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Training and skills

South West Screen wants to make sure that everybody, at any point in their career, can access the training and support they need to strengthen these skills, make money and survive in a highly competitive sector.

We believe that everybody has the potential to be an asset to our industries, whatever their background. In fact, we believe that the more stories people bring with them, the better. It's those diverse voices that make our culture rich, both culturally and economically. That’s why we aim to ensure everyone has access to high quality, industry-informed training - both formal and informal – every step of the way.

Current training schemes running:

  • MicroLights is a scheme offering fantastic opportunities for future film talent to get hands-on experience with microbudget features. Read more here. 
  • TV Futures is an affordable opportunity for TV companies in the South West to increase the multiplatform skills of junior team members. Read more here.

Recent seminars:

  • Big Reach was a seminar run at the Encounters Film Festival in November 2010, presented by South West Screen with funding from Skillset's Film Fund. The day provided the opportunity for professional filmakers to get the latest industry insights into the changing relationships between funding, distribution and marketing. Watch the Big Reach event hightlights.
  • Beyond the Box office. Watch the debate and read Caroline Norbury's blog.

Our ongoing work

 

Training and skills