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SUMMARY:Sales & Distribution Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:MATCH FIT – PERFECT YOUR PITCH\n*FREE TO ATTEND FOR SUCCESSFUL BFTM 2023 APPLICANTS \nBirmingham Film & TV Market presents a Sales & Distribution Masterclass\, led by industry professionals Smash Media. This is a great opportunity to fine tune your pitching skills\, enhance your understanding of the business side of the film industry\, and maximise your chances of striking a production deal on the day of the market.
URL:https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/event/sales-distribution-masterclass/
LOCATION:Venue TBC
CATEGORIES:masterclass,training
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SUMMARY:BFI NETWORK New Directors Series
DESCRIPTION:Join BFI Network Midlands with filmmaker Cassiah Joski-Jethi for a series of workshops on directing a short film. \nThese sessions will go through the process of creating a short film\, from conceiving an idea to the practical aspects of development\, funding\, pre-production\, production\, post-production and distribution. \nThe Facilitator\nEver since a young age\, Cassiah knew that she would be a writer and director\, unable to escape from imagining stories and films in her head. \nAfter graduating from the University of Birmingham in July 2014 with a First Class Honours degree in BA Drama and Theatre Arts\, Cassiah began her career working for writer/director/producer Gurinder Chadha OBE after a chance meeting on a train. \nCassiah is now an award-winning writer and director for stage and screen represented by Independent\, with her films funded by the BBC and BFI. Cassiah is also a BAFTA Connects member\, and has been a BBC New Creative (2020) and BFI Network X BAFTA Crew member (2018-2021). \nDates and time\nThe three sessions in the series will take place between Monday 2nd October – Wednesday 4th October. \nWorkshops will be 2.5 hours long and will take place on Zoom. Each session will have one comfort break. \n*Participants are expected to attend all sessions. \n\nMon 2nd October 18:00 – 20:30 – Idea to Script\, Script Development\, Funding & Directorial Vision.\nTue 3rd October 18:00 – 20:30 – Applications\, Pre-Production\, Casting & Production.\nWed 4th October 18:00 – 20:30 – Post-Production\, Festivals\, Distribution & Career Development.\n\nWhen booking you will only be able to select the starting date of the programme but please note that you will be booked on to all sessions of the series. \nWho is this series for?\nIdeal participants will have experience of directing at least one short film or have directed at least one staged play and be looking to direct more short film projects in the future. \nPlease note this series is for Midlands based directors and you will be required to provide your postcode at sign up.
URL:https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/event/bfi-network-new-directors-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:industry talks,masterclass,short film,training,webinar,workshop
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SUMMARY:BFI Film Academy Labs | Funding the Short Film with BFI Network
DESCRIPTION:If you’re aged 16–25\, an aspiring filmmaker or simply curious about the process of filmmaking then join us for an informative online event\, BFI Film Academy LABS\, Funding the Short Film with BFI Network\, where we dive into the world of film funding. \nDuring this event\, we will explore the various funding opportunities available through the BFI NETWORK\, a renowned organisation supporting emerging talent in the film industry. Learn from industry experts\, gain valuable insights\, and discover how to fund your own short film projects. \nWith a relaxed and informal atmosphere\, this event encourages open discussions and networking opportunities with fellow filmmakers and industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to take your filmmaking dreams to the next level. \nMade possible through National Lottery funding\, BFI NETWORK collaborates with film organisations and leading cultural venues across the UK to provide short film and early feature development funding\, industry-backed professional development and networking support to producers\, writers and directors aged 18 and above.
URL:https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/event/bfi-film-academy-labs-funding-the-short-film-with-bfi-network/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:networking,panel discussion,training,webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230913T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230913T150000
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SUMMARY:Creative Enterprise Screen Growth Summit
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Creative Enterprise Screen Growth Summit\, tailored exclusively for screen businesses fuelling your business growth!
URL:https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/event/creative-enterprise-screen-growth-summit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:discussion,training,webinar
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SUMMARY:THE ESSENTIAL COMEDY WRITING TOOLKIT #ENTERSTAGEWRITE
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the Power of Comedy Writing in One Hour! \nJoin us for an exclusive online masterclass with renowned writer and director\, Paul Davies. Discover the art of crafting comedic brilliance that transcends mediums\, whether it’s film\, theatre\, or TV. Comedy\, as Paul Davies aptly puts it\, is the essence of distilled drama. It demands precision\, economy\, and craft – skills that can elevate your writing across genres. \n🖊️ What to Expect: \nInsights from a Comedy Expert: Paul Davies\, director of Euroscript Ltd. and Creative Director of the London Comedy Writers Festival\, brings his wealth of experience in the world of TV and film to guide you through the intricacies of comedy writing. \nCharacter and Dialogue Mastery: Learn how to create characters that resonate and dialogue that lands the laughs. Discover the secrets behind unforgettable comedic interactions. \nStructuring for Humour: Delve into the unique structure that underpins successful comedy writing. Understand how timing\, pacing\, and surprise play crucial roles in delivering punchlines that hit the mark. \n📝 Why Comedy Matters: \nAs Paul Davies aptly puts it\, “If you can write comedy\, you can write anything.” Comedy sharpens your writing skills\, hones your sense of timing\, and adds depth to your storytelling abilities. \n💡 How to Access ALL MASTER CLASSES: \nEarly Bird Access: Secure your spot now for only £20! Not only will you gain entry to this masterclass\, but you’ll also receive free access to all Enter.Stage.Write Franchise competitions. 🔗 Register Here\nRegular Access: Join the masterclass for just £5 and unlock the secrets of successful comedy writing. \n🚀 Don’t Miss Out: \nSeize the opportunity to level up your writing game! Whether you’re a seasoned writer or a newcomer\, this masterclass offers insights that can transform your writing journey. Register now and harness the power of comedy to propel your creativity to new heights. \nInvest in your writing skills today – because mastering comedy means mastering storytelling. \nNote: Event details and pricing are subject to change. Please refer to the official registration page for the most up-to-date information.
URL:https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/event/the-essential-comedy-writing-toolkit-enterstagewrite/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:How to apply for Arts Council England funding
DESCRIPTION:Arts Council England gives funding to support creativity and culture across England. \nNational Lottery Project Grants  is a fund for creative individuals and organisations in England who want funding for a project. It is open to everyone and you can apply at any time. These grants usually range from £1\,000 to £100\,000. \nThis free event introducing Arts Council Project Grants is ideal for creative people and organisations who have not applied for Arts Council funding before and are based within the Black Country\, although if you have applied before you are still welcome to attend. \nSpecifically\, we look forward to meeting those from lower socio-economic backgrounds\, D/deaf or disabled people\, LGBTQIA+ people\, and those from the Global Majority\, who have traditionally had least access to our resources. \nLed by Relationship Managers from the Midlands team in collaboration with Creative Black Country\, this event will take you through the process of applying for National Lottery Project Grants\, followed by a 45-minute question and answer session. \nThe event will be held in person and will cover: \n• Access Support \n• Arts Council strategy\, Let’s Create \n• National Lottery Project Grant application guidance \n• The application form \n• The decision-making process \n• How to contact us \nThere will be British Sign Language interpretation during the event. \nIf you have any questions about the event or any access request\, please contact Faye Read via faye.read@artscouncil.org.uk by Friday 7th July. \nSign up for your place today. Once you have booked a spot\, you will receive a confirmation email. \nVenue Access Information \nPedestrian entry to the Art Gallery is via St Peter’s Gardens (WhatThreeWords: ///vibrates.awards.cost) \nThere is step free access to the gallery\, as well as a lift to access to the Georgian Gallery on the first floor\, the room where the event will take place. \nThe gallery’s front of house colleagues will be onsite to assist on the day. \nParking: The nearest car park is Civic Centre Car Park\, WV1 1RQ (WhatThreeWords: ///badly.hits.shower) \nPrivacy Notice \nWhen you register for an event\, please refer to our privacy notice to see how we use your personal data.
URL:https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/event/how-to-apply-for-arts-council-england-funding/
LOCATION:Wolverhampton Art Gallery\, Lichfield Street\, Wolverhampton\, WV1 1DU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:funding,training
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SUMMARY:Relationships on Film: Healthy Relationships
DESCRIPTION:This course is part of Relationships on Film\, a series of short learning experiences to support sex and relationships education.  \nWith intimate relationships coming in all different shapes and sizes\, how can we teach young people to recognise the difference between healthy and harmful relationship behaviours?   \nDesigned in partnership with the leading sexual health and wellbeing charity\, Brook\, this course provides practical and engaging film-based teaching ideas to support educators of 11–16-year-olds in exploring the traits of healthy relationships. Through our curated selection of film content\, you’ll learn how to discuss the sex and relationships issues facing young people today using a medium that is both familiar and relatable.    \nAlong the way\, you’ll gain access to a range of materials to enhance your teaching including ready-to-use lessons and resources\, professional short and youth-made films\, as well as feature-length content available to stream on Into Film+.   \nAs part of this course series\, we are also offering a free live webinar\, focused on teaching about sex and relationships in a digital context. In addition to accessing exclusive content\, not available as part of the courses\, this session is a chance to ask questions to course experts and share ideas with educators across the UK.     \nThe webinar will be held on:   \nThursday 22 June 2023 at 4:00pm – Relationships on Film: Let’s Get Digital \nA Welsh language webinar to accompany this course series will also run on Tuesday 4 July 2023. If you are interested in attending\, please email us at cardiff@intofilm.org by Friday 16 June 2023. \nBy the end of this course\, you will be able to:  \n\nAnalyse film highlights to explore the common features of healthy relationships \n\n\nExamine how the media presents idealised (and sometimes unrealistic) relationships \nDevelop strategies for dealing with conflict and break-ups\, using scenarios from films to stimulate discussion. \n\nEnrol and start learning for free today.  \nInto Film courses are only available for UK-based teachers.   \nAs part of your school’s policy on sharing RSE content with parents\, we welcome any screening of our Relationships on Film teaching content in your school\, if it is required. 
URL:https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/event/relationships-on-film-healthy-relationships/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Going Freelance / Setting Up Your Production Company
DESCRIPTION:BFI Film Academy Labs are monthly events for young filmmakers who are trying to get their start in the screen industries.\nThis second BFI Film Academy Lab of the 2023/24 season will give you a range of perspectives on the benefits\, challenges and experience of being a freelancer in the screen industries and/or running a production company. \nDanielle Fahiya will chair a panel of filmmakers with a huge amount of experience in front of and behind the camera\, across fiction\, documentary\, animation\, live streaming and more. They’ll be discussing when is the right time to take these steps in your career\, finding and working with clients\, the rules and practices you’ll need to know\, and managing budgets\, billing and schedules. We’d also like to hear from you: questions can be emailed in advance to filmacademy@chapter.org or asked on the night using the Zoom Q&A feature. \nThis Business of Film Lab is delivered by Chapter in Wales. \n\n\n\n\nHost:\nDanielle Fahiya is an actor\, writer and presenter from Cardiff. She is a frequent host for BBC Wales\, BAFTA Cymru and more\, and her podcast series Mattan: Injustice Of A Hanged Man for BBC Sounds was widely acclaimed on its release last year. \nPanel:\nDani Abram is a freelance animator working in feature films\, TV and AAA games. She has worked for Aardman Animation (for Star Wars: Visions)\, Cartoon Saloon and many more\, and is also the host of the Retakes podcast for freelance animators. \nToby Cameron is a director\, producer and founder of On Par Productions\, a Cardiff-based company working across film\, TV & commercials. On Par’s film Louder Is Not Always Clearer was recently nominated for Best Short at the BAFTA Cymru awards and their most recent documentary Born Deaf Raised Hearing\, was watched by 1.4 million people on BBC 1. \nDaniel J. Harris is the Managing Director at Focus Shift Films and Commercial Director at EatSleep Media. He works in both fiction and non-fiction across a range of formats\, from shorts to features to live sports\, and his clients include Football Association of Wales and BBC Wales. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMasterclass\n18:30 – 19:45 GMT \nZoom Webinar \nRegister for this event via the Register button at the top of the page. \nYou will then be sent a confirmation email with details on how to join the session 48 hours before the event and once again on the morning of the event. \nYou will have an opportunity throughout the session to ask our speakers questions\, and we encourage you to get thinking now on what you’d like to know! \nPlease note: this session will be recorded and event footage will be used on YouTube\, the BFI website and social platforms. \n\n\n\n\nAbout BFI Film Academy Labs\nBFI Film Academy Labs are all about helping 16- to 25-year-olds break into the screen industries. These monthly practical sessions are led by industry professionals\, with a focus on explaining the specifics of working in film and television\, and developing your skills to become the best screen creative you can be. \nThe Labs are programmed across three strands: Business of Film\, Career Ladder and Storytelling. \n\n\n\n\nBFI Film Academy Public Online Events Code of Conduct\nThe BFI Film Academy is dedicated to hosting events in an inclusive\, respectful and safe environment for attendees. All attendees have the right to attend our events without threat of harassment\, mistreatment or threats of discrimination. \nBy registering for and attending this event\, you accept our Code of Conduct and agree to be bound by it and to comply with it during this BFI Film Academy event. \n\n\n\n\nStay in touch\n– Follow us on social media: \nFacebook  Instagram  Twitter  YouTube \n– Sign up to the Film Academy newsletter by clicking here and filling in the form (“Sign up to BFI Film Academy emails”)
URL:https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/event/going-freelance-setting-up-your-production-company/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:training,webinar
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