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Nexus Cast and Crew Network CIC

Since 2014, we have been facilitating industry panels, networking events, showcases and talent development opportunities for Midlands-based freelancers and artists pursuing careers in Film, TV, Theatre & Radio, with a prime focus on increasing accessibility to the arts.

We have approximately 2,000 members in our community who regularly attend our events and engage with us online, and we are extremely proud of all the successful projects, careers and regional activity that we have nurtured and supported.

In 2022, we became a CIC and are now seeking funds and sponsorship to implement a new strategy for a more hands-on programme catering to a wider variety of needs, with increased outreach and support on offer. We encourage companies and organisations to please reach out if you’d like to discuss possible collaborations and opportunities.

26+ Mentorship Programme

As part of our Accessibility Accelerator supported by Arts Council England, we are launching a brand spanking new mentorship programme!

This opportunity is open for people 26+ based in the Midlands that are facing a specific barrier that is stopping them from advancing in a definitive part of their career. People in any role/department within the industry are welcome to apply.

The mentorship programme will consist of 5 x 1 hour online sessions over a 3 month period with a mentor chosen specifically to help and guide you to overcome your career barrier.

Timeline:

Deadline to apply: Friday 9 February

Decision date: Monday 4 March

Launch event date: Saturday 16 March

Wrap up event date: Thursday 20 June

For more information and to apply, please click the button below!

Deadline: Friday 9 February

East vs West Midlands Showcase is Back!

After the success of our first East vs West Midlands Showcase in 2023, we are delighted to announce that we’ll be hosting our second edition on 4th May 2024.

Once again, we will be screening a selection of short films, half of which will represent the East Midlands with the other half representing the West.

This is a friendly, supportive (and slightly competitive!) event bringing both of the UK’s Midlands regions together

The event will take place at Derby QUAD 2pm – 6pm on 4 May 2024, and will include our film screening followed by our awards presentation and networking.

More info and tickets coming soon!

Nexus Testimonials

As we’re planning for our 2024 events programme, we would love to hear from you!

We’d like to know which of our events you have attended and what you have gained from attending Nexus events over the years. Your support is vital to help us move forward and to allow Nexus to keep providing and creating space for industry led networking and opportunities in The Midlands.

If you could spare 5 minutes to help us out we would really appreciate it!!
All feedback is welcome.

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