Technical Support
The below support can now be accessed through the Film Audience Network’s Advice and Expertise Scheme.
You can request a visit from one of our Technical Advisors who can offer bespoke advice and assistance for independent exhibitors of all shapes and sizes.
- Need advice about making the best value choices when it comes to upgrading any element of your equipment? Sound, projection, internet, servers?
- Would you like to host outdoor screenings this summer but want to get the right kit?
- Need advice on creating a DCP?
We have the expertise of Technical Ambassadors, highly skilled and experienced projectionists, technicians and engineers based in the South West to help assist with your non-emergency technical issue.
The South West region has highly experienced and skilled Technical Ambassadors including Ewan Dunford is Technical Resources Manager at Watershed with over 10 years experience in the field. With such a wealth of knowledge, he strives to effectively train and disseminate his knowledge in a constructive and concise manner on a level that is accessible to everyone.
Fees
A half-day (3hr) session is £125+VAT . Up to 10 individuals can attend the training and organisations can group together if requiring assistance for a similar issue.
A limited number of bursaries are available for organisations who would otherwise be unable to benefit from this service.
Film Hub SW can also help with additional support so do please get in touch with us via filmhub@watershed.co.uk.
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Watershed is the Lead Film Hub Organisation for Film Hub South West, part of the BFI Film Audience Network.
Watershed is a Registered Charity No. 284188 and a Social Enterprise
Watershed, 1 Canons Road, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5TX
Film Hub South West &
BFI NETWORK South West
are part of the BFI Film Audience Network, supported by The National Lottery.
