Optimising the visibility and exploitation of films across platforms and markets Media Mundus support for m&id participants from outside the European Union is likely to be confirmed in the next few days. In order to ensure that as many non EU applicants as possible benefit from Media Mundus support, the deadline for applications for M&ID is extended until Friday, June 7th. The Media Bus…

Submitted by Media Business School The Media Business School (MBS) is delighted to announce the launch of calls for applications to participate in the 2013 edition of MPBS – Multiplatform Business School. Geared to content producers and creators, MPBS is a project based course designed with the in-put of leading industry professionals from across all sectors to offer participants ways of maxi…

Subitted by Media Business School Develop smart, inspiring and innovative marketing and distribution strategies for feature films. The Media Business School (MBS) is delighted to announce the launch of calls for applications to participate in the 2012 edition of MD – Marketing & Distribution. Geared to experienced film industry professionals, MD is an intensive, project based programme focu…

The Media Business School (MBS) is delighted to announce the launch of calls for applications to participate in the IMBS – International Markets Business School, a new training initiative focusing on international sales and distribution for entertainment industry professionals from Europe and Latin America. The deadline for applications will be the 26th of September 2011. The IMBS will take…

After the sold-out premier workshop in London, Sheffield Doc/Fest and the Scottish Documentary Institute are bringing Seize the Future to Edinburgh. Sheffield Doc/Fest is now inviting applications for this special 2 -day Master Workshop on Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th March 2011. This course is designed for independent filmmakers and artists determined to get their work seen widely, create…

Step2TV has found another way to support emerging talent with the launch of Step2CreateTV – providing the best production opportunities to help new talent get creative, gain experience and support non-profit film incentives. Step2Create will work with the Media Trust to provide crew with production work with organisations and charities, where talented filmmakers can gain experience, contacts…

With only 11 days to go and the prospect of a week by the sea in Jersey drawing closer, we're offering a special 30% LAST MINUTE DISCOUNT on our intensive week-long course for filmmakers looking for guidance, inspiration and development on their latest projects, led by top industry talent. And with a free pass to the fabulous Branchage Film Festival included in the price, this is an opportunity…

Dates: July 6th - 10th, 2010 in Ronda, Spain / Deadline for applications: June 7th, 2010  Marketing & Distribution (MD) is a five-day training programme focused on the marketing and distribution of theatrical feature films, organised by Media Business School and supported by the MEDIA Programme of the European Union.

From PR Rachel Devenport: Elliot Grove, the founder of Raindance and the British Independent Film Awards is to be awarded an honorary doctorate on the 16th of July by Plymouth College of Art, member of the Open University, the largest university in the world. Elliot created the Raindance Film Festival in 1992, and it is now recognised as the largest independent film festival in the UK (Guardian…

  To provide key information and hands-on experience of directing drama for the screen. Students will gain an understanding of screen grammar and techniques for directing actors in the time frame of a shoot.   Tutor: Patrick Tucker Venue: Craven St Rehearsal Rooms Date: 4/5 July Duration: 2 day weekend Time: 10:00am - 6:00pm Price: £250 + 15% VAT  …

From Carolyn Atherton at the London Film School: Applications are now open for the following workshops at the London Film School. The courses will be running primarily as part of FAST FORWARD - the School's new professional upgrade programme for film and TV professionals looking to move up a level in their craft area or sidestep into a new one (more info at www.lfs.org.uk). As a r…