SchemeOverview
The Pact Indie Scheme in Scotland has been running since 2017 and is supported by Screen Scotland.
It is aimed specifically at entry-level diverse talent, both graduates and non-graduates.
Participants undertake a paid eight-month placement with an independent production company, providing them with the opportunity to develop their talents in a thriving business environment.
In addition, each participant is partnered with a senior-level mentor from within their company, and receives bespoke training from ScreenSkills, the NFTS and BECTU Vision in areas such as copyright, storytelling, and camera operating.
Indie SchemeCompanies
These are the independent production companies who were involved in the most recent edition of our Scotland Scheme.
[The Pact Indie Scheme] allowed us to meet and hire brilliant talent on our own doorstep, and provided a vital route in to TV for those under-represented in our industry.
Pact’s collaboration with Screen Scotland [on the Pact Indie Scheme]... helps to make Scotland one of the most diverse and rewarding places to have a career in the screen industry.
Alumni
Case Studies
Haider Al-Shybani
Haider took part in the 2019 edition of the Pact Indie Scheme in Scotland and is now working as an Assistant Producer in documentaries and specialist factual.
Alex Barker
Alex took part in the 2022 edition of the Pact Indie Scheme in Scotland and is now working as a Production Trainee in TV drama and film.