Open Call for Lead Organisation to Administer Pathways Fund for Animation and VFX in 2026/2027

As the national agency for the Irish film, television drama, animation, VFX documentary and digital games industries, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland is the creative partner to the sector, investing in talent, creativity and enterprise. 

We are inspired by original storytelling that will emotionally move audiences at home and abroad. Through a wide range of practical funding supports across development, production, distribution, promotion and skills development, Screen Ireland supports the sector at every stage. We support Story Makers in their creative pursuit to share valuable artistic, cultural and commercial stories on screen.

As part of our stated commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and our drive to widen representation and access to the creative screen industry we are continuing our Crew and Workforce Development EDI Pathways Fund Animation and VFX into 2026/27.

The Pathways Fund is aligned to the EDI dimension of Strategic Objective 4.4:

4.4 Work in partnership with key stakeholders to more systematically develop a fully inclusive and sustainable sector, with dignity in the workplace, diversity, equity and inclusion at its centre.

The Fund is open to support roles on productions across all grades and levels nationwide.

We wish to engage a Lead Organisation to administer a fund of €100,000 over 2026/2027 on Animation and VFX.

The fund includes an allocation of no more than €50,000 in 2026.

The amount awarded will include a €15,000 administration fee over the duration of the Round. Interested parties should send applications to applications@screenireland.ie with the subject line (Pathways Animation and VFX Management) by Thursday, 20th August 2026, 8am.

The applications will be assessed according to the following;

• Demonstrated successful track record for sectoral support and development.
• Proven track record for supporting career opportunities across those from underrepresentation in the sector.
• Proven track record in the creation of access programmes across E, D&I.
• Demonstrated the ability to manage the funds and geographic/nationwide reach.

Successful applicants will be expected to submit an end of year report and evaluation at the end of the programme duration.

The Pathways Animation and VFX Fund will be overseen by the Screen Ireland skills development team.

To apply, please use the application form available here.