Discover the industry-leading companies driving innovation in York and North Yorkshire at the UNESCO City of Media Arts EXPO. Taking place alongside the Aesthetica Film Festival, this event offers an unparalleled chance to explore cutting-edge work happening in your city. Meet the creatives behind major international projects, including Viridian FX’s visual effects for HBO's House of The Dragon and Button Down Productions’ reality TV for BBC and Channel 4.

As the UK’s only UNESCO City of Media Arts, York boasts a vibrant and thriving digital and visual culture. The EXPO showcases the city's contributions to global media, spanning film production, gaming, design, and more. Set in the historic Guildhall, the event provides a unique opportunity to try out new projects, engage with creatives, and learn how York is leveraging its global status to foster future opportunities and educational pathways for residents.

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