MicroLights - open for applications NOW!

MicroLights is a fantastic new scheme for future film talent from across South West England to get hands-on experience with microbudget feature films.





Microlights are looking for committed trainees to work and learn alongside the iFeatures film teams in Bristol. Opportunities are available for aspiring Camera, Edit, Production and Sound trainees. Each will get a paid work placement in Bristol, professional training, mentoring from experienced filmmakers and career development advice.

And if you’re not lucky enough to get one of these amazing opportunities, they will be offering 15 free places at a great MicroLights workshop ‘Taking Off – launching your career in Film’.

How to Apply

Please download the application pack below.

Before you apply to MicroLights, read the Trainee Roles, FAQs and our top tips on maximizing your chances of success. Then get your CV ready and follow the instructions on the Application Form. Please submit a Monitoring Form with your application, too, as this helps us to make sure we’re reaching the widest range of applicants.

-    Trainee Roles (PDF)
-    Trainee FAQs (PDF)
-    Top Tips for New Entrants (PDF)
-    Application Form (Word Doc)
-    SWS Monitoring Form (Word Doc)

MicroLights will be recruited in stages to coincide with film production schedules.

Deadline for 1st round: 12 noon on Wednesday 6th October 2010. APPLY NOW!
Interviews take place on Tuesday 12th October in central Bristol and placements begin on Monday 18th October.

http://ifeatures.swscreen.co.uk