Blackpool Filmmaking Club

Welcome to Blackpool Filmmaking Club!

Come join us at Aunty Social for a creative day dedicated to all things filmmaking. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, our club is the perfect place to meet like-minded individuals, share ideas, and collaborate on film projects.

At Blackpool Filmmaking Club, you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills, gain hands-on experience, and maybe even discover your inner Spielberg.

This club is designed for passionate filmmakers aged over 16 years who are eager to develop their skills and connect with like-minded peers.

Attendees will have the opportunity to collaborate on a short film or documentary, starting with concept development and progressing through each stage of the filmmaking process.

Together we will explore pre-production planning, hands-on experience with Netflix-approved equipment during production, and post-production editing using industry-standard software. The final stage will focus on distributing the completed project, helping participants build a professional showreel and gain valuable real-world experience.

So bring along your creativity and get ready to make some movie magic!

• Refreshments will be provided – hot/cold drinks and snacks including vegan options.
• Please note that lunch is not provided. you are welcome to bring food or head out to one of the many local cafés and shops.

• Event lasts 6 hours
• Ages 16+

About the club host

Sessions will be facilitated by Blackpool-based filmmaker Ben Kirk. Ben is a graduate of Blackpool & the Fylde College BA Filmmaking and is currently undertaking studying for his Postgraduate Certificate in Education. Ben has worked on BFI Film Club and BFI Film Academy Blackpool and specialises in cinematography, editing and technical skills.

Ben particularly enjoys making music videos and has worked with Auger to create the experimental music video Nothing Left , the Blue Carpet Band, Rat Fink Jr (best known for Alien Sex Fiend, UFX and Vince Ripper and the Rodent Show) and the Boneyard festival. and Blackpool Comedy Festival. He has drawn influences from the work Shawn ‘clown’ Crahan, Rob Zombie, and Tim Burton to developed his signature dark visual aesthetic.

More recently Ben has been developing promotional videos for theatrical productions, such as Black Liver’s Deviled Eggs and Blackpool Comedy Festival.

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ACCESS

Important physical access info:

Please note that this session is upstairs. We are in the process of installing a lift, however due to unforeseen delays this is now due to be completed in summer 2025, but could change. The event space is up a single flight of 14 steps then you go around the corner and there are two small steps. Once you’re upstairs there’s a loo. You shouldn’t need to come downstairs for anything until the end of the activity.

If you can’t do the stairs and need to be on the ground floor, please let us know 10 days before the session and we will move the activity.

You can

• Email us using the ‘contact organiser link; or
• Send us an SMS text/WhatsApp message on 07957 602790.

If you have additional access needs (e.g. large print, BSL interpreter, level access) please let us know by emailing (using the contact organiser button/link) or sending us an SMS text/WhatsApp message on 07957 602790.

GETTING HERE

• Tram & Train to Blackpool North Station
• Bus: No 6 or 18 to Topping St., No 3, 3a, 5c, 6, 18 to Church St (Stanley Buildings), No 5, 5a, 5b, 6, 7a, 14 to Talbot Rd
• Driving: The closest pay and display car parks are on East Topping St and Talbot Road multi storey. There is also parking at the nearby Sainsbury’s supermarket, please make sure that you check the terms before you use the car park.