CAF 2026: Digital First Panel – New Routes Beyond Broadcast

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The animation landscape has changed a lot in recent years. With so many new platforms and ways to reach audiences, creators are finding fresh ways to develop and share their work beyond traditional broadcast.

This panel explores different models to reach audiences on digital platforms , where the opportunities are, how creators are getting their projects seen, what funding models look like now, and what skills and strategies are needed to succeed in this evolving landscape.

Chaired by seasoned digital distribution consultant Laura Taylor-Williams, the conversation will unpack how animators can be more commercially savvy, understand their audiences, and make the most of digital platforms – from developing original projects, to building a following, and finding new routes to market.

This event will have live captions by Sheryll Holley.

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This event is part of Cardiff Animation Festival 2026 Industry Day. If you'd like to attend, please purchase an Industry Day Pass.