One World Student Film Bursaries

Resources on film funding

Explore the following links to find information, resources and opportunities to finds funding for film projects.

DFGDocs - An excellent website run by the Documentary Filmmakers Group, which has information and further links on film funding, plus sample copies of useful documents, such as contracts and release forms

BBC online - The BBC has a page with plenty of ideas for funding short films. It also has a very helpful website on ways to get your film commissioned

Britdoc - This is the website of the Channel 4 British Documentary Film Foundation, which runs three funds of its own

The Film Finance Handbook - Available to buy, this is a complete guide to film finance around the world, from short films to mainstream productions

There are also some opportunities for filmmakers in particular areas of Britain:

Screen South - Funding scheme for the South-East of England

South West Screen - Opportunities for film makers based in the South-West

 

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