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We support the creative sector to learn, grow and connect, driven by the common belief that we can achieve more collectively than alone.

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We forge collaborations – bringing together a community of like-minded creative businesses to promote opportunities and support sector growth.

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We encourage learning through our programme of keynote talks, portfolio review nights, community initiatives and skills workshops.

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Behind the Scenes – The Screen Industries Meetup

22nd May 2025

5pm

9pm

Nine Tree Studios, #Unit B, Brislington, BS4 3QB

    • 22nd
    • May 2025

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    17:30

    22:00

    Shaped By, Paintworks, Units 4.3-4.4, Bath Rd, Bristol BS4 3EH

    Networking

    Calling all aspiring creatives! Ready to level up your creative portfolio?

    We’re hosting an evening of portfolio reviews at our Bristol studio.

    This is an opportunity to meet like-minded people, get real feedback on your creative tinkerings & ask any burning questions to a team of working designers who’ve been where you are.

    What to expect:

    You’ll rotate through quickfire reviews with our team – Motion Designers, Graphic Designers, Copywriters, Art Directors, and more – and leave with fresh perspectives and practical feedback.

    There’ll also be time to mingle with other creatives, chat to the Shaped By team over drinks and snacks.

    What we’re looking for:
    This night’s for anyone with creative energy and something to share. Whether you’re self-taught, switching things up, or fresh out of uni.

    To apply, just:
    • Be 18 or over
    • Tell us why you’d like to come
    • Share at least three pieces of work (digital or printed – finished or in progress, all good)

    We’re not expecting perfection. So whether it’s a fully-fledged project, a work-in-progress, or even just initial concepts, we care how you think!

    • 22nd
    • May 2025

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    12.30pm

    2pm

    The Square Club, 15 Berkeley Square, Bristol, BS8 1HB

    BCI Networking

    The BCI members’ lunch is an opportunity for a small group of members to connect and exchange information about their businesses. The BCI team chair and host the session which is open to all current members.

    • 22nd
    • May 2025

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    5pm

    9pm

    Nine Tree Studios, #Unit B, Brislington, BS4 3QB

    BCI Networking

    For our next Behind the Scenes screen industries meetup, we’re focusing on skills and opportunities for people in the industry, and the challenges for finding work or moving to different sectors. The evening will begin with some casual networking, followed by a panel discussion, before we have separate breakout sessions focusing on specific challenges for different areas of the industry.

Individual & Startup

Showcase your profile, earn more, gain recognition for your work and get up to 40% off industry events.

Select membership Pay monthly

Business membership

Flaunt your work, connect with Bristol’s creative network and save on recruitment fees with free job adverts.

Select membership Most popular

Student & Graduate

Get noticed by employers, see the latest jobs and launch your career in the South West’s creative industries.

Select membership Free

“Not only is membership a great medium for attracting new talent but it acts as an invaluable professional development resource for our team through the many varied events and seminars. The creative community in Bristol wouldn’t be the same without it.”

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Andy Barnes

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