Successfully bridging the gap between education and employment in the Film, TV and Creative Media Industries
Film Buddy is a national award‑winning company that 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, and creative media industries. Working with the UK’s leading educational institutions and 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 the 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 nationwide
We offer a wide range of personalised employability services designed for students, and university staff.
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Online 1-1 mentoring via our members area, or in person at your university or college.
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Designed to provide flexible, industry led and relevant experiences to build your confidence and experience.
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We work closely with leading production companies and producers to support career progression by creating opportunities for hands‑on experience on major film, TV and creative media productions. Our placement programmes connect emerging talent with real-world sets and crews, offering practical training, mentorship and accredited work experience that accelerates professional development. Participants gain industry‑standard skills, build networks with established professionals, and develop showreels and CVs that open doors to longer‑term roles.
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Sidekick is Film Buddy’s career platform, helping emerging film and TV professionals build their profile, develop their careers and connect with industry opportunities.
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Gain valuable experience alongside industry professionals in film, TV, and animation on music videos, charity promos, feature films, and experimental projects.
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Join our student focused live Q&A’s with leading professionals.
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Working with our educational partners we create industry panel talks and support career events and teaching.
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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 THE FILM, TV, AND CREATIVE MEDIA INDUSTRIES
Film Buddy links aspiring film crew and creatives with work experience. Our commitment is to offer clear communication, be industry-informed, and promote transparent coordination between members, productions, and crew. We have access to set-ready trainees and work-experience candidates through educational partnerships. We prepare candidates with the practical tools and guidance to adapt to the industry and succeed, and we work closely with charities and organisations to promote diversity and inclusion.
To support our mission or contribute opportunities, please contact us.
Film Buddy is collaborating 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.
