About 'Make It Here'

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to advance your career in the film industry, our skills-led training programs and pathways offer a stepping stone to success.

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.

Engagment To Date

118

Trained

64

Employed Alumni

3681

Pupils

Make It Here Trainees

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Wasimah Jheenghor

“Having the encouragement from the team at Film Barking and Dagenham and being able to get my first few chances to get on set opportunities and seeing how the industry works, pushed me to be able to continue within the Film and Media industry. I was lucky enough to be able to have the opportunity working on set as a Marshall on ‘Luther,’ ‘The Suspect’ and many more… I am currently working at 3 Mills Studios and can only see myself continuing to grow within the industry.”

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Ilie Gorea

“I never imagined I had the skills to thrive in this industry, but working with Film Barking and Dagenham has been a game changer for me. I've had the incredible opportunity to collaborate on projects with Netflix, Apple TV, and Warner Bros. Being on set with iconic actors like Gal Gadot and Jamie Dornan, among others, has been both inspiring and unforgettable. This experience has truly expanded my horizons and confirmed my passion for the world of film."

Testimonials

“My roles on projects for Amazon and Apple TV have allowed me to develop my hands-on skills in problem solving, organizational and my team building. Film Barking and Dagenham has taught me so much about the Film Industry.”
Sam Hills
“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
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