Film and multimedia TECH hackathon

Join the Film & Multimedia Tech Hackathon to develop innovative technology solutions for the film, multimedia and creative industries. Collaborate with experts, exchange ideas and turn creative concepts into practical solutions.

The winning team will receive €2,000 to develop their prototype! In addition, the strongest teams will receive fast-track access to the Tehnopol Film & Multimedia Accelerator, where they will get support in developing, validating and bringing their solutions to market.

The Goal of the Hackathon

The hackathon aims to bring together technology and creative professionals to address challenges in the film, multimedia and entertainment sectors. Over 48 hours, participants will work in teams to develop innovative, practical and scalable solutions that support creative processes, improve workflows and create new opportunities for the industry. Participants will turn their ideas into initial prototypes to test their vision. This is an important step before building a real product and establishing a company.

Who Are We Looking For?

We welcome professionals and enthusiasts from the film industry, multimedia, music, gaming and other creative fields, as well as software developers, IT students, designers, sound specialists and entrepreneurs interested in combining creativity with technology.

Participants can register individually or as a team. You don’t need to have a ready-made idea or an existing team — you can find teammates and develop your ideas during the hackathon.

Local and international mentors will provide guidance and share their expertise in filmmaking, technology development and creative entrepreneurship throughout the event.

When

6–8 November 2026

Duration

48-hour hackathon

Cost

Free of charge

Language

English

What kind of solutions are expected?

We’re looking for technology-driven ideas that address real challenges across film, multimedia, music, gaming and other creative industries. This could include:

Music rights and licensing — tools that simplify rights management and licensing
Equipment and resource sharing — platforms for renting equipment and tracking costumes and props
Game development — tools for testing, collaboration and version management

Casting and locations — platforms for finding actors, crew and filming locations and checking availability
Pre-production and planning — tools connecting budgets, schedules, crew availability and production planning.
Cameras, lighting and virtual production — new technologies and tools for smarter, more creative production workflows
Post-production — solutions for editing, visual effects, colour grading and feedback
Sound and music technology — solutions that improve recording and collaboration between musicians and sound professionals

These are just examples — we’re open to fresh ideas that use technology to solve challenges in film and the wider creative industries.

By joining the hackathon, you will have the opportunity to:

Shape the future of film and multimedia by tackling industry challenges and developing innovative technological solutions
Find an awesome team to bring your ideas to life and make valuable connections in your field that could benefit you long after the hackathon
Get feedback, guidance and support from top industry mentors joining us from Estonia and abroad
Turn your idea into a working prototype in just 48 hours and test its potential
Win €2,000 in prize money for your team
Join the Tehnopol Film & Multimedia Accelerator to take your idea to the next level