Cinekid for Professionals

Cinekid for Professionals Cinekid for Professionals is an annual industry event in Amsterdam during Cinekid Festival in October.

Cinekid for Professionals is the industry event during the Cinekid Festival in October that brings together TV buyers, producers, distributors, directors, networks, sales agents, entertainment companies, academics and journalists who maintain a laser focus on children’s media. Located in Amsterdam, Cinekid is the world’s largest media festival for children. Every year more than 50.000 children are given the opportunity to visit over 500 media productions selected by the festival: feature films, children’s documentaries, short films, animations, television series and single productions, cross media productions, interactive installations and set-ups as well as workshops. During Cinekid for Professionals you can explore international co-productions, give your programme international exposure and discuss major issues in kids media. Cinekid offers various events to expand your professional network and meet like-minded professionals.

What’s on the programme at Cinekid for Professionals 2026? 🤩 Swipe through for a look at the programme overview and get ...
07/10/2026

What’s on the programme at Cinekid for Professionals 2026? 🤩 Swipe through for a look at the programme overview and get ready for conversations, projects and connections in Amsterdam!

From the Junior Co-Production Market and Industry Forum to our new Screening Club Live and Expert Sessions, the programme brings together professionals shaping the future of film and media for young audiences with the theme ‘Celebrating together’.

The countdown to Cinekid for Professionals is on. You can still book an Industry Badge via the link in the bio!

Join us from 13–15 October -

Introducing the Expert Sessions, a new part of the Cinekid for Professionals programme!We’re creating space for conversa...
05/10/2026

Introducing the Expert Sessions, a new part of the Cinekid for Professionals programme!

We’re creating space for conversations with people whose work touches different parts of film and media for young audiences. Bring your questions, hear how others approach their work and leave with a perspective you can take into your own practice.

Joining the Expert Sessions are Rosan Boersma and Anna de Beus (Cinemind), Laura van Erp (Filmforward), Zoeteke Lugthart (Filmfonds), Lotte Bronshoff (film consultant, formerly Filmfonds), Jana Mol (QISSA), Aneta Ozorek (Kaboom), Vincent Förster (Berlinale Generation), Rikke Flodin (Will & The Agency) and Rajae el Morabet Belhaj (Creative Europe).

See you at Cinekid for Professionals ✨

Meet our third opening keynote speaker: Samya Hafsaoui! ✨How can sharing your story bring you closer to your audience? I...
05/10/2026

Meet our third opening keynote speaker: Samya Hafsaoui! ✨

How can sharing your story bring you closer to your audience? In “Finding (online) community with your storytelling power”, screenwriter and content creator Samya Hafsaoui (Samya Hafsaoui ) explores how sharing your creative process, even during development, can help build an engaged community around your work.

From that first connection to marketing and distribution, discover the power of bringing your audience into your story. 💬

Join Samya at the Industry Forum on 13 October, during Cinekid for Professionals!

Explore the programme via the link in bio.

What brings us together, through film, storytelling and technology? 💬Meet the three opening keynote speakers joining thi...
01/10/2026

What brings us together, through film, storytelling and technology? 💬

Meet the three opening keynote speakers joining this year’s Industry Forum at Cinekid for Professionals!

✨ Linda Duits: “Glue: the magic of fun explained”
Why does having fun together create a sense of community? Linda explores the connection between fun and film, and how we can create space for shared enjoyment.

✨ Samya Hafsaoui: “Finding (online) community with your storytelling power”
Sharing your story can start long before your film is finished. Samya explores how letting audiences into your creative process can build meaningful connections and an engaged community.

✨ Pablo Núñez Palma: “Instructions for unwinding a Chatbot: making AI ours”
From a robot filmmaker to a group writing game, Pablo explores how AI can become material for creating, questioning and experimenting together.

Swipe to discover the speakers and their talks → Join the conversation on 13 October!

Explore the Industry Forum programme via the link in bio.

29/09/2026

Meet a few of the people behind Cinekid for Professionals 👋

From shaping the programme and bringing projects and guests together to making sure the industry hears from their audiences: a lot happens before we welcome you to CfP.

Meet Niv, Jess and Lia!

We can’t wait to see it all come together on 13–15 October. See you in Amsterdam! 🎬

More time to join us! The accreditation deadline for Cinekid for Professionals 2026 has been extended to 1 October.From ...
28/09/2026

More time to join us! The accreditation deadline for Cinekid for Professionals 2026 has been extended to 1 October.

From new projects and industry conversations to screenings and opportunities to connect, three days of CfP await in Amsterdam from 13–15 October.

Find the badge that fits your plans and apply by 1 October. Link in bio!

A look at the final part of this year’s Junior Co-Production Market! At JCM, filmmakers developing stories for young aud...
24/09/2026

A look at the final part of this year’s Junior Co-Production Market!

At JCM, filmmakers developing stories for young audiences meet potential partners, exchange ideas and take their projects a step further. Swipe to discover the next selection of projects we’ll be welcoming to Cinekid for Professionals.

Which project catches your eye?

A strong project grows through conversation, new perspectives and the right connections.Meet the next selected projects ...
22/09/2026

A strong project grows through conversation, new perspectives and the right connections.

Meet the next selected projects for the Junior Co-Production Market 2026. In this carousel, former participants Shabnam Rezaei and Nacho Arjona also reflect on what taking part in JCM meant for them and their projects.

At JCM, creators and producers present their work to international professionals, explore possible collaborations and gain insights that can help move their projects forward.

Swipe to meet the selected teams and discover the impact JCM can have.

Cinekid for Professionals
13–15 October 2026
Amsterdam

Meet the first selected projects for JCM 2026!From strengthening a project to exchanging ideas with international profes...
18/09/2026

Meet the first selected projects for JCM 2026!

From strengthening a project to exchanging ideas with international professionals: JCM creates space for new perspectives, valuable feedback and connections that can continue long after the market.

Swipe to discover a part of the selected projects and hear from former participants Ceylan Beyoğlu and Kristina Husová about their experiences. Click the link in bio to find out more!

Cinekid for Professionals
13–15 October 2026
Amsterdam

📣 Accreditations for Cinekid for Professionals 2026 are open!Join us in Amsterdam from 13 to 15 October for three days o...
03/09/2026

📣 Accreditations for Cinekid for Professionals 2026 are open!

Join us in Amsterdam from 13 to 15 October for three days of inspiring sessions, international networking, new projects and the latest developments in children’s film and media.

Choose the accreditation that best matches how you want to take part:
• Market Badge – The complete Cinekid for Professionals experience.

• Industry Badge – Access to the Industry Forum, Expert Sessions and industry screenings.

• Festival Badge – Access to Cinekid Festival screenings and the MediaLab.

• Young Professional Badge – A new badge designed to give eligible young professionals greater access to the programme.

• ScreeningClub Online Access – Can’t join us in Amsterdam? Discover recent children’s and youth productions online, connect with rights holders and access the professional Guest List.

Swipe through to compare the different accreditations and find the one that suits you best. Secure your accreditation via the link in bio before 25 September 2026.

Adres

Kattenburgerstraat 5 Gebouw 003 G (Poortgebouw)
Amsterdam
1018JA

Openingstijden

Maandag 09:30 - 18:00
Dinsdag 09:30 - 18:00
Woensdag 09:30 - 18:00
Donderdag 09:30 - 18:00
Vrijdag 09:30 - 18:00

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+31205317896

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