UK FILM COURSES

Are you looking to learn how to fund your next film? Then the London Film Funding Summit is the event for you! This full day event will be packed with talks, di

Are you looking to learn how to fund your next film? Then the London Film Funding Summit is the event for you! This full day event will be packed with talks, discussions and networking. You can expect to leave the event with a huge amount of insight into how the industry works, what different paths you can take and which strategy might be best suited for your particular project.

You can find a list of topics and sessions below. A full list of speakers will be announced soon.

NATIONAL, LOCAL & GRANT FUNDING
BFI Film Fund: We'll discuss the ins and out of applying for the BFI film fund. She will outline what type of project are more likely to gain funding and how to maximise your chances during the process

Local Funding: When should you apply for local funding and how can you pool different pots of funding together to source the budget for your film.

Grants: How are grants different to other types of funding? How do you acquire and expand your connections to successfully apply and gain funding through grants?

ACQUIRING PRIVATE INVESTORS
Have you ever wondered how to find and approach private investors? And once you find one what are they actually looking for? What can you expect when you manage to book in a pitch session with an investor and how should you prepare? At what stage should you even start to look for one? We'll cover all of this in a hyper-focused session on finding and securing private investment for film.

FINDING PRE-SALES DEALS
We'll explain how pre-sales work from a legal perspective and what to look out for. We'll also discuss some of the most effective strategies for approaching sales agents and locking in a pre-sale deal.

UK & INTERNATIONAL TAX CREDITS
Do you want a 20% discount on your film's budget? Then the UK tax credit us the way to go! In this section we'll discuss how tax incentives work in the UK, how to apply for them and what the requirements are. We'll also discuss international tax credits and who they work.

PITCHING YOUR FILM TO STREAMING PLATFORMS
We'll discuss how to pitch your film to platforms such as Netflix. We'll cover what the options are, how the process looks like, what kind of projects have the highest chances of getting funding and how you can maximise your chances of success.

NETWORKING
Finally the event will be a great networking opportunity. Come along to meet and network with like-minded filmmakers, actors, film financiers and indie-film marketing specialists. Whether you’re on the hunt for cast and crew, new projects, or are looking to explore your financing and marketing options, this is the perfect time and place to discuss all your current and future projects.

At the end of this content-packed day you can expect to walk out with a good understanding of all the different strategies you can use to fund your next film.

Find out more about Cine Circle here:

www.cinecircle.co.uk

Are you looking to distribute your next film? Then the London Film Distribution Summit is the event for you! This full-day event will be packed with seminars, t

Are you looking to distribute your next film? Then the London Film Distribution Summit is the event for you! This full-day event will be packed with seminars, talks, panel discussions and networking. The speakers will include successful film producers, distributors, sales agents and marketing consultants all giving their unique perspective on how to navigate the world of film distribution. You can expect to leave the event with a huge amount of insight into how the industry works, what different paths you can take and which strategy might be best suited for your particular project.

You can find a list of topics and sessions below. A full list of speakers will be announced soon.

INTRODUCTION TO FILM DISTRIBUTION
We'll provide an overview of what film distribution is, the different stages involved in the distribution process, and how it works. We'll discuss the many different routes to releasing your film in a profitable way. We'll also discuss the various types of film distribution models, such as theatrical release, home video, streaming, and video-on-demand (VOD).

FILM FESTIVAL STRATEGY
Firstly we'll firstly discuss how to create a film festival strategy that will actually help you get nominations and awards without wasting a huge amount of money. Secondly we'll discuss how to utilise film festivals to acquire sales agents or distribution deals.

FINDING AND APPROACHING SALES AGENTS
We'll outline the different steps you need to take to find the right sales agent for your film which can make or break your entire distribution strategy. We'll discuss when and how to approach sales agents, how to find the right ones and how to get them on board your project.

PR, MARKETING & REACHING YOUR AUDIENCES
In this talk we’ll outline the many different methods you can use to reach a wider audience when releasing your film. We'll discuss both paid and organic marketing methods and how to utilise PR to get as many eyeballs on your film.

SELF-DISTRIBUTION & ALTERNATIVE METHODS
Finally we'll discuss how to self-distribute your film if you cannot find a sales agents or distributor. We'll discuss online self-distribution as well as alternative methods of distributing your film on a very limited budget.

NETWORKING
Finally the event will be a great networking opportunity. Come along to meet and network with like-minded filmmakers, actors, film financiers and indie-film marketing specialists. Whether you’re on the hunt for cast and crew, new projects, or are looking to explore your financing and marketing options, this is the perfect time and place to discuss all your current and future projects.

At the end of this content-packed day you can expect to walk out with a good understanding of all the different strategies you can use to distribute your next film.

Find out more about Cine Circle here:

www.cinecircle.co.uk

I'm a professional DoP, camera operator and self-shooting director, with 20 years experience in the camera department. Alongside my shooting work I offer b

I'm a professional DoP, camera operator and self-shooting director, with 20 years experience in the camera department. Alongside my shooting work I offer bespoke camera and lighting tuition.

This training is probably of most benefit for those wanting to improve their shooting skills for TV and documentary (such as APs, researchers, self-shooters), and those wanting to get to grip with new cameras, improve their interview lighting skills and learn to shoot sequences for TV, corporates and branded content.

I've taught APs and researchers how to shoot for primetime programmes Escape to the Country and Grand Designs. I've led filmmaking workshops with young people for the BBC and National Youth Film Academy, and In 2010 I spent a month teaching filmmaking in Kabul, Afghanistan. I've even taught DSLR basics to Shooting People staff!

I own a Sony FX6, which in many cases is a great camera to train on at this moment in time. Alternatively, we use the gear you already have, kit you have access to via a production company, or we can rent in if it's a very specific camera you need training up on.

I'm experienced with all cameras across the board, including the Sony FS7, A7S, FX6, FX9 and Canon C300.

If you're wanting to get to grips with your camera, learn how to light for interviews, or want some hands-on experience with equipment you're going to be shooting with in the near future, I can design a short course to help you get your head round things.

I make it a priority to demystify the technical side of cameras and create shooting habits that make your life easier. In that way, the decisions you have to make on the day you shoot are more focussed on storytelling than colour balance.

If you'd like to discuss possibilities - on cameras large or small - just drop me a line. I am based in Manchester but often work in London. Training would take place at your home, production company or other suitable location you have access to.

Shooters price: £350 + vat / day. Negotiable based on personal circumstances and availability.

Please note - corporate and production company rates differ from the above. Please contact me to discuss your requirements.

References available on request.

Our new MA in Film, Animation and Digital Arts is a broad multidisciplinary programme which responds to the latest advancements in moving image production techn

Our new MA in Film, Animation and Digital Arts is a broad multidisciplinary programme which responds to the latest advancements in moving image production technologies such as virtual production, performance capture and synthesis, and real-time visual effects. These and other developments in the digital media arts arena require a new breed of multiskilled practitioners.

Your creative skills and talents, alongside intellectual curiosity, collaborative spirit, technical proficiency and sense of adventure, will all come into play as you make use of Surrey’s state-of-the-art facilities, great work spaces and dedicated multidisciplinary supervision. You will also benefit from the extensive connections we enjoy with the creative industries, which include media production companies, animation studios, VFX houses, facilities providers and film studios - locally, nationally and globally.

Learn more at www.surrey.ac.uk/ma-fada or contact fada@surrey.ac.uk.

I'm a professional DoP, camera operator and self-shooting director, with 20 years experience in the camera department. Alongside my shooting work I offer b

I'm a professional DoP, camera operator and self-shooting director, with 20 years experience in the camera department. Alongside my shooting work I offer bespoke camera and lighting tuition.

This training is probably of most benefit for those wanting to improve their shooting skills for TV and documentary (such as APs, researchers, self-shooters), and those wanting to get to grip with new cameras, improve their interview lighting skills and learn to shoot sequences for TV, corporates and branded content.

I've taught APs and researchers how to shoot for primetime programmes Escape to the Country and Grand Designs. I've led filmmaking workshops with young people for the BBC and National Youth Film Academy, and In 2010 I spent a month teaching filmmaking in Kabul, Afghanistan. I've even taught DSLR basics to Shooting People staff!

I own a Sony FX6, which in many cases is a great camera to train on at this moment in time. Alternatively, we use the gear you already have, kit you have access to via a production company, or we can rent in if it's a very specific camera you need training up on.

I'm experienced with all cameras across the board, including the Sony FS7, A7S, FX6, FX9 and Canon C300.

If you're wanting to get to grips with your camera, learn how to light for interviews, or want some hands-on experience with equipment you're going to be shooting with in the near future, I can design a short course to help you get your head round things.

I make it a priority to demystify the technical side of cameras and create shooting habits that make your life easier. In that way, the decisions you have to make on the day you shoot are more focussed on storytelling than colour balance.

If you'd like to discuss possibilities - on cameras large or small - just drop me a line. I am based in Manchester but often work in London. Training would take place at your home, production company or other suitable location you have access to.

Shooters price: £350 + vat / day. Negotiable based on personal circumstances and availability.

Please note - corporate and production company rates differ from the above. Please contact me to discuss your requirements.

References available on request.