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Film & Television Industry Research Study

LJMU is researching the challenges new entrants face in progressing beyond entry-level roles in Film and TV. Feedback from alumni and production companies highlights difficulties in finding mid-level freelancers, prompting this study to identify barriers and practical solutions.

LJMU is seeking insights from freelancers and established professionals to inform strategies that support alumni, new entrants, and employers. By sharing your experiences, you can help strengthen career pathways.

To take part either complete this short form or contact Martin Jones: M.L.Jones@ljmu.ac.uk by 19.9.25.

Paraphysis Cinema is a small pop-up community cinema based in Liverpool. They’re having a special Halloween screening and need your short films !

This Halloween, they’re putting the spotlight on local talent with a special screening of gothic, supernatural, and eerie tales from Liverpool & Merseyside filmmakers.🌙

Whether it’s ghosts, folklore, haunted places, or something entirely unexpected, they’re excited to showcase the creativity of the community on the big screen.

Who can apply?
Filmmakers of all levels — from first-timers to seasoned directors — as long as your film is short, completed, and shot in Liverpool / Merseyside. Queer filmmakers to the front.

What they’re looking for:
Anything that fits the Halloween spirit!

Submit your work and join them for a night of haunting, homegrown cinema.

Here is their submission link: https://forms.gle/aH7GEre6Hj8KTff2A

Artist-Led St Helens are looking for 4 artists to act as hosts for their ‘Creating Space’ at Street and a Half (Haydock Street, St Helens) between September and December 2025. They will select four Creatives who will act as host, creators and demonstrator of a specific set of equipment in the Front Room at Street and a Half where Artist-Led St Helens are developing studio spaces.

Fee: £1000 fixed rate contract, estimated 4 days at £250 per day. This is a freelance role and you will be responsible for your own taxes.
Location: Haydock Street, St. Helens, WA10 1DD
Contract Type: Project-based
Duration: One day per week for four weeks during September – December 2025
Deadline: 10th September

Successful applicants will:
● Have a strong connection to St Helens
● Have a creative idea they need space and/or equipment to try out
● Be open to working alongside other artists, sharing and negotiating the use of space and equipment.
● Be competent in the use of the equipment they plan to use in the space
● Explain how this opportunity will benefit their creative development

See the full brief for full information and the link to the application form.
https://padlet.com/studiosinsthelens/artist-led-st-helens-documents-wtohyzy0fxttavu3/wish/LNV1Q7dKljl3Zmq3

Where will your education take you? From local studios to regional exhibitions, your journey starts here.

At University Centre St Helens, their specialist Fine Art Painting degree – offered at only a few institutions in the UK – encourages you to innovate, experiment, and develop a bold, individual practice from day one.

Based in spacious, purpose-built studios and guided by experienced, practicing artists, you’ll explore technical, philosophical, and aesthetic approaches to painting. Your studies will culminate in a public Degree Show, where your work will be seen by family, friends, and the wider local arts community.

Start creating your future today – applications are still open for September 2025.

https://www.sthelens.ac.uk/applynow/

Sound Check, the live music industry training programme is back at Birkenhead’s Future Yard!

New course starting on 8th September, for people in the city region aged 19+. Free to access, as always.

If you’re interested, apply via the link here

Kickstart a career in music!

Future Yard, 77 Argyle Street, Birkenhead, CH41 6AB

Exciting news for young people in Knowsley with This Place, This Stage!

This Place, This Stage is a bold new partnership with Knowsley Council, Heart of Glass, Adlib, Make. CIC  and Shakespeare North Playhouse – that’s secured £650K from Arts Council England

Over the next three years, this investment will build and grow their work:

✨ Amplifying young voices
🌱 Nurturing creative talent
🚀 Creating pathways into careers in the arts and creative industries

Read more via Knowsley News – link here

Liverpool Noise, a cornerstone for celebrating Merseyside’s arts and culture, is thrilled to announce its most ambitious literary project yet: 52 for 26! 

This initiative will shine a spotlight on the region’s incredible poetic talent by publishing a new poem from a local artist every Friday throughout the entire year of 2026. This project is a direct extension of their mission to champion local creativity and provide a valuable platform for artists of all disciplines.

Starting in January 2026, Liverpool Noise aims to feature 52 unique poets from Liverpool and Merseyside. Each weekly post will include not just a poem but also a brief introductory bio of the author, giving readers a chance to get to know the person behind the words. Each poet will also provide up to 100 words of personal commentary on their creative process and the inspiration behind their work, offering a deeper, more intimate connection with the audience. To further foster community and collaboration, social media links for each featured poet will be included in the post.

The benefits for poets involved in this project are numerous. They will receive unparalleled elevated exposure to Liverpool Noise’s dedicated readership, a community that actively supports local arts. Their work will also become a permanent part of the Liverpool Noise online cultural archive, serving as a lasting testament to your contribution to the region’s artistic landscape.

This project will prove to be a valuable addition to the established network of published Merseyside poets, fostering connections among creative peers. And publication on the respected cultural website like Liverpool Noise strengthens a poet’s professional portfolio, which is a massive asset for grant applications, submissions, and other career opportunities.

This initiative is more than just a publishing project; it’s a commitment to solidifying Liverpool Noise’s position as a key supporter of artistic talent across Merseyside. If you’re a poet from the region and want to be part of this incredible celebration of local talent, they invite you to submit your work.

Simply contact Steve Kinrade via stevekinrade66@gmail.com for more information.

Studio A.W. is the creative space of Anne Wiziack, a Brazilian artist born in São Paulo and based in Liverpool, England.

Join artist Anne Wiziack for inspiring art classes where creativity meets nature and community. From delicate botanical watercolours and lively urban sketching to crafting sustainable greeting cards using seed paper and watercolour, Anne’s workshops offer a unique and mindful experience for all levels.

Botanical watercolour painting class designed specifically for beginners who wish to explore the enchanting world of plant artistry. In this course, they will focus on mastering the fundamental techniques of watercolour painting while capturing the elegance of a sunflower. By the end of the class, you’ll have the essential skills to delve into a wide array of other plant and flower paintings.

When: Sunday, August 31 · 12 – 3pm
Where: Cass Art – 18 School Lane Liverpool L1 3BT
Tickets are £35 – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/botanical-watercolour-for-beginners-tickets-1508573717599?aff=oddtdtcreator

Botanical watercolour painting class designed specifically for beginners who wish to explore the enchanting world of plant artistry.
All materials provided. Students will take home a brochure with all the information covered in the course.

Unity Theatre is a proud member of Big Imaginations, they are excited to announce that the Artist Imagination Fund is back for another year of funding across 2025/26

The Big Imaginations Network is on the lookout for artists to support them to develop their ideas! They’re looking for artists who are making/want to make work for children and families and are based in the North-West and South-West Yorkshire.

More Information, including the application form and our Information Session can be found here

Altru Drama are looking for versatile, confident and fun-loving actors for our Anti-Bullying tours in the Autumn term 2025, delivering performances and workshops exploring bullying for children in Key Stage 1 & 2.

They will prioritise actors aged 25+ with 3 years driving experience (minimum) who are able/willing to drive a transit van.

Energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism are essential qualities, as well as a love of theatre for young people. Their shows are 45 minutes long and will be accompanied by a workshop led by the actors. As such, they are keen to hear from actors who also have experience of workshop facilitation.

DATES:

Induction Day: Friday 24th October 2025

Road to Respect (All North West)

Rehearsals: Monday 27th – Friday 31st October 2025

Tour: Monday 3rd – Wednesday 26th November 2025 (with possible extension to 28th Nov)

Time to be Different (Midlands and Southern Tour)

Rehearsals: Wednesday 29th – Tuesday 4th November 2025

Tour: Wednesday 5th – Friday 21st November 2025

Please note:

‘Road to Respect’ is a Northwest tour and actors will travel from their own homes for the duration of the tour.

‘Time to be Different’ is not a Northwest tour and so actors will be required to stay away overnight midweek.

Fee: £525.00 P/W (Pro Rata where applicable)

CLOSING DATE for applications: Monday 1st September 2025

Audition date: Thursday 11th September 2025

To apply, visit here