Looking to pursue a career in gaming? Want to learn more about AI generators? Look no further! This year, we’re running workshops that will teach you the skills you need to thrive in today’s screen industries. Led by organisations like FI, London College of Communication and Ubisoft, our workshops let you expand your horizons.

Careers in Gaming

Thursday 7 November | 14:00-15:00

Are you a gaming fan eager to turn your passion into a career? Hear from industry leaders Ubisoft and Midoki to gain insights into careers in gaming. Discover what skills are in demand, how to build a portfolio and tips for breaking into the industry. Whether you’re an emerging or established developer, this session will show you how to make your mark.

Writers & Producers Meet Market

Thursday 7 November | 12:00-13:30

Join Film Hub North for a session bringing together UK- based producers and some of the north’s brightest filmmaking talent. The Meet Market has a focus on talent development and provides an exciting opportunity for northern producers, directors and writers engaged with the BFI NETWORK to meet, collaborate and develop your project.

Roundtable

Thursday 7 November | 14:00-15:00

Film Hub North’s Filmmaker’s Roundtable gives northern writers, directors and producers the opportunity to connect with their filmmaker development team. The session will help those looking to get films made, screened and seen in the region. Meet filmmakers working across the north and learn from professionals about how to develop in the industry.

Storyboarding in 360

Thursday 7 November | 15:30-17:30

Step into the future of storytelling with our workshop on storyboarding in 360. This session will teach you the techniques and considerations required for creating narratives in a 360-degree environment. We’ll explore camera placement, viewer perspective and spatial storytelling to ensure your projects captivate audiences from every angle.

Film Tax

Wednesday 6 November | 15:00-16:00

Learn about the benefits of the UK film tax credit system in our comprehensive workshop, designed for filmmakers, TV producers and video game developers. This session is led Chris Curley, Head of Nations and Regions at Pact, the UK screen sector trade body representative and will guide you through the process of accessing tax credits.

The Pitch FIlm Fund: Adaptation

Friday 8 November | 10:00-12:00

Join us for a workshop on adaptation in filmmaking, designed for writers, directors, and film fans interested in the art of transforming source material into screen stories. This session will delve into the process of adapting books, plays and real-life events into films. By the end, you’ll have the knowledge to navigate film adaptations.

AI Generators

Friday 8 November | 14:30-16:30

Explore the world of AI in our hands-on workshop focused on testbeds for AI generators. This session is ideal for developers, researchers and AI enthusiasts eager to understand the practical applications and testing environments of AI technologies. Learn how to set up test environments and simulate real-world scenarios.

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