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| | Welcome from Claudia Merhej, Director of Awards, Events and Partnerships |
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We’re delighted to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Julie Burnell Scholarship: WFTV Production Management Programme, supported by the ScreenSkills High-end TV Skills Fund. Now in its second year, this scholarship offers specialised development opportunities to women based in the North of England who are working in production management or line producing roles, particularly those from lower socio-economic and underrepresented backgrounds.
The programme will support four selected participants, providing a unique opportunity to accelerate their careers and develop as future industry leaders. The initiative honours the legacy of Julie Burnell, former Head of Production for Drama at ITV Studios, who was widely respected for her work and her commitment to supporting female talent in the industry. Further details and application information are available via the link. |
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We’re also pleased to announce that we will be hosting the WFTV Kay Mellor Screenwriters’ Lab 2025 Script Showcase on Thursday 30 April, in partnership with Diageo. We are currently seeking professional actors to perform live readings of script excerpts from the 2025 cohort. If you are an actor and WFTV member, and interested in taking part, please register your interest here. |
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Finally, the WFTV team is growing!
We are currently recruiting for the following roles: Marketing and Communications Coordinator (full time, fixed term) Finance and Operations Manager (part time, permanent) Event Assistant (full time, temporary)
You can view all available positions on our careers page. Please do share with your networks or with anyone you think might be a great fit.
Have a great week,
Claudia |
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Join WFTV in Belfast for a panel discussion celebrating the brilliant work of local WFTV Members on the brand-new BBC One & CBBC drama Crookhaven series one - filmed by BBC Studios Kids & Family with support from Northern Ireland Screen. This panel will spotlight the varied work of our members across a range of departments and delve into the production process from commission, right through to post-production. |
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WFTV members - don’t forget you can access the WFTV Catch-Up Hub 24/7 and watch back more than 350 WFTV online events including Q&As, panel discussions, workshops and more. |
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The TV Collective has launched TVC: Flowers, a new recognition series celebrating influential Global Majority figures working behind the scenes across British film and television. The inaugural event honoured Tamara Howe, Managing Director of 22 Summers — the production company founded by Idris Elba — recognising her four-decade contribution to the UK screen industries. Tamara Howe’s full tribute will be available on The TV Collective’s YouTube channel on Friday 27 March, at 7:00pm (GMT).
Watch Here |
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WorkWise for Screen has been created to help anyone in the sector to navigate the ever-evolving world of screen-based work — from film, TV, VFX, gaming, animation, exhibition and distribution. If you’re running a busy production business, employing a team for the first time or looking to set up in the sector, WorkWise for Screen is here to support your journey. The lawyer-led WorkWise for Screen is a £1.5m pilot programme supported by the BFI awarding National Lottery funding, which provides the screen businesses with free expert support and practical resources in relevant employment law and HR. It will give you what you need to know about UK employment law, as well as providing legal contracting and policy templates, e-learning modules, alongside explainers and guidance.
Explore the WorkWise platform |
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The Edinburgh Film Festival is currently open for submissions. The late deadline is April 27th. Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) is the world’s oldest continually running film festival and, in 2024, relaunched as a brand new entity with a new board of industry leaders. Honouring 70+ years of festival history, EIFF showcases the very best filmmaking talent in a re-energised format that is rooted in a local Scottish context whilst embracing the international diversity of creative expression.
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Lesbian and sapphic films continue to face structural challenges across production, distribution, visibility and monetisation. While audiences exist and filmmakers are creating powerful work, too many films remain difficult to find, short lived, or financially unsustainable. In 2026, SapphicIFF is leading a major research initiative designed to better understand these challenges and help drive meaningful, long term improvement across the sector. You can support the project by taking their survey.
Take the survey |
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Dublin International Film Festival are looking for Head of Commercial and Marketing |
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| The BBC are looking for a Commissioning Executive in Glasgow |
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ITV are looking for a Production Secretary |
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The BFI are looking for a Fundraising & Enterprise Event Coordinator |
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