Screen Manchester

We’re delighted to welcome Rob Page, MD of @spacestudiosmcr & @screen_mcr Manchester, to Mythos Manchester | Film, TV, Gaming x Finance Event. Rob has been leading the charge for Manchester’s screen industry for years, playing a pivotal role in establishing the city as a major hub for film and TV production. He will explore the global appeal and commercial advantages of regional production. Tickets are selling fast! https://lnkd.in/eJnJAKwx

Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 starts now on May 11th. At @Screen_Mcr , the wellbeing of everyone involved in our projects and the productions we work on is a prime focus. From today until the end of May we will feature messages from some of the amazing people and organisations with whom we work—those who, like us, strive to reduce stigma, support wellbeing, focus on action and open conversation. We want to continue to promote proactive steps—such as social connection, activity, and mindfulness—to improve emotional health within our own work and the wider Film & Television Industry

This Mental Health Awareness Week, the @filmtvcharity is asking the screen industry to speak up - honestly. The Film and TV Charity’s 2026 Looking Glass Survey is now live and it’s the UK’s only long‑running study tracking mental health across film, TV, and cinema. So, if you’ve ever felt under pressure, unsupported, exhausted - or even if things are going well - your experience matters. 10 minutes. Completely anonymous. Your voice helps build the evidence that drives real change. 👉 Take the 2026 Looking Glass Survey .uk/research-impact/reports/looking-glass-survey-2026

Today we are happy to share news of two new free VFX Management Essentials for Unscripted TV courses organised by the Production Guild. Here's what past students have said: 'Brilliant trainer. Great guest speakers. Very relevant and important content, well explained.' 'Wow - Sophie did an amazing job demystifying VFX & the breakout sessions were very well thought out.' Now it is time to sign up for the next courses. The first is on the 6th and 7th June. Application Deadline is 20th May. CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION - I/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7458538572338417664

The teams from @Screen_mcr and #SpaceStudiosMcr are attending the 2026 @ccconventionuk / #ccliverpool where our MD #RobPage is sitting on the #SkillingUpTheNorth panel alongside representatives from @NorthEastScreen , @ScreenYorkshire and Liverpool-based @LimePicturesTV They are sharing news from #ScreenAllianceNorth with the audience about the four northern agencies’ collaborative effort to broaden the support they can offer the global Film & Television Industry. They are exploring whether The Industry is receiving the skills it needs and evaluating Screen Alliance North’s first three years. Funding also features on the agenda, primarily its impact on attracting skills into the regions. Rob Page also touched on the recently announced Greater Manchester Production Fund and the importance of such initiatives when attracting producers to The North.

As the 'Into The Lead' leadership programme for the screen sector, which we announced earlier this year, concludes, Screen Alliance North is celebrating an exceptional group of SME leaders. These leaders are transforming the scripted screen sector in the North of England by navigating industry changes, leveraging new technologies and nurturing positive workplace cultures. You will remember that we recently shared words from the two Manchester-based leaders: Susanna Boccaccio of Brilliant Trees Media and Garry Paton of Finite Productions, both of whom greatly enjoyed the experience. Click here to find out more about the programme and their journey: /feed/update/urn:li:activity:7455907222888529920

Screen Manchester is attending today's Greater Manchester Creative Industries Exchange, a collaboration between the GM Business Growth Hub Create Growth Programme and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority -Creative Industries. This new event is designed to bring together freelancers, organisations, educators and industry leaders to celebrate the region’s creative strengths. Hosted by radio and TV presenter Nihal Arthanayake attendees will hear from leading voices including Julie Hesmondhalgh, Stanley Chow and John McAuliffe sharing insights on creativity, collaboration and the future of the sector. Over the course of a busy day a panel of experts will explore real support and opportunities across all sub-sectors of the industry, including deep-dive panels on Skills For the Future, Freelancing in the Creative Industries, and AI’s Impact on the sector. With the recent announcement of the Greater Manchester Production Fund this important day is happening at a very positive moment for Film and Television Production in the region.

Screen Manchester is delighted to share this exciting news. The ITV Academy has launched applications for its 2026 Runners’ Bootcamp in Manchester. This 4-day intensive bootcamp is designed to get people 'set-ready.' The ITV Academy Team is looking for candidates, with a “can do” attitude who are keen to break into TV. Applications are open for one week only so please click on this link to learn more: /jobs/runners-bootcamp-multi-day-training-course-in-manchester.2048

Applications welcomed for ‘ON-SET’ AFRO HAIR and MAKE-UP FOR DEEP SKIN-TONES Masterclass Sessions A major coalition of UK broadcasters and industry partners has joined forces to launch the Textured Hair & Make-up for Deep Skin-Tones Accelerator, a new initiative from Dandi, created by the team behind TriForce Creative Network (the TCN). 71% of actors from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds still report departments unable to meet their HMU needs — undermining wellbeing, authenticity and production value. A new Accelerator programme in association with Screen Alliance North, Screen Manchester and Liverpool Film Offcie centers on professional masterclasses in partnership with the renowned Kevin Fortune Hair Styling Academy. Two regional programmes: ‘ON-SET’ AFRO HAIR and MAKE-UP FOR DEEP SKIN-TONES Masterclass Sessions will be offered in the North West in June. These North West Masterclass sessions will take place at Space Studios Manchester. The hair masterclass is scheduled for June 1st–5th, and the make-up masterclass is scheduled for June 15th–17th. Applications for the North West cohort are now being accepted at /jobs/Careers. Applicants can apply for either the hair or make-up course or both courses.

At @screen_mcr , we are excited to see the first taster trailer for the upcoming movie, @clayfacemovie arrive online. Clayface is the shape-shifting villain in the Batman comics and got his introduction as part of Detective Comics #40 in June 1940. Now movie fans will meet the 2026 version of this iconic character! It was a great experience to work with the team from @dcofficial securing permits within the city.

As we celebrate Earth Day this week we are focusing on our sponsors and the steps they are taking to make our Industry more sustainable. Today we focus on Location One who says: "There's a net zero mission underway (ultimate goal: save the planet) and we're one of many taking on the challenge." The Location One team has committed to accurately measuring their carbon footprint and implementing a transparent, science-based plan that achieves net zero emissions. Other elements to consider along the way include looking for opportunities to return valuable nutrients to the soil (like wastewater and materials) and eliminating the use of single-use plastics. Their approach is simple: Step 1: Measure the emissions footprint Step 2: Work intensely to reduce emissions. Step 3: Neutralise emissions that can't be avoided by investing in projects and initiatives As a first step in Location One's emission reduction, they have switched to 100% renewable energy for all their depots. Other CO2 saving initiatives are in full swing, including vehicle fuel efficiency and a fleet renewal programme. Earlier this week the company hosted a training day across all branches (pictured) focused on the new hybridised generators and large batteries that Location One now provides to productions The team now also offers towable Hybrid generators which go up to 100KVA batteries if required perfect for Unit Bases of all sizes, 10KVA powercubes and/or 5KVA voltstaks which can be used as a replacement for the 7kva camera truck generator, they also provide hybrid light towers. As well as this there’s the offer of an eco-pod that allows for full recycling and will send you a report highlighting recycling levels across the different waste streams, these reports can then go straight to Albert. All Location One vehicles run on HVO. You can keep an eye on the Location One Blog to keep up with their great work in this important area of business.

This week we celebrate Earth Day and simultaneously highlight our brilliant sponsors who are rising brilliantly to the challenges faced by today's Film and Television Industry. Today we look at @facilitiesby_adf and its approaches to Sustainability. The team invests heavily in its fleet to ensure it is clean and efficient, meeting Euro 6 emission standards and following the Albert framework. They continue to investigate new technologies to move towards their long-term net zero ambitions, reducing emissions wherever possible, and making informed decisions that protect the future of our industry and the communities we all work in. Some of the measures the company has successfully achieved to further their advancement is: A 43% reduction in emissions per employee versus the 2022 baseline target. This is well ahead of their commitment of achieving 50% by 2030. Increasing the number of their hybrid generator fleet which is 100% HVO-compliant, has resulted in a positive year-on-year increase in HVO uptake from diesel. This is also supported by installing HVO bunkers across all 4 main operating depots. The Company continues to lead with other means of supporting more sustainable practices across facilities, such as their latest hydrogen trial just completed in partnership with Sky. Sustainability runs across their entire group, not just within ADF but across @locationoneuk and Autotrak too. Each business plays a key role in driving their agenda forward to being a more responsible supplier. Thank you Facilities by ADF - congratulations and good luck fulfilling these very admirable ambitions.