Member Benefits

Ever wished your rapidly increasing skill sets could be recognised for what they are beyond the show you’re working on? Ever wondered how you can stand out from the crowd?

The British Film Designers Guild is the industry standard-bearer of Art Department professionalism in quality and dedication to the job…and the BFDG membership accreditation sought after. So why not be recognised in your field by becoming a recognised and certified member?

Individual Member Benefits

Discover the wide range of Member Benefits on offer, including access to the BFDG Directory, regular networking events, personal accident insurance, training, discounts and more.

Community and Networking

  • Be a part of the industry’s most prestigious Art Department community and unite in excellence
  • Expand your networks by attending our in-person and online events
  • Ask or answer questions in our member only forums
  • Use the BFDG Artscenico membership, as a networking tool for local crew and intel in Europe

Recognition and Awards

  • Celebrate and recognise Art Department talent at the BFDG Production Design Awards
  • Use the initials BFDG after your name as an accredited member
  • Have access to Guild journalist requests and speaking opportunities

Professional Development and Training

  • Subsidised training courses from approved industry partners
  • Newcomer and Junior pathways, Portfolio Surgeries and CV 1-2-1s
  • Take part in our BFDG Mentoring Programme, as a mentor or
    mentee

Job Opportunities and Career Support

  • Publicise your availability through the BFDG Availability Service
  • Find out about new jobs and read our ‘Rumour Mill’ production list
  • Receive Work Alerts direct to your inbox
  • Use the free Crew Finding and Availability services

Member Resources and Services

  • Listing in and access to the BFDG Member Directory
  • Your own member profile page to reflect you and your work
  • Weekly Update email blasts to keep up-to-date with industry news and member news
  • Worldwide BFDG accident insurance cover (UK based members only. Does not apply to students or newcomers)

Discounts and Special Offers

  • Take advantage of substantial discounts at selected retailers and suppliers
  • Receive invitations to industry screenings and cross Guild events

Business and Education Partner Benefits

Community and Networking

  • Up to 3 contacts with access to our members platform to receive Weekly Update
  • Opportunity to attend all Guild events including priority access to Production Design Awards tickets
  • Access to our Member Forums
  • Access to our Member directory

Recognition and Awards

  • Use of our ‘proud partners of the BFDG’ logo on your email signature
  • Logo within all sponsor logo blocks – multi formats (Weekly Update/Newsletters etc)
  • Opportunity to vote in Production Design Awards Programme

Member Resources & Services

  • Full profile listing on BFDG website (not available to affiliates)
  • Advert and editorial in weekly member mailings when news to share (not available to affiliates)
  • Feature opportunities in the News section of the BFDG website
  • Annual feature opportunities on our Instagram page (not available to affiliates)
  • Access to list of Art Department guest speakers (Educational Partners and Affiliates)
  • Graduate showcases shared with Membership (Educational Partners and Affiliates)

Community Outreach

  • Support Guild projects with sponsorship opportunities
  • Host member networking events and showcase your business

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