UKTV and Film London’s Equal Access Network unveiled a new collaborative initiative aimed at securing employment within the TV industry for underrepresented groups. UKTV’s All Voices initiative will give new entrants, mid-level professionals and returners to the industry the opportunity to work in paid, full-time roles on UKTV Original productions. Each participant will be part of the initiative for up to 12 months, giving them the opportunity to work on multiple UKTV productions to increase their level of experience and help build their CV and network of contacts within the industry.

The leadership programme to support black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) mid-level professionals in the Film and TV industry. The programme, run by Film London’s Equal Access Network, is supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery through funds awarded from People’s Postcode Trust, Sony Pictures Entertainment, BBC Films and HBO.Breaking The Glass Ceiling is designed to not only help accelerate the career of the participants, but also provide them with the skills to support and develop others starting out in the industry, helping to retain crucial talent from entry and mid-level to senior and management roles.

Would you like to work in unscripted television? Want to get work ready at our ‘Intro to TV’ Workshop? Are you looking to enhance your knowledge, build on experience and increase your confidence? Our fun and collaborative workshops will educate you and prepare you for work in the industry! We work across the whole country and our workshops are currently online so everyone is able to attend. We work with production companies to establish entry level opportunities which we then submit you for.

We work with a wide range of talented young adults aged 18 – 30+ from under-represented groups who are passionate to start a career in the film and TV sector. We wedge open the door of opportunity for them with our free film courses, led by dedicated industry professionals who share their up to date expertise. Throughout the course, students are supported to gain evidence for professional showreels and CVs, and how to conduct themselves on live sets in preparation for paid work as location marshals and runners on feature films through our close associates FilmFixer and Film London’s ‘Equal Access Network Scheme’.

City Eye offers a whole range of support to filmmakers whether you are a first timer or have a few films under your belt and are seeking advice or support to progress your career. From structured production awards, screenings and networking events through to one to one advice sessions and access to facilities – we aim to remove the obstacles to your progression. We are not a funding body, but we are always happy to discuss your filmmaking projects and see where we can help.

Based in Southampton, we are here to support the community, arts organisations, individuals, emerging talent and established talent in the achievement of their filmmaking and digital goals. We achieve this through a wide range of projects and activities including our production work, our education offering and our screening programmes including Southampton Film Week. City Eye’s modular course programme offers a flexible and accessible way for people to plan their own learning – electing to focus on one or more workshops to suit their needs.

You must be aged between 16-25 and attend/ed a state or non-fee paying school. Are or have been eligible for Free School Meals OR When you were 14, was the primary household earner working in one of the below jobs? Semi-routine manual and service occupations such as; postal worker, machine operative, security guard, caretaker, catering assistant, sales assistant. Routine manual and service occupations such as; cleaner, packer, labourer, waiter/waitress, bar staff,Technical and craft occupations such as; motor mechanic, plumber, printer, electrician, gardener, train driver, Clerical and intermediate occupations such as; secretary, personal assistant, clerical worker, call centre agent, nursery nurse. Long term unemployed. We run programmes that offer mentoring for young people aged 16-25 looking to get into the creative industries.

We’re not looking for specific qualifications, but you will need to impress us with your passion for your chosen area and have the potential to stand out from the crowd. One department, 14-24 months, and a Level 3 or 4 qualification in a related subject at the end of it. You’ll learn who’s who, what’s what and where your department sits in the overall scheme of things. A range of in-depth projects will immerse you in the detail and count towards your qualification.

Applicants applying for this scheme may already have a degree in Film and Television (or related) or have some previous experience of the television industry through running, work experience or short term placements, but no more than 3 months. If successful, you’ll spend a week in TV Boot Camp to get things underway. Here, you’ll hear from graduates of the scheme and Commissioning Editors who’ll give you the lowdown on what it takes to succeed. Then your career in TV starts for real at your production company

If it’s your dream to work in TV, this is your chance to experience it for real. We have 20+ places available to anyone aged over 18 who can show us they have a real passion for our industry. Hands-on experience and the opportunity to gain an insight into how we work await those who are successful.