Join Ffilm Cymru Wales at Sheffield DocFest 2023

Selected delegates will receive full festival passes and a group mentoring session from DocFest on how to take full advantage of the programme. Passes will give access to all festival screenings, talks and round tables.

Hotel accommodation in Sheffield will be provided for three nights and delegates will receive bursaries for travel costs as well as any access requirements (example.g. childcare/care for dependents, disability).

Delegates will also benefit from a 121 session with one of the Ffilm Cymru / BFI Network Wales team to discuss their career development and any specific projects they are working on.

Am I eligible?

In order to apply, you must:

• Be born and/or based in Wales, over the age of 18, and not in full-time education;
• Be available to attend DocFest on the relevant dates and able to travel to Sheffield from a UK location (international travel costs will not be covered);
• Have had a creative lead role on at least one piece of screen work that was exhibited or broadcast publicly, either in documentary, factual or a related field (e.g. fiction film, visual art, commercials/promos, photography);
• Have aspirations to direct or produce a documentary feature film intended for festival/theatrical release;
• Not yet have been lead director or producer on a completed feature film of over 60 minutes in length that achieved festival/theatrical release.

We are keen to hear from filmmakers who are under-represented within the industry, reflecting diversity of ethnicity, disability, gender, sexual orientation and socio-economic background. We also take into consideration geographic representation across Wales.

How do I apply?

To apply, complete the application form below and email to network@ffilmcymruwales.com by the deadline along with your CV.

Alternatively if you prefer, you can respond to the questions on the application form via a live video or phone call with our team. This should be arranged in advance of the deadline. The call will be recorded.

Applications can be submitted in either English or Welsh.

For individuals who are D/deaf, hearing impaired, disabled, neurodivergent or visually impaired, further support and adjustments are available. For example, we can cover the costs of making guidelines available in other formats (e.g. large print), a BSL interpreter for a meeting with us, scribing support for dyslexic applicants, or a support worker if needed. Do get in touch with us to discuss your requirements in confidence. We’ll be guided by you.

Timeline

Applications:

• Wednesday 26th April 2023 at 3pm: application deadline
• Wednesday 3rd May 2023: applicants informed of selection result 

Festival Delegation:

• Rest of May through to 14th June 2023: pre-attendance information and support
• Wednesday 14th June 2023: hotel check in, festival opening night
• Saturday 17th June 2023: hotel check out

(Delegates may extend their stay in Sheffield at their own expense should they wish. The festival dates are 14th to 19th June. We have timed our delegation for when the majority of industry activity is taking place.)

Contact

Jude Lister, BFI NETWORK Wales Manager 
jude@ffilmcymruwales.com 

You can also reach us by phone at 07904 265567.