If you want to start your career behind the scenes find relevant schemes for new and emerging production talent
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ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Film Associate Producer Programme
Funded placements for emerging producers on up to eight ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Film productions per year with particular emphasis on those from underrepresented groups. Individuals can apply directly with production companies or send expressions of interest to ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Film. -
Nine-month training programme supporting emerging entertainment and unscripted development executives in Scotland with training, mentoring from industry professionals and a fully paid production placement. Previous experience in television is welcome but not required. Applications open annually via the TRC website.
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Five-day training course held in different locations throughout the year for female factual film makers aimed at producer or assistant producer levels and designed to develop practical skills and grow confidence for everything from filming taster tapes to self-shooting their own documentary films. Find out more on the NFTS website.
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Initiative to progress the careers of mid-level deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent production talent offering paid placements within TV production companies making ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ content along with tailored training and mentoring. Elevate will be opening for new applications later this year.
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Year-long development programme accelerating the careers of unscripted TV creative leaders in Wales and West England. Candidates receive paid production placements, industry mentors and training alongside exclusive access to broadcast commissioners. Applications open annually via the Factual Fast Track website.
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Year-long development programme accelerating the careers of unscripted TV creative leaders in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Candidates receive paid production placements, industry mentors and training alongside exclusive access to broadcast commissioners. Applications open annually via the TRC website.
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