New Producers

New Producers’ is a paid training opportunity for early-career film curators.

The programme aims to reduce the barriers to entry to Scotland’s film exhibition sector. Since 2020, New Producers’ has offered a pathway into film exhibition for early-career curators and programmers.

Ingrid Mur for Glasgow Short Film Festival 2024

Each year, four New Producers’ design, curate and deliver film screenings in partnership with a host organisation.

Previous host organisations have included: Alchemy Film & Arts, Glasgow Short Film Festival, Dundee Contemporary Arts, Scottish Queer International Film FestivalTake One Action!Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival and Scottish Documentary Institute.

Previous editions

Over 20 New Producers (formerly, ‘New Promoters’) have completed the programme to date. They have worked on programmes such as:

Explore previous New Producers’ events:

New Producer Olivia Knight presents their event at Macrobert Arts Centre

How to get involved

The next iteration of New Producers will open in 2026.

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Opportunities

Opportunity: Host a New Producer

Apply to host a New Producer to support emerging film exhibition talent.

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Event

FHS x Creative Glasgow: Member meet-up

  • Date

    27th August 2026

  • Time

    18:00

We're teaming up with Creative Glasgow to discuss the future of film exhibition in the city.