Labs are back in 2024/25 for a whole new season! BFI Film Academy Labs are all about helping 16- to 25-year-olds break into the screen industries. These monthly practical sessions are led by industry professionals, with a focus on explaining the specifics of working in film and television, and developing your skills to become the best screen creative you can be. They are run by venues across the UK and take place on Mondays. Labs are completely free, and are run online, so anyone can join.
Our first Lab of the 2024/25 season will help you understand the intricate art of character creation.
Ever stuck for how to make characters? Ever feel that your characters are bland or two-dimensional? In this masterclass, Jenny Thompson will lead you through her method of character creation. Sharing her candid experiences making characters in audio and television, Jenny demystifies the creative process and shares a practical guide to making your characters sparkle. It’s a journey from inspiration to script to casting to the finished product. Along the way Jenny will share her route into the industry and what her key creative takeaways are.
If you’re an aspiring writer intrigued by the magic of character development for the screen, this masterclass is your gateway to unlocking the secrets of the creative process. Watch below.
