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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 1d

Over the next 9 months, participants will build key skills essential to a producer’s career development & gain a comprehensive understanding of the script to screen process.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3RedZQV

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 1d

🎬 Last weekend, Screen Ireland & TU Dublin School of Media were delighted to welcome the 2025/26 cohort of the Level 9 Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Producing at the @tudublin.bsky.social Grangegorman campus.

Wishing participating emerging producers all the best as they embark on their studies.

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 2d

❗ ICYMI: Last week at the NEXUS Games Summit, IMIRT announced the six teams awarded the first stage of the Irish Games Fund.

This first-of-its-kind games fund supports independent Irish developers to validate, develop & deliver their projects.

Read more ➡️ www.screenireland.ie/news/six-tea...

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 2d

❓ Did you know that Screen Ireland provides bursary funding for screen professionals to participate in international & online skills development programmes?

Find out more about how a bursary can help your professional development. ⬇️

🔗 bit.ly/3mSIgLy

Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 3d

🌟 The next ACE Animation Special programme will take place in Dingle, Co. Kerry from 17-22 March 2026, proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland.

Experienced producers interested in developing long form/feature film animation projects are encouraged to apply.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3IfIW8v

Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 4d

Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland is delighted to welcome an increase of €2.1 million to Screen Ireland’s total budget for 2026, bringing total funding levels for the agency to €42.96 million.

#Budget2026

screenireland.ie/news/budget-...

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 4d

Interested applicants can also register for the free script development webinar & information session taking place this Thursday, 9th October from 2pm.

Register for the webinar ➡️ www.screenplayunlimited.com/12-ways-to-a...

Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 4d

✍️ The HETV Series Rewrite Programme led by screenwriter & creative consultant Emmanuel Oberg is now accepting applications!

This 2-stage programme is aimed at creative screen professionals in the process of developing or intending to develop a high-end TV series project. ⬇️

🔗 bit.ly/3KyEpP6

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 4d

Our huge congratulations to Brendan Canty, Sleeper Films and the entire team behind Irish film Christy on their nomination for the 2026 LUX Audience Award – Europe’s biggest audience film award. 👏 💚

Find out more and rate the film here 👉 www.luxaward.eu

#IrishFilm

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 4d

“Today’s #Budget2026 announcements [...] have the power to transform the Irish screen industry into a leading global production hub for creativity and innovation.”

- Desirée Finnegan, Chief Executive, Screen Ireland

www.screenireland.ie/news/budget-...

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 4d

“Screen Ireland would like to thank Minister for Culture, Communications & Sport Patrick O'Donovan + Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe for the continued recognition and championing of the Irish creative screen industries.”

- Desirée Finnegan, Chief Executive

www.screenireland.ie/news/budget-...

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 4d

⏰ The deadline to apply for this year's round of the Screen Mentoring Scheme is today, 7th October, 12.59pm!

Screen professionals with at least 3 years of full-time experience can apply for structured mentoring support from leading Irish & international industry experts.

Apply now ➡️ bit.ly/4pURx1o

Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 5d

⏰ REMINDER: Screen Ireland is offering 15 subsidised passes to Irish industry professionals who wish to attend this year’s Content London.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 8th October.

Learn more & apply: 👇
🔗 www.screenireland.ie/news/call-fo...

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 5d

His family is a gift… And the gift that keeps on giving.

Navigating solo parenting, questionable family support and a new love interest, Sam returns in Faithless Season 2 this Wednesday 8th October on Virgin Media Play and Virgin Media One.

Proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. 📺 💚

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 5d

“An extraordinary debut feature” @variety.com

Myrid Carten’s award-winning A Want in Her is in Irish cinemas this Friday, proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland. 📽️💚

🎟️ Book tickets: www.wheretowatchireland.com/movie/a-want...

#IrishFilm #ForTheStoryMakers

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IFI Schools @ifischools.bsky.social · 9d

Our Careers in Animation for students 15-19 is on Weds 15th October @irishfilminstitute.bsky.social

Meet creatives from @cartoonsaloon.bsky.social + National Talent Academy Animation

Tickets + further info: ifi.ie/learn/ifi-ca...

@screenireland.bsky.social @artscouncilireland.bsky.social

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 8d

⚡Screen Ireland is seeking ambitious creative talent to participate in the next round of the Screen Mentoring Scheme.

Emerging writers, directors, producers can apply for 1-to-1 mentoring support to further their professional development.

Apply by Tuesday, 7 October, 11.59pm ➡️ bit.ly/4pURx1o

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 8d

Using fiction to question reality. 🔍

Re-Creation is in Irish cinemas now, proudly supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland.

🎟️ Book tickets: www.wheretowatchireland.com/movie/re-cre...

#IrishFilm #ForTheStoryMakers

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 10d

📩 Want to be the first to hear about all the latest skills news, including upcoming courses, events & opportunities for screen industry professionals?

Sign up to the Screen Ireland weekly skills newsletter today to stay up to date. 🔽

🔗 screenskillsireland.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 11d

📺 Call for applications: Screen Ireland is offering 15 subsidised passes to Irish industry professionals who wish to attend this year’s @c21media.bsky.social Content London.

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 8th October.

Learn more & apply: 👇
www.screenireland.ie/news/call-fo...

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 12d

⚡ The Screen Mentoring Scheme offers screen professionals structured mentoring support at key stages in their career development.

Each year 25 selected applicants will receive structured 1-on-1 support from an assigned industry mentor over a 12-month period.

Learn more & apply ➡️ bit.ly/4pURx1o

Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 12d

“One of the most entertaining horror films you’ll find on the festival circuit this year”

@dreadcentral.bsky.social reviews Glenn McQuaid’s The Restoration at Grayson Manor, fresh from its World Premiere at Fantastic Fest. 🫳 💚

#IrishHorror

'The Restoration at Grayson Manor' Review: A Haunting, Hilarious Queer Melodrama [Fantastic Fest 2025]

‘The Restoration at Grayson Manor’ emerges from this festival season as a raucous, beautifully paced, horror-comedy romp.

www.dreadcentral.com

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 12d

❗ There are still a few placements remaining on the Beyond the Basics of ChatGPT course starting next week.

Essential for filmmakers & screen professionals who wish to learn more about & incorporate the latest AI tools into their creative workflows.

Learn more & apply ➡️ bit.ly/46aodfn

Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 12d

🍸 A night out to remember… Director Ian Fitzgibbon and the cast of The Walsh Sisters in the making of last night’s episode.

Episode 2 airs this Sunday at 9.30pm on @rteone.rte.ie.

📸 Enda Bowe

#TheWalshSisters #IrishTV

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Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland @screenireland.bsky.social · 15d

“Our film has Cork running through its veins: story, cast and spirit.” – Filmmakers Lisa Barros D’Sa and Glenn Leyburn

Saipan has been announced as the Opening Gala of the 70th Cork International Film Festival. ⚽ 💚

🔗 www.screenireland.ie/news/irish-p...

#IrishFilm

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