Fachverband Medienproduktion

What Fachverband Medienproduktion does

Fachverband Medienproduktioner e.V. (FMP), doing business as Fachverband Medienproduktion or "f:mp.", is a registered nonprofit professional association (eingetragener Verein) headquartered in Zell, Germany, serving the media production industry across the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). The association operates on a membership-based model, providing continuing education, professional certification, and industry-event programming to media production companies, individual media production professionals, and (secondarily) print and packaging companies.

The core product is the FMP-Campus educational platform, which integrates four pillars: (1) the flagship "Geprüfter Medienproduktioner/FMP®" certification described as the "Königsklasse" (royal class) of media production qualifications, alongside the entry-level "Start Medienproduktioner/FMP®" and intermediate "Junior Medienproduktioner/FMP®" programs; (2) the state-approved (ZFU) "Fernstudium Produktions-Management (Print)" distance-learning program led by Studienleiter Rüdiger Maaß; (3) seminar series and congresses, most notably the nine-part "KI-Speed-Dating" AI-applications series (59 EUR per webinar for members, 425 EUR for the full series); and (4) regional Campus events. The association also co-organizes the annual PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION with Messe Düsseldorf and drupa.

Revenue is generated through three streams: annual membership subscriptions bundled with Fachmagazine access (valued at over 1,000 EUR), seminar and event fees, and certification fees. Distribution is direct via the f-mp.de website and event-based. The organization is supported by an ecosystem of at least eight industry initiatives (PrintPerfection, go visual, Creatura, Print digital, MediaMundo, Programmatic Print, Print City, WE.LOVE.PRINT) and a growing roster of strategic partners, most recently H. Rademann GmbH (joined January 2026). Headcount is 1-10 employees, with governance provided by a volunteer Vorstand including Ressortleiter Aus- und Weiterbildung Andreas Müller-Kraft and KI-Experte Harry Steiert.

Name

Fachverband Medienproduktion

Legal name

Fachverband Medienproduktion e.V.

Website

https://f-mp.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Fachverband Medienproduktion (FMP) is a German nonprofit professional association that provides education, certification, and industry events for media production companies and professionals across the DACH region, anchored by its Geprüfter Medienproduktioner credential and the annual PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION.

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Product category

Professional Association Services

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Project, Quality & Operations (PMP PDUs, Six Sigma, Quality CE) (EDAAALAM)

Keywords

• Media production training
• Professional certification programs
• Industry association services
• Print production education
• Continuing professional development

Headquarters

HQ city

Zell

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees providing access to member benefits including Fachmagazine valued at over 1,000 EUR, discounted seminar rates, and access to documentation and content.
2. Seminar and Event Fees: Revenue from educational programs including webinars, seminars, and certification courses. Individual web-seminars priced at 59 EUR for members and 79 EUR for non-members; full 9-session series at 425 EUR for members and 565 EUR for non-members.
3. Certification Fees: Fees associated with certification programs including Geprüfter Medienproduktioner/FMP, Start Medienproduktioner, and Junior Medienproduktioner qualifications.

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Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Fachverband Medienproduktion (FMP) is a German industry association that delivers professional certification, training seminars, distance learning programs, and industry events for media production professionals. Its core offerings include the flagship "Geprüfter Medienproduktioner/FMP®" qualification, the entry-level "Start Medienproduktioner/FMP®" and intermediate "Junior Medienproduktioner/FMP®" programs, the state-approved "Fernstudium Produktions-Management (Print)" distance learning program, the nine-part KI-Speed-Dating AI seminar series, and the annual PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION trade show. FMP also runs a membership program that provides access to Fachmagazine (valued at over 1,000 EUR), documentation, and discounted training rates.

Product overview

Fachverband Medienproduktion (FMP) is a German industry association for media production that operates as a platform of educational and certification services rather than a unified software product. The core portfolio consists of the FMP-Campus educational platform concept, which integrates four main service pillars: (1) professional certification programs including the flagship 'Geprüfter Medienproduktioner/FMP®' qualification along with entry-level 'Start Medienproduktioner/FMP®' and intermediate 'Junior Medienproduktioner/FMP®' programs; (2) the state-approved 'Fernstudium Produktions-Management (Print)' distance learning program; (3) seminar series and congresses including the nine-part 'KI-Speed-Dating' AI education series; and (4) regional Campus events. The association also organizes the PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION as a major industry event.

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Products and services

• Geprüfter Medienproduktioner/FMP® The flagship professional certification program of FMP, described as the 'Königsklasse' (royal class) of media production qualifications. It delivers expert-level knowledge across all areas of media production including PRINT, ONLINE/MOBILE/DIGITAL, DRUCKVEREDELUNG (print finishing), and DIGITALDRUCK (digital printing), qualifying participants for integrated media production responsibilities.
• Start Medienproduktioner/FMP® A two-day introductory training program that provides participants with foundational knowledge of media production fields, tasks, and basic fundamentals, enabling them to participate and contribute in media production environments.
• Junior Medienproduktioner/FMP® An advanced training program building on the Start Medienproduktioner foundation, extending knowledge over multiple days with practical study visits to production companies, and serving as a pathway to the top Geprüfter Medienproduktioner/FMP® certification.
• KI-Speed-Dating (Seminarreihe) A nine-part online web-seminar series that educates participants on practical AI applications including prompting techniques, AI image generation, video production with AI, AI music generation, 3D modeling with AI, email automation, and presentation creation. Designed to bridge the gap between basic AI experimentation and real business process integration.
• Fernstudium Produktions-Management (Print) A state-approved (ZFU) distance learning program providing scientifically grounded yet practice-oriented professional qualification in print production management. Designed for working professionals to build theoretical foundations alongside practical experience without career interruption.
• FMP-Campus An integrated educational platform concept that harmonizes four established pillars of FMP's educational offerings: the Geprüfter Medienproduktioner/FMP® qualification, the Fernstudium Produktionsmanagement (Print), various seminar series/congresses/roadshows, and regional Campus events.
• PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION (PDC) Annual congress and trade show organized by FMP in partnership with Messe Düsseldorf and drupa, bringing together the Printing-, Brand- and Packaging-Community. The 2026 edition features official partners including the European Brand & Packaging Design Association (epda), Verband Druck und Medien Nord-West e.V. (VDM Nord-West), and Bundesverband Marketing Clubs (BVMC).

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Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core and major.

• H. Rademann GmbH Print + Business PartnerstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 January 2026Specialist for individual promotional merchandise logistics and complete services for advertising materials and communication materials
• PrintPerfectioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry initiative focused on print quality standards and excellence in media production
• go visualcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry initiative for visual communication standards and best practices
• CreaturacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry initiative for creative media production
• Print digitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry initiative bridging print and digital media production
• MediaMundocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry initiative for cross-media publishing and media production
• Programmatic PrintcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry initiative for programmatic and automated print production
• Print CitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational printing industry alliance focused on sustainability and innovation in print production
• we love printcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry initiative promoting the value and versatility of print media
• PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION (PDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual congress and trade show organized by FMP in partnership with Messe Düsseldorf and drupa, bringing together the Printing-, Brand- and Packaging-Community
• European Brand & Packaging Design Association (epda)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner of PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION 2026
• Verband Druck und Medien Nord-West e.V. (VDM Nord-West)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner of PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION 2026
• Bundesverband Marketing Clubs (BVMC)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerStrategic partner of PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION 2026, strengthening reach to marketing and communication decision-makers
• Bundesverband E-CommercemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner connecting PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION with e-commerce stakeholders
• Klimainitiative der Druck- und MedienverbändecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClimate initiative supporting print and media companies in determining CO2 footprint, reducing emissions, and supporting certified climate protection projects

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• WAN-IFRA: World Association of News Publishers, the global organization for the news and media publishing industry, providing events, training, and research. Comparable as a media industry association operating across print and digital, but focused on news publishers rather than the production-services audience FMP serves.
• Intergraf: International Confederation for Printing and Allied Industries, representing printing industry employers and associations at the European level. Comparable as a print industry umbrella body with policy and training focus, but operating at the European confederation level rather than serving individual practitioners like FMP does.
• PRINTING United Alliance: Major US-based printing industry association formed from the merger of SGIA and PRINTING Industries of America, offering certification, events, and industry standards. Comparable as a comprehensive printing industry association with education and certification programs, but much larger and US-focused relative to FMP's German regional scope.
• FESPA: Federation of European Screen Printers and Digital Printing Associations serving print service providers across Europe with events like FESPA Global Print Expo, training, and industry research. Comparable as a continental printing association offering exhibitions and education, but broader in scope and international in reach versus FMP's DACH practitioner focus.

Others

• Two Sides: Global initiative promoting the sustainability and effectiveness of print, paper, and paper-based packaging, supported by companies across the print value chain. Comparable as a print-industry advocacy and education initiative, but operates as a communications campaign rather than a membership-based training and certification body.
• drupa (Messe Düsseldorf): World's leading trade fair for printing technologies, held every four years in Düsseldorf, co-operated with FMP for the PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION. Comparable as a print industry event organizer and ecosystem partner, but operates as a trade fair/exhibition organizer rather than a professional certification and education body.

Regional players

• VDM Nord-West: Regional German print and media association serving the Nord-West region, already a confirmed official partner of FMP's PRINT DIGITAL CONVENTION 2026. Direct functional peer in vocational training and member services for print/media professionals, but operating in a different German region (Nord-West vs. FMP's broader DACH footprint).
• Verband Druck und Medien Bayern (VDMB): Regional German print and media industry association serving Bavaria, providing member services, training, and policy advocacy. Directly comparable to FMP in scope (training, certification, member services for print/media professionals) but operating in a different German region without FMP's national-level flagship certification program.

Direct peers

• Bundesverband Druck und Medien (bvdm): The primary German umbrella association for the printing and media industry, covering employers, training, and industry advocacy nationwide. Directly comparable to FMP as both serve German print/media companies with vocational training, certification, and policy representation, but bvdm operates at the national employer-association level rather than FMP's professional/practitioner focus.

Emerging players

• FINAT: International label industry association representing the self-adhesive label and adjacent narrow-web printing value chain. Comparable as a print-sector industry association with educational programs and member services, but specialized in the label segment rather than the broader media production focus of FMP.

Market position

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