I have been a member since 2017, and have definitely been making the most of it ever since! I’ve attended a wide range of events and courses, many of which are free or discounted with membership.  Through these events I’ve met many friends and collaborators who I have now made films with.  The Director’s Foundation Certificate and other courses were excellent too, I learnt loads and it’s all helping me take my career to the next level! 

James Skinner is a London-based director.  To see a selection of his work here.
You can email James at james@skinnerfilms.co.uk and follow himon Instagram @jamesskinneruk

Being from a council estate, the film and TV industry can seem like a million miles away and an impossible business to infiltrate. 

A Raindance membership has allowed me to rub shoulders with industry professionals and obtain a contact list full of their emails and phone numbers. 

This would not have been possible without a Raindance Membership. So, I would say that Raindance, as a resource, is brilliant…
… or, as we would say from the council estates… “Raindance is proper, proper… init mate”

– Shane Salter Writer, director, producer, performer of working-class comedy.

I arrived as a complete rookie to film making 3 years ago. As a Raindance member I found courses on all aspects of filmmaking, a professional film school, independent film festival and platform for networking and making connections with other filmmakers all under one roof. Since joining I have completed an MA in screenwriting and completed one short film now being screened at film festivals. Most important for me-a new group of friends😊”
Barbara Vonau – screenwriter

Raindance membership gives me free access to the monthly networking sessions, where I’ve made great contacts. Plus free tickets to events like Elliot’s 99 Minute Film School and discounts to screenwriting, producing and directing courses and the annual Film Festival, with two weeks’ worth of screenings and events. I’ve learnt a lot. And winning the pitching competition four times has really helped me make progress. Raindance is a great place!
John Parker, Script editor, screenwriter

Joining Raindance changed my life for the better. In concrete terms, one of my novels (set in India) is being considered for film development, and my career has expanded to include screenwriting for TV and film. But on a deeper level, I feel heard, having found my tribe of inspiring creatives. This has made me braver, more fulfilled, and more excited about my career. I just wish I’d joined sooner.
Lucy Beresford; broadcaster, novelist, and screenwriter