First Light funds and inspire the making of short films by young people in the UK, reflecting the diversity of their lives.
First Light Movies fund groups of young people aged between five and 18 through various funding schemes.
There are two main funding strands available, the Pilot and Studio Awards, but we also offer support with generating those first film ideas.
Pilot Award
For one film of up to five minutes long
Maximum grant £5,000
Match funding of 20% required
Ideal for first time filmmakers
Application forms and guidelines are available to download here. Alternatively, you can request an application pack by calling 0870 770 3245.
There are no deadlines for the Pilot Award – you can apply when you want!
Studio Award
For between two and four films of up to 10 minutes long
Maximum grant £30,000
Match funding of 10% required
Track record of filmmaking with young people necessary
The September funding deadline for the Studio Award has now passed. Come back soon for updated information on the next funding round and how to apply.
What’s the Big Idea? Award
To develop ideas and stories for films
Maximum grant £3,000
Match funding of 10% required
Application forms and guidelines are available to download here. Alternatively, to request an application pack, please call us on 0870 770 3245.
There are no deadlines for the What’s the Big Idea? Award, you can apply when you want!
Contact
First Light, Progress Works, Heath Mill Lane, Birmingham, B9 4AL
T 0121 6932091
F 0121 6932096
www.firstlightmovies.com
Deadline
No deadline except for Studio Award
Suitable for
Organisations where young people take the lead of all aspects of production.
Possible schools may be eligible if outside curriculum time
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