NI Screen Academies
Training, mentorship and exposure to the film, animation, games and visual effects industry for young people who are not currently at, or enrolled in University.
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About Screen Academies
Northern Ireland Screen Academies offer an inclusive platform for young people aged 16–19 who are not enrolled in university to gain training, mentorship and exposure to the screen industries. The academies are free and accessible to anyone with the passion and dedication to pursue a career in their chosen field, regardless of prior knowledge or experience.
Academies on Offer
Each academy provides industry-led experience to build skills, knowledge and develop a portfolio to kickstart your career in the screen sector.
Our Academy programme operates throughout the year on a flexible schedule offering opportunities during after-school hours and Saturdays as well as intensive, immersive sessions over the summer, Halloween and February mid-term break.
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Inspiring the next generation of screen industry leaders through training, mentorship and industry exposure.
Funders
The Screen Academies in Animation, Games Development and VFX is delivered by Nerve Centre and funded by the Department for Communities through Northern Ireland Screen.
BFI Film Academy is delivered by Nerve Centre and supported by the UK government’s Department for Education, National Lottery, Northern Ireland Screen and Screen Scotland.
