KEY CONTACTS
This ever-growing list provides details of organisations who could help progress your career, by offering advice, assistance, hard cash and more...
SCRIPT
Script is the regional development agency for dramatic writing in the West Midlands.
ANIMATION FORUM WEST MIDLANDS
Animation Forum West Midlands organise networking events, circulate work opportunities and encourage collaboration within the region with the aim of establishing the West Midlands as an essential part of the animation industry.
SCREEN WEST MIDLANDS
Screen West Midlands offer support for all aspects of filmmaking and the screen media industry in the region, including funding opportunities, networking events and seminar discussions.
FILM BIRMINGHAM
The Film Office dedicated to facilitating all aspects of filmmaking and television production in the West Midlands. They can help with everything from helping source locations for filming to advice on researching for a feature film.
ARTS COUNCIL WEST MIDLANDS
The regional homepage for the national development agency for Arts in England, offering funding and support.
FIRST LIGHT
Based in Birmingham, First Light inspire and fund the making of short films by young people across the UK.
HI8US MIDLANDS
Hi8us gives young people across the UK the opportunity to tell their stories, and gain experience of innovative media production.
LIGHT HOUSE
Light House in Wolverhampton aims to increase enjoyment and understanding in film, video, photography and new media - and offer training, events, facilities and showcasing opportunities
PLOT
PLOT is a new initiative to support and nurture the creative industries in the West Midlands. Based in Wolverhampton, they provide a range of resources and support services including mentoring, business advice, project consultancies and office space.
CREATIVE CHANNEL NETWORK
The Creative Channel Network hosts a diverse and entertaining range of animations, short films, music videos and documentaries through its website - submissions are welcomed through a downloadable application form.
THE PRODUCERS FORUM
A one-stop shop for industry professionals from both inside and outside the region who wish to engage in film production in the West Midlands. The forum also provides a way for regional producers to continue their professional development.
NESTA
NESTA is a public funding organization looking to invest in innovative projects across a variety of science, technology or arts projects. Regional officers are in place for the West Midlands.
SHOOTING PEOPLE
Shooting people is an independent online community, run by filmmakers for filmmakers, offering network opportunities and a full diary of independent film screenings.
PRODUCTION BASE
Production Base is an online database of film and TV professionals available for work throughout the UK. Users can build a profile and search for jobs.
MANDY'S DIRECTORY
Mandy is a film and television production resource, offering details of production jobs, casting calls, equipment hire and classified ads.
BROADCAST
Broadcast is the magazine for the television industry, with a comprehensive jobs section.
BROADCAST FREELANCER
Broadcast Freelancer provides a comprehensive online database of freelance job opportunities.
PERFORMING RIGHTS SOCIETY
The PRS collects and distributes licence fees for the public performance and broadcast of musical works. Their website advises on licensing information and how to protect your music as a producer or performer.
PRS FOUNDATION
The PRS Foundation for New Music (PRSF) is the UK's largest independent funder purely for new music, supporting a huge range of new music activity, from unsigned band showcases to residencies and ground-breaking commissions.
BRITISH PHONOGRAPHIC INDUSTRY
The BPI helps create an environment in which British music can thrive and remain a world leader. Browse their comprehensive list of links of BPI members, find out about the latest news, key issues, statistics, careers and education.
OWN IT
Own It is a service which offers free intellectual property advice for creative people. Their set of legal contracts and agreements are available to registered users for FREE download. Registered users can download 5 contracts.
THE RADIO ACADEMY
The Radio Academy is the professional body for people working in the radio industry. Membership entitles all individuals to a series of talks, seminars and conferences, dedicated to the development of professionals at all levels.
BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE
The bfi runs a range of activities and services including the bfi National Library, the bfi National Film and Television Archive and the National Film Theatre.
FIRST FILM
First Film Foundation exists to help new writers, producers and directors to make their first feature film.
BRITISH COUNCIL - WEST MIDLANDS
The West Midlands arm of the British Council, helping individuals forge links internationally.
http://www.britishcouncil.org/ukrn-ukregions-england-midlands.htm
