Set Starters

A quick update on Set Starters. Due to my ongoing health decline and the financial reality of running a completely self-funded platform, the website is currently down and I’m unable to maintain its upkeep at this time. I’m truly sorry for any inconvenience this causes. Help, advice, and support hasn’t gone away though — you can still DM this account and I’ll get back to you when I’m able. I’ll also continue posting opportunities and events here on Instagram, so stick around. Thank you for your patience and understanding. It genuinely means a lot. 🖤

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at Set Starters 🎬✨ Thank you for being part of our community and for your continued support throughout the year, we truly couldn’t do what we do without you. Please note, we’ll be away from our emails until 5th January, and our website will be offline from 22nd December, with intermittent availability over the festive period as we carry out some major upgrades behind the scenes. We can’t wait to share what’s new with you in the New Year, exciting things are coming! Have a wonderful Christmas, take care of yourselves, and we’ll see you in 2026 🎄🎉

🎄 Thank You for an Incredible Night! 🎄 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the In The Frame x Set Starters Christmas Social, what an unforgettable evening! ✨ From brilliant conversations and new connections to plenty of laughs, games, and festive cheer, you helped make it truly special. We’re incredibly grateful to the wonderful team at In The Frame. Collaborating with people who share our values; supporting new entrants and giving everyone a fair start in the industry, feels not only natural, but exciting. Here’s to this being the beginning of many more joint events, opportunities, and community moments. 🎬💛 Thank you for celebrating with us, for showing up for one another, and for being part of a growing network that genuinely cares. Until the next one… 👀✨

🎄 XMAS SOCIAL For Film And TV Crew! 🎬 Set Starters & In the Frame invite you to a special Christmas Social celebrating our incredible film and television community. ✨ This festive get-together brings together crew members, freelancers, students, and creatives from across Teeside and the North East for an evening of connection, laughter, and holiday spirit. 🎄 Expect a relaxed night with music, drinks, and the perfect opportunity to unwind and raise a glass to the year’s achievements. 🍻 Whether you’ve just wrapped on a major series or you’re taking your first steps into the industry, this is your chance to meet new people, catch up with familiar faces, and celebrate in good company. Entry is FREE, and everyone working (or hoping to work) in film and TV is welcome! Tickets in our Bio 🔗 Organised by @setstarters & @intheframe.ne

🎄 Film & TV Christmas Party & Networking – Wales! 🎬✨ We’re thrilled to invite you to a festive evening filled with Christmas cheer, industry networking, and plenty of good vibes! Dig out your best Christmas jumper and come along to meet fellow industry professionals, emerging talent, and friendly faces from across the sector. Whether you’re hoping to build new connections, catch up with colleagues, or spark your next big opportunity, this is the perfect place to do it. It’s not all business, of course, we’ll have festive drinks, music, and a relaxed, jolly atmosphere to get everyone into the holiday spirit. Expect good company, great conversations, and maybe even a Christmas surprise or two! Come along, raise a glass, and let’s toast to new connections and a brilliant holiday season. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨ Let’s make this a Christmas to remember! ✨ This event is organised by Lucy Beecham, Regional Manager for Wales. For any enquiries, please contact Lucy at [email protected]. Secure your tickets here: /e/y090dlz2/film-tv-christmas-party-network-wales Or just turn up!

A New short film- TOGETHER Made as part of a 48-hour challenge @fearscreen Filmed and edited by @its.shotbyjack Music by @izzyfaecos Voice Actors: @lampros_kalfuntzos @its.jennalou Thank you to: @setstarters For putting together Fear Screen and these awesome fun challenges!

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the film industry, but the real power emerges when it meets human imagination. This coming Monday (20th October) join North East International Film Festival for AI + Imagination: The Winning Formula for Filmmakers! This 90-minute session (60 minutes presentation + 30 minutes interactive Q&A) explores how filmmakers and creative professionals can ethically and effectively use AI to enhance storytelling, streamline production, and free up valuable time for creativity. ​​From idea generation to audience engagement, you’ll discover practical ways AI can boost your craft, your brand, and your career. ​​Expect eye-opening examples, fresh insights, and a few surprises, plus your chance to ask questions and explore the topics most relevant to you. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:00 - 17:30 Ellison Building, Ellison Place Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST Tickers: /e/ai-imagination-the-winning-formula-for-filmmakers-tickets-1771087352949

@neiff_official 2025 Immersive 3D and VR Screenings. 21,22,23,25 October 5G Immersive Lab Eldon Square HF2 Greys Quarter, Newcastle upon Tyne Tickets: Tues 21st :/event/bone-lake-neiff-opening-screening/ Wed 22nd: /event/immersive-3d-and-vr-screenings-2 Thurs 23rd: /event/immersive-3d-and-vr-screenings-3 Sat: 25th: /event/immersive-3d-and-vr-screenings-4 In each 1 hour block you can watch the Official Selection of 3D Immersive and VR films, and afterwards choose from the back catalogue of immersive experiences to get a full taste of what can be achieved ion this exciting filming medium, including MLK: Now is the time: “MLK: Now is the Time” is an immersive journey that explores key themes of Dr. King’s speech and highlights systemic inequities that persist in our society. Through first-person stories and interactions, “MLK: Now is the Time” drops you into a thoroughly modern interpretation of a contemporary March on Washington that will inform and inspire a new generation of activists.

Work behind the scenes in film, TV, or cinema? Your financial wellbeing matters. From runners to researchers, editors to animators, the @filmtvcharity ’s Money Matters Survey is the only industry-wide study uncovering the real financial pressures - from savings and pensions to debt, income, and your financial confidence. In 2023, strikes and the cost-of-living crisis exposed deep vulnerabilities. Now, the Charity wants to know: what’s changed - and what still needs fixing? Just 10 minutes of your time can help build a fairer, more resilient future for everyone in the industry - take the Money Matters Survey today. And if you work in the industry - or support those who do - please reshare to help reach more voices. https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0nhW540

Monthly Glasgow Film & TV Social 🎬 Join us for the Glasgow Film & TV Social, a fun, friendly monthly get-together for anyone working in, or thinking about joining, the Film & TV industry. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just taking your very first steps, you’ll be made to feel right at home. Our socials take place on the first Friday of every month from 7:00pm onwards, with our very first gathering happening on Friday 3rd October at Revolution, 84 Mitchell Street, Glasgow, G1 3NA. Think good conversation, new connections, and a laid-back party vibe, the perfect way to wind down your week and meet others who share your passion for film, television and storytelling. There’s no need to worry about tickets, entry is completely free! The Fatsoma tickets are just to give us a sense of numbers, so book one if you can, but don’t let it stop you from dropping in and joining the fun. There’s no formal end time either, stay for a quick chat or make a night of it. New to the industry? Brilliant. This is exactly the sort of relaxed space where you can meet peers, ask questions, and start building the all-important network that can help open doors. Already established? Fantastic come along, share your experience, and help encourage the next generation of screen talent. The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible toilets on-site. If you’ve got any questions at all, feel free to reach out to our event coordinator Clare Pryke at [email protected]. We’d love to see you there, so come along, say hello, and let’s grow Glasgow’s screen community together! 🎬✨ /e/4pe1ie1x/monthly-glasgow-film-tv-social

Pride in the Port, is thrilled to announce an upcoming film screening and networking event. This special occasion will showcase emerging talents from Wales and the South West, providing a platform for networking and connection under the inclusive banner of Pride. Join us for an evening of celebration and community building! It’s a free event but tickets are very limited so hurry. /46nzd2r7

🎃 Dare to Enter the Shadows? 🎃 At Set Starters, we’re immensely proud to champion every corner of the film and television industry, from budding talents to seasoned professionals. As part of our exciting new initiative, codenamed “Sterroa” a nod to the thrilling unknown that fuels creativity – we’re thrilled to unveil @fearscreen , a brand-new independent horror film festival launching right here in the heart of the North East of England, in the historic city of Durham! Picture this: spine-tingling screenings of indie horror gems, edge-of-your-seat panel discussions with filmmakers, interactive voting on your favourite frights, and a vibrant community space for reviews, debates, and networking. Whether you’re a horror aficionado, a fantasy enthusiast (with a dash of D&D flair), or simply love the eerie magic of Halloween, FearScreen is set to become your ultimate autumn haunt. We’re building this festival to celebrate the macabre, support emerging voices in the genre, and foster connections that could spark the next big scream worthy project. Stay tuned for more ghoulish details including screening times, submission guidelines, and how you can get involved through our dedicated website. The darkness is calling… will you answer? 👻 #FearScreen #HorrorFestival #SetStarters #DurhamHorror #IndieFilm #HalloweenVibes