We’re particularly interested in candidates who might not yet identify as a producer but who have the relevant transferable skills; for example you might have experience in project/event management, fundraising, public relations, logistics, as a personal assistant… and be looking to make the move into filmmaking. 

The 10 selected participants will attend two days of masterclasses, case studies and practical activities at Exeter Phoenix and over Zoom, covering subjects such as collaborating with writers/directors, budgeting and finance, wellbeing and resilience, and how to produce a BFI NETWORK-supported short. There will also be a key-note speech from a special guest. Participants will leave with a greater awareness of how to establish themselves as a producer and successfully manage a short film production. 

Applications are now closed.

Who is this programme for? 

We’re looking for people with the ambition to be film producers. The ideal Producer Lab candidate will have good communication skills, a passion for storytelling and the ability to work collaboratively. 

To be eligible for the Producer Lab you must: 

• Have an interest in producing the moving-image work of others 
• Be over 18 and not in full-time education 
• Have a passion for cinema and an idea about what stories you want to tell 
• Be a resident in the south west of England
• Be able to attend both days in full: in-person at Exeter Phoenix on Sat 23 Sep, and the online sessions on Sun 24 Sep

You do not need to have produced a short film before, however we will be assessing applications based on proven commitment to storytelling and/or working in film production.  

Travel bursaries will be available to those who need financial assistance, please state this on your application. 

QUESTIONS? Email bfinetwork@watershed.co.uk.