The call for applications for FRAME Advanced Tech, the first training session of the 2026 edition of FRAME, is open until April 8th.

Since 2010, INA (French National Audiovisual Institute) organizes the yearly FRAME training programme, with the support of EBU Academy, FIAT/IFTA, and the Creative Europe MEDIA programme.

Who can apply? All European and international professionals working in the audiovisual archives field, especially professionals already mastering the fundamental knowledge of audiovisual archiving with previous experience or dedicated training. Basic concepts will not be reviewed during presentations considered as already acquired by participants.

Programme: The training programme focuses on the latest and innovative practices of the audiovisual heritage sector. Alternatively, the yearly training session deals with technical and technological aspects of the preservation and management of audiovisual archives (FRAME Advanced Tech), or with documentation and access topics (FRAME Advanced Access).

In 2026 the FRAME Advanced session will be the “Tech” one, covering topics such as (non-exhaustive list):

• Technical chain of audiovisual archiving
• Digitisation strategy and technical specifications
• Open source solutions for archiving
• Risk management and disaster recovery plan
• Latest developments in digital preservation
• AI applied to audiovisual archives restoration
• Environmental impact of digital archiving

Training courses will be designed and delivered, in English, by recognised European and international experts, who will share their best practices, experience and innovation.

The training session will alternate theoretical presentations and interactive formats: workshops, case studies, feedback experience, etc. In addition, it offers professional visits of INA and of a partner institution, and networking times.

Language: English
Dates: 5 days from June 15 – 19 2026.
Location: INA, Paris