The Film and TV Charity has revealed the awardees for its second round of Reel Impact funding – the charity’s initiative to elevate mid-senior Black and Global Majority talent.
A total of £133,888 was awarded to eight applicants. Two organisations secured funding to support their company development, while two further organisations have been given funding for their work to advance racial equity in the industry.
On the individual front, four creatives have been awarded funds for personal development, with recipients spanning the UK including Northern Ireland, Liverpool and beyond.
The two organisations receiving funds to develop their businesses are:
• From Life Prosthetics, an SFX studio based in Dorset, set to build a new facility that blends digital craft with inclusive design
• Fully Focused, an independent production company dedicated to supporting emerging talent from underrepresented communities, will use the award to expand their team, strengthen revenue streams and create more paid opportunities
The two organisations receiving funds for their work to advance racial equity are:
• British Arab Writers Group, who will support creatives and storytellers with Arab heritage and backgrounds
• Aniboxx Studios will use the award to help fund an Animation career elevation scheme, Diversimation: “The Senior Shift”, which will help with mentoring and advice to five mid-level professionals