Useful links for filmmakers
This list contains links to a selection of websites for organisations that can provide advice, support and funding opportunities for filmmakers.
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BAFTA - The British Academy of Film and Television Arts is a charity supporting, promoting and developing film, TV and the moving image
These organisations can provide advice, support and funding for filmmakers
BBC Academy - The BBC's in-house training division also work with the wider industry to equip people with media skills
Britdoc Foundation - A non-profit organisation providing funding and support for filmmakers across a variety of schemes
British Council Film - A link between UK filmmakers and international audiences
British Film Institute - The BFI promotes greater understanding and access to film in the UK
Creative Skillset - Provides information, support and funding to enable career development in the creative industries
Creative England - Invests in and supports creative ideas, talent and businesses in film, TV, games and digital media
Creative Scotland - A public body that supports the arts, screen and creative industries across all parts of Scotland
Docheads - A London-based screening and networking group for documentary filmmakers.
Documentary Filmmakers Group - The DFG is the national organisation working to promote documentary filmmaking talent and innovation in the UK
Film Agency for Wales - Promoting and supporting the Welsh film industry
Ideas Tap - A charity that supports creative people through opportunities, funding, arts jobs and career development
Northern Ireland Screen - The government-backed lead agency in Northern Ireland for the film and TV industry, providing support and funding opportunities
Screen Yorkshire - Organisation supporting the creative media sectors in Yorkshire by investing in production and creative talent
Sheffield Doc/Fest - Leading documentary film festival, providing a range of pitching and funding opportunities for new filmmakers
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