Screen Yorkshire runs a number of region wide, industry focused networks to support individuals and companies.
The networks provide access to buyers and key decision makers and support connections and collaborations between businesses. We also work with national trade bodies and other agencies to represent the needs of the industry.
Each network is managed and supported by an industry specialist within Screen Yorkshire, or we work with individuals and agencies with a specialist focus.
To find out more about the networks and how they could support you or your business, click on the related tabs above.
Make sure you hear about news and events relevant to the networks by signing up to Screen Yorkshire's monthly newsletter at: http://www.screenyorkshire.co.uk/newsletter-signup/
This network incorporates two strands: The TV Club and the Crew & Facilities Network.
The TV Club was established by key regional independent programme makers, and features quarterly networking events for established producers. The network is a hotbed for factual indies, freelancers and regional BBC & ITV Yorkshire staff to share best practice, pool talent, and celebrate commissions. Our hugely successful Meet The Commissioner events are also part of the TV Club. The next TV Club is on 1st September.
For further information, contact:
Business Skills Officer
Kim Heeramun
Tel: 0113 236 8246
kim@screenyorkshire.co.uk
The Crew & Facilities Network runs regular networking evenings which aim to create job and networking opportunities between crew, facility and production companies working across all platforms and in all roles.
For further information, contact:
Crew & Freelance Development Manager
Nicky Ball
Tel: 0113 236 8233
nicky@screenyorkshire.co.uk
Upcoming events will be posted on our Event Calendar
The drama network provides support to businesses and practitioners involved and interested in film and television drama. Regular events, such as the recent focus on alternative funding models provide market intelligence and practical advice to a broad community of writers, producers and those working in or looking to develop drama. The network also provides opportunities for the regional industry to interact with key figures nationally and internationally.
Upcoming events will be posted on our Event Calendar
Upcoming events will be posted on our Event Calendar
The next Plugged In event will be held in Hull on 13th July
Plugged In is managed by Higher Rhythm Ltd, in partnership with Generator (the North East's Music Business Support Agency).
Visit www.pluggedinyorkshire.com to find out more.
Game Republic is the industry-led games network for Yorkshire and Humber, that promotes and provides support to games development companies in the region through a range of initiatives. These include: creating better links with academia; supporting companies going to international trade shows through UKTI; developing relationships with international platform-holders including Microsoft and Valve; and championing collaboration through hosting regular networking events. Members also receive membership to the influential trade association TIGA, plus special events that bring influential companies such as Sony to the region to create business opportunities. Upcoming events will be posted on our Event Calendar
Visit www.gamerepublic.org to find out more or contact:
Sector Manager - Game Republic
Jamie Sefton
Tel: 0113 236 8239
jamie@screenyorkshire.co.uk
The interactive network is focused on supporting digital agencies, marketing agencies, and others developing creative content, products and services on digital platforms. We organise events that bring buyers and leading developers to the region and provide practical advice and increase collaboration between companies. The network also connects with wider regional and national partner initiatives that Screen Yorkshire facilitates.
For an idea of the events that we organise for this sector go to: http://www.screenyorkshire.co.uk/showcase/categories/digital ~
Upcoming events will be posted on our Event Calendar
For further information, contact:
Sector Development Officer - Interactive Media
Robin Cramp
Tel: 0113 236 8232
robin@screenyorkshire.co.uk
Case Study: Alastair DonStop and Shoot
After leaving ITV in 2009, Alastair Don took the bold step of setting up his own traffic management company, STOP AND SHOOT. Drawing on Alastair's 5 years experience as a Location Manager, Stop and Shoot caters exclusively to the TV and Film industries:Screen Yorkshire's Production Liaison team has been outstanding in offering up their time and assistance and providing me with valuable contacts. They have also been able to support me with funding for crucial training, without which I would not have been able to get off the ground. Their crew finding database, Northern Exposure, has been particularly useful, helping me to find and employ outstanding and hard working crew.
Since its inception less than 3 months ago, Stop and Shoot has gained credits on productions such as The Gemma Factor (Freeform Productions for BBC3), Five Days II (BBC), Morrison's Commercial (Outsider Films) and Emmerdale (ITV,) none of which would have been possible without Screen Yorkshire's support.
