Filmmakers Wanted For
Documentary Scheme
FilmOffaly is pleased to announce the launch of a new documentary mentorship scheme which offers budding filmmakers from Offaly the chance to learn on the job and gain a professional credit for their CV.
Successful applicants will receive training in all aspects of film documentary production, giving them the knowledge, experience and confidence to work on a paid placement on a new documentary commissioned by FilmOffaly.
The final product of this programme will be a short professional documentary film, length 20 minutes or under. This will be an inclusive work made by a minimum of four Offaly filmmakers, under the mentorship of an experienced production company.
Situated in the heart of Ireland, Offaly boasts a unique landscape, good road and rail infrastructure and plenty of experience and enthusiasm in hosting film productions. We are delighted to welcome your crews here.
Offaly boasts some amazing and atmospheric locations, including 22 monastic sites and approximately 90 castles, as well as typical Irish towns with plenty of character. The north eastern part of the county is situated within the commuter belt of Dublin with the southern and western parts bordering the Slieve Bloom Mountains and the Shannon River.
FilmOffaly is Offaly's Film Commission and a project of Offaly County Council. Up and running since 2008, we are one of the first local film offices in Ireland, and our annual Film Award is now in its fifteenth year. We are cofunded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the EU Just Transition Fund programme 2021-2027.
