Fast Track To Film

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Fast Track to Film is a fast-track training programme which will enable up to 8 aspiring trainees with previous film experience to access hands-on learning and experience in Film and TV Drama.

South West Screen is looking for bright new talent who already have some experience in the industry to join a unique six month film training scheme where trainees will have the opportunity to take up the following job roles:

• Production Assistants aspiring to fast-track to (Assistant) Production Co-ordinator
• Newly qualified Accountants aspiring to (Assistant) Production Accountant
• Trainee Riggers aspiring to Rigger or Stagehand
• Trainee Electricians aspiring to Lighting Technician/Assistant

The scheme will consist of a two-week, expenses-paid induction - including professional short-course training - followed by a 32 -week placement for which trainees will receive a weekly training bursary of £200. Upon completing Fast Track to Film each trainee will receive individual advice and guidance to help them make the next move up the ladder.

Applicants must be over 18 and resident in the South West region at the time of application. The project aims to recruit male and female trainees from a range of ethnic and social backgrounds, who are willing to move around the region to take up their placement.

Tell me more...
Applicants, take a look at the FAQs for Trainees and the Trainee Job Descriptions to find out more, including what you will have to do to successfully get a place on the scheme.

How can I apply?
If you would like to apply for this scheme, please click here to submit your application online.
The deadline for applications for those wishing to apply for the role of Production Coordinator is FRIDAY 10 OCTOBER 2008
The deadline for applications for those wishing to apply for the roles of Production Accountant; Rigger/Stagehand; Lighting Technicians is FRIDAY 17 OCTOBER 2008

Applications do not need to be completed in one sitting - you can save the form at any time and return to it at a later date by logging into your account. If you encounter any problems with the online applications service please contact us.

If you are a company interested in hosting a trainee click here for more information.

The scheme is supported and funded by the Skillset Film Skills Fund and delivered by South West Screen.

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