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
Recommends: Crossing
BFI Film Academy south west are offering all subscribers to our newsletter (aged 18-25) a 10% discount code to Watershed’s screenings of Crossing.
Under 30s guide to Cinema Rediscovered
Cinema Rediscovered – Watershed’s annual festival dedicated to the rediscovery and revival of great films – returns to venues in and around Bristol UNESCO City of Film from Wed 24 – Sun 28 July.
Apply to New Voices: Step Up 2024
This summer, in partnership with Watershed and Bristol AF Productions, we’re launching a few mentoring opportunities for filmmakers who identify as being from a lower socio-economic background* or who are currently unemployed or claiming benefits.
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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