Northwest Vision and Media, create the bigger picture
Networks and Networking
Research shows that effective networking beats traditional methods of gaining new business at every level. Those with the skills and tools to be effective networkers gain the competitive edge over business rivals.
That’s
why
Vision
and
Media
offer
a
range
of
networking
events
throughout
the
year,
designed
specifically
to put
feature
filmmaking
talent
in
touch
with
the
people
who
can
help
their
ideas
flourish.
·
For
details
of
film/TV/radio/digital/games
networking
events,
click
here.
·
For
details
of
other
forthcoming
events,
please
click
here.
Media
Networks
Vision
and
Media
supports
(and
in
some
cases
funds)
the
following
local
industry
networks:
Northern Film Network
An information service for filmmakers primarily based in the Northwest of England. Filmmakers can keep up to date with information and opportunities via the weekly E-Bulletin. NFN is supported by Northwest Vision and Media, UK Film Council and the International Media Centre at Salford University.
CDNN - Cultural Diversity Network North
Cultural Divversity Network North exists to ensure support for a diverse workforce behind the camera and onscreen. Studies show that those from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) backgrounds are currently under-represented in the Northwest media industries. CDNN is making a conscious effort to try and level the playing field by sharing good practice, making members aware of barriers and also by targeting and providing skills to those people who may not usually have the chance.
CIDS - Creative Industries Development Service
The Creative Industries Development Service (CIDS) works to help new and established creative businesses in Greater Manchester, whilst also taking a strategic overview of the sector – developing projects in response to industry needs. CIDS is a non-profit making limited company funded by the European Regional Development Fund, the Northwest Development Agency, Manchester City Council and other regional partners.
New film trailers and latest films at the cinema
myfilms.com is supported by the UK Film Council and funded through the National Lottery. The site is part of a major UK Film Council initiative to increase the viewing of non-mainstream films at the cinema by tackling the three main barriers: access, awareness and information.
Crispthinking
The Creative Industries Support Porject, CRISP, is a free service to help creative businesses in Cheshire and Warrington achieve growth through skills development. CRISP also provides help to colleges and schools in guiding their students towards creative careers and helping them understand the skills creative businesses need.
Working in the Industry
There are no hard or fast rules when it comes to the best way to enter the industry, but we can point you in the right direction.
