April Newsletter
Welcome to Screen Alliance Wales April Newsletter:
After another busy month here at SAW, we are pleased to bring you another round up of all our news and updates. Firstly, if you haven’t done so already, we would like to encourage you to create a profile on our website (here). This is an incredible place to showcase any credits, skills, and links to previous work. It also keeps you up to date with all vacancies that we advertise and automatically signs you up to our newsletter. If you already have an account on our directory, do make sure to keep all your details updated with you most up to date information.
Vacancies:
As always, we would like to start off by highlighting all the opportunities that are currently available over on our vacancies page. This is regularly updated, so make sure to keep checking the page on our website here. With more roles available before, now is such a great time to explore the varied roles that are on offer to join the booming Film and TV industry in Wales.
The following vacancies are available on our website:
Bad Wolf are seeking an Edit Trainee
Bad Wolf:
Season 2 of Doctor Who has burst onto our screens, delivering epic adventures through time and space with the incredible Ncuti Gatwa as The Doctor and the brilliant Varada Sethu as Belinda Chandra, the newest addition to the Who-Family! Haven’t joined the adventure yet? Don’t worry! You can catch up on the first three episodes right now on BBC iPlayer or Disney+. But that’s not all—this Saturday, the journey continues with a brand-new episode, live on BBC One or available on-demand on BBC iPlayer.
In other Who news, the incredible Graham Norton steps into the world of Doctor Who for an out-of-this-world Interstellar Song Contest. And let’s face it—could it even be a song contest without him?
A huge round of applause to our incredible colleagues at Wolf Studios Wales for earning an ‘Excellent’ rating in the Albert Studio Sustainability Standard! They’re not just creating amazing TV—they’re doing it responsibly! That’s not all. Wolf Studios has also ranked 6th out of 31 studios internationally and achieved the coveted ISO14001 certification, becoming (we believe!) the first UK studio to meet this rigorous environmental management standard.
This is a phenomenal achievement, and we couldn’t be prouder. Well done, Team Wolf!
Bad Wolf’s very own Gabriella Ricci and Chan Chau took the stage at BAFTA Cymru’s BAFTA Guru Live Cymru session, ‘The World of Production’. They offered an exclusive glimpse into the magic of creating High-End Television, with a special focus on the vibrant industry right here in Wales.
Facilities by ADF:
Facilities by ADF is proud to reaffirm its place in the BAFTA Albert Supplier Directory—the industry’s trusted guide to sustainable suppliers. This recognition highlights the team’s ongoing efforts to champion environmentally conscious practices in film and television production.
Facilities by ADF have also been featured as the Platinum Partner of the Month by The Production Guild of Great Britain. The case study showcases the team’s pivotal role in Guy Ritchie’s upcoming project, Young Sherlock. This feature highlights ADF’s dedication to excellence, innovation, and sustainability on set. Don’t miss the full story!
Real SFX:
Real SFX officially listed as a 2025 BAFTA albert supplier We’re proud to share that Real SFX has been officially included in the 2025 BAFTA albert Supplier Directory. This recognition underlines our commitment to sustainability across all areas of our work, from renewable energy at our Cardiff HQ to greener on-set methods. As demand for low-carbon, environmentally conscious production grows, we’re proud to be leading the charge in the SFX world - proving that bold, explosive action and sustainability can go hand-in-hand.
HAVOC hits Netflix!
After much anticipation, Netflix’s No.1 action film HAVOC has finally landed - and shot straight to the top of the Global Netflix Movies chart in less than a week. We were thrilled to attend the cast and crew premiere in Cardiff earlier this month. Directed by Gareth Evans and starring Tom Hardy and Forest Whitaker, HAVOC was filmed largely in Wales, with all practical effects delivered by the Real SFX team - from explosive shootouts and bullet hits to atmospheric tension and full-throttle action. A huge well done to everyone involved in bringing this incredible production to life - a brilliant showcase of Welsh talent and a proud moment for the local film and TV industry. The response has been phenomenal, with critics praising the gritty realism and impact of the SFX throughout.t.
KIT4CREW
A quick reminder about our award-winning sustainability initiative, KIT4CREW. Designed to tackle industry waste, the scheme collects clean, good-condition workwear from productions and redistributes it to crew who need it - helping reduce waste and promote circularity on set. Want to get involved?
Email us at [email protected] to request a bin onsite or access available kit. We’re always looking for support and donations!
Cardiff Commitment:
The Cardiff Commitment Curriculum Team has successfully delivered another fantastic project supporting the Welsh Curriculum at Willows High School. Fully funded by Into Film, the initiative brought the Iris team on board to guide learners in turning their artistic visions into reality. As part of the Every Child a Filmmaker scheme, students received expert support in brainstorming, storyboarding, scriptwriting, camera operation, sound recording, and editing. This hands-on experience not only nurtured their creativity but also equipped them with invaluable industry skills.
Panalux:
Panalux UK are proud to announce that we are featured in the @WeAreAlbert Suppliers Directory! This directory highlights our commitment to sustainability, and we are excited to be part of a community that is driving positive change in the TV and film industry. Check out the directory to see how our offerings can help make your production more sustainable: https://wearealbert.org/search-suppliers/
A Night to Remember at the RTS Cymru Awards 🌟🏆
What an incredible evening celebrating the very best of Welsh talent! Our My Community, My Story teams shone brightly, with both being nominated, and ‘Back to Bute’ taking home the win in the student: Factual Short Form category. Huge congratulations to both cohorts—this is a truly remarkable achievement, and we couldn’t be prouder! We were also honoured to sponsor the ‘Rising Star’ award, which we were thrilled to present to one of our very own former trainees, Jack Carey. Jack, we are incredibly proud, and we can’t wait to see what’s next in your already brilliant career.
SAW and Doctor Who Series 2 🎬✨
As the brilliant season 2 of Doctor Who returns to our screens, the team at SAW is celebrating some truly impressive achievements behind the scenes. Here’s what we’ve been up to:
586 Studio Visits 🌟
78 Work Shadowing Placements 🛠️
12,520 Face-to-Face Outreach 🤝
5 Trainees Welcomed to the Team 🌱
3,853 Digital Outreach 💻
EU Ambassadors Visit to Wolf Studios Wales
This month, we had the pleasure of hosting the EU Ambassadors alongside Bad Wolf in Wolf Studios Wales. The visit was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the Welsh film and TV industry, and the incredible talent based here in Wales. We also highlighted the impactful work being done by Screen Alliance Wales, including our trainee programs, outreach initiatives, and more. A big thank-you to all who visited—we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Industry Insight Day:
This month, we threw open the classroom doors to welcome 16–18-year-olds for an Industry Insight Day. The event was packed with exciting hands-on workshops, career talks, and a networking session featuring industry professionals like BBC, Screen Skills, and It’s My Shout. Thank you all for coming, it was an excellent day!
SAW x RIDM Forum
Screen Alliance Wales are proud to announce they are collaborating with Forum RIDM, offering a lucky Wales based Director/Producer duo with a feature length documentary with the development of their project. Find out more below: https://www.screenalliancewales.com/ridm_saw
Pen y Bryn: Film Skills Screening A huge thank-you to the Film Skills team at Pen y Bryn for inviting us to Odeon Swansea for a special screening of their latest project, Spider-Man: Begins, alongside Danygraig Primary School's Blast from the Past. Both films were a testament to the creativity, dedication, and hard work of everyone involved. It was great to see all the skills learnt in their Film Skills sessions on the big screen. Congratulations to all who took park in these fantastic projects—you’ve truly outdone yourselves!