Diversity and inclusion

Agents for change Although there is still some way to go to create a truly inclusive industry, there are many associations, initiatives and schemes making strides towards a more diverse filmmaking community. In part one of this special feature, we highlight some of the changemakers helping build a better, more supportive, and more representative creative … Read more

BSC x LSA workshop to nurture budding cinematographers

Digital Orchard Foundation is working together with the British Society of Cinematographers and London Screen Academy to deliver a two-day workshop dedicated to the art of cinematography and camera work on 29-30 October. Some 75-100 people will be invited for a weekend of hands-on, practical training taught by those already working in the industry. The … Read more

Digital Orchard Foundation presents The Talent Bar at BSC Expo

A welcoming space for both new and established filmmakers seeking advice and guidance, Digital Orchard Foundation will once again be hosting the Talent Bar at this year’s BSC Expo. The Talent Bar is designed to help those most underrepresented in the industry move forward in the camera and post production departments, as well as helping … Read more

Talent Bar returns to BSC Expo – become an advisor or register for a session

The Digital Orchard Foundation will be bringing back the Talent Bar at this year’s BSC Expo, providing one-to-one advice and guidance sessions for individuals facing barriers or challenges in their careers.  The Talent Bar is a welcoming space for new and established filmmakers, designed to help talent move forward in camera and post production – no matter their gender, race or background … Read more

Digital Orchard celebrates 10 years by creating a new environmentally responsible home for film production

Never a ‘traditional’ Soho facility, Digital Orchard finds itself at an exciting new beginning, having recently purchased a 26-acre farm just outside Chalfont St Giles. The new facility is placed 10 minutes from Leavesden Studios and 15 minutes from Pinewood Studios, putting it a stone’s throw away from the two major hubs of UK filmmaking, … Read more

Point of View: Supporting Trainees

If I could ask the industry to do one thing to support trainees, it would be… “To encourage crew to look upon trainees as a golden opportunity to train the next generation of creatives and allow trainees to learn by doing rather than just watching. By utilising them and making them feel part of the … Read more