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Open Innovation
A Strategic Lever to Transform the Media Industry
3 out of 5 French people use a tech startup solution every month. In this context, innovation becomes both a driver of internal transformation for France Télévisions and a lever for impact across the media ecosystem.
With Projector, the group strengthens its Open Innovation approach. This new program enables selected startups to collaborate for six months with internal teams on real-world use cases. It's a concrete, shared and ambitious approach to bring tomorrow’s solutions to life.
This program is not just another incubator: it's a catalyst for synergy between our experts and tech talent
Open Innovation team
An Active and Committed Ecosystem
The program was co-designed with dedicated partners such as 50 Partners, La French Tech, BPI France Le Hub, and Future Media Hubs at the European level. It builds on the group’s Open Innovation track record, which already enabled tangible results such as:
- integrating interactivity into the Okoo app
- developing tools for eco-friendly digital design
- launching immersive media formats for the general public
A Program Rooted in Real Needs
With 58 use cases identified and 14 prioritized alongside internal teams, Projector is the result of extensive listening and co-design work conducted across all departments of France Télévisions. The program targets startups that can address real operational needs—whether in terms of accessibility, environmental impact, storytelling innovation, or process efficiency.
Our ambition is to combine the agility of startups with the expertise of France Télévisions teams to co-create the future of media and public broadcasting
Open Innovation team
6 Months to Experiment and Accelerate
Projector offers:
📆 6 months of operational support,
👥 30+ mentors mobilized from within the group and the startup ecosystem,
🧪 1 secure and structured environment for real-world experimentation.
In parallel, selected startups receive strategic support in areas such as communication, client relations, fundraising, and partnership development.
Practical Workshops to Support Startup Growth
To maximize the program’s impact, Projector offers a structured and hands-on support track, tailored to the specific growth challenges faced by startups. Over the course of six months, entrepreneurs will take part in practical workshops led by France Télévisions experts, the 50 Partners team, and recognized sector specialists. These group and one-on-one sessions will help startups strengthen their capabilities across three key pillars:
🧭 Structuring growth (recruitment, funding, customer acquisition)
🛠️ Strengthening strategy and tools (marketing & communication, tech & product development)
📺 Navigating industry specifics (media expertise, press relations, public procurement)
A Collective Dynamic to Watch Closely
Projector is also a collective journey, bringing together internal expertise and entrepreneurial energy. The program will be documented over time, with behind-the-scenes stories, interviews, and lessons learned shared publicly.
📢 Stay tuned—our selected startups will be revealed very soon!
