Our engagements
MIOB - Young Critics Lab
WHAT IS THE MIOB?
The European Festival Network MIOB Moving Images – Open Borders is inviting students and recent graduates in cinema, journalism, and related fields to apply for an exclusive opportunity in cinema journalism training. The MIOB Lab is dedicated to cultivate the next generation of cultural journalists, offering free, hands-on training at European film festivals.
In response to the evolving landscape of cinema journalism, MIOB recognizes the unique voices emerging in today’s new generation of critics and cinema journalists, who bring fresh perspectives and writing styles to the field. This program offers selected participants a unique, cost-free experience: guided, personalized mentorship with leading experts in cultural journalism, combined with immersive, practical experience at top film festivals across Europe.
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 2026:
We are looking for young Europeans who are eager to learn more about journalism techniques specific to the cultural sector
and more specifically, to cinema! If this sounds like you, apply!
Application deadline: November 14
2025 edition of the lab of cultural creative and Festival journalism
The lab was a unique opportunity to take part in a festival with press accreditation, mentored by a senior journalist alongside 5–6 other young journalists. Participants were able to produce reports on the Les Arcs Film Festival’s activities, conduct interviews with participating talents, and, if agreed, have their articles published on the MIOB and festival websites. Participants trained, learned new skills, watched films, met people and… had a lot of fun!
