The BFI Doc Society Fund invites all non-fiction film talent to join us at our open-access drop-in day during Sheffield DocFest, followed by a relaxed happy hour.
Whether you're developing your first project or looking to take the next step in your filmmaking journey, this is an opportunity to connect with the BFI Doc Society team, and to meet fellow creatives and potential collaborators. Come and sign up for a roundtable discussion or a one-to-one meeting to ask questions about our funding opportunities, talent development programmes, and support available for documentary filmmakers.
Alongside learning more about the BFI Doc Society funds, you'll gain a wider view of the funding and distribution landscape for non-fiction film in the UK and discover pathways that could help bring your projects to life.
Date
Saturday 13th June 2026, 12pm - 5pm
Schedule
- 12pm: Introduction to the Made of Truth short film fund
- 12.30pm: Introduction to the Features funds and the Expanded Screen immersive fund
- 1pm: Sign-up and registration for roundtables
- 1.30pm – 3pm: Roundtables with industry experts and the BFI Doc Society team
- 3 – 4pm: Networking
- 4pm – 5pm: Happy Hour with complimentary drinks
Registration
This event is open to all, whether you have a festival accreditation or not, but capacity is limited and on a first come first served basis so please come down early.
Venue
This year we are in a new venue: Gut Level. Gut Level is a DIY venue and community space at 32-34 Chapel Walk, Sheffield, S1 2PD. It is down a pedestrianised side street near to the Crucible Theatre. Please find more information on venue accessibility on the Gut Level website.
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