Tartu Centre for Creative Industries invites creative companies to participate in the Creative Industries Pitching Competition, which will take place during sTARTUp Day 2026!
All creative sector companies with clear market potential and a competitive advantage are welcome to apply — especially those who need support to make a development leap and have not previously received awards in the Creative Industries Pitching Competition.
To participate, please submit an application by December 15, 2025.
Along with the application form, please include an up to 3-minute video introducing your business idea and development plans. The best applicants will have the opportunity to pitch their idea to the jury on the sTARTUp Day pitching stage. The pitch will be limited to 3 minutes.
Selected participants will receive a free sTARTUp Day ticket, which also grants access to investor meetings.
The main prize of the competition is a 3000€ development grant provided by the Tartu Centre for Creative Industries.
The winner will be announced during the sTARTUp Day closing ceremony.
Creative Industries Pitching Competition is powered by EIT Culture & Creativity.
December 15 – deadline for submitting applications for Creative Industries Pitching Competition
January 9 – announcement of teams at sTARTUp Day Pitcing stage
January 14 -online pitching training for participants
January 19-23 – individual training on request online/on spot
January 30 – pitching at the sTARTUp Day Pitching stage
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