If you’re 16 – 25, live in the South West and are interested in the screen industries, we can support you.
BFI Film Academy offers opportunities for 16 – 25 year olds, anywhere in the UK, to get to know more about film and how to make a career in the screen industries. We offer a range of courses and events for those wanting to break into film or find out more about what is on offer.
Watershed runs BFI Film Academy in the South West, supporting activity across the region from Cornwall to Gloucestershire to Hampshire. Check if you are based in the South West via the BFI Film Hub regional map.
Current Opportunities
Somerset Film: Short Film Commission 2024
With support from BFI Film Academy South West and Watershed, Somerset Film are pleased to announce we will be commissioning another young filmmaker to produce an original short film!
OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS: Short Filmmaking Courses
Short courses to help train and inspire the next generation of UK filmmakers, supporting young people aged 16 – 19 to develop the knowledge and skills to help make a career in film.
Find out more about our programmes
Labs
BFI Film Academy Labs are events for filmmakers to gain industry insight, get professional advice and support to develop their own filmmaking practices.
Scene
BFI Film Academy SCENE virtual events are for emerging film talent aged 16-25, providing an opportunity for young filmmakers to promote their films.
Recommends
BFI Film Academy Recommends is a series of curated screening events on different themes, as well as opportunities to watch and talk about films.
Talent Development at Watershed
Watershed has a range of talent development offers. Find out more about them below.
Make Shift
Make Shift is a space for 18-30 year old creatives to come together in the Pervasive Media Studio at Watershed on the first Tuesday evening of each month to network, get advice and work.
We’re here to help!
Watershed runs BFI Film Academy in the South West, open to those across the region from Cornwall to Gloucestershire to Hampshire. Check if you are based in the South West via the BFI Film Hub regional map here.
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