FAQ's, Access to Activity & Contact.

We've got answers to your most common questions and all the details on how to get in touch! We’d love to hear from you—whether you're seeking opportunities as an organisation or an educator wanting to receive our exclusive monthly updates.

BFI Film Academy offers opportunities for 16-25 year olds, anywhere in the UK, to get to know more about Film & TV and how to forge a career in the screen industries.

The Young Talent Coordinator at Film Hub Midlands who manages and oversees the regional programme, works closely with cultural arts organisations, venues and young people across the Midlands to provide a wide range of exciting activities and opportunities.

FAQ’S

I’m aged between 16-25, where can I find out more about the Midlands BFI Film Academy is and what’s on offer?

You can find details via our Opportunities page for Film Hub Midlands BFI Film Academy activities and programme.

Where can I find resources?

We have created an extensive page of regional and national resources for young people aged 16-25 can engage as part of their CPD. We try to update this page regularly.

Do you have a news section?

Yes we do! This is where we share other regional and national news, updates and case studies which we feel support young creatives in the Midlands.

I’m out of the 16-25 age range, can I take part?

Due to the nature of funding, our activities and opportunities are for aspiring and emerging young creatives aged 16-25 looking to engage with the screen industry.

If you are 15 and below, you can connect with Into Film which is a national film education programme.
If you are 18-26 and upwards, you can connect with our BFI NETWORK programm e.

Access to Activity

We offer financial bursaries to cover travel and ticket costs, supporting young people (16-25) attending our events.

Eligibility, and terms and conditions apply. Follow the link here for more information and how to submit a claim. Any concerns? Contact details are in the link.

Keeping in the loop...

Are you an educator, tutor, or leader working with young people, or an individual at a cultural arts venue supporting creative careers in the Midlands? Want to access exciting opportunities and events?

Sign up for our Young Talent Coordinator’s page here and receive monthly bulletins with regional and national BFI Film Academy events and opportunities for those you work with, aged 16-25!

Want a handout of what we offer for your students and young people? Don't hesitate to download, share and print our BFI Film Academy x Film Hub Midlands flyer!

Contact

BFI Film Academy activity for Film Hub Midlands is led by our Young Talent Coordinator - Ella Townsend at ella@filmhubmidlands.org

With 13 years of experience, Ella is passionate about reducing barriers to access and opportunities while connecting and supporting aspiring, emerging, and established talent in the screen industry. She has overseen the production of 37 short films and currently manages the East Midlands BFI Film Academy Short Course Consortium at Broadway Cinema in Nottingham.

Ella is welcoming enquiries and online meetings with those who work with young people, to better connect and collaborate. Email address above.