About the course
In the competitive film industry, networking is a crucial skill often overlooked by newcomers. The Power of Networking: Working the Room is an immersive three hour workshop designed to help professionals elevate their networking abilities.
This course emphasises that success in the industry is not just about what you know, but who you know. By mastering the art of networking, you’ll learn how to maximise your connections and opportunities, making it easier to navigate the professional landscape and achieve your career goals.
Who should take this course?
This workshop is ideal for anyone looking to build a successful career in the film industry, from aspiring filmmakers to seasoned professionals. Whether you’re new to the industry or already established, this course is perfect for those who want to refine their networking skills and strategically connect with the right people.
What you’ll learn
This engaging workshop includes lively group discussions, exciting games, and hands-on activities. You’ll participate in real-world scenarios, practicing your networking skills through practical application. Networking, like any skill, improves with practice, and this workshop ensures you’ll be ready for any opportunity that comes your way.
In this workshop, you’ll focus on key aspects of professional networking, including:
Etiquette Mastery: Learn the subtle, unspoken rules of professional etiquette that are essential for successful networking in corporate and creative settings.
Strategic Networking Techniques: Develop actionable strategies to make meaningful connections and navigate professional spaces with confidence.
About Darren MurphyÂ
Darren Murphy is an Olivier Award Nominated producer and writer who in 2014 founded his production company Making Productions.
He has gone on to produce bold new writing and existing work in new and exciting ways to engage and entertain audiences. Combining newly discovered talent with experienced collaborators, partner organisations and other producers, the aim is to extend the scope of creativity in the performing arts. Darren is passionate about exploring relevant and current work for education and community organisations for the betterment of all and is unique in this practice by championing Women, BAME and LGBT+ creatives.
Julie Bevan –
It was an informative and entertaining evening with a good friendly atmosphere. The points made were ones to hold on to and remember when networking.
BradeD (verified owner) –
Really informative and useful class. Highly recommended.
Michelle Darkin Price (verified owner) –
Very useful, suitably practical. Many thanks. Michelle
Nick Cox –
A great session. Truly valuable insights, whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned networker. Darren really made the session come alive. I’m not shy at introducing myself but felt much more focussed on how to create opportunities to meet and get the best from meeting industry colleagues.
Gary Hudson (verified owner) –
Useful. I’ll never be as dynamic as Darren but he gave us some good advice. Time and money well spent. Always good to spend time with other optimistic filmmakers.
Mukesh Gadhvi (verified owner) –
The session was very informative and entertaining.
Darren was extremely good and highlighted many important aspects of networking that I had never thought of. The session was a good mix of information and practice. I would highly recommend this course to all film makers.
Graham Lewis (verified owner) –
Really useful and practical advice for anyone who wants to improve their networking skills. Has made me a lot more confident in attending networking events.
Sally Horan (verified owner) –
Excellent course – just what I needed pre Cannes. Highly recommend.
Tobias Creed (verified owner) –
Very informative and practical-based workshop that gets you involved quickly and consistently. Will definitely help to prepare you for further interactions.
Igor Ismail (verified owner) –
Very good course! helped me a lot as an actor starting working in the industry! thank you very much!
Stefan Lukacs (verified owner) –
Very insightful and packed with positive vibes! Highly recommended!