We are looking for 10 young filmmakers and film fans aged 16-19 to take part in our BFI Film Academy 2024/25. This project will cover practical filmmaking skills, film theory, programming, distribution and certification.
During this project you will work with your fellow young filmmakers, and a range of industry professionals, as you make a short film from start to finish. You will learn about everything from development, production and post-production as you are guided through the filmmaking process, and an opportunity for your film to be screened in a top cinema in Manchester.
If you have any questions or want to chat to a member of the team before applying, email creativecommunities@yourtrustrochdale.co.uk.
Deadline for applications are now closed.
The Film Academy takes place on the following dates:
| Wednesday 2 October | Online 5 pm – 7 pm |
| Thursday 10 October | Online 5 pm – 7 pm |
| Friday 25 October | Online TBC |
| Monday 28 October | Richard Street Studio 10am – 5pm |
| Tuesday 29 October | Richard Street Studio 10am – 5pm |
| Wednesday 30 October | TBC 8am – 4 pm |
| Wednesday 30 October | Online 5 pm – 7 pm |
| Thursday 31 October | TBC 8am – 4pm |
| Friday 1 November | Richard Street Studio 10am – 5pm |
| Wednesday 13 November | Online 5 pm – 7 pm |
| Saturday 16 November | Richard Street Studio 10am – 5pm |
| Wednesday 27 November | Online 5 pm – 7 pm |
| Saturday 30 November | Richard Street Studio 10am – 5pm |
| December | Christmas Break |
| Wednesday 8 January | Online 5 pm – 7 pm |
| Wednesday 22 January | Online 5 pm – 7 pm |
| Wednesday 29 January | Online 5 pm – 7 pm |
| February Half Term | |
| Wednesday 5 February | 5 pm – 7 pm |
| TBC February | Home Manchester |
Please note, this course is not open to those studying at university. Our Film Academy is free for participants to attend and travel to and from the workshops will be reimbursed.
