Film London

03/09/2026

As part of our BFI Screen Heritage Fund ‘Resilient Foundations’ project, we are seeking a highly motivated Fundraising Consultant to support and develop London’s Screen Archives’ (LSA) nascent major gift fundraising strategy from individuals.

Application deadline: Wednesday 9 September.

https://filmlondon.org.uk/jobs/brief-for-contract-londons-screen-archives-fundraising-consultant?mc_cid=622ddb56dc&mc_eid=6d87b96074

03/09/2026

Join us for Film London Labs: The Production Finance Sessions 2026, taking place on 21-25 September! Across the week we’ll delve into key areas of financing and the business side of film including the independent film landscape, understanding the sales industry, pitching your film and the financier’s perspective. Newly added guest speakers include director Rohan Kanawade and producer Neeraj Churi, PFM New Talent Strand alumni who'll be discussing their experience attending the market with their feature Cactus Pears (Sabar Bonda), going on to win the Sundance Film Festival World Cinema Grand Jury Prize in 2025. We'll also be joined by Vicki Brown, Senior Sales & Distribution Exec at BFI; Loran Dunn, Senior Lecturer & BAFTA-nominated producer (Hoard, To Make Ends Meat); and Zak Brilliant, Head of Sales & Distribution at Metfilm. More speakers to be announced in the coming weeks. Book your place!

https://buytickets.at/filmlondon/2339204/r/linkedin

03/09/2026

Calling all screenwriters! 📣 Arvon's new Screenwriting Programme is a fully funded, two-year opportunity for emerging screenwriters from working-class and lower socio-economic backgrounds. Five writers will receive residential writing courses, one-to-one mentoring, masterclasses and industry access, all free, with travel costs covered. Applications close Wednesday 30 September 2026. Find out more: arvon.org/asp

02/09/2026

Announced today at the unveiling of the 70th BFI London Film Festival programme - Danny Boyle’s Ink as this year’s Mayor of London’s Gala, alongside Film London.

Danny Boyle brings a seismic moment in Rupert Murdoch’s Fleet Street career blazingly to life, employing the breathtaking style of a story torn from the headlines.

The Mayor of London's Gala will take place on Monday 12 October at 21:00 at the Royal Festival Hall.

https://filmlondon.org.uk/latest/ink-announced-as-mayor-of-london-gala-at-70th-bfi-london-film-festival

01/09/2026

Book now for An Introduction to Identification and Handling of Archive Film & Video!

Learn how to identify and handle archive film and video in this practical workshop, run by London’s Screen Archives.

This workshop is designed for anyone looking to gain or enhance their skills in working with archive film and video. Participants will learn the core elements of film and video identification, how to handle legacy formats safely, and what to look for when caring for moving image material.

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/filmlondon/2369732?mc_cid=000f4f2dec&mc_eid=6d87b96074

01/09/2026

The ICO has partnered with Crowdfunder UK to offer independent cinemas a complimentary 30-minute fundraising advice call.

Whether you're planning to upgrade your cinema, improve accessibility, or launch a new programme, gaining funding can be a major challenge. These free consultations let you discuss your cinema's goals with an experienced crowdfunding coach and see how crowdfunding could help you:

https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/schedules/AcZssZ2fHF9omWlcHVIu3brVZM_mtZ66d851MttO5yczkphOFG5L_jyMMqoWqPfHCg9yKtBlkGqpuXou?mc_cid=fb4d7d7e41&mc_eid=6d87b96074

01/09/2026

Exciting news: National Cinema Day returns as National Cinema Weekend this weekend! Tickets cost as low as £4 and many Film Hub London cinemas are taking part, so get booking now!

https://www.screendaily.com/news/uks-national-cinema-day-to-return-as-weekend-edition-for-2026/5219844.article

31/08/2026

Celebrate the bank holiday with Bank Holiday at High Elms from the London's Screen Archives collection, courtesy of Bromley Historic Collections. Amateur film made by or for the Women's Institute of the District of Bromley to commemorate the centenary of the Bank Holiday.

Amateur film made by or for the Women's Institute of the District of Bromley to commemorate the centenary of the Bank Holiday. The film follows a family on their Bank Holiday day out. The family initially plan to go to Hastings but due to heavy traffic they soon change their minds and choose to join...

31/08/2026

WFTV’s flagship Four Nations mentoring programme designed for mid-career women combines one-to-one mentoring with senior industry professionals, practical career development workshops, and immerses you within a cohort of women who genuinely get it. You'll leave with fresh perspective, a stronger network, and a community that's there to celebrate your wins - and cheer you on to the next one.

https://www.wftv.org.uk/mentoring?mc_cid=fb4d7d7e41&mc_eid=6d87b96074

29/08/2026

The British Film Commission are seeking an Industry Support Executive

The role will be a key member of the British Film Commission (BFC) team. They will co-ordinate and support the BFC’s film and TV infrastructure relationships across the UK, as well as the BFC’s intelligence on UK-wide skills and training, sustainability and EDI initiatives.

They will report to the UK Business & Industry Development Manager who in turn reports to the Head of Production UK.

The role will be a key member of the British Film Commission (BFC) team. They will co-ordinate and support the BFC’s film and TV infrastructure relationshi