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A program that accelerates opportunities for emerging tech companies to build towards strategic partnerships with Warner Bros Discovery
Our Innovate On The Lot program is geared towards connecting start-ups and founders with WBD leaders to find new ways to connect with our fans, reach a new generation of fans, and build new products around our iconic brands.
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While we are open to any start-ups innovating in the media and entertainment space, this year’s cohort search is focused on three key themes:
Start-ups accepted into the program get access to business leaders from across the company, insights from our teams on what solutions lead to long-term commercial partnerships, and a chance to work with our iconic brands in creative new ways.
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IP monitoring and tracking across different platforms, deepfake detection and analysis
IP Protection & Content Moderation
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Personalization, asset adaptation & clipping, performance optimization and social intelligence
Marketing Creation & Distribution
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Automated brand guideline review, music clearance process optimization, market compliance and localization
Approvals
& Rights Management
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June 9–12
IN PERSON PROGRAM
Burbank, CA
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The Warner Bros Accelerator was a rare mix of world-class resources and truly kind people. It's not every day you get to work with the creators and brands that shaped your imagination. The Warner Bros team made us feel seen, supported, and inspired to do our best work. I’d apply again if they’d let me!”
Warner Bros. Discovery copyrights and trademarks are the property of
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All rights reserved.
A program that accelerates opportunities for emerging tech companies to build towards strategic partnerships with Warner Bros Discovery
Our Innovate on the Lot program is geared towards connecting start-ups and founders with WBD leaders to find new ways to connect with our fans, reach a new generation of fans, and build new products around our iconic brands.
Start-ups accepted into the program get access to business leaders from across the company, insights from our tech and legal teams on what solutions lead to long-term commercial partnerships, and a chance to work with our iconic brands in creative new ways.
1
IP monitoring and tracking across different platforms, deepfake detection and analysis
IP Protection & Content Moderation
2
Personalization, asset adaptation & clipping, performance optimization and social intelligence
Marketing Creation & Distribution
3
Automated brand guideline review, music clearance process optimization, market compliance and localization
Approvals
& Rights Management
While we are open to any start-ups innovating in the media and entertainment space, this year’s cohort search is focused on three key themes:
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Is my company eligible to apply?
How can I apply?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Warner Bros. Discovery copyrights and trademarks are the property of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All rights reserved.
Your company should apply if you are:
Already generating revenue;
Operating in, or developing relevant services for, the media and entertainment industry;
Two founder or executive-level team members are available from June 9th-June 12th in-person event in Burbank, California.
Companies located in the following countries/territories are restricted from participating: Cuba, Iran, Syria, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela.
All companies accepted to participate in the Innovate on the Lot event will be required to sign a program agreement.
Is my company eligible to apply?
Two founder or executive-level team members will be required to attend Innovate On The Lot’s in-person program June 9-12 in Burbank, California. During this program, we expect cohort companies’ full participation at the following events:
Welcome Event from 3pm-7pm PT on Monday, June 9th
Innovate on the Lot Program from 9am-5pm PT on Tuesday-Thursday June 10th-12th
An additional Networking event from 5:30pm-7pm PT on Wednesday June 11th.
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
You can find the application HERE.
Once you submit, our team will be in touch to discuss next steps.
How can I apply?
Innovate On The Lot will take place at Warner Bros. Discovery in Burbank, CA from June 9-12, 2025.
When is Innovate On The Lot?
WBD will not take any equity in the company as a condition to participate in Innovate On The Lot.
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted lunch most days will be provided for two founder or executive-level team members.
Hotel accommodations and travel to and from California for Innovate On The Lot will not be covered.
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If your question was not answered above, please reach out to us at questions@innovateonthelot.com
I still have questions, what should I do?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
Warner Bros. Discovery copyrights and trademarks are the property of
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All rights reserved.
Frequently Asked Questions
If your question was not answered above and it prohibits you from completing the application, please reach out to us at [emailaddress.tocome.com]
I still have questions, what should I do?
WBD will not take any equity in the company as a condition to participate in Innovate On The Lot. [Rather, we would request an option that if certain milestones are met (e.g. a commercial deal is reached), we would have an option to invest in the company’s next financing round.]
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted lunch most days will be provided for two founder or executive-level team members.
Hotel accommodations and travel to and from California for Innovate On The Lot will not be covered.
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
Two founder or executive-level team members will be required to attend Innovate On The Lot’s in-person program June 9-12 in Burbank, California. During this program, we expect cohort companies’ full participation from 9am-5pm, with an additional Networking event on Wednesday June 11th from 5:30pm-7pm
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
Innovate On The Lot will take place at Warner Bros. Discovery in Burbank, CA from June 9-12, 2025.
When is Innovate On The Lot?
You can find the application HERE.
Once you submit, our team will be in touch to discuss next steps.
How can I apply?
Your company should apply if you are:
Already generating revenue;
Operating in, or developing relevant services for, the media and entertainment industry;
Have an innovator’s mindset.
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, will my expenses be covered?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
I still have questions, what should I do?
Does participation in the program require giving up equity?
If accepted, what kind of time commitment is expected of me?
When is Innovate On The Lot?
How can I apply?
Is my company eligible to apply?
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Your company should apply if you are:
Already generating revenue;
Operating in, or developing relevant services for, the media and entertainment industry;
Two founder or executive-level team members are available from June 9th-June 12th in-person event in Burbank, California.
Please note that companies located in the following countries / territories are restricted from participating: Cuba, Iran, Syria, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela.
All companies accepted to participate in the Innovate on the Lot event will be required to sign a program agreement.
