Lights, camera, action - Nottingham helps to upskill China's filmmakers

The University of Nottingham has delivered a project aimed at upskilling professionals working in China's screen industries. Last year, China overtook the United States as the world's largest cinema market in terms of the number of films it screened. However, despite the rapid growth of China's screen sector, there is a shortage of people with the skills needed to support and expand the industry globally. The University of Nottingham pilot project, which was funded by Prosperity Fund China, was designed to develop China's screen industries talent and create opportunities for UK-China collaboration. Based on work with a network of 30 UK and Chinese universities, it was discovered that 'screenwriting' and 'innovation' skills are in high demand. A global mind-set - It was acknowledged that China needs talent with a 'global mind-set and local knowledge'. It also called for an integrated approach for the industry and education providers to work together in this sector.