The Wideshot Programme
Are you a creative young individual aged 18-30 with a passion for digital storytelling and content creation? Get ready for "The Wideshot," a unique talent development initiative by GORM. A programme for ethnically diverse young adults, the Wideshot offers a series of workshops from March to May 2025, and for a lucky few, a fully funded summer residency known as The Close-Up Residency (see www.gormmedia.com/the-close-up).
🌟 What's "The Wideshot" About?
"The Wideshot" equips you with multimedia and creative skills essential for a successful career in the digital media landscape. Expect hands-on learning, mentorship from industry experts, networking opportunities and a chance to build your professional portfolio.
Key elements include:
- Community Event: Open day in March 2025
- Workshops: Interactive sessions across Ireland introducing participants to storytelling, filmmaking techniques, and creative production.
- Industry Access: Newsletter Updates on Opportunities traineeships and internships facilitated through partnerships with media organisations and community groups.
Eligibility:
The Wideshot Open Day
On March 21st, GORM welcomed applicants, alumni, mentors, and partners to Rua Red for the Wideshot Open Day — a vibrant introduction to this year’s programme.
The day featured:
- A hands-on Community Workshop with filmmaker Naima Mohamud
- A showcase of 2024’s cohort project The Curse of the Wanderer
- Inspiring insights from Wideshot alumni
- Facilitator intros and programme Q&A
- Networking over food from Mama Shee & Betelnut Café
The Open Day gave participants a clear sense of what’s ahead — while sparking meaningful connections between creatives, mentors, and the wider GORM community.
📸 Catch the highlights in our event photos library here.
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