August
Arendalsuka: Strengthening the Media Industry in Turbulent Times (NO)
When and where: 13 August, 13:00-14:00, Arendal
What: Norway faces serious threats, from polarization and cyberattacks to AI-driven disinformation and attempts to influence elections. We are gathering leading voices from media and politics to explore how the media industry can help society better prepare for and respond to crises.
Who can join: Open to all
More information/sign up: Here
Product Management: How to develop a product that attracts BBC and NYT as clients (EN)
When and where: 21 August, 10:00-11:00, Media City Bergen/Online
What: How has CuttingRoom in just 3 years been successfully challenging the market leaders in a large and highly competitive video editing market with a small team from a small city?Helge Høibraaten, Co-CEO and co-founder of Cutting Room will share key lessons from the journal, including some surprising and tough strategic decisions they made from the start that he believes has been instrumental.
Who can join: Members of Media Cluster Norway
More information/sign up: Here
Book Launch: Schibsted – The Digital Transformation of a Nordic Media Giant (NO)
When and where: 22 August, 10:00-11:00, Media City Bergen
What: Together with SUJO and the research group for media industry and journalism at the University of Bergen, we are inviting you to a conversation about how Schibsted navigated its digital transformation and international expansion.
Who can join: Open to all
More information/sign up: Here
Editorial Innovation Management: Project Britney – Reaching the 30–49 Demographic (NO)
When and where: 27 August, 10:00-11:00, Media City Bergen/Online
What: Bergensavisen (BA) launched a bold experiment: Project Britney - a content and distribution initiative aimed at reaching the “new young” audience, aged 30–49. Hear how they’re rethinking editorial strategy and platform use to grow this key segment.
Who can join: Members of Media Cluster Norway
More information/sign up: Here
Workshop on Future Projects (NO/EN)
When and where: August 25, Media City Bergen/Online
What: A multi-part workshop to design future initiatives on topics identified by members as areas of interest and potential collaboration. This is your opportunity to shape the content, collaboration and your role in the upcoming activities of the cluster.
Who can join: Members of Media Cluster Norway
More information/sign up: Contact Marianne
September
Study-Trip to IBC (NO/EN)
When and where: 12-13 September, Amsterdam
What: During a full and exciting 24 hours, you’ll get to know our projects more closely and discover the latest products and services from the media technology companies in the cluster. The trip is a great opportunity to gain insights into some of the most important trends in the media industry, and to connect with new people. The participation fee is NOK 9,950 excluding VAT.
Who can join: Members and partners of Media Cluster Norway
More information/sign up: Here
Breakfast Meeting at IBC (EN)
When and where: 13 September, 08:00-09:30, Hotel Okura, Amsterdam
What: Media Cluster Norway brings together some of the world’s leading companies in media technology and innovation. At this breakfast meeting, you’ll hear how cluster members are shaping the future of content creation, distribution, and trust in media.
Who can join: Open to all
More information/sign up: Here
Media Career Fair (NO/EN)
When and where: 23 September, 15:00-17:00, Media City Bergen
What: Join us for the second edition of the Media Career Fair, following last year’s success where students, job seekers, and innovative companies came together to explore the many opportunities within media and media technology. This year, we’re once again highlighting the wide range of careers available in the media and media tech industry, from journalism and photography to development, design, marketing, HR, and beyond.
Who can join: Open to all as participants, Exhibit open to members of Media Cluster Norway
More information/sign up: Here, Exhibitors can contact Charlotte
Media Provenance Summit (EN)
When and where: 23 September, 08:30-18:30, Fløien, Bergen
What: This summit will gather media and media tech companies worldwide to discuss how we can collaborate to ensure progress in implementing C2PA. The day will include updates on C2PA and Media Provenance, and a workshop on implementing C2PA and overcoming hurdles collaboratively.
Who can join: Open to all, targeted to media and media tech companies already involved in working with C2PA
More information/sign up: Here
Future Week 2025 - The Future of Media Tech (EN/NO)
When and where: 23-26 September, Bergen
What: Future Week is our annual conference exploring the latest in media technology and editorial innovation. In addition to the two-day conference of Future Week, you can attend workshops and social events during the same week:
- Future Week Two-Day Conference (EN), 24-25 September - Member ticket: 3,500 NOK (ex. VAT)
- Dinner for attendees and speakers (EN/NO), 24 September
- Festival Bar at OkiDoki (EN/NO), 23-25 September
- Hackathon for Open-Source Reality (EN), 25 September
- Workshop on Sensor Journalism and Climate (NO), 26 September
- Workshop with AWS (EN), 26 September
Who can join: Open to all, Members of Media Cluster Norway get discounted tickets
More information/sign up: Here
October
Workshop for Students with Vizrt (EN/NO)
When and where: 16 October, Media City Bergen
What: Together with Vizrt, we’re inviting students in journalism, IT, development, TV production, and related fields to a full-day hackathon exploring the future of media — from production and channel creation to distribution, post-production, and social media. Participants will work across disciplines to create their own news broadcast using cutting-edge cloud technology, FAST channels, AWS media services, and the latest AI tools.
Who can join: Open to all
More information/sign up: Contact Marianne
Study Trip to New York and NAB Show (EN)
When and where: October 21-24, New York City
What: Join us for company visits and networking in the media metropol New York City. Together, we’ll visit an exciting mix of newsrooms, media technology companies, and innovative startup environments, including stops at CBS, Adobe and NAB Show NYC. The participation fee is NOK 27,500 excl. VAT.
Who can join: Members and partners of Media Cluster Norway
More information/sign up: Here
200 Years of Norwegian Media Tech (EN)
When and where: 23 October, New York
What: Networking event co-organized with the General Consulate in NYC to gather Norwegian and American media and media tech companies. The event will showcase the solutions of media tech companies in Media Cluster Norway.
Who can join: Open to all
More information/sign up: Contact Helge
November
FMH Next Generation Hub Gathering (EN)
When and where: 3-4 November, Media City Bergen
What: The Future Media Hubs Next Generation hub gathers media companies, focusing on best practices, innovations, and solutions to better reach audiences aged 12 to 34. They are organizing their annual physical meeting in Media City Bergen in collaboration with Media Cluster Norway.
Who can join: Members of Media Cluster Norway and Future Media Hubs
More information/sign up: Contact Charlotte
December
Christmas Gathering (NO/EN)
When and where: TBA, hybrid
What: Before the holiday sets in, Media Cluster Norway invites you for an afternoon of insights, conversations and networking with other members and partners.
Who can join: Members and partners of Media Cluster Norway
More information/sign up: Contact Charlotte
More to Expect This Fall
Show & Tell for Other Industries (NO/EN)
When and where: Fall 2025, Stord, Media City Bergen ++
What: In collaboration with Vestland Fylkeskommune, we plan to raise awareness of the solutions of our media tech members to potential verticals in Vestland. That’s why we’re bringing Show & Tell to other regional industries to showcase how media tech solutions with value for other industries.
Who can join: Open to all
More information/sign up: Contact Charlotte
Meetings in All Our Networks (NO/EN)
When and where: Bergen, Ålesund, Trondheim, Kristiansand, Online ++
What: Throughout the fall you can expect more meetings in all of our professional networks:
- Developer Network (EN)
- Product Management Network (EN)
- Behind the Camera (NO)
- Editorial Innovation Management (NO)
- Data Journalism Network (NO)
- Digital Storytelling (NO)
Who can join: Members of Media Cluster Norway
More information/sign up: Contact Ketil
Sensor Journalism Activities (NO)
When and where: Hybrid
What: Throughout the fall you can expect several activities, like courses, workshops and hackathons within the sensor journalism field.
Who can join: Members of Media Cluster Norway
More information/sign up: Contact Ketil