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The ICO is the national organisation for the development and support of independent film exhibition in the UK. We bring the widest range of film to the widest range of audiences.

We work in association with independent cinemas, film festivals, film societies and industry support organisations.

Our main activities are:

- Providing a programming advice and bookings service 

- Training in topics such as programming, marketing and audience development for professionals working in independent cinemas and film festivals

- Distributing films and touring programmes of films that would not otherwise get a national release in the UK 

- Supporting the exhibition of artists' moving image in cinemas

- Offering a consultancy service.

Our website contains information, resources and useful contacts for the film industry: www.independentcinemaoffice.org.uk 


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Cultural Cinema Exhibition course

The Independent Cinema Office presents

 

Cultural Cinema Exhibition

 

This course has been running in the UK for eleven years and is now open to participants from across Europe. It offers the opportunity for staff of film festivals and cinemas to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding of the business of film programming. The course is taught by a wide range of experts from across Europe working at the forefront of the film industry.

 

Who is the course for?

 

  • Programming, marketing, education and operational staff of cinemas, film festivals and mixed arts venues
  • Film society organisers
  • Freelance programmers
  • Support and funding organisations
  • Distributors wanting to gain a better understanding of the exhibition sector
  • Cinema or festival volunteers looking to develop their career.

 

What does the course cover?

 

  • Introduction to distribution and exhibition: how films reach the screen
  • Programming independent cinemas, film festivals, TV and non-theatrical venues
  • Screening archive films, shorts and artists’ moving image
  • Broadening audiences: children and young people, disability and cultural diversity
  • Marketing and PR for specialised film
  • Rights and formats

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    How much does it cost?

     

    €725 for fees only / €1,704 including 13 nights’ accommodation. Scholarships are available if you or your organisation cannot cover the cost.

     

    Find out more

     

    http://www.independentcinemaoffice.org.uk/training-2010-culturalcinemaex...

     

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