The Berlin production company BetaBerlin Productions GmbH is now the new event partner of the First Steps Awardthe prestigious award for up-and-coming filmmakers. The award was founded in 1999 by Nico Hofmann and Bernd Eichinger and is organised by the German Film Academy in cooperation with partners such as ARD, Constantin Film, Netflix, Prime Video, UFA and Warner Bros.

BetaBerlin Productions, a joint venture between Jan Mojto, Nico Hofmann and Jan Wünschmann, recently presented its first projects at the Munich Film Festival. The company wants to play an active role in promoting young talent in the future and open up new perspectives for young filmmakers.

Linda Kirmse, head of the First Steps Award, emphasises their shared passion for discovering, promoting and networking talent: "BetaBerlin Productions is an ideal addition to our organisers. We are united by our commitment to the future of the industry."

Also Jan Wünschmann emphasises the importance of the award for up-and-coming talent: "First Steps offers visibility, strengthens voices and opens doors for the next generation of filmmakers. We look forward to accompanying these talents on their journey."

With this new partnership, BetaBerlin Productions is emphasising the commitment of major production companies to the promotion of young talent and sending a clear signal about the importance of young creatives in the German film industry.