Panel Participation: Lincolnshire Film & TV: Vision, Growth, and Opportunity

Jack Shelbourn and Rachel Scarrott were invited to take part in Panel 1: Lincolnshire Film & TV: Vision, Growth, and Opportunity as part of the third LocationLincs networking event.

Taking place in the Corn Exchange, Stamford, South Kesteven. The panel was comprised of:

• Hayley Toyne (Visit Lincolnshire / Lincolnshire County Council)
• Chelsea Foster (Creative England - Production Liaison Manager, North West & Midlands )
• Rachel Scarott (Lincoln University) Rachel Scarott Producer/Director and Film Production Lecturer, University of Lincoln
• Jack Shelbourn, cinematographer and educator. Senior Lecturer in cinematography. BAFTA albert certified sustainable cinematography researcher & Programme Leader for BA Film Production at the University of Lincoln

It was chaired by Heather Greenwood, Keal productions & LocationLincs.

The panel addressed and discussed questions around the following themes:

• Local Vision & Strategy
• Investment and Infrastructure
• Attracting Film productions
• Community Engasgement
• Case Studies of Local Successes
• Talent Pipeline in HE
• Skills development
• Work placement and industry links within HE
• Entrepreneurial support
• Retention of talent
• Collaboration and partnerships
• Marketing and identity
• Challenges and solutions
• Future growth and a final Call to action

The event was attended by local businesses, community members, and representatives from industry ranging from local to worldwide.

The event's impact was to showcase the importance of HE in building a successful Film and TV industry locally and to highlight the importance of the University of Lincoln locally and our civic mission.

About the Event:

In Collaboration with South Kesteven District Council and Visit Lincolnshire, LocationLincs is pleased to announce our third networking event!

Discover South Kesteven’s potential as a prime filming destination. This event, tailored for production companies, creative professionals, and local businesses, showcases the district’s stunning landscapes, historic sites, and modern facilities.

Connect with industry experts and discover resources to bring your screen projects to life. Don’t miss this chance to network and support South Kesteven as a hub for film and media production. Secure your spot today!​

South Kesteven District Council’s Set-Jetting project is being run by Lincolnshire County Council thanks to a grant from SKDC’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund.