Inside Digital-First Production and Commissioning

DCampus Exchange Munich in cooperation with DOK.forum @ DOK.fest Munich 2026

Hinweis: Diese Veranstaltung findet auf Englisch statt.

What does it really mean to produce and commission factual content for digital-first platforms? This panel takes a close look at the day-to-day realities of digital-first production, unpacking how projects are developed, financed and delivered outside traditional broadcast workflows. From questions of IP ownership and audience-building to the practical mechanics of commissioning for digital platforms, the session explores how broad online reach - often driven by strong social media followings - can translate back into public broadcaster Mediatheken (on-demand players). With contributions from digital producers and broadcasters, the discussion offers concrete insights into figures, funding pathways, and decision-making processes, helping filmmakers and producers better understand how to navigate digital-first commissioning.

Speakers: Catherine Harwardt (Drive Beta), Ellie Winstanley (Channel 4), Adam Jacobs (Quintus Studios), Andrea Bräu (BR)

Event information and tickets

  • The event will end at approx. 17pm.
  • The event will be held in English.
  • The event will be held on site.
  • The event is open to the public (with ticket purchase, valid for all events within DCampus Exchange).
  • The event is open to all accreditation types (DOK.fest professionals, DOK.forum Marketplace Observer (Plus) and Marketplace guests) for free (except DOK.forum accreditation, need to purchase ticket).

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Andrea Bräu
Redaktion Dokumentationen (Bayerischer Rundfunk)

Geboren in Ostbayern, Studium der Geschichte, Literaturwissenschaften und Journalistik in Gießen und Hamburg, Abschluss Mag.Phil. Freiberufliche journalistische Tätigkeit für TV und Hörfunk (ARTE, ARD, Bayerischer Rundfunk); seit 2012 Redakteurin für nationale und internationale Doku-Formate beim Bayerischen Rundfunk in München.

Adam Gee
Documentary Campus Masterschool & Doc Hearts (Documentary Campus Masterschool & Doc Hearts)