An optoelectronic component may be produced by providing a temporary carrier, applying a functional film to the temporary carrier, arranging optoelectronic elements within openings of the functional film in such a way that the mounting sides are facing towards the temporary carrier. The optoelectronic elements are thicker than the functional film such that the elements protrude beyond the functional film in a direction away from the temporary carrier. The method may further include applying a potting compound laterally around the elements and covering the function film and curing the potting compound to form a potting. The method may further include cutting between the openings to create individual optoelectronic components.