Broadcasting, Film and Video
Prospects job profiles: Broadcasting, Film and Video
The link below will take you to a list of detailed job profiles from prospects.ac.uk. The profiles contain detailed information about what specific roles involve, entry requirements, work experience and career prospects.
ScreenSkills: Your career
Explore resources designed to help you start or progress your career in film, TV, animation, VFX or games. There are career profiles as well as advice on training, funding and qualifications.
Discover! Creative Careers
Links to information on a wide range of careers in the creative industries.
ERIC - app and website for creative careers
Register for this app, specify your career interests and receive a selection of creative opportunities and experiences. You can also use their website to explore career options. There is a Library of Career Talks which features short videos of professionals taking about their roles.
Media.Info
Vast online directory listing contact details for radio & TV stations, newspapers and magazines. Also contains newsfeeds, discussions and links to live streaming for many radio stations and TV channels.
BECTU
Trade union for broadcasting, film, theatre and interactive media. The site contains training and careers information, particularly on freelancing. Students can join the Student Register free to get advice on entry into the industry.
Broadcast
Online magazine with news and features about the broadcast industry. Also advertises jobs and freelance opportunities.
Society of British Theatre Designers
Representative organisation for designers. The site contains information on UK courses in stage, lighting, sound and costume design at all levels.
Scottish Screen
Scottish Screen is the national development agency for the screen industries in Scotland. The site includes information on current projects, training in the film industry and funding.
RadioCentre
Association of commercial radio stations in the UK. Visit their guide on how to break into the industry and use the membership listing (by genre, location etc.) for contacts.
British Film Institute (BFI)
Information on film-related issues and events in the British film industry. Also contains archives and downloadable resources such as a guide on low budget film making.
Trainee Finder - gain work experience in the creative industries
A service offered by Creative Skillset which matches you to paid work placements in the animation, film, games, TV and VFX industries. Check their website for details of eligibility and how to register.
Association of British Theatre Technicians
Membership organisation with information on professional training, courses and industry news.
ScreenSkills: VFX
Information on career roles in this area and the skills required to be successful.
Creative Access
Social enterprise providing access to internships in creative industries. Register on their website to apply for opportunities.
Startin TV
Advice and resources for researching careers in TV and film. You can read about specific roles, gain advice on job applications and find out about work experience opportunities.
How to get into the media industry (Prospects)
Short video featuring a professional working in the Media industry talking about her role and career journey.
Bright Network career path guide: Marketing, media and PR
Information on career options within this sector, skills required, qualifications and employers.
BAFTA Scotland
BAFTA Scotland runs a comprehensive and varied events programme, including a Career Close-Up programme.
Aberdeen Performing Arts
APA promotes exciting live performances and inspiring creative projects at the multi-award winning cultural hub in the North-east of Scotland. There are also regular job openings.
NFTS Scotland (National Film and Television School)
NFTS Scotland delivers the National Film and Television School's world-class training and innovation for the film and television sector in Scotland.
Gritty Talent
This organisation tries to connect talent from under-represented groups with opportunities in TV and film. Free to register.
The Network - TV festival
Free, entry-level access programme for anyone who wants to start a career in TV. They prioritise people who are historically under-represented in the sector.
People in TV: Runners
Facebook group for people wanting to break into TV as a Runner to connect with current opportunities.
The Talent Manager
Training courses and job opportunities for careers in film, TV, radio and animation.
All Spring Media
Free, short training programmes on a variety of topics. Once you have completed a programme you are added to their talent pool where you can connect with partner organisations offering career opportunities.
Filming in England crew directory
This website allows film productions to find and hire regional talent. Free to register.
MAMA youth project
Award-winning charity offering free training in the creative industry. All training programmes are followed by work placements and career support.
Royal Television Society
Information on events and training for careers in television.
"From Aberdeen to..." alumni story - Simon Enderby (Natural History Filming CEO)
The University of Aberdeen boasts a fantastic array of alumni working in diverse industries across the globe. In this article Zoology graduate, Simon Enderby, talks about his career path that led to him becoming CEO of a Natural History Filming company.
Journo Resources
Details of current job opportunities as well as information on graduate schemes.
Arts Council England
Arts Council England is the national development agency for the arts in England. The site contains a useful listing of grants and up to date information on projects and events.
Arts Hub
Job site for the arts, including internships, management and creative jobs. The site also offers free membership and email updates.
Workculture (formerly artsjobsonline.com)
Vacancy listing for all types of jobs in the cultural sector.