Speaker Line up:

Laura Franses - S4C

Laura will be talking on the S4C Commercial Growth Fund is which offers investment monies to boost Welsh creative businesses and brings Wales to the World.

John Giwa-Amu - Goodgate Media

John will be talking around Goodgate Media's transition into using new technologies for production, and the key opportunities for other creative companies.

Alex Counsell - CCIXR

Alex will be sharing his perspective on immersive technology and it's place in the creative industries.