british academy of film and television arts (bafta): membership and events
The British Academy of Film & Television Arts is the UK’s leading organisation promoting and rewarding the best in film, television and the games industry. Renowned for its high-profile award ceremonies covering film, television, children’s, craft and games, the Academy prides itself on recognising the finest talent Britain has to offer.
A membership-led organisation, BAFTA runs a wide range of events covering topical issues that are not only open to Academy members but nonmembers as well. Based in the centre of London, the Academy provides a central meeting place for members as well as being a unique venue which hosts many prestigious events.
Corporate Partnership scheme
As a Corporate Partner or Associate of the Academy, BAFTA offers unique networking and corporate entertaining opportunities as well as the profile and prestige of being associated with the BAFTA brand. With a history that spans more than 50 years, the Academy is proud of its past and looking forward to the future.
Academy events
Academy members are given access to Academy events at no charge. The Academy events programme showcases the best in the creative industries as well as providing a forum for debating current and controversial issues. Members can also attend social functions and events at BAFTA in Scotland, Wales and in the North of England, as well as US functions held in Hollywood and New York.
For more information on events at BAFTA please contact:
Mariayah Kaderbhai
Events Producer
Tel 020 7292 5808
Film Screenings
Almost all major feature films are screened for Academy members at 195 Piccadilly, usually before release. The Academy organises question and answer sessions with the stars and creators of these films on several occasions throughout the year. This year the Academy has played host to Al Pacino and Jeremy Irons among others.
Television programmes
Many new television programmes are also now screening in advance of transmission at BAFTA, followed by a Q&A with the cast and/or crew.
Voting
Members are entitled to participate in the voting process for the annual Film, Television, Children’s Film & Television and the Television Craft Awards.
Cultural Diversity
As a member of the Cultural Diversity Network, BAFTA is committed to playing a front-line role in raising awareness of our multi-cultural society.
Contact
The British Academy of Film & Television Arts
195 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LN
Tel 020 7734 0022
Fax 020 7734 1792
Web www.bafta.org
new producers alliance
2006 marks the thirteenth year of the New Producers Alliance – the national membership and training organisation that provides training and support for emerging film producers and filmmakers.
Each week the NPA undertakes a number of core activities including industry networking, producer training programmes, business breakfasts, script and producer writer development courses, master classes and screenings. It also supplies members (through its monthly newsletter, website and weekly email) with current industry information as well as articles dealing with all the elements of production, legal and finance which are essential for emerging filmmakers.
The New Producers Alliance also lobbies on behalf of emerging filmmakers to ensure that they continue to have a voice at the highest levels of the industry. It also works in close collaboration with organisations such as the regional screen agencies,
the UK Film Council, BAFTA, BECTU, Directors Guild of Great Britain, Skillset, CINEGUILDS, Women in Film & Television, Black Filmmakers Network and the UK Media Desk, as well as international organisations such as the IFP in the USA and various Canadian Film Commissions.
The New Producers Alliance provides relevant and current training and information, as well as an industry networking forum, to ensure that it continues to be an organisation ‘by filmmakers, for filmmakers’, supplying an essential pathway for emerging filmmakers into the film industry.
To find out more about how the NPA can help you, telephone 020 7613 0440 or visit www.npa.org.uk for more information and forthcoming events.
pma: the production managers’ association
The Production Managers’ Association (PMA) is a professional body of Film, Television, Corporate and Multimedia production managers. Within the industry, the Association provides a unique network for both freelance and permanently employed production managers, providing invaluable information and support, as well as regular social events, workshops and training courses.
The Association is supported by sponsors from across the industry, who keep members up-to-date with matters relating to film and television production in the UK.
The PMA also provides an up-to-date availability list of experienced production managers, as a service for both its member and for those producers or production companies looking to employ a highly-skilled production manager. The list can be accessed on the PMA’s own website, www.pma.org.uk. In addition to the availability list, the website can also be used to access members who speak a particular language, or to search for specific areas of experience or credit listings.
The PMA’s membership currently stands at 180, and each member has at least six broadcast credits (or equivalent) as well as at least three years experience as a production manager. The experience of our members ranges across the board – from features to drama, to investigative films and documentaries, OBs and travel programmes, to magazine formats and quiz shows. The PMA offers each member a solid network of support and advice, which enables every production manager to bring to their work a unique and valued insight into the industry and how it operates.
The PMA offers:
Networking
Regular meetings for members to share work experiences and provide professional support for each other.
Employment availability list
Producers and production companies wishing to employ a production manager can see which members are currently available for work.
Annual directory of members
An established publication referred to throughout the industry, containing members’ contact numbers and recent credits.
Business support helpline
Members can phone for free professional advice on tax, VAT, PAYE, payroll, employment and personnel, health and safety and commercial legal issues.
Social events
At four seasonal events a year, hosted by our sponsors, members get a chance to keep abreast of industry developments and exchange ideas and information in an informal setting.
Training workshops
Bespoke courses provided for members covering areas such as health and safety, scheduling, new technology, and first aid.
The Forum
A members’ private email newsgroup that taps into the vast wealth of experience of the membership. Over 180 members working in broadcast TV, commercials, feature films, corporate videos and multimedia with accumulated knowledge across every genre.
Bi-monthly newsletter
Members and sponsors hear news and views of the PMA and the industry at large.
The website
Contains members’ credits, the availability list, contact details for the PMA, a diary of forthcoming events, ‘The Forum’ and details of our sponsors with links. A list of recommended production co-ordinators and their production credits now exists on our website for access by members only.
Pension scheme
PMA members can take advantage of preferential terms for Stakeholder and Personal Pension schemes, negotiated for us with two leading pension providers by our independent financial advisers.
Membership standards
To join, all members must have had at least three years experience in the industry and six broadcast credits as a production manager. Additional skills are also taken into consideration.
The Production Managers Association
Ealing Studios, Ealing Green, Ealing, London W5 5EP
Tel 020 8758 8699
Email pma@pma.org.uk
Web www.pma.org.uk
 The Guild of International Songwriters and Composers (GISC) is an international music industry organisation based in England in the United Kingdom. Guild members are songwriters, composers, lyricists, poets, performing songwriters, musicians, publishers, studio owners, managers. Independent record companies, music industry personnel, etc., etc., from many countries throughout the world. The Guild of International Songwriters & Composers has been publishing Songwriting and Composing Magazine since 1986, which is issued free to all Guild members throughout their membership. The Guild of International Songwriters and Composers offers advice, guidance, assistance, protection, information, encouragement, contact information, Intellectual property/copyright protection of members works through the Guild's Copyright Registration Centre along with other free services and more to Guild members with regard to helping members achieve their aims, ambitions, progression and advancement in respect to the many different aspects of the music industry. Information, advice and services available to Guild members throughout their membership includes assistance, advice and help on many matters and issues relating to the music industry in general.
Visit the Guild's website at: http://www.songwriters-guild.co.uk
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