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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.

22/08/2025

We’re teaming up with Sonic Futures for a night where sound meets story, exploring how music shapes film and television, and the career paths that make it happen.

📍 Northern School of Art, Hartlepool
🗓 Wednesday 10th September 2025
⏰ 6pm - 9pm
💸 Free to attend (registration required)

Speakers include:
🎼 Murray Gold - Six-time BAFTA nominee, Doctor Who, It’s A Sin
🎼 Lesley Douglas - Founder, Lonesome Pine (formerly BBC & Universal Music Group)
🎼 Pete Jobson - Musician, Composer, Performer and Writer. Founding member of Mercury Prize-nominated I Am Kloot
🎼 Janet Overfield - Composer for BBC, ITV, Sky, Netflix & more
🎼 Alison Gwynn - CEO, North East Screen

Expect lively discussion, career insights and real world advice to fuel your next steps in music and screen. Plus, plenty of chances to connect with peers, educators and industry insiders.

Free tickets available now, register to secure your spot! 👉 http://bit.ly/4fSnxi8

Sonic Futures | Generator | Tees Valley Combined Authority

21/08/2025

We’re thrilled to see a brand new co-production documentary between Daisybeck and Middlesbrough-based Wander Films... Ben Fogle: Made in Sheffieldfor 5 🎬✨

This partnership showcases the strength of bringing together experienced indies with trailblazing digital-first companies - unlocking exciting new ways to produce high-volume series, connect with fresh audiences, and push the boundaries of storytelling.

At North East Screen, we champion regional companies like Wander as they grow, while encouraging more broadcasters and larger indies to see the huge potential in co-production opportunities 🙌

Let’s talk about how co-pros can unlock the next wave of creative formats 👉 [email protected]

Wander Films | Tees Valley Combined Authority | Ben Houchen - Tees Valley Mayor | Channel 5 | Daisybeck Studios

20/08/2025

Big news for the North East’s digital storytellers! 🌟

We’ve teamed up with the BBC to launch the Digital Accelerator, a brand-new programme designed to supercharge digital-first production in our region.

What’s on offer?
💡 9 - 12 months of mentoring, editorial & business support from BBC and North East Screen teams
💡 The chance to develop bold, innovative content for platforms like TikTok, YouTube, Twitch and beyond

North East Screen is proud to back opportunities that empower creators and companies to explore, innovate, and reach global audiences. Wherever and however they consume content 🌍✨

🎥 Whether you're a digital-first creator or a linear company looking to pivot and grow, we want to hear from you.

Register your expression of interest now 👉 https://northeastscreen.org/bbc-digital-accelerator/

BBC Press Office
North East Combined Authority
Tees Valley Combined Authority

19/08/2025

✨Voting is now OPEN for the National Television Awards ✨

We’re so excited to see Vera (and the brilliant Brenda Blethyn) shortlisted, a character who’s become one of the North East’s most loved faces on screen 🕵️‍♀️💛

It’s super easy to cast your vote 👉 nationaltvawards.com/vote

And that’s not all... the North East is shining across the nominations with:
⭐ Ant & Dec
⭐ Ludwig, written by NE writer Mark Brotherhood
⭐ Local actor Sammy Dobson as part of the Casualty cast

Let’s get behind our homegrown talent and show the nation just how strong the North East is on screen! 🌟

14/08/2025

Here’s the first look at I Fought The Law, a gripping new ITV drama filmed right here in the North East and supported by our North East Production Fund.

Starring Sheridan Smith as Ann Ming, the series tells the true story of a mother’s 15-year battle for justice after the tragic loss of her daughter Julie, a fight that changed the Double Jeopardy Law forever.

Produced by Hera Pictures London, supported by the North East Production Fund, this is more than just a drama, it’s a testament to resilience. Filmed in real North East locations and brought to life by regional crew.

Swipe through for a first glimpse of this moving story that deserves to be told.

Want to make your next production in the region? Email [email protected]

09/08/2025

Step inside the world of live production with one of our trainees, .mae.garden ! 🤩✨

She joined the crew at the BBC Proms in Gatshead’s The Glasshouse, exploring the production truck, getting hands-on with the systems camera, and even trying her hand at vision mixing.

This year’s Proms was the busiest yet, with thousands of first-time attendees and a growing buzz that reflects something bigger happening in the region 🙌📍

08/08/2025

One month left to apply! ⏳

The WFTV Four Nations Mentoring Scheme 2026 is open until Monday 8 September at 5pm. If you're a woman in film, TV or digital media with 5+ years’ experience (7+ if you're applying for the England cohort), this is your sign to go for it 🙌

Over six months, you’ll get:
🎯 One-to-one mentoring
📚 Training & skills development
🤝 A supportive cohort of like-minded creatives
🚀 Focused career progression support

This scheme is all about giving women the tools, space and guidance to grow, wherever you're at in your journey.

Apply now https://www.wftv.org.uk/mentoring 🔗

05/08/2025

Behind the scenes, behind the screens 🎧🎬

Our trainees joined the crew at the BBC Proms in Newcastle for a day of shadowing packed full of live production action, from camera ops to vision mixing and everything in between.

Catch the moments from an unforgettable experience at The Glasshouse! 👇

It's not just trainees we provide opportunities for... if you're mid-career crew, we offer step-up and step-across opportunities. Get in touch with our skills team at [email protected]

04/08/2025

Step inside the action with Crew Academy trainee Alistaire Wu on his shadowing placement at the BBC Proms at The Glasshouse in Newcastle, thanks to North East Screen, Livewire Pictures and the BBC! 🙌🎶

With over 6,270 people attending across four days (and 4,563 first-timers!), this was the busiest Proms in the North East yet. It’s more than just music, it’s a celebration of collective identity. Across the region, creative organisations are coming together to create something extraordinary and show that the North East is a creative powerhouse.

Come and see the magic happen behind the scenes! 🤩👇

Want to know more about opportunities in the industry? Check out our Crew Academy 👉 https://northeastscreen.org/crew-academy/

31/07/2025

“I Fought The Law” is a powerful new drama filmed across the North East and supported by our North East Production Fund, telling a true story that deserves to be heard.

Sheridan Smith stars as Ann Ming, a mother who spent 15 years fighting for justice after the tragic loss of her daughter, Julie. Her bravery led to a historic change in the Double Jeopardy Law.

Produced by , this drama not only highlights Ann’s extraordinary strength but also the power of storytelling rooted here in the North East through real places and real lives.

Watch the trailer for a first glimpse of this moving drama and the true story it brings to life.

Want to shoot your next production in a region full of talent, locations, and heart? Contact us at [email protected]

23/07/2025

We can hardly wait... Smoggie Queens is back soon! 👑✨

The award-winning BBC comedy is returning for Series 2, and filming kicked off this week in Tees Valley! 🎬

Created by Middlesbrough’s own Phil Dunning and brought to the region by award winning Hat Trick Productions, Smoggie Queens was supported by our North East Production Fund, flying the flag for northern, q***r, and gloriously chaotic brilliance 📺🏳️‍🌈

Get ready for more belly laughs, iconic one-liners, and wild antics as Dickie and the gang take over Boro once again 💅🔥

If you're planning to film in the North East, contact our film office to see how they can help with finding diverse locations and world class regional based crew 👉 [email protected]

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The BIS, 17 Whitby Street
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