Birkbeck Short Filmmaking Society

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From Script to Screen: Master the Art of Filmmaking

We bridge the gap between student passion and professional industry standards. Join the Birkbeck Short Filmmaking Society for hands-on technical training, immersive workshops, and a community of active creators.

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We’re Not Just Students. We’re Filmmakers.

Based at Birkbeck, University of London, we are a student-led collective dedicated to bridging the gap between film theory and professional production. We provide a creative sanctuary where aspiring directors, cinematographers, screenwriters, and editors collaborate, experiment, and bring stories to life.

Creative Hub

Turn your ideas into reality. Whether you’re a director, screenwriter, or editor, gain hands-on experience and build a professional portfolio.

Industry Lead

From brainstorming to workshops with industry professionals, we guide you through the entire process. This isn’t just theory, it’s about making films.

Insights from the filmmakers, actors, and creators building our slate.

Voices of the Collective

Developing Replaced through the Society was a definitive experience. It allowed me to connect with a diverse group of talented students, many of whom have become long-term creative collaborators on my subsequent projects. Our collective is built on the idea of fluid creativity—where everyone has the opportunity to explore multiple production roles in a professional, supportive environment. It has been a privilege to watch these stories come to life alongside such a dedicated crew.

Michal Indrak

BA Film and Media Practice student

Founder & President, Birkbeck Short Filmmaking Society

I met the film community at the Conversation with Debut Filmmakers event. When I shared some of my ideas with Michal, he suggested that I get in touch via email and said we could develop them together. After reaching out, we quickly arranged a meeting, and now we have started working on my earthquake documentary.

On my news channel, “YoldaTV,” we will also be producing migration stories and adapting a novel into a film. I am very happy and excited about all of this. They are truly contributing to art while continuing their education.

Rafsan Yagmur Celik

PhD researcher and assistant at the Faculty of Law

Join the Crew

We are currently staffing our upcoming 2026 slate. We are looking for dedicated individuals to bridge the gap between theory and the set. Whether you are a veteran or a first-timer, we have a role for you.Tottenham Boys

Do you have an idea for a film but don’t know how to start?

If you have a concept for a short film, documentary, or series, the Society is here to help you bring it to life. Contact us today, and we will schedule a development meeting to point you in the right direction. We will do our absolute best to connect you with the right crew members, equipment, and resources to get your project off the ground.

Do you want to gain experience by volunteering with the Society?

We are always looking for passionate individuals to help run our events, manage our digital presence, and support our sets. Contact us directly to explore internal volunteer roles, or visit our upcoming Resources page to discover external film organisations currently offering voluntary opportunities and paid industry work.

Would you like to take part in our active film projects?

We would be thrilled to have you on board. Our sets are collaborative spaces open to all skill levels. To see our current production slate and view open crew vacancies, please visit our dedicated Film Projects page, or express your interest directly by emailing us at: su-shortfilm.soc@birkbeck.ac.uk.

What upcoming events and workshops do you host?

From masterclasses with industry veterans to practical, hands-on technical workshops and social cinema screenings, we host a variety of events throughout the academic year. To see what is coming up next and secure your place, please visit our Events or Workshops pages.