About us
We offer support to everyone working behind the scenes in film, TV, and cinema. Whether you work in pre-production, production, or post-production, in sales, distribution, or exhibition, or in any other behind the scenes role, we’re here to offer a helping hand.
We provide in the moment, practical support with mental and physical health and financial wellbeing, and we’re working to bring greater equity and inclusion to the industry, especially for people from marginalised or under-represented groups.
Our vision and goals
Our vision is of an industry that’s a healthy, inclusive place to work, where everyone can thrive and feel supported. That’s why we’re working hard to improve the wellbeing of individuals, to promote healthier working practices and culture, and to highlight the issues affecting you and your colleagues.
Our goals are to:
- Enable people to become more financially secure
- Improve mental and physical health right across the industry
- Help people feel better connected to each other and to professional networks
We're working with our stakeholders and partners from across the industry to ensure:
- There’s an increased understanding of the issues people working in the industry can face and how to address them
- Organisations adopt practices and policies that support positive mental, financial, and social wellbeing
- Equitable working environments benefit everyone in the industry, especially people from under-represented communities
While we collaborate with organisations from right across the industry, we’ve always been completely independent and our support is always impartial and confidential.
Meet our official ambassadors:
- Director and filmmaker, Amma Asante MBE
- Actor and producer, David Morrissey
- Screenwriter, Kit de Waal
- Award-winning journalist and broadcaster, Marverine Cole
- Screenwriter, Abi Morgan MBE
- Sound editor, Johnnie Burn
- Actor, Ralph Ineson
With celebrated careers on both sides of the camera in film and TV, our ambassadors all have a shared commitment to supporting behind the scenes talent.
The impact we’re creating together
We’ve been around since 1924 and today, thanks to the generosity of people and organisations across our vibrant industry, we’re able to offer the hardworking people in film, TV, and cinema somewhere to turn.
How we got here
Discover where we’ve come from and how we’re still evolving alongside the industry we support.
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Our history
We were founded in 1924 to offer financial support to people working in the screen industries. Today we help a wide range of industry workers to overcome personal and professional challenges.
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How we're run
We're committed to being transparent about how we’re run. Find out more about our governance and read our latest Annual Report.
The people who make it happen
Our Board of Trustees, our CEO, and our dedicated team all understand the unique pressures a career in film, TV, and cinema can bring.
We’re committed to making work in the industry better for everyone. Meet the team, explore current vacancies, and find out more about how we work.
Support us
There are loads of ways to get involved, from spreading the word about what we do through to partnering with us. But most of all, we rely on the generosity of individuals and organisations to make sure we’re able to offer industry workers somewhere to turn. Make a donation or explore the other ways that you can help.
