Blackpool Film Festival

15/09/2026

Last chance to submit your short film script ✏️

We're getting ready to welcome another cohort of 16-19 year olds to take part in the BFI Film Academy North West Introductory Course. This course will help them get a foot in the door of the film the industry by giving them practical filmmaking experience while supported by film professionals.

We're looking for writers to submit an existing script to be made into a short film by this year's participants. Your film will be up to approximately 10 minutes in length and have a maximum of 2 locations and 3 on-screen characters.

We'll pay you a £300 licensing fee, as well as a writer credit in the finished film.

🕕The deadline is midnight tonight.
Head to the link in bio to find out more and submit.

(P.S. The submission form shouldn't take you more than 10 minutes to complete)

15/09/2026

Time for a blast from the past✨
Back in 2012, we held one of our first big screening events at Winter Gardens Blackpool Our double bill of Nosferatu (1922) and Frankenstein (1931) took place in the Pavilion, which had previously been used as a cinema from 1913 to 1960.

We immediately fell in love with the venue, the Winter Gardens Trust (who look after its heritage); and our brilliant audience, who made a great effort to dress up in their best Halloween attire. 🎃

Since then, costume has become a big part of what we do. Our volunteers and visitors absolutely love getting their glad rags on to help out on festival weekend. Over the next couple of weeks, we're going to share more photos from festivals past so you can see them in action.

02/09/2026

🎬 We’re hiring - applications closing soon!
We’re looking for a Film Festival Coordinator to join our team and help bring exciting film experiences to audiences across Blackpool.

This is a great opportunity for someone organised and passionate about film, who enjoys working with people and making events happen.
You’ll play an important role in supporting festival planning, delivery and our year-round activity.

📍 Blackpool
🗓️ 2 days per week (Sept 26 - April 27)
💷 £14 per hour (£27,300 pro rata)�🎥 Join a friendly, community-based team
⏱️ Applications close on Friday 4 September.
�👉 Find out more and apply via the link in the comments👇

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26/08/2026

25/08/2026

Want to work in film and TV, but not sure where to start? A brand-new BFI Film Academy Hub has launched near you today.

Hubs are free, welcoming spaces where you can try things out, build confidence and discover opportunities in film, TV and beyond.

Three ways to get involved:

1. Free Year-Round Membership (16-25): workshops, masterclasses, networking and more

2. Introductory Courses (16-19): an opportunity to work with other young people to make your own short film and explore different roles across the film and TV industry

3. BFI Film Academy Alumni Programme: mentoring, career development support and opportunities to help you take your next step

Ready to get started? https://theb.fi/4zp4wwU

Supported by the UK Government and National Lottery Good Cause funding.

25/08/2026

🚨OPPORTUNITY KLAXON!🚨
We’ve got 3 opportunities open at the moment…

🌱 Producers Make Stuff Happen: Creative Producer Development Programme
Build your creative project and event producing skills with support, mentoring and hands-on experience.
🗓️ Closing date: 27 Aug 2026

🎥 We’re Hiring! BFF Coordinator
Help us plan and deliver Blackpool Film Festival.
🗓️ Closing date: 4 Sept 2026

✍️ Short Film Script Callout
Submit your script for the chance to see it brought to life by young filmmakers.
🗓️ Closing date: 15 Sept 2026

Sound good?

🔗 Find out more and apply here: https://linktr.ee/BPLFilmFest

21/08/2026

We’re Hiring!
Aunty Social is looking for a Festival Coordinator to support the work of Blackpool Film Festival. This role is an entry-level position for a Fylde Coast-based aspiring film exhibition/arts administration professional.

⭐2 days per week
⭐£14.00 per hour, PAYE
⭐23 September 2026 to 21 April 2027.

To apply, please complete the online form which asks you to:

✏ Answer 2 questions (maximum of 200 words per question)
✏ Attach a CV
✏ Attach a short covering letter OR a link to a short video explaining why you would like the role and how you meet the requirements

Closing date: 12pm Friday 4 September 2026

For full details, visit: https://www.auntysocial.co.uk/bff-coordinator-2026/

13/08/2026

Producers Make Stuff Happen - Applications are now OPEN!

We’re looking for 5 producers to take part in our Creative Producer Development Programme in 2026/7.
Over the course of 7 months, you will create and deliver your own event as part of Blackpool Film Festival 2027.

This programme has been designed for early-mid career independent producers, based in Blackpool and the Fylde Coast who are committed and passionate about producing high-quality events – from exhibitions and festivals to gigs, film and community events.

⭐️ Feel confident and equipped to produce exciting and innovative work
⭐️ Build a sustainable producing career
⭐️ Develop your practical skills, creative thinking and sector knowledge
⭐️ Reflect upon your experience and think about next steps of your career

You will receive:
* A £1500 training bursary (paid in instalments) to help with expenses and support your time taking part in the programme
* An event budget
* Access to hot-desking space in Blackpool town centre
* 9 training sessions delivered by Aunty Social /Blackpool Film Festival
* 9 training sessions delivered by industry professionals
* Informal group catch-ups
* Ongoing mentoring and support and careers advice

The deadline for applications is 5pm on Thursday 27 August 2026.

Head to https://bit.ly/Creative-Producer-training-26 to find out more and apply.

📸 CJ Griffiths Photography
This programme is supported by Creative Blackpool

04/06/2026

23/05/2026

Lovely preview of our next event! 🗞️

Kicking off Blackpool Pride celebrations in style on 4th June, Aunty Social invites audiences an interactive evening of cosy crime, camp chaos and audience sleuthing with Solve-a-long-a Murder She Wrote at Bootleg Social

🗞️ 🕵️ Find out more:
https://www.blackpoolsocial.club/59825-solve-along-a-murder-she-wrote-comes-to-blackpool/