We believe in the importance of a diverse film & TV industry to be able to bring authentic stories to the screen.

We know Northern voices are under-represented in front of and behind the camera, with many barriers to industry. So, we’ve created a scheme to nurture emerging Northern voices to influence change in the industry from the ground up.

We support new talent with funding, mentorship, access to industry and a platform to display their work, empowering them to grow as confident documentary makers.

Applications for 2025 will open soon.

What is the Doc Fund?

In 2024 Northern Heart supported 3 emerging documentary filmmakers based in the North West of England. They each made a short 10 minute documentary film around the theme of ‘WORKING CLASS.’

Each winner received a £1,000 cash grant, mentoring, post production support, one industry pass to Sheffield DocFest ‘24.

Supporters

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  • "This scheme felt different to anything I've ever been part of."

    Vicky Best (22-23)

  • "The mentoring from Northern Heart helped me tell a better story."

    Matthew Reese (22-23)

  • "The support from Sticks & Glass was incredible. It was also a great learning experience to be in a post-production studio."

    Samuel Oddie (22-23)

  • "They genuinely care about us. Whatever we needed to make our films, they actively helped source."

    Samuel Oddie (22-23)