Start-up proposals by the chosen BRICS+ candidates unveiled at inventive gathering in Yakutsk
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Vibe’s still high in the creative capital as the BRICS+ startup extravaganza winds down. last Friday, the grand finale of the "BRICS+" startup journey took center stage. Contenders showcased their innovative ideas to a panel of international industry veterans hailing from BRICS nations.
Let's break it down, folks – the show's backed by the Ministry of the Russian Far East and the Far East Development Corporation. Since April, 42 creative projects from seven Far Eastern and Arctic regions have been tossing their hats into the ring, competing in the categories "Film", "Script", "Animation", and "Music".
Only 13 talented souls made it to the finals. The grand winners will be unveiled at the forum's closing bash on Saturday. These lucky ducks score up to one million rubles in production aid and a pass to lucrative markets in BRICS+ countries.
Who's judging these visionaries, you ask? The international jury features Mfundo Mogoetsi from South Africa, chair of the creative industries working group and co-director of WECONA; Shuang Sheng Zhu from China, a cultural export strategist repping KAB18 Technology Limited; Batmunkh Purevdorj of Mongolia, a member of the National Council of Mongolia for Cinema, and Jamnadass Jagadesh Bhadr Kumar and Yusuf Sheikh, founders of the international Janta Cinema platform from India.
Anatoly Semenov, Yakutia's Deputy Prime Minister, joined the fray as a judge, reminding us that the quest for creative talents in the region has been an ongoing affair for six years. In 2019, the "Startup Journey" was born to spotlight the best IT startups across the Far East. In 2020, it expanded to the "Arctic Startup Journey: Far East and Arctic of Russia."
"We've been on a mission to support local creativity for six years," shared Mr. Semenov. "In 2019, we launched the 'Startup Journey' to discover top IT startups across the Far East. In 2020, the project morphed into the 'Arctic Startup Journey: Far East and Arctic of Russia,' encompassing eight categories: fashion design, animation, gaming, IT, urban environment, jewelry design, film, and contemporary art. Over 1700 participants from the Far East and Arctic have signed up for the journey," he added.
BRICS 101: A Quickie on Emerging Nations' Cooperation
BRICS – an acronym for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa – is a collective of major emerging economies committed to fostering economic collaboration and innovation across numerous sectors, such as the creative industries.
A Peek at Potential Creative Categories
In the creative sphere, common categories typically include:- Digital Media: digital content production, gaming, and virtual reality realms.- Film and Television: movie and TV show creation and distribution.- Music and Performing Arts: music production, concerts, and theater events.- Visual Arts and Design: graphic design, fashion design, and visual art projects.- Literature and Publishing: writing, publishing, and book distribution.
Perks for Participants: What's In It for You?
Competing in a BRICS+ startup journey tailored for creative industries can offer several advantages:- Networking: Meeting fellow artists, innovators, and potential investors.- Market Access: Exploring new business opportunities in the BRICS nations.- Innovation: Collaborating cross-culturally to stir up fresh ideas.- Resources: Grabbing funding sources and mentorship from industry pros.
1.The BRICS+ startup journey showcases innovative ideas in various sectors, including fashion design, visual arts, and music – all pertaining to the lifestyle, fashion-and-beauty, and personal-growth categories.
2.Contenders in the creative industries can expect to network with fellow artists, innovators, and potential investors, thereby facilitating learning and personal-growth opportunities.
3.Those who make it to the finals are rewarded with production aid, totaling up to one million rubles, and access to lucrative markets in BRICS+ countries, contributing to their food-and-drink, home-and-garden, and education-and-self-development needs.
4.With the program's ongoing quest for creative talents in the region, participants can expect to engage in cross-cultural collaboration for innovation, ultimately expanding their learning horizons and unlocking new possibilities in the travel and tourism sector.
