The scheme aims to enhance the careers of seven women from across the north in film and TV roles.

Screen Alliance North, a BFI skills cluster for the north of England, is collaborating with Women in Film and Television (WFTV)’s screen industry mentoring scheme.

Seven women will be selected from the north of England following a detailed selection process. Each mentee will be paired with a relevant industry professional to guide and support them through the mentorship programme.

Screen Alliance North has funded four places for women in below-the-line roles. Additionally, its partners Liverpool Film Office, North East Screen, and Screen Manchester, have provided funding for three more places for above-the-line roles.

Now in its 14th year, the programme is open to mid-career women in film, television, and digital media who are looking to take a significant step. The six-month scheme offers one-to-one mentoring with senior industry professionals, peer-to-peer training, and bespoke career development workshops.

Caroline Cooper-Charles, chief executive of Screen Yorkshire and lead partner for Screen Alliance North said: “The work that Women in Film and TV do is critical in empowering women in the media.

“Through their mentoring initiative, which supports women across the UK, they help women to advance in their careers, improve their networks and give them the opportunity to learn from leading professionals in the industry.

“This well-established programme has been highly successful and we’re delighted to be partnering to strengthen its impact across the North and ensure that our exceptional regional talent can grow and be nurtured.”

Lynn Saunders, head of Liverpool Film Office, added: “We’re passionate about creating a fairer, more diverse screen workforce and by joining forces with Women in Film and TV, we’re providing greater stepping up opportunities for women in the industry.
“Through this successful mentoring programme, we’re ensuring that talented female crew from our region are best supported by learning from leading industry professionals, providing the best base to advance their careers.”

Anyone interested in the scheme can apply here up until 5pm on Monday 16 September. A minimum of 5 years’ experience is needed and all roles within the screen industry will be considered.

Full details of the scheme and how to apply can also be found here – WFTV Four Nations Mentoring Scheme 2025: Find Out More & How To Apply on Vimeo.