Wednesday, 26 February 2014

Creative England Newsletter

I thought my followers may be interested in seeing the latest Creative England Newsletter:

Creative England newsletter: February 2014

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	Compass points film businesses in right direction The new business development programme for executives, producers and entrepreneurs to help them build, manage and lead successful film companies. Read more.

	Starter For 10 Creative businesses in the South West have the chance to secure a £10,000 grant and a package of business support for the most innovative ideas. Read more.

	iFeatures launch and 8 Minutes Idle iFeatures has launched its latest hunt for the newest British filmmaking talent as original iFeatures film 8 Minutes Idle hits cinemas and on demand. Read more.

	Creative business mentoring Creative England and Nesta have joined forces to strengthen mentoring in the creative industry, one of the UK’s most valuable growth sectors. Read more.

	Herts gains legal powers to close roads for filming Hertfordshire County Council has become the second authority outside London to gain legal powers to make it easier to film on the public highway. Read more

Upcoming Events

GamesLab West Midlands social event

Birmingham, February 27

Creative England has partnered with LAUNCH to deliver the first GamesLab Social meet-up, an evening dedicated to showcasing the new investment and support programme for the games industry. Read more.

Crew Night

Brighton, March 13

Creative England's crew and facilities networking events are opportunities to meet Creative England's Production Services and Film teams and connect with fellow filmmakers from your region. Read more.