Professional and personal development

Unlock your potential with coaching, resources, and support to navigate career challenges.

Identifying and overcoming career barriers

Managing a career behind the scenes in film, TV, and cinema can be challenging, especially if you’re facing personal barriers or returning after a break. Whether it’s industry pressures or life circumstances making work more difficult, there is help available.

If you do feel as though something is preventing you from reaching your full potential, an important first step is to understand what that thing is. It could be that personal circumstances are making work more difficult, or that you’re not tapping into available support to make working life easier.

Talk to someone right now

If it’s not an emergency but you want to talk to someone now, our free and confidential 24-hour Support Line is here for you.

Learn more about our Professional and personal development support

What the service offers, why you might get in touch, and how it can help if you’re facing challenges at work or at home.

Personal and professional support for film and TV workers

  • Two women at a desk, one is in a wheelchair and the other standing by their side. They are both looking at the laptop screen.

    Work and wellbeing coaching

    Our specialist adviser can help you with co-creating a personalised plan of action to address the barriers you may face.

  • Boosting your confidence

    Discover a range of practical tips to help you grow your self-confidence and take your career to the next level.

  • Female director at work on the set. She is leaning over to check a shot that the camera operator has set up. In the background you can see other behind the scenes equipment.

    Industry opportunities and events

    Stay updated on the latest industry opportunities, events, and networking platforms. Find out how to get involved in key film and TV events to expand your professional network and learn from peers.

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    Industry communities and peer support

    Organisations and groups that can help you build vital connections and supportive relationships.

Other support for you

  • Book a workspace at the Film and TV Charity

    Your free, professional workspace in the heart of Soho, for anyone working in the the film, TV, and cinema industry.

  • Actors from the Film and TV Charity's brand film, Break the Cycle, on set

    Mental health and wellbeing

    Our experienced and empathetic team can give you immediate advice as well as more intensive guidance, including quick access to counselling and bullying and harassment advice and support.

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