About
Welcome to UP NEXT — the first event market purpose-built to connect development-ready digital creators directly with studios, streamers, broadcasters, agencies, brands, and buyers actively seeking the next generation of commercially viable IP.
Developed in partnership with The Hollywood Reporter, UP NEXT offers a premium business environment where Hollywood and the creator economy can engage directly, strategically, and at scale.
Positioned as both a marketplace and a cultural moment, UP NEXT is a new global platform for identifying and developing the future of entertainment IP.
Read the full story in The Hollywood Reporter →
What to Expect
Expect a first-of-its-kind event where every attendee is accredited, every meeting is curated, and every conversation has a purpose. The day is designed to maximize meaningful connections between buyers and development-ready creators.
The inaugural UP NEXT market will feature:
- Curated one-to-one meetings
- Industry networking
- IP showcases and presentations
- Dynamic panels and feature interviews
- Keynote conversations
Who Should Attend
UP NEXT is a new targeted event designed to move business forward at the intersection of Hollywood and the creator economy. The inaugural edition will feature accredited attendees from three main categories:
Buyers
Studios · Streamers · Broadcasters
You’re looking to acquire IP, talent, or content pipelines. You’re coming to meet top development-ready creators and digital content producers.
Creators
Content Creators · Digital Content Producers
You have IP, an audience, and a story to sell. You’re coming to connect with the executives and companies who can move your IP forward.
Industry
Agencies · Platforms · Brands · Investors
You represent, advise, or facilitate deals across the entertainment industry. You’re coming to be in the room where the future of the industry will be shaped.
How to Attend
Apply to attend the first annual UP NEXT: The Creator IP Market, taking place on October 21, 2026 in Los Angeles.
Submit an application for the track that best suits your role: BUYER, CREATOR, or INDUSTRY.
Spots are limited and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Once your spot is secured you’ll receive a notification from us including information about how and when to book the one-to-one meetings as part of your event itinerary.
Questions? Reach out to us at [email protected].
Partnership Opportunities
Partnership opportunities are available to address your objectives and goals to connect, network, and promote your company at the first edition of UP NEXT: The Creator IP Market. There are existing BUYER, CREATOR, and FOUNDER packages available. Customized partnerships are also available.
Apply Now
Apply to attend the first annual UP NEXT: The Creator IP Market on October 21, 2026 in Los Angeles. Spots are limited and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
If you have questions, reach out to us at [email protected]