Applications Open for the 4th Edition of Animation Lab DOK Leipzig

This three-day workshop in collaboration with CEE Animation is designed for professional producers who are developing their first animated documentary and are eager to explore the international landscape of the animation industry.

About

Animation Lab DOK Leipzig 2026 is a collaboration between CEE Animation and DOK Leipzig. This three-day residential event takes place during the DOK Leipzig festival. Lab participants are encouraged to take advantage of DOK Industry’s Animation and XR programmes.

What to expect?

The workshop will consist of group work, personal and project presentations, lectures, direct one-to-one expert consultations and networking events. We will address topics such as film narrative, film development and pre-production, distribution and creative aspects of animated documentaries development.

Experienced producer Jean-François Le Corre (Vivement-Lundi!, FR) and multidisciplinary artist Uri Kranot(Tindrum, DK) will lead the workshop programme, accompanied by the CEE Animation Workshop team.

Mentoring staff will be available to address any specific questions or professional requests from participants.

Language: The workshop will be conducted in English.

Participation fee: 275 € (plus 7% VAT, if applicable), includes workshop sessions and an accreditation for the festival and industry programme

When and Where?

The Animation Lab takes place on-site in Leipzig.

Workshop dates: 26 to 28 October 2026, during the festival week.

DOK Industry Animation and XR programmes: TBA

Applications are open until 1 July.

Who can apply?

Filmmakers/producers who are developing their first animated documentary short, feature or series and wish to expand their knowledge of the production and distribution of animated documentaries. More than 50% of the project in development should be animated.

How to Apply?

You need a myDOK account for our website to access the application form. If you haven’t got one yet, you have to register first. Application is free of charge, the participation fee is due only after confirmation of participation.

The application deadline is 1 July.

Start your application.

https://forms.dok-leipzig.de/forms/70b57350-68da-49cd-bc5e-8121992c9cbb

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Animation Lab DOK Leipzig is supported by Creative Europe – MEDIA programme.