PASSPORT TO MARKETS / CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 2015-2016

ELECTRONIC ENTERTAINMENT EXPO (E3) JUNE 16 - 18, 2015 LOS ANGELES, CA

WHAT IS E3?

Electronic Entertainment Expo, commonly known as E3, is the world's premier trade show for computer, video and mobile games. At E3, the video game industry's top talents pack the Los Angeles Convention Center, connecting tens of thousands of the best, brightest, and most innovative professionals in the interactive entertainment industry. For three days, leading-edge companies, groundbreaking new technologies and never-before-seen products will be showcased. E3 connects you with both new and existing partners and provides unprecedented exposure to emerging markets. E3 is an exclusive, industry- only event and is not open to the general public. Individuals who are not able to document their direct and current professional affiliation to the interactive entertainment industry are not qualified to attend.

WHO CAN APPLY?

Creative BC will accept applications from BC based interactive digital media producers and game developers. Priority will be given to applicants who have, at a minimum, one completed interactive digital media property or game. Creative BC will be able to provide travel support for up to two BC residents in total. Creative BC will provide up to a maximum of $1,000 to offset market registration, travel and accommodation costs. Support is only available to one individual per company.

HOW DO I APPLY?

Passport to Markets guidelines and application forms can be found at: http://www.creativebc.com/investment/marketing-programs#passport-to-markets Producers interested in travel support should submit a Passport to Markets application to Creative BC by the deadline date listed below. No extensions will be granted. For more information on E3, visit: www.e3expo.com Applications will be reviewed competitively and producers will be notified via email of funding decisions. Upon notification, successful applicants, if they have not done so already, need to register directly with E3.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Creative BC deadline: May 12, 2015

QUESTIONS

Please contact Erika Kumar, Business Analyst at 604-730-2230 or [email protected] for more information.

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