Film production covers a wide range of potential jobs – cinematographer, rigger, production assistant, director, sound engineer, hair and make-up designer, costume designer, animatronics technician, the list is endless! If you’re just starting out in the industry, the following links might be useful.
All Set West
All Set West is the dedicated skills package for the West of England region, designed to support emerging local talent to access entry opportunities behind the camera in scripted film and TV production. It is funded by the BFI National Lottery Places Fund and delivered by Bristol City Council’s Film Services (The Bottle Yard Studios, Bristol UNESCO City of Film and Bristol Film Office) in partnership with the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority.
All Set West’s free training is delivered at The Bottle Yard Studios, and Trainees are then linked to Placements on productions that film with us, wherever possible. Head to www.allsetwest.co.uk to register free as a Community Member and stay up to date with all the latest opportunities via the All Set West Hub.
Bristol UNESCO City of Film
Whether you’re keen to get started in a film and TV career in Bristol, looking to study or already working and interested in furthering your skills, Bristol UNESCO City of Film’s ‘Who’s Who in Skills & Training Directory‘ brings together Bristol organisations that may have what you are looking for.
British Film Institute
The BFI helps people of all ages to understand and enjoy film by running events and courses at BFI Southbank, by creating teaching resources, and by carrying out research and advocacy work. It encourages new audiences into the world of specialist, independent and archive film by sharing knowledge, techniques and critical approaches.
ScreenSkills
ScreenSkills is the industry body which supports skills and training for people and businesses to ensure the UK creative industries maintain their world class position. If you’re working in one of these industries, it has information and resources to help you take your career to the next level. If you’re just starting out, you’ll find information on the different jobs out there, to help you decide which one is right for you.
BBC Academy
The BBC Academy is the BBC’s centre for training, where you’ll find the Colleges of Journalism, Production, Leadership and the Centre of Technology. It puts training and development at the heart of the BBC and also works with the wider broadcast industry, equipping people with skills they need for a lifetime of employability in the ever-changing media landscape.
BECTU
BECTU is the UK’s media and entertainment trade union; sectors covered include broadcasting, film, independent production, theatre and the arts, leisure and digital media.
Raindance
Raindance fosters and promotes British independent film-making around the world, runs training courses and the UK’s independent film festival.
Creative UK / Filming in England
Creative UK is a national agency that invests in and supports creative ideas, talent and businesses in film, TV, games and digital media. Their Filming in England team assists all types of productions to find crew and facilities in any area of England outside London and manages an extensive crew database which is free to register with.