Media Trust

Coming soon: NEW Media Trust Films and The Mercers' Company films! 🎬   Over the last few years, we've been partnering with The Mercers' Company through their #FunderPlus, initiative to produce powerful short films that highlight the inspiring work of their grantees. These #MediaTrustFilms projects have not only captured the 20 charities incredible stories but have also gained industry recognition - winning and being nominated for prestigious awards, such as the Smiley Charity Film Awards and the Third Sector Awards.   Now, we're thrilled to reveal ten more charities we'll be working with in the coming year: 🔵 African Community School 🔵 Auditory Verbal UK 🔵 Chickenshed Theatre 🔵 Company Three 🔵 Home-Start London 🔵 Newham All Star Sports Academy — NASSA 🔵 Peeple 🔵 Read for Good 🔵 Write Back 🔵 XLP 

Closing soon: Be part of the Media Trust team 📢 We are looking for a dynamic and proactive Programme Manager with a track record of effective project management, who is passionate about improving media representation. Applications close Tuesday 18 February: https://lnkd.in/gu7KQ_37 #CharityJobs

Media Trust Films is hiring! 📢   We're looking for a new Executive Producer to help us create even more award-winning charity films in 2025! 🎥🌟     #MediaTrustFilms creates powerful films that showcase the impact of grassroots organisations by matching charities looking for a short film with directors looking to use their skills and time to give back.     Many of our films have been recognised for their creativity and high production values at the Creative Circle Awards, Smiley Charity Film Awards, Big Syn Sustainability Film Awards and Third Sector Awards.    We are looking for an experienced Executive Producer to manage the production from start to finish of a portfolio of approximately 12 projects. Each 2-3 min film will be made by a different volunteer director. You will be responsible for ensuring the films are delivered on time, on budget and are of a high quality.   We're looking for: 🔵 Experience of creating high-quality short-form content 🔵 Self-starter 🔵 Excellent planning and project management skills Apply by 11pm on Sunday 2 March: https://lnkd.in/eFkm9T9k

We are thrilled to confirm that a record-breaking 19 of our #MediaTrustFilms are finalists at the Smiley Smiley Charity Film Awards #CFA25 🏆     Huge thanks to everyone who voted - we're so proud of the charities and their volunteer directors! 💛    These projects were supported by the amazing The Mercers' Company, John Lyon's Charity, Santander UK Foundation, City Bridge Foundation, Criminal Justice Alliance and the Crucible Foundation.     Find out more about the films below:    🔵 Blueprint for All, directed by Ramzey Sabbagh:  https://lnkd.in/gjK_v8Zt  🔵 Body & Soul Charity, directed by Will Dennies:  https://lnkd.in/ggR-X-uy   🔵 CLPE (Centre for Literacy in Primary Education), directed by Sherice Griffith:  https://lnkd.in/gAKcBnEm   🔵 Coram Beanstalk, directed by James Webber & Georgie Beattie:  https://lnkd.in/eVtEjkrq   🔵 Ealing Anchor, directed by George Magner:  https://lnkd.in/gm53_SbH   🔵 FairChecks, directed by Jordan Pitt:  https://lnkd.in/gZPSYfHT   🔵 The Fatherhood Institute, directed by Katie Moriarty Hopper:  https://lnkd.in/ec3Shh2Y  🔵 Give a Book, directed by Davy Lazare:  https://lnkd.in/gAcaFaRR  🔵 Housing Matters, directed by Elle Dimond:  https://lnkd.in/eQUu5ue3   🔵 JE Delve, directed by Davy Lazare:  https://lnkd.in/g5WMxKtw  🔵 SPECTRA, directed by Tegan James & Anna Ramm:  https://lnkd.in/gMREGXhY  🔵 Spitalfields City Farm, directed by James Webber:  https://lnkd.in/gH6gmqHD  🔵 Street League, directed by Darius Norowzian:  https://lnkd.in/eu-tMnWb  🔵 Transform Drug Policy Foundation, directed by Daniel Agha-Rafei:  https://lnkd.in/ghWjYezP   🔵 Upcycle, directed by Joe Simmons:  https://lnkd.in/gnJVt3Yv  🔵 Why me? UK?, directed by Nick Alexander:  https://lnkd.in/gUdHRZjn  🔵 Young Camden Foundation, directed by Rob Ball:  https://lnkd.in/g7bHbUnF  🔵 Young K&C, directed by Shauna Paul:  https://lnkd.in/gzVveQH3  🔵 Youth Sport Trust, directed by James Arden:  https://lnkd.in/e3EtTgYP The winners will be announced at the ceremony on Thursday 20 March, please keep fingers crossed for our films! 🤞🏿

There's just one week left on our flash sale, don’t miss out! 🚨 We are offering 15% off a bespoke comms training session. All you need to do is quote JANUARY15 when booking your session in before the end of March 2025. This offer ends Friday 21 February: https://lnkd.in/ezf8ZadN

Stop fake news before it spreads! 🦠 Misinformation moves fast - but your charity can be one step ahead. In our latest guide, digital doctor Janette Ballard (Be Smart Cookie Ltd) shares how pre-bunking can stop fake news in its tracks. Learn how to build a strong defence and keep your cause protected! Read now on our Resource Hub: https://lnkd.in/eKbEfh5h

This Wednesday: Finding Your Perfect Volunteer Opportunity webinar 📢 Join us from 10-11am, as we team up with Skilling Time to teach you more about skilled volunteering and how you can invest your time in a cause that counts. Sign up for free: https://lnkd.in/gQbEduS2

Are you ready to be #MatchedByMediaTrust? Find meaningful ways to make a difference through our Volunteer Platform. Share your skills with the causes you care about the most! Register now: https://lnkd.in/eeCfw2UN

Check out our NEW Bespoke Communications Training Guide 🌟 Every charity is unique, with its own goals and challenges. Our training is designed specifically for the sector, tackling real comms issues and opportunities. We get what you need, because we’ve supported hundreds of charities - and we’re one too! Why train with Media Trust? 🔵 Up-to-date training 🔵 Tried and tested experts 🔵 Flexible locations and group sizes 🔵 Low-cost/no-cost solutions 🔵 Specialists in intersectionality and complex issues Our most popular bespoke training topics include: 🔵 Media interviews 🔵 Communications strategies 🔵 Social media 🔵 Storytelling 🔵 Filmmaking and editing Enquire today - it’s quick and easy! Learn more in our new Bespoke Communications Training Guide: https://lnkd.in/ezf8ZadN

ONE WEEK TO GO 📢 Are you looking to learn about skilled volunteering and how you can invest your time in a cause that counts? Then join our free 'Finding Your Perfect Volunteer Opportunity' webinar with Skilling Time, on Wednesday 12 February, to find out more! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gQbEduS2