10 November 2026
Social purpose broadcaster Together TV just launched a new edition of its BAFTA-winning documentary fund. This year, the initiative will fund and support five new filmmakers in the creation of short documentaries telling the stories of the people, places, localities and legends of the West Midlands.
Are you a West-Midlands based, working-class, first-time director working in film, TV or video and have a short, inspirational documentary story that needs to be told? Then, don’t miss this opportunity!
Each selected filmmaker will get:
£20,000 funding
an experienced industry mentor and a named Together TV production contact
full support throughout the production, editorial and compliance process
practical training across different areas such as contributors, budgeting or filming
a West Midlands premiere in 2027, nation-wide Together TV broadcast, streaming and film festivals exposure
ownership of your final product: a completed short film that can act as a calling card for future commissions
The deadline to submit your film is Tuesday 15 December 2026 at 12.00pm (noon), so head over to Together TV’s website to get started!