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Successfully bridging the gap between education and employment in the Film, TV and Creative Media Industries

Film Buddy offers bespoke employability services to encourage, inspire, and assist aspiring film crew and creatives by providing opportunities for work experience placements and employment within the Film, Television & Creative Media Industries.

Working with the UK’s leading education establishments, Film Buddy has built a streamlined and effective way of providing valuable opportunities.

Collaborating with some of the largest production companies in the world, Film Buddy has successfully provided work experience and employment opportunities on some of the most prestigious Film, Television and Creative Media projects.

We have encouraged industry to recognise the need to nurture new talent, supported education to increase employability, and listened to students to improve our services.

we partner WITH LEADING universities, FILM SCHOOLS and colleges across the uk

We partner with leading Universities and Colleges to offer an extensive range of bespoke employability services for students, staff and graduates.

  • Online 1-1 mentoring via our members area or in-person within University or College.

  • Designed to provide flexible, industry led and relevant experiences to build your confidence and experience profile.

  • We work closely with leading production companies and producers to support career progression by providing opportunities to gain valuable work experiences on major production within TV, Film and Animation.

  • We provide job opportunities to help students succeed and make the transition from student to professional.

  • Gain valuable experiences working alongside industry professionals in film, TV, and animation on commercial, charity, and experimental projects.

  • The home for student content with live Q&A sessions, Industry masterclasses, short film streaming platform.

  • Working with our educational partners we create industry panel talks and support career events and teaching by inviting industry guests to connect with students and staff.

  • The Film Buddy Podcast, join indie film-maker and film-lover Gage Oxley and special industry guests as they spill behind-the-scenes secrets and traverse their technique.

we WORK WITH FILM, TV, animation AND CREATIVE MEDIA INDUSTRIES

In collaboration with the film, tv and creative media industries, Film Buddy connects aspiring film crew and creatives with opportunities for valuable work experience and entry level employment.

Our Commitment:

Clear Communication: We work in the industry, so we understand and ensure efficient, transparent communication between our members, production companies and film crew to make the collaboration seamless and production friendly.

Efficiency: Our streamlined process allows companies and crew to quickly access set-ready trainees and focused work experience candidates, saving time and increasing opportunities.

Candidate Preparation: We prepare our candidates for the realities of the industry, equipping them with the tools and guidance needed to survive.

Diversity & Inclusion: We action UK wide outreach, actively supporting charities, youth groups and council led programmes to deliver relevant and impactful sessions to encourage, inspire and develop a modern and diverse workforce.

If you would like to contribute to our mission of providing valuable and worthwhile opportunities for emerging and diverse talent please contact us.

THE student VOICE

We asked some of the students we work with to talk about their on-set experiences on some of the UK’s major TV dramas, films and creative media projects.

Film Buddy collaborates with the BFI to improve diversity and inclusivity across the Film, TV and Creative Media industries.

We feel strongly that the creative industries should be represented by a much more diverse work force, whether that’s on screen talent or technical and creative crew.


Film Buddy is looking into new ways to develop better access points to industry which will encourage and promote a modern workforce. If you would like to reach out to us or would like to know more about what Film Buddy is doing, please contact us.