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NEW: Call for Applications – Lead Organisation to Administer Pilot Gaming Scheme



Date Posted: December 20, 2022

Northern Ireland Screen and Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland are looking for a Lead Organisation to facilitate a border region partnership to initially administrate a new 12 week Gaming Development Scheme in 2023.

The Lead Organisation or Partnership must ensure the investment in new and innovative areas of creative prototype development in the Gaming Sector. The total fund is of circa €130,000 for both ROI and NI Applicants, with awards being facilitated in Q1/Q2 2023. Budget includes administrative costs.

The funding itself will be targeting the  development of  new game IPs and establish new indie video game studios and talent in the border regions. The fund will also support teams to develop a playable prototype of a game based on an original IP. Further details on specifics of fund and how to apply will be announced via the the Lead Organisation in the New Year.

The Lead Organisation will initially establish a full and transparent external review process and ensure compliance to the guiding principles of Screen Ireland and Northern Ireland Screen.

Applications should be made via [email protected] and the subject line should state: Lead Organisation, Pilot Gaming Scheme.

Further details for submission (FAQs and an application form template) will be available via both agency websites.

Criteria for Assessment:
  1. The Track Record of the Lead Organisation or Partnership in supporting and informing creative screen development.
  2. Experience in the awarding of funding and co-ordinating administration of same.
  3. Proven record in facilitating diverse and inclusive pathways of support and creative talent development.

Closing date is Friday January 6th, 2023.

No late applications will be accepted.

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