Summer is here, and we hope you are making the most of it! Join us for our July Crew Networking Coffee Morning in Gorey – everyone is welcome!
Details
Come along to the Hatch Lab for a coffee, a chat and the chance to catch up with fellow film, TV and creative crew from around the county. Whether you have been to our coffee mornings before or it is your first time, you will be made to feel right at home! See you there!
🗓 Date: Friday, 24th July 2026
⏰️ Time: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
📍 Venue: The Hatch Lab, Gorey (Y25 A8H2)
🏷 Entrance: Free
About
This informal networking event is open to everyone, and offers a great opportunity to meet and catch up with others working across film, TV, and the wider screen sector – from video and gaming to social media and digital content. Writers, directors, producers, creators, and crew from all departments are welcome.
It is also a chance for local filmmakers and creative talent from across the South East to connect, share ideas, and hear the latest updates from Screen Wexford, including upcoming training opportunities and local initiatives.
After a very successful 2025, we are looking forward to an even better year ahead and are delighted to kick off our 2026 crew meetups with a February Crew Networking Coffee Morning in Gorey!
Join us at the Hatch Lab for a relaxed morning of coffee, conversation, and connection with fellow local film, TV, and creative crew members. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out, we would love to meet you and welcome you into the community.
🗓 Date: Friday, 20 February 2026
⏰️ Time: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
📍 Venue: The Hatch Lab, Gorey (Y25 A8H2)
🏷 Entrance: Free
The networking event is open to anyone interested in and/or currently working in video, gaming, social media, film and TV or any screen-related industries. This will include writers, directors, producers, creators and crew from all departments. This event is an opportunity for local filmmakers and talent in the South East to meet and network while hearing from Screen Wexford on upcoming training, opportunities, and initiatives.
Join us for our September Crew Networking Coffee Morning in Gorey! Come along to the Hatch Lab for a relaxed morning of coffee, conversation, and connection with fellow local film, TV, and creative crew members.
Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out in the industry, we would love to meet you and welcome you into the community!
10.30 am – 12.30 pm
Friday, 26 September 2025
The Hatch Lab, Gorey (Y25 A8H2)
Entrance – Free
The networking event is open to anyone interested in and/or currently working in video, gaming, social media, film and TV or any screen-related industries. This will include writers, directors, producers, creators and crew from all departments. This event is an opportunity for local filmmakers and talent in the South East to meet and network while hearing from Screen Wexford on upcoming training, opportunities, and initiatives.
Join us for our May Crew Networking Coffee Morning in Gorey! Come along to the Hatch Lab for a relaxed morning of coffee, conversation, and connection with fellow local film, TV, and creative crew members. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out in the industry, we would love to meet you and welcome you into the community!
Friday, 2nd May 2025
10.30am – 12.30pm
The Hatch Lab, Gorey (Y25 A8H2)
Entrance – Free
The networking event is open to anyone interested in and/or currently working in video, gaming, social media, film and TV or any screen-related industries. This will include writers, directors, producers, creators and crew from all departments. This event is an opportunity for local filmmakers and talent in the South East to meet and network while hearing from Screen Wexford on upcoming training, opportunities, and initiatives.
Overview
Join us in person or tune in online for the final event of the ‘Remote Working in Post Production for the Future” on 28th November at the Gorey School of Art.
Meet and connect with industry leaders and creatives as they share invaluable insights into their line of work and discuss a range of topics, such as VFX, animation, editing, the future of remote work in post-production, and more!
Details
Date: Thursday, 28 November
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Venue (In-person): Gorey School of Art
Live streaming: https://screenwexford.com/live/
FREE Event – No Cost
Conference Programme:
10 AM – WFX Ireland
Guest speakers: John Kennedy and Nicky Gogan
11 AM – Independent Editors
Guest speakers: Bob Caldwell and John Phillipson
12 PM – Demo Event: Practical Applications
Guest speaker: Nick Soper
2 PM – Long Distant Relationships
Guest speakers: Laura Way and Eoin McGuirk
3 PM – Under The Hood
Guest speaker: Nick Soper
4 PM – Animation
Guest speakers: Mick Creedon and Chris Dicker
More Info
The conference host and MC on the day will be Deborah Doherty, Head of Production & Executive Producer with Windmill Lane.
This event is supported by Screen Ireland through the Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme and Wexford County Council.
This event has ended, but you can rewatch the stream below.
Overview
Introducing the presenter for our fourth and final workshop next week – Ben Foakes. Ben will explore the future of post-production houses, covering everything from custom edit packages to on-demand servers.
As remote workflows continue to evolve, we will take an in-depth look at two pioneering companies at the forefront of making decentralization a reality. Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion!
About Ben Foakes
Ben Foakes, founder and CEO at Base, has enjoyed a diverse media career over the last 20+ years, from being an editor for Formula 1, to working on Bond movies, and building and running tech services companies for global clients.
Ben founded Base in 2014, having previously run a post facility. He believed there was a better way to deliver media technology services and spearheaded cloud native media services for borderless workflow. Ben loves creating solutions, mentoring teams and building new and innovative companies.
The webinar will be hosted by Joe Rigby, Editor, Post Producer and CEO of D12 Films.
Want to Join Online?
Sign up and fill out the application form: https://is2fay1ppo4.typeform.com/to/SjMI2dvL
About the Workshop
This workshop takes place on Wednesday the 27th of November at 7pm, and is free of charge.
The ‘Remote Working in Post Production for the Future’ workshops are supported by Screen Ireland through the Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme and by Wexford County Council.
Overview
Introducing Michele Raynolds and Sinead O’Brien, the presenters of our third webinar next week! They will discuss the dynamics of job sharing and explore the key factors that influence creative careers.
Topics will include the unique needs of working parents, freelancers, and multi-disciplinary creative contractors, as well as strategies for sustainable income empowerment and the importance of mental health and self-care in maintaining a thriving creative career.
About Michelle Reynolds
Michelle Reynolds, Co-Director of ReelTime Media, started her career in Factual & Entertainment TV, working for 17 years as a Producer and Director in the UK and the US, continuing her work as the High-End TV Manager for ScreenSkills. In 2018 Michelle joined Share My Telly Job running a not-for-profit aimed at promoting job-sharing as the best way of keeping talented, experienced and diverse freelancers in the industry. Michelle is a Level 3 accredited trainer and has devised and implemented multiple job-sharing programmes across the industry. She was a founding officer of the Unscripted TV Union (part of Bectu).
About Sinead O’Brien
Sinead O’Brien, an award-winning producer, director, writer and non-fiction author with a career that has spanned over 25+ years. She has collaborated with Screen Ireland, BBC, Sky Arts, Northern Ireland Screen, Virgin, RTE, TG4, the BAI and NRK on a range of documentary films. She has co-authored two critically acclaimed non fiction books – ‘Left for Dead’ with Nick Ward and ‘Striking Back’ with Mary Manning. Since 2023 Sinead has been focusing on writing and directing drama.
The webinar will be hosted by Joe Rigby, Editor, Post Producer and CEO of D12 Films.
Want to Join Online?
Sign up and fill out the application form: https://is2fay1ppo4.typeform.com/to/SjMI2dvL
About the Workshop
This workshop takes place on Wednesday the 27th of November at 1pm, and is free of charge.
The ‘Remote Working in Post Production for the Future’ workshops are supported by Screen Ireland through the Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme and by Wexford County Council.
Overview
Meet the dynamic duo leading our second workshop at the event on ‘Remote Working in Post Production for the Future’ happening next week, and get ready to dive deep into the world of creative workflows with insights from industry experts!
Film Editors Julian Ulrichs and Mick Mahon will discuss the world of editing and the essential tools needed to master the art of filmmaking. Representing different generations and working on diverse platforms, they will share their unique creative workflows and insights on how they bring their artistic visions to life.
About Julian Ulrichs
Julian Ulrichs started off as an Assistant Editor on the Irish language drama Rasai Na Gaillimhe for TG4 and the Jack Taylor series. He then progressed to Assembly Editor on the RTE show Love/Hate. He has since edited a number of projects including Sing Street, Black 47, Modern Love Series 1, I Used To Be Famous, Kneecap, and most recently What It Feels Like For A Girl for the BBC.
About Mick Mahon
Mick Mahon has edited a host of award winning films, and his work has been screened at festivals worldwide. He is a two time IFTA winner, in 2015 for Rough Rider and in 2020 for Gaza, which was Ireland’s entry for the Best International Feature at the 2020 Academy Awards. His other credits include I, Dolours, The Queen Of Ireland, Breaking Out, Love Yourself Today, Notes From Sheepland and Nothing Compares. A new film, Bogart: Life Comes in Flashes will be released in December 2024.
The webinar will be hosted by Joe Rigby, Editor, Post Producer and CEO of D12 Film.
Want to Join Online?
Sign up and fill out the application form: https://is2fay1ppo4.typeform.com/to/SjMI2dvL
About the Workshop
This workshop takes place on Tuesday the 26th of November at 7pm, and is free of charge.
The ‘Remote Working in Post Production for the Future’ workshops are supported by Screen Ireland through the Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme and by Wexford County Council.
Overview
We’re excited to introduce our incredible workshop presenters as we look forward to next week’s events on ‘Remote Working in Post Production for the Future’!
On Monday, we invite you to join us for an engaging online workshop that will delve into effective Avid setups tailored for remote post-production environments.
Webinar host Joe Rigby, D12 Films, will talk to Nigel G Honey, Ability Academy, about the best practices and strategies to enhance your workflow while working from anywhere.
About the Presenter
Nigel G Honey has over 27+ years editing experience as a TV/Film Editor for BBC, ITV, IMG, STV, Channel 4, Channel 5 and SKY while also running video editing courses in Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere Pro and Black Magic Davinci Resolve for over 5 years all over the UK, Europe, and China.
He sees both Virtual Production and Post Production converging and teaches skills that crossover between sectors.
He founded the Ability (Post Production) Academy Ltd to bring more diversity and inclusion in post production, after having been told he would never be a Film and TV Editor with Bi-Polar and that he was the wrong ‘Type’ of person to work for the BBC. He went on to edit feature films for Aberdeen, BAFTA, Cannes, Raindance and also worked on this year’s Summer Paralympics in Paris, France.
Nigel is on the Board of Governors of the British Film Editors for Inclusion and Diversity.
Want to Join Online?
Sign up and fill out the application form:
https://is2fay1ppo4.typeform.com/to/SjMI2dvL
About the Workshop
This workshop takes place on Monday the 25th of November at 7pm, and is free of charge.
The ‘Remote Working in Post Production for the Future’ workshops are supported by Screen Ireland through the Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme and Wexford County Council.
Overview
Screen Wexford is hosting a series of online workshops and an in-house conference for ‘Remote Working in Post Production for the Future‘ from the 25th to the 28th November 2024. The workshops are specifically designed for individuals who work in special effects, film editing and sound.
Schedule
1. Monday 25th Nov 7pm – Avid Remote Workflow: Nigel Honey, Ability Academy
2. Tuesday 26th Nov 7pm – Creative Workflows: Julian Ulriches and Mick Mahon
3. Wednesday 27th Nov 1pm – Job Sharing for Post/VFX & Mental Health in Remote Working: Michelle Reynolds, Reel Time Media and Sinead O’Brien, Minding Creative Minds
4. Wednesday 27th Nov 7pm – The Post House of the Future: Ben Foakes, Base Media Cloud
Online workshops will be hosted by Joe Rigby, Editor, Post Producer and CEO of D12 Films.
The online workshops will be followed by an in-house conference on Thursday, 28th November at the Gorey School of Art featuring a panel of experts, panel discussions and a first hand look at the latest technology.
FREE Event
The 4 online workshops and participation in the conference is free of charge but registration is required.
Sign Up
To sign up, fill out the application form:
https://is2fay1ppo4.typeform.com/to/SjMI2dvL
Have questions?
Please contact us for more information by email: coordinator@screenwexford.com or call: 086 300 2709.
This event is supported by Screen Ireland through the Screen Stakeholders Funding Scheme and by Wexford County Council.
You’re invited to join our September Crew Networking Coffee Morning – this time in Gorey!
Connect with other local film, TV, and creative crew members and enjoy a cup of coffee and chats together with us at the Hatch Lab, Gorey. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey in the industry, we will be excited to meet you!
Friday, 27th September
10.30am – 12.30pm
The Hatch Lab, Gorey (Y25 A8H2)
Entrance – Free
The networking event is open to anyone interested in and/or currently working in video, gaming, social media, film and TV or any screen-related industries. This will include writers, directors, producers, creators and crew from all departments. This event is an opportunity for local filmmakers and talent in the South East to meet and network while hearing from Screen Wexford on upcoming training, opportunities, and initiatives.
Details
The National Film Academies and Screen Wexford are partnering to deliver a short cinematography course in Gorey, Co. Wexford. The 2 day course will teach the fundamentals of visual storytelling, lighting techniques, camera operation, and composition to emerging cinematographers.
Date – Saturday 8th to Sunday 9th of June, 2024
Venue – In-person at Gorey School of Art, Co Wexford
Cost – Free
Tutor – Alba Fernandez
Sign Up – at the National Academies website.
More Info
Through a combination of theory and practice, participants will learn how to maximise creativity and production values while working within the constraints of limited resources. This course aims to equip participants with the skills and mindset necessary to make their mark on the short film world and empower them to create visually compelling scenes without breaking the bank.
Participants should be at a point in their career where they have DoP’d on a funded short or are on the precipice of doing so.
For more information, and to apply, see the National Academies page on the course.
Screen Wexford will be hosting its regular crew networking event in the Hatch Lab, Gorey, on February 23rd. See the attached image for more details.
This free networking event is an opportunity for local filmmakers and talent in the South East to meet and network while hearing from Screen Wexford on upcoming training, opportunities, and initiatives. The event is open to anyone interested in and/or currently working in video, gaming, social media, film and TV or any Screen related industries. This will include writers, directors, producers, creators and crew from all departments.
Screen Wexford is a Wexford County Council initiative supported by Arts and Economic Development Departments. We aim to advance the film industry in Wexford by facilitating indigenous and international Film & TV production while supporting training initiatives that develop and grow our film community.
