Opportunity

Free Training for Filmmakers

Watersprite Film Festival

TypeTraining Programme
LocationManchester
Apply before 7th July 2025
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Calling all emerging filmmakers! Take your career to the next level with this FREE training.

Watersprite Hubs is a free training programme for emerging filmmakers from across the UK. Taking place at HOME in Manchester on 29th November 2025, Hubs is for filmmakers 18+, who identify as emerging and have faced disadvantage in entering the industry.

Watersprite Hubs provides participants with:

  • Intimate, curated workshops in your chosen Strand*
  • Creative Careers Marketplace
  • Travel bursaries to ensure you are able to attend the in-person workshops
  • Accommodation in Manchester to aid your travel
  • Community building and networking opportunities

*All workshops will be led by industry professionals.

We are now looking for UK-based emerging artists to join us as a part of the Watersprite Hubs 2025 Cohort for the below Strands:

  • Scripted (incl. Writers, Directors and Producers)
  • Unscripted (incl. Directors and Producers)
  • Cinematography
  • Editing
  • Art Department
  • Music Department

How to Apply

In order to apply to be a part of the Watersprite Hubs 2025 Cohort, you will need to fill the below application form by 10am on July 7th 2025.

The form includes:

  1. Personal Statement (max. 450 words or 4 minute video)
  2. Copy of your current CV
  3. Link to any work you would like us to look at when considering your application
  4. Eligibility Questionnaire
  5. Equality Monitoring Questionnaire

While we have publicised this opportunity, please note that: (i) the application and selection process is managed by the advertising company/organisation; and (ii) we rely on them to: provide accurate, up-to-date details about themselves and the opportunity; ensure that opportunities are ethical and paid fairly. To report a listing, please email [email protected].

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