The ATF x SAAVA IP Accelerator Prog brings together the best content/business concepts globally, to meet with international co-producing partners, distributors, commissioners, and financiers.

Projects in:

• Creative & Literary Arts IPs looking for development/production funding:

• Business Venture IPs and start-ups in the media-tech/content/entertainment space looking for credit/venture/private equity partners

In collaboration with SAAVA

Partner: 

Asia is a key hub for global co-productions, raising new opportunities and challenges for international partnerships. This session covers the latest data across linear and VOD distribution, explores standout case studies of innovative formats and IPs, and highlights the trends shaping co-production involving Asia. Together, these insights reveal how the region’s market is evolving, and which factors are driving its growth.

• Anqi Liu, Senior Research Analyst, Glance

Brought to you by China Pavilion

Step into Taiwan’s vibrant industry of storytelling at this exclusive event. Discover original TV content and films that combine creativity with international market potential. Meet the top producers and distributors from Taiwan, explore co-production and licensing opportunities, and connect with partners eager to collaborate on the global stage. Don’t miss this opportunity to be among the first tier to access Taiwan’s dynamic creative slate and unlock new business possibilities at ATF. 

By Invitation only—Open to buyers. (Limited vacancies, subject to accreditation)

Register your interest here (coming soon). 

Brought to you by Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA)

This session unpacks the evolving scripted landscape in Asia-Pacific: who is commissioning, what is being licensed, and which genres and formats are in demand? Ampere’s data tracks the journey of scripted projects—from comedy to drama, from greenlight to distribution—highlighting the titles which have gained renewals and those doomed to cancellation.

• Ed Ludlow, Senior Analyst, Ampere Analysis

Brought to you by Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA)

In today’s rapidly evolving media landscape, AI and automation dominate the headlines, but the real business risk lies elsewhere: brand erosion. Scott McCarthy, VP of Global Brand Protection at DreamWorks Animation, has spent two decades ensuring the studio’s iconic characters remain consistent, trusted, and authentic across 40+ markets.

In this session, Scott will explore how brand integrity - across dubbing, casting, translation, and cultural nuance - is not just a creative issue, but a direct driver of long-term monetization. He will highlight real-world examples of what happens when oversight fails: characters mistranslated, voices miscast, and franchises weakened. He’ll also share best practices for building global consistency that protects intellectual property, drives consumer trust, and unlocks new revenue streams across streaming, consumer products, and beyond.

The takeaway: In an age of disruption, safeguarding brand consistency is a critical business strategy for media companies looking to scale storytelling worldwide.

• Scott McCarthy, Vice President, DreamWorks

Brought to you by Linmon Media International

Join industry leaders as they discuss how innovation is reshaping global IP, from character creation to studio production, transforming how stories are created and shared. Exploring the new frontiers of creativity and ownership, this session will also examine how technology can bridge cultures, empower artists, and redefine the business models driving the next generation of storytelling.

• Matty Lin, Global Business Solutions, Bytedance | TikTok
• Ed Ulbrich, Head of Strategic Growth & Partnerships, Moonvalley (Former CEO, Digital Domain (Oscar-winning VFX pedigree)
• Momo Wang, Award-Winning Animation Director & Creator of Tuzki
• Todd Terrazas, Co-Founder & CEO, FBRC.ai (Moderator)

• Matiss Kaža, Oscar Winner for Best Feature Film—Animation

A returning pitch for the second-year, this initiative for horror film producers and projects from Asia offers opportunities into the horror genre across Asian markets, with intentions to develop and pitch to the US market.

In collaboration with EST N8

Brought to you by KC Global Media

A new platform that brings parts of the production ecosystem together, this session hopes to be yet another spark at ATF that will light the way forward, giving projects every chance of succeeding.

By Invitation only (Limited vacancies, subject to accreditation)

Register your interest here (coming soon). 

Brought to you by YOYWOW Space

Join us once again at one of Singapore’s trendiest rooftop venues as ATF brings the vibe, the view, & unforgettable connections.

Present ATF 2025 All-Access Badge to enter