Screen Alliance North, a BFI skills cluster for the North of England, is joining forces to support Women in Film and TV’s highly successful and popular screen industry mentoring scheme, enhancing careers of seven women from the North across a variety of film and TV roles.
The mentoring scheme now in its 14th year is open to mid-career women in film, television, and digital media. The six-month scheme offers one-to-one mentoring with senior industry professionals, peer-to-peer training, and bespoke career development workshops.
The programme is designed for women looking to take a significant step in their career. Seven women will be selected from the North of England following a detailed selection process. Each mentee will be paired with a relevant industry professional to guide and support them through the mentorship programme.
Screen Alliance North has funded four places for women in below-the-line roles. Additionally, its partners Liverpool Film Office, North East Screen, and Screen Manchester, have provided funding for three more places for above-the-line roles, ensuring comprehensive support for women in the industry across the North.
Alongside funding an additional mentorship place, North East Screen are offering 20 fully funded WFTV memberships to female and non-binary crew in the North East.
As a WFTV member, you will be able to access a plethora of resources throughout the year, these include events, bursaries, mentoring and professional development schemes, you will also receive the WFTV newsletter which is full of the latest industry news and incentives. Click here to apply for a fully-funded WFTV membership.
Alison Gwynn, Chief Executive of North East Screen said;
“We are committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse screen industry in the North East. By working with Women in Film and TV, we will help bridge any skills gaps women may face and help to support and develop those in higher positions on productions.
This is an incredible opportunity for women of our region. The free memberships, alongside the mentorship scheme with Screen Alliance North, give comprehensive coverage for all levels of experience, whether they be early careers or Head of Departments.”
Caroline Cooper-Charles, Chief Executive of Screen Yorkshire and lead partner for Screen Alliance North said;
“The work that Women in Film and TV do is critical in empowering women in the media. Through their mentoring initiative, which supports women across the UK, they help women to advance in their careers, improve their networks and give them the opportunity to learn from leading professionals in the industry. This well-established programme has been highly successful and we’re delighted to be partnering to strengthen its impact across the North and ensure that our exceptional regional talent can grow and be nurtured.”
Katie Bailiff, CEO of Women in Film and TV added;
“We are delighted to be partnering with Screen Alliance North to offer seven dedicated places in the North of England on our Four Nations Mentoring Scheme. We are passionate about developing mid career female talent in the north and look forward to bringing together a diverse cohort to supercharge their careers.”
Anyone interested in the scheme can apply here Mentoring | WFTV UK up until 5pm on Monday 16 September. A minimum of 5 years experience is needed and all roles within the screen industry will be considered.
Full details of the scheme and how to apply can also be found here. WFTV Four Nations Mentoring Scheme 2025: Find Out More & How To Apply on Vimeo
