Jennifer Sheridan Follow Your Own Path: Breaking into Directing
Jennifer Sheridan discusses her journey from low-budget short films to high-end television Thursday 9 November Jennifer Sheridan is Aesthetica alumnus and an award-winning director. She has a comprehensive level of experience on set, ranging from fantasy for CBBC to drama for
Working with a Budget: Financing Your Film
Official Selection Filmmakers will provide a candid discussion on how to effectively fund your film and stay on budget. Saturday 11 November Finding the best route for financing a project is often one of the first and biggest challenges to overcome
Sonja Klaus: Crafting Award-Winning Production Designs
Sonja Klaus will teach you how to construct award-winning production designs that are atmospheric and unforgettable. Saturday 11 November Leading film and television designer, Sonja Klaus, has an extensive career spanning over 20 years, with credits including Oscar-winning Gladiator (2000),the Tomb
Primetime Presents: Sarah Gavron in Conversation
Sarah Gavron speaks with Victoria Emslie about her motivations, inspirations and progression from short film to TV and features. Saturday 11 November Sarah Gavron is a BAFTA-winning filmmaker whose films highlight the experiences of women and girls in the UK. Her
What is the Role of the Intimacy Coordinator?
Rufai Ajala, Haley Muraleedharan, and Abi Kessel discuss the role of an intimacy coordinator. Saturday 11 November Intimacy coordination is a crucial aspect of any film or television production. This topic has gained more attention as the industry works to create a
Beyond the Frame: Embark on a Journey into 360 Documentary Filmmaking
Join us in this panel discussion for an exciting session where we dive into the fascinating realm of documentary filmmaking in 360. Saturday 11 November Are you ready to immerse your audience in captivating experiences? Join us for a session where
Adam Trotman: It’s All in the Edit
Adam Trotman on the various roles and responsibilities of the film editor/how to keep up with the technical advancements of the industry. Saturday 11 November Good editing pushes a story forward, creating logical connections between scenes. It can add several layers
Mark Jenkin: The Rise of an Indie Director
Join Director Mark Jenkin in conversation with Creative Director Jennifer Sheridan and learn about his unique approach toward script, screen and composition. Friday 10 November In 2020, Mark Jenkin won the BAFTA for Outstanding Debut Director with his lo-fi debut, Bait.
Guardian Presents: The Power of True Stories
Where do creative documentary and journalism meet? Hear our panel of Guardian filmmakers share their experiences of translating true stories onto the screen. Friday 10 November The Guardian’s documentary slate foregrounds urgent stories from filmmakers around the world. As we face
Michel Haddi: An Icon of Fashion Photography
Photographer Michel Haddi will speak with artist Sadie Clayton about the interdisciplinary nature of film and fashion photography. Friday 10 November Michel Haddi has worked in the fashion industry for over 30 years, collaborating with French Vogue, Vanity Fair, Harper’s Bazaar