Global MediaTech Pitch Day
From concept to €1,000,000: Pitch your way to success
Join us at the legendary Babelsberg Studios, where your ideas have the potential to secure €1,000,000 in funding. Mark your calendars for 26/09 – a day that could redefine your future.
Startups worldwide, this is your moment to redefine the media universe and forge direct connections with leading investors at Global MediaTech Pitch Day. We're spotlighting eight startups to compete for the best pitch presentation.
An unforgettable event of smashing the status quo! Meet the brightest minds, angel investors, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs and industry leaders from across the globe that are tackling the media industry head on.
The stage is set for startups to secure up to €1,000,000 in funding, as well as compete for the €10,000 best pitch award in front of a panel of industry experts.
Applications are open until July 14th.
Finalists 2023
Setmixer
Setmixer provides a unique recording system for autonomously capturing and releasing live music in top-notch multitrack studio quality. It can be connected to the mixing desk of the artist's partner venues to record every performance, and soon, it will incorporate Al-backed auto-mixing, empowering artists to swiftly share their music with the public minutes after each show.
"It's a specialized media event with no generic audience, so I gained exposure to people interested in media, and we discussed relationships, ideas, and investments. The connections and networking here are really good".
Winkt
Winkt is a community tech provider that offers the next level of social networking based on location. The Winkt app offers event partners and guests location-based content and an interactive map, connecting all users in close proximity in real-time. The app allows event partners to share offers, send messages to a group, or discover local events instantly.
"The pitch day provided a lot of inspiration because I heard great new ideas that I will consider and integrate into whatever comes next. I also had good conversations with interesting people".
Maekersuite
Maekersuite is a London-based data-powered and Al-enabled content creation platform that reduces scripting time by up to 85%. The platform analyzes millions of stories online and learns which stories work best to make predictions and give recommendations to content creators, thereby fueling the growth of their business.
"This event was a great opportunity to showcase our name and product to people in the media industry. Being able to pitch at a MediaTech conference to professionals in our industry was very special for us".
FOMO
FOMO is an Al-enabled cultural recommendations assistant that provides both curated and personalized suggestions for the finest artistic events and experiences. Based in the UK and backed by a team with extensive experience in curating cultural events, FOMO aims to help individuals expand their cultural horizons and plan their cultural adventures in advance.
"It was our first pitch in front of investors, so it was a great experience which made us truly believe in our idea. We received great feedback after our pitch, which was the most valuable aspect of the day".
Legitimate
Legitimate is an all-in-one global platform created in Ireland that provides journalists with a suite of tools to help them work more efficiently, increase audience engagement, and optimize monetization. The tools include an ethical Al assistant that saves time by supporting the content creation process.
"Media Tech Startup Pitch Day 2022 was a game-changer for our company. The connections we made helped us expand our network and attract new clients".
Filmustage
Filmustage is a US-based company providing software for film production management. The solution, which is compatible with industry standards and formats, combines the features required for effective production: Al-powered script breakdown, semi-automatic scheduling, script summary reports, visual references, and draft budget estimations.
"The pitch session by Raw Ventures was well-organized and at a fantastic venue. The experts on stage were professionals and asked well-prepared questions, which were nice and helpful to answer".
Queels
Queels is a virality machine on TikTok, and functions as a platform that instantly connects content creators with advertisers. By providing on-demand viral coverage for brands, Queels sets a new standard in fully automated, performance-based social media promotion that is connected to the ever-growing community of video creators.
"I was able to showcase Queels to media industry experts, and met many great people in the media industry, some of whom I might work with in the future, prospects, potential future clients, and investors".
Virtuleap
Virtuleap is a health and education startup headquartered in Lisbon that combines neuroscience and virtual reality to help increase attention levels and address cognitive disorders. Its flagship product Enhance VR, is a libraryof VR exercises designed by neuroscientists in order to test and train a range of cognitive abilities.
"As a seasoned entrepreneur, I often attend pitch events, but this was a highlight: the venue, the ambiance, the jurors with sharp eyes and sharp minds, and interesting people with awesome backgrounds".
Homi
Homi is a film streaming service, that features premium African moviesand lifestyle shows from over 40 countries in Africa. Accessible via web, Android and iOS mobile apps and smart TVs, the platform streams titles covering several African languages. It has VAS partnerships with major local telcos and was used for the first virtual movie premiering in Africa.
"The event was a great opportunity for us as an African startup. It helped us discover new trends in the media and film industry, and the need to catch up with such technological advancements as the Al revolution".
Muybridge
Muybridge is an Oslo-based deep-tech company, which creates a softwareplatform aiming to re-invent the camera by moving complexities fromhardware into software. The core technology comprises unique hardwarearchitectures for high-speed data transport and high-performance-computing (HPC) architectures run their advanced imaging algorithms.
About Global MediaTech Pitch Day
MediaTech Pitch Day is an event where innovative ideas can win investment from Raw Ventures, a venture firm with European roots and decades of experience.
The event, in partnership with MediaTech Hub Conference, will take place at the renowned Babelsberg Studios, often dubbed "European Hollywood".
Media coverage extends to over 5 million. Featured by Sifted, Silicon Republic, Tech EU, UKTN.
Highlights of the last events
FAQ
What is MediaTech?
We welcome all startups that operate within the media markets. This includes production, distribution of various content types, marketing, visual advertising, media communications, social media, streaming, podcasting, TV, cinema, and music. Your startup can leverage new technologies such as AI, VR/AR, Metaverses, and Web 3.0, as well as traditional modes.
Should I apply if my startup is at an early stage?
If you believe that your startup or pilot media project has the potential to evolve into a valuable product with further investment – this opportunity is for you! By applying to the Global MediaTech Pitch Day by Raw Ventures, you can explore initial funding possibilities for your project.
Should I apply if I already have a mature product?
If you have been developing a commercial product for some time and require substantial funding to scale it up, pitching your project may provide you with the opportunity to secure up to €1,000,000 in financing.
Unfortunately I can't attend Pitch Day in person, but I still want to pitch my idea — what should I do?
We will consider your application even if you are unable to attend the event in person, so make sure you still submit it.
