Career Planning for Screen Industries

15 May 2023

Our first Lab of the 2023/24 season will help you understand the breadth of entry-level career opportunities available in the screen industries across the UK.

Run by Sue Russo, a screen industry professional with over 25 years of experience in film and TV, this masterclass will introduce you to the huge variety of roles available in the industry and teach you how to identify the right one for you.

We cover where to look for work and the different routes in, shining a light on the networks that you should be a part of. We also discuss what you can be doing right now to develop your skills, as well as offer tips for how to thrive in your career once you break in.

If you’re interested in a career in the screen industries but don’t know where to begin, this masterclass can be your first step.

1hr 15mins

BFI Film Academy Labs

BFI Film Academy Labs are practical online sessions led by industry professionals with a focus on explaining the specifics of working in the screen industries. Sessions can take many formats: masterclasses, panel discussions, interviews or workshops. The Labs are programmed across three strands: Storytelling, Business of Film and Career Ladder.