COSIP — Soutien Automatique Audiovisuel
The automatic fund for TV and audiovisual production. Requires a confirmed broadcaster partner on the new project. Total programme ceiling of approximately €50M/year.
Key questions
How much does COSIP — Soutien Automatique Audiovisuel pay?
COSIP — Soutien Automatique Audiovisuel is an automatic fund: support is earned from prior results rather than awarded by a jury. Minimum qualifying spend is €80K. Public funding is limited to 40% of the budget. It is not bankable.
Who is eligible for COSIP — Soutien Automatique Audiovisuel?
COSIP — Soutien Automatique Audiovisuel is open to feature films, TV series, short films and TV movies. Eligible structures include official co-productions. Projects must pass a cultural test. Commercial production companies must have works broadcast on French TV channels that qualify as reference works by CNC.
When is the next COSIP — Soutien Automatique Audiovisuel deadline?
The next COSIP — Soutien Automatique Audiovisuel deadline is 31 Dec 2026 (application deadline). The fund runs 3 sessions a year.
How do you apply for COSIP — Soutien Automatique Audiovisuel?
Applications for COSIP — Soutien Automatique Audiovisuel go to CNC (Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée) through its online application portal. PULPSCREEN last verified these details on 3 Apr 2026.
Overview
The automatic fund for TV and audiovisual production. Requires a confirmed broadcaster partner on the new project. Total programme ceiling of approximately €50M/year.
Eligible formats
Eligibility
Commercial production companies must have works broadcast on French TV channels that qualify as reference works by CNC. Works must have at least 25% French broadcaster contribution with minimum 12,000 EUR per hour in cash, 30% French participation, and meet European qualification criteria through a points-based system.