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Touchstones’ BFI Film Academy 2024/25 applications are now OPEN!

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.

Whether you are an avid filmmaker, have studied film or are just starting out with a passion to learn more, then this is the opportunity for you!

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 is Friday 27 September at 5pm. Applications may close early if there is high demand so we advise getting your application in as soon as possible.

Apply here!

The Film Academy takes place on the following dates:

Wednesday 2 OctoberOnline 5 pm – 7 pm
Thursday 10 OctoberOnline 5 pm – 7 pm
Friday 25 OctoberOnline TBC
Monday 28 OctoberRichard Street Studio 10am – 5pm
Tuesday 29 OctoberRichard Street Studio 10am – 5pm
Wednesday 30  OctoberTBC 8am – 4 pm
Wednesday 30  OctoberOnline 5 pm – 7 pm
Thursday 31 OctoberTBC 8am – 4pm 
Friday 1 NovemberRichard Street Studio 10am – 5pm
Wednesday 13 NovemberOnline 5 pm – 7 pm
Saturday 16 NovemberRichard Street Studio 10am – 5pm
Wednesday 27 NovemberOnline 5 pm – 7 pm
Saturday 30 NovemberRichard Street Studio 10am – 5pm
DecemberChristmas Break
Wednesday 8 JanuaryOnline 5 pm – 7 pm
Wednesday 22 JanuaryOnline 5 pm – 7 pm
Wednesday 29 JanuaryOnline 5 pm – 7 pm
February Half Term
Wednesday 5 February5 pm – 7 pm
TBC FebruaryHome 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.