Inside Pictures is looking for up to 24 ambitious executives and producers who are determined to expand their knowledge of how the international business of film really works, extend their network of high-level contacts, raise their profile and become skilled, knowledgeable and adaptable leaders.

The programme is equally suited to you whether you already work in feature films or work in an associated creative industry, such as television, have transferable skills, and are committed to a career in film.

You might be running your own company or be encouraged to apply by your employer. To benefit most from this programme you will have a minimum of five years’ proven business experience in film or a related creative industry which may include, but is not limited to, the following fields: production, development, acquisitions, directing, marketing, distribution, exhibition, advertising, sales, legal, finance.

You will need to be able to demonstrate a proven track record in your area of expertise, strong business and talent relationships, a motivation to succeed, entrepreneurial skills and a commitment to the European Film industry.

You must be a national of the UK or another state of the European Union/European Economic Area, which qualifies for Media Programme funding. For more information, go to the MEDIA Programme website and see the section called 'Participating Countries'

FULL PARTICIPANTS and LONDON PARTICIPANTS

Applicants have the choice of applying for either a Full place or a London place, or both. Where an applicant has applied for both types of places, the selection panel will make a judgement on which applicants could utilize the LA module best at this point in their career. Those selected for interview should be prepared to discuss this.

There are 16 Full Participant places and 8 London Participant places available.

The places will be allocated at the discretion of the Inside Pictures Management. For the London Participants, the usual selection criteria apply but applicants for these places may have less than 5 years experience in the film industry. The management will select London Participants at their sole discretion based on forming a complimentary group from a range of backgrounds. These participants will not take part in the LA module or the project work. The 8 London places are offered at a reduced cost (see 'How Much Does It Cost')