If you’re 16 – 25, live in the South West and 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.
Upcoming events
Future Film Festival at Watershed
Calling all aspiring and emerging filmmakers aged 16-25 – if you’re looking to watch short films, meet other filmmakers, grow your creative network and get inspired – The BFI Future Film Festival is for you.
Inside Screen 2025
Inside Screen is an all-day event for people aged 16-25 looking to build their networks and pick up insights to help them navigate the screen industries, whether that’s TV, film or immersive works.
Get involved
Film Club Hosts: apply now
We are looking for three people aged 18-25 to work together as Film Club hosts at Watershed, as part of BFI Film Academy for 16-25 year olds.
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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