Talks – ID#1 – Getting into Film with The Mark Milsome Foundation

This special session shines a spotlight on the Mark Milsome Foundation and its role in nurturing emerging talent behind the camera. Producer Zara Trott and DIT Jake Bentley (a recent grant recipient) will present 1–2 short works and share their experiences breaking into the film industry. They’ll discuss the challenges faced after graduation and the strategies that helped them gain a foothold.
The Mark Milsome Foundation was created in memory of camera operator Mark Milsome, who tragically died during a stunt shoot in 2017. The charity promotes safer working practices on film sets, offers training, and supports new filmmakers through grants, mentorship, and access to industry pathways.
Duration: Approx. 60 minutes
Location: This talk will take place at the Duke Street lecture theatre of Norwich University of the Arts.
- Friday 17 Oct 2025
- Expired!
- 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Cinema City
- St Andrews St, Norwich NR2 4AD
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Talks – ID#1 – Getting into Film with The Mark Milsome Foundation

- Friday 17 Oct 2025
- Expired!
- 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Cinema City
- St Andrews St, Norwich NR2 4AD
This special session shines a spotlight on the Mark Milsome Foundation and its role in nurturing emerging talent behind the camera. Producer Zara Trott and DIT Jake Bentley (a recent grant recipient) will present 1–2 short works and share their experiences breaking into the film industry. They’ll discuss the challenges faced after graduation and the strategies that helped them gain a foothold.
The Mark Milsome Foundation was created in memory of camera operator Mark Milsome, who tragically died during a stunt shoot in 2017. The charity promotes safer working practices on film sets, offers training, and supports new filmmakers through grants, mentorship, and access to industry pathways.
Duration: Approx. 60 minutes
Location: This talk will take place at the Duke Street lecture theatre of Norwich University of the Arts.
Talks – ID#1 – Getting into Film with The Mark Milsome Foundation

- Friday 17 Oct 2025
- Expired!
- 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Cinema City
- St Andrews St, Norwich NR2 4AD
This special session shines a spotlight on the Mark Milsome Foundation and its role in nurturing emerging talent behind the camera. Producer Zara Trott and DIT Jake Bentley (a recent grant recipient) will present 1–2 short works and share their experiences breaking into the film industry. They’ll discuss the challenges faced after graduation and the strategies that helped them gain a foothold.
The Mark Milsome Foundation was created in memory of camera operator Mark Milsome, who tragically died during a stunt shoot in 2017. The charity promotes safer working practices on film sets, offers training, and supports new filmmakers through grants, mentorship, and access to industry pathways.
Duration: Approx. 60 minutes
Location: This talk will take place at the Duke Street lecture theatre of Norwich University of the Arts.