ANIMAL LOGIC ENTERTAINMENT, ITV AND ROADSHOW FILMS AMONG GLOBAL BUYERS AND DISTRIBUTORS LOOKING FOR NEXT CHILDREN’S CONTENT HIT AT AUSTRALIAN CHILDREN’S CONTENT SUMMIT’S EXCLUSIVE CONTENT PITCH INITIATIVE

by FIlmInk Staff

Australian creators will have a rare opportunity to pitch directly to leading broadcasters, platforms, distributors, studios, investors and theatrical buyers from Australia and around the world, with Animal Logic Entertainment, ITV and Roadshow Films among the industry decision makers participating in the 2026 Exclusive Content Pitch at this year’s Australian Children’s Content Summit.

With applications now open, the 2026 Exclusive Content Pitch will see the return of many industry leaders including ITV and Roadshow Films. For the first time Animal Logic Entertainment based in Australia and the US will be in attendance as part of the expanded marketplace designed to connect Australian creators with executives actively looking for children’s and family content.

With representatives also from ABC, ABC Commercial, Australian Children’s Television Foundation, FNX Television, Mediacorp, Minderoo Pictures, Nine Network Australia, NITV, Odin’s Eye Entertainment, Sesame Workshop, Hooligan Animation, Tiger Aspect Kids & Family, TVOKids and VIVA Pictures, the Exclusive Content Pitch provides delegates with the opportunity to pitch children’s and family animated and live action series and feature films, with participating companies seeking projects ranging from early development through to completed productions, depending on their individual requirements.

Held on the second day of the summit, the Exclusive Content Pitch gives successful applicants 10 minutes to present their project, followed by questions and discussion with the industry representatives who selected their project.

Animal Logic Entertainment Executive Vice President Felicity Staunton said, “We’re beyond excited to connect with a new wave of unique Australian creators developing ideas across animation, live action and feature film. Animal Logic Entertainment has always believed in encouraging ambitious projects that take big creative swings with global, commercial appeal. Great stories start with meaningful collaborations, and we look forward to working together to share original Australian grown content with the world.”

ITV Plc Acquisitions Manager Tyler Martin said, “Our primary focus at ITVX Kids is content for 6–12-year-olds, and we’re open to exploring projects across all genres, with the exception of educational programming. We know our audience responds best to shows that are bright, bold and fast-paced, with a cheeky, mischievous sense of humour. We’re particularly looking for content that would sit comfortably alongside some of our most popular titles, including Mr Bean: The Animated Series, LEGO Ninjago, Scooby-Doo, Thunderbirds Are Go and Barbie. While our priority remains the 6–12 space, we would also consider preschool content if it’s based on a well-known and established IP.”

Roadshow Films’ Head of Australian Content Edwina Waddy said, “Roadshow Films has had great success in connecting family audiences to local stories over many years. We’re looking for wide release family film ideas that will delight kids and adults alike and have the potential to become school holiday ‘must-see’ events.”

SLR Productions CEO and Australian Children’s Content Summit Founder Suzanne Ryan said, “The Exclusive Content Pitch is one of the most valuable opportunities we offer creators because it goes beyond networking and puts projects directly in front of the people who can help bring them to life. This year we’re welcoming an outstanding group of broadcasters, platforms, distributors, investors, co-producers and theatrical buyers from Australia and around the world, all actively seeking new children’s and family content. We’re already seeing the impact of the Exclusive Content Pitch, with projects progressing into development and production and new partnerships formed over the past three years. We’re excited to build on that momentum in 2026.”

As the children’s and family content market continues to evolve, the Exclusive Content Pitch provides Australian creators with direct access to decision makers actively seeking new projects, acquisitions and partnerships.

Applications for this year’s Australian Children’s Content Summit 2026 Exclusive Content Pitch are now open and close on 15 July 2026 at midnight.

Presented by SLR Productions, the 2026 summit will again see Australian Children’s Television Foundation return as Principal Partner and both Screen Australia and Screen NSW back as Major Government Partners, alongside Major Partners YouTube and Minderoo Foundation. Since launching in 2023, the Australian Children’s Content Summit has attracted more than 260 delegates from 12 countries annually, including senior executives from ABC, NITV, BBC, BBC Studios, CBC, PBS Kids, Apple TV+, Disney, Netflix, Sony, Paramount, ITV, Amazon Kids+ Originals, Warner Bros Discovery Kids, YouTube, Nine Network, Hello Sunshine, Sinking Ship Entertainment, Wildbrain and many more. It has generated development partnerships, project commissions, international collaborations, career pathways and strategic business relationships, firmly establishing the Australian Children’s Content Summit as Australia’s leading marketplace for children’s and family content. The Exclusive Content Pitch has become a key part of that success, helping connect Australian creators with global buyers and accelerating projects towards development and production.

Once again hosted by Dr. Emma Watkins, creator of the ARIA award-winning children’s brand ‘Emma Memma’, this year’s summit will feature speaker sessions, pitching opportunities, workshops, curated matchmaking, networking events and outdoor experiences, all set against New South Wales’ Coffs Coast backdrop.

Building on its success, this year’s summit offers delegates exceptional access to leading content professionals, including producers, creators, writers, directors, buyers, distributors, investors, screen agencies, policymakers and industry influencers.

The summit has firmly established itself as Australia’s premier platform for the children’s and family content industry to network, collaborate, share insights and build significant business relationships. The Australian Children’s Content Summit remains the only dedicated event of its kind in the country, proudly celebrating the power and potential of stories for local and international audiences.

AUSTRALIAN CHILDREN’S CONTENT SUMMIT DETAILS

DATES: Monday 24 August to Thursday 27 August 2026

LOCATION: Pacific Bay Resort, Bay Drive, Coffs Harbour

PRICE: Registration is now available until 7 August 2026 – $955

All tickets include lunches, refreshments, evening functions, and more.

TICKETS: http://www.australianchildrenscontentsummit.com

The 2026 Australian Children’s Content Summit is proudly supported by a wide network of partners across Government, industry and commercial sectors.

Presented by: SLR Productions

Principal Partner: Australian Children’s Television Foundation

Major Government Partners: Screen Australia and Screen NSW

Major Partners: YouTube and Minderoo Foundation

Gold Partners: Flying Bark Productions, ABC, Simpsons, Screenwest