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The Film and TV Charity
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This month, a guide to Ramadan, events, opportunities, and more!
A Guide To Ramadan
From 10th March to the 9th April, Muslims around the world are celebrating Ramadan. To help people across our industry learn more about this special time of year, and to understand how they can support colleagues, we've put together A Guide to Ramadan with?UK Muslim Film. Covering everything from acknowledging and discussing Ramadan to how you can celebrate with your friends and colleagues, you can download the guide on our website now.?And Ramadan Mubarak to all celebrating!
New Industry Friend: RealSFX
We're so happy to announce that Cardiff-based RealSFX has become an Industry Friend of the Charity!?? Their commitment to the wellbeing of people in our industry echoes the Charity's mission and, together, we're dedicated to fostering a healthier, more sustainable industry for all. If you want to find out more about making a difference to people working behind the scenes, and about becoming an Industry Friend, click here now!
Film and TV Charity Centenary Auction
As part of our activity to mark our centenary, we’re planning an exciting memorabilia auction in partnership with Sotheby’s! The lots on offer will start with a value of approximately ￡5,000 or more, and will form part of a wider Sotheby’s sale in the autumn. We will be hosting a reception at Sotheby’s for key donors and prospective buyers, with plenty of opportunity for publicity!
So, if you have any iconic props, costumes, or storyboards from films and TV shows from the last 100 years stashed away and you'd like to help us raise vital funds, please get in touch by emailing [email protected].
British Film Council: Travel Grants Fund
A new-look Travel Grant Fund has been launched by the British Film Council, in partnership with the BFI, offering grants to filmmakers and XR creatives to support travel to selected international festivals, showcase events, labs, and co production forums. Designed to enable you to represent your work abroad, develop new contacts and networks, and reach new audiences, click here for more details.
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The Spring Budget: how does it impact you?
A few weeks ago the Spring Budget was released, bringing changes that could impact freelancers and people working in film, TV, and cinema. Navigating the financial landscape with the recent tax, budget, and national insurance changes can be overwhelming. But our Financial Wellbeing Specialist, Kay is here to simplify it for you! Click here to read our new blog on how the Budget might impact you, and you can make the most of the new changes.
We Are Opening Our Doors At 22 Golden Square!
Do you work in the film, TV, and cinema industry and find yourself needing somewhere to come and work for a few hours? We’re opening our doors, firing up our coffee machine, and unveiling our free open workspace right in the heart of Soho. Click here to book your place now!
Filming in England: Networking Event in Manchester
Do you live and work in or around Manchester? On Wednesday 27th March, Filming in England?are hosting the latest in their Connect Industry Mixer series at the Imperial War Museum North in Manchester. A fantastic opportunity for film and TV professionals of all experience levels to unite, network, and celebrate the incredible content that Greater Manchester has produced. Make sure to register via this link!
Breakthrough Leaders Programme 2024
The TV Collective have announced the launch of The Breakthrough Leaders Programme 2024. They are looking for future leaders who have worked across the UK TV industry at middle-to-senior levels for eight years or more. So, if you know someone from a Black, Asian, MENA, or Global Majority background, who has the potential to have a real impact on our industry and community, visit their website now to nominate someone, or to apply yourself!
CallTime Career Masterclass Fundraiser!
CallTime Company are hosting Career Masterclasses to explore aspirational roles and skills in the industry. For its event this Saturday, they are opening up the online sessions to a wider audience, with all the ticket proceeds going to the Film and TV Charity! The CallTime Career Masterclass: Meet Film & TV Director Stephen Woolfenden, Saturday 23rd March - tickets available here!
Apply Now!
Apply by 2nd April for the Step Up to Production Accountant Training Programme, taking place this April.
The 2024 round of BFI NETWORKs Short Film Fund is open! The fund gives filmmakers across the country the chance to apply for up to ￡25,000 to support production costs on short films.
BFI NETWORK South West has announced a new Animation Producer Lab. Applications close 28th March.?
For more opportunities to apply for, visit our website now!