The ‘Make It Here’ programme has a place for you, whatever your walk of life. We want to understand your aspirations and for the community to be at the heart of what we do.
Designed to provide hands-on experience and practical knowledge, these courses go beyond theory, immersing participants in real-world film environments where they can learn by doing.
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Testimonials
CHARLEY JAI
PRODUCER/LOCATION MARSHALL
"Training with Film Barking and Dagenham was an intense and rewarding one-week experience—hands-on, well-structured, and genuinely enjoyable, with clear guidance throughout.
Since 2023, working as a Lead Runner/Location Marshal has given me access to exciting placements where effective learning translates directly into real on-set responsibility.
It’s been a fantastic environment to grow professionally, demonstrate my skills, and contribute with confidence on every production"
" [About Set in Motion]
This was such a valuable day for our students. It gave them real life experience of a film set and taught them that there is a career for them in the media industry.
It was one of the most rewarding days in my 20 year teaching career."
Jo Harland
“I never believed that with my background I would be able to have a career in backstage film and tv. Yet, Film Barking and Dagenham's Make It Here programme has allowed me to gain skills and training to do just that. It has also given me the confidence to apply my knowledge whilst working on tv shows and even during a Royal visit where I showed Prince Edward how to use a lighting desk!”
Katie Brett
“Thank you for sharing this enormous opportunity (paid work experience as production runner) I had a great week with such extraordinary people, and I learnt a lot from this work. This was only possible because of your guidance. I'm very grateful to you"
Saloni Singh
