North East Screen

North East Screen The North East's screen industries development agency. North East Screen is North East England’s screen industries development agency.

We work with businesses and professionals specializing in film, TV and screen-based arts, primarily through talent development projects, events, and production service. We also drive the regional commercial film and television production and attract inward investment by promoting the region as a base for film and TV production.

🎉 Huge congratulations to Carley Armstrong (Script Supervisor/Producer) and Lucinda Borrell (Current Affairs Producer) f...
24/01/2025

🎉 Huge congratulations to Carley Armstrong (Script Supervisor/Producer) and Lucinda Borrell (Current Affairs Producer) for being selected for the Women in Film and Television UK Four Nations Mentoring Scheme!

Seven spaces on this brilliant scheme have been supported through the Screen Alliance North Partnership (SAN) to strengthen talent in the Northern screen industry. We’re so proud to see Carley and Lucinda representing the North East as part of the Northern cohort!

Learn more about the scheme here: https://bit.ly/3Q9IuJn

🚨Deadline is fast approaching🚨Apply before midnight on the 26th of January to be part of our team!We're searching for a ...
24/01/2025

🚨Deadline is fast approaching🚨

Apply before midnight on the 26th of January to be part of our team!

We're searching for a Finance Director with experience working in the public sector to join us during an exciting period of growth.

Check out the post below for more details👇

🚨Less than a week left to apply!🚨

We're searching for a Finance Director with experience working in the public sector to join our team during an exciting time of growth.

With hit productions like The Red King, Smoggie Queens, and The Dumping Ground choosing to film in the North East, plus our Production Fund fuelling filming in the region, this is your chance to play a key role in our screen industry's success!

Apply by midnight on the 26th of January.

Click here to find out more: https://bit.ly/3CR3jpd

Know someone perfect for the role? Share this post or tag them in the comments below!

Earlier this month, the BBC hosted a special Q&A screening for series 13 The Dumping Ground at Tyneside Cinema in Newcas...
24/01/2025

Earlier this month, the BBC hosted a special Q&A screening for series 13 The Dumping Ground at Tyneside Cinema in Newcastle! 🎬

Filmed in Hexham, The Dumping Ground has been a vital part of our region’s screen industry for over 12 years, bringing incredible stories to life and supporting local talent.

A new episode airs tonight at 6:30pm on CBBC, be sure to tune in or catch it on BBC iPlayer!

Want to learn more about our skills work on The Dumping Ground? Follow this link: https://bit.ly/3A7fJYX

Huge congratulations to Gateshead-born writer Peter Straughan on his Oscar nomination for Conclave!
23/01/2025

Huge congratulations to Gateshead-born writer Peter Straughan on his Oscar nomination for Conclave!

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🚨Less than a week left to apply!🚨We're searching for a Finance Director with experience working in the public sector to ...
21/01/2025

🚨Less than a week left to apply!🚨

We're searching for a Finance Director with experience working in the public sector to join our team during an exciting time of growth.

With hit productions like The Red King, Smoggie Queens, and The Dumping Ground choosing to film in the North East, plus our Production Fund fuelling filming in the region, this is your chance to play a key role in our screen industry's success!

Apply by midnight on the 26th of January.

Click here to find out more: https://bit.ly/3CR3jpd

Know someone perfect for the role? Share this post or tag them in the comments below!

17/01/2025

Series 13 of The Dumping Ground starts tonight on CBBC at 6pm!

We're thrilled to have this show film in our region as it provides valuable training opportunities for crew. We love working with the team behind the show and the BBC to foster new talent in the region while also giving established crew the chance to upskill and propel their career in the screen industry!

Check out the trailer below👇 and tune in tonight or watch it on BBC iPlayer 📺

🚨 Attention North East indies! Applications are now open for the 2025 Indielab TV Accelerator, with support from North E...
15/01/2025

🚨 Attention North East indies!

Applications are now open for the 2025 Indielab TV Accelerator, with support from North East Screen.

This program is a game-changer, offering masterclasses, industry briefings, and support to help production companies scale up.

Apply by 7th of March and join a decade-long legacy of success stories, including Goalhanger, True North, and Merman.

Click here to learn more: https://bit.ly/4akcdZd

🚨 Applications for the BBC Comedy Collective are now open!🚨The scheme offers:🎥 Up to £10k paid shadowing on a BBC Comedy...
14/01/2025

🚨 Applications for the BBC Comedy Collective are now open!🚨

The scheme offers:
🎥 Up to £10k paid shadowing on a BBC Comedy production
✍️ A £5k development grant
🎓 Mentors, networking, and access to exclusive events

Whether you’re a writer, producer, director, or editor, this is your chance to take your career to the next level. 🌟

Apply now and learn more: https://bit.ly/4abdQs2

💼 Thinking about a career in Film & TV? Production Accounting might be your perfect entry point!You don’t need formal qu...
10/01/2025

💼 Thinking about a career in Film & TV? Production Accounting might be your perfect entry point!

You don’t need formal qualifications to get started—just a knack for numbers and an eye for detail. We’re hosting two online introductory sessions on the 21st of January to help you learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Choose the session that best fits your schedule:
Morning Session: https://bit.ly/4fRuluK
Evening Session: https://bit.ly/4j7Dbr1

Have questions? Email us at [email protected]

🚨 Exciting opportunity alert! 🚨We’re looking for a Finance Director to lead our financial strategy during an exciting ti...
09/01/2025

🚨 Exciting opportunity alert! 🚨

We’re looking for a Finance Director to lead our financial strategy during an exciting time of growth in our region’s screen industry. With hit shows like The Red King, Smoggie Queens, and The Dumping Ground filming in the North East, plus our Production Fund driving local production, this role puts you at the heart of the region’s creative success story.

We’re seeking someone experienced in managing seven-figure budgets, financial business planning, and delivering economic impact.

📅 Applications close at midnight on January 26th.

Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/3CR3jpd

Don’t miss out on this brilliant opportunity!

One for animal lovers🐾Last night, the first episode of Joanne Page’s Wild Life aired on BBC Two.In the show, the Gavin a...
07/01/2025

One for animal lovers🐾

Last night, the first episode of Joanne Page’s Wild Life aired on BBC Two.

In the show, the Gavin and Stacey star follows her lifelong dream to become a wildlife rescue volunteer. The 15-part series was produced by Gateshead production company Twenty Six 03.

You can catch the second episode tonight at 6:30pm on BBC Two or watch the entire series now on BBC iPlayer: https://bit.ly/4aeUWAI

Huge congratulations to Gateshead-born writer Peter Straughan on his Golden Globes win for Conclave! 🏆We’re so proud to ...
06/01/2025

Huge congratulations to Gateshead-born writer Peter Straughan on his Golden Globes win for Conclave! 🏆

We’re so proud to see North East talent celebrated on the global stage. Peter’s success is a true inspiration for writers and creatives in our region.

Peter will be back in the region later this month as the keynote speaker at the sold-out New Writing North Screenwriting Weekender. He will also introduce Conclave at a special screening at Tyneside Cinema, tickets still available here: https://bit.ly/3PqraPU

Watch his acceptance speech: https://bit.ly/3PqJvw6

Fingers crossed for the rest of award season! ✨

Our WINNER for Best Screenplay – Motion Picture is Conclave! Congratulations! ✨🎥

Tickets for the 2025 RTS North East and The Borders Awards are now on sale! 🎉Celebrate the outstanding talent in our reg...
03/01/2025

Tickets for the 2025 RTS North East and The Borders Awards are now on sale! 🎉

Celebrate the outstanding talent in our region’s screen industry at this annual highlight event.

📆 Date: Saturday 15th February
📍 Location: Hilton Newcastle Gateshead

Secure your tickets today and be part of this incredible evening! 🎟️ https://bit.ly/3DCdzlE

 With the final episode of Vera airing tonight at 8pm on ITV, we're throwing it back to 2011 when Vera Stanhope first gr...
02/01/2025



With the final episode of Vera airing tonight at 8pm on ITV, we're throwing it back to 2011 when Vera Stanhope first graced our screens.

What's been your favourite memory from the series?

The first day of 2025 and we’ve already got the TV event of the year! Join us in saying goodbye to the iconic Vera Stanh...
01/01/2025

The first day of 2025 and we’ve already got the TV event of the year!

Join us in saying goodbye to the iconic Vera Stanhope by tuning into ITV tonight at 8pm for the penultima episode and prepare for tomorrow night’s finale📺

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at North East Screen! 🎄🎅Thank you for being ...
24/12/2024

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at North East Screen! 🎄🎅

Thank you for being part of our journey this year!

Here’s to an even brighter 2025 - let’s keep showcasing the talent, creativity, and community that makes our region so special. 🎥

Enjoy the festivities, and we’ll see you in the New Year! 🎉

Looking for something to watch over the festive period?🎅🎄Check out our Filmed in the North East page for a list of films...
23/12/2024

Looking for something to watch over the festive period?🎅🎄

Check out our Filmed in the North East page for a list of films and TV shows shot right here in our region over the past few years! We’ve even included some exciting shows set to air in 2025: https://bit.ly/3Nhl9Fj

And don’t miss the final ever episodes of Vera—airing on ITV on the 1st and 2nd of January. It’s sure to be an emotional farewell to one of the North East’s most iconic characters.

🎉 What an incredible night at the North East Screen & Generator End of Year Social!Thank you to everyone who joined us y...
20/12/2024

🎉 What an incredible night at the North East Screen & Generator End of Year Social!

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday!

It was great to bring together talent from across the creative industries, toast to an amazing year and set our sights on an even brighter future for the North East! 🌟

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