FIAT/IFTA World Conference 2026

Building Together the Future of The Profession

In response to rapid changes in the audiovisual archive and media profession, he FIAT/IFTA is working on the project of a Think Tank for education in future skills and consolidation of shared knowledge.

As a matter of fact, technological transformation, automation and digital workflows are reshaping roles, skills and professional identities, while some traditional knowledge - especially related to analogue and manual practices - is at risk of being lost.

The Think Tank missions are to:
- Monitor global trends affecting the profession.
- Anticipate skills gaps and emerging needs.
- Act as a strategic observatory for professional evolution in audiovisual archives and related fields.

To carry out these missions, it should actively establish and strengthen alliances and partnerships, and ensure diversity of expertise, professional backgrounds and geographic representation through a dedicated governance.

It will then launch its first activities, at the service of the professional community.

This workshop aims to present and discuss emerging talking points and invite the audience to add to our
story, through participative table discussions:
- What are your biggest challenges in terms of human resources and skills management?
- How do you/would you like to support teams through the current and future changes?
- How do you share knowledge in your archive?
- What do you expect from the FIAT/IFTA in this field, and what can the association offer to help you?