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Celebrate our news of the week and upskill in the Irish screen sector with these upcoming courses and events. ⬇️
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Selected Projects for 2026
Short Film Funding Schemes Announced 🎬
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The National Talent Academy (NTA) for Film & TV, an initiative of Screen Ireland managed by Ardán, is delighted to announce the teams selected for the 2026 First Credit Short Film Scheme and NTA Short Film Fund.
Following a highly competitive open call which attracted hundreds of applications from across Ireland, five live-action short film projects have been selected to receive funding, mentorship and professional development support through the schemes.
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Short Film Exchange at The Galway Film Fleadh
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The Galway Film Fair, and NTA Film & TV are excited to offer live-action fiction Short Film Writers, Writer/ Directors, and Producers an exclusive opportunity to connect through one-on-one meetings on Sunday July 12th.
Deadline for Applications:
29 June
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First Credit Programme: Junior Clean Up Artists
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The National Talent Academy for Animation is delighted to announce paid work placement opportunities for 3 Clean Up Artists with Studio Meala on 'My Two Cars', a new series they are working on for Green Street Pictures and Adult Swim.
Deadline for Applications:
14 June 2026
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The Prime Time Lab brings emerging talent together in Denmark (August - September) to develop animated TV series in an international, industry-focused environment.
It is open to experienced graduates in Character Design, Storyboard, and Animation. Full travel, accommodation, and daytime meals are covered.
Deadline for Applications:
16 June 2026
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Crew South | Set Etiquette
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This one-day in-person course will provide participants with the basic knowledge required to start on a production and be ‘set-ready’.
This course will enable participants to hit the ground running their first day on the set of a production.
Deadline For Applications:
17 June 2026
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Crew | Access Coordinator Course
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This course will take a barrier removal approach. It will cover the basics of production, where access barriers may arise and how to advocate for and on behalf of deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent cast and crew, from Greenlight to Post, on set and off.
Deadline For Applications:
10 July 2026
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Crew Academies | Crew Shadowing Scheme
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The Crew shadowing scheme is for experienced crew on the verge of upgrading to a HOD role.
During a shadowing program, participants, known as "shadows", closely follow and observe the day-to-day activities of an experienced professional on a production.
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Crew West | Seacht Scéal an tSamhraidh
(A Summer of Irish)
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Seacht Scéal an tSamhraidh is a 7-week self-led online course for upper beginner/lower intermediate level learners, to help build a sustainable habit and gain real understanding of Irish. A slower more relaxed way to advance your Irish built around stories, listening, rhythm and real Irish.
Spriocdháta d'iarratais:
18 Meitheamh
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Crew East | Job Share Employers Info Session
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This lunch & learn info session, taking place online on 17 June, is the first in the series for 2026, and is designed for employers in the screen sector who are interested in knowing more about facilitating job sharing on their productions.
Deadline For Registrations:
15 June 2026
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Crew East | Job Share Crew Info Session
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This info session is the first in the series for 2026, and is designed for crew in the screen sector who are interested in knowing more about job sharing on productions. They will also hear from Raising Films Ireland on the opportunity for Job Sharers to be supported on productions through the scheme.
Deadline For Registrations:
15 June 2026
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Crew East | Expression of Interest -
Safety Courses for the Screen Sector
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These courses run by the National Talent Academies: Film & TV Crew Academy East would aid the participant to support a safer and more well-informed set, from First Aid Response to Manual Handling.
Deadline For Registering Your Interest:
23 June 2026
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Discover more from the
National Talent Academies
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What's On
Don’t miss out on upcoming events, workshops, and screenings across Ireland’s creative scene. Stay in the loop and seize opportunities to connect, learn, and showcase your talent—check out our full list here.
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Academy News
Looking for more news and updates from Ireland’s creative industries? Visit our news page to stay informed on the latest developments.
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