Now in its second edition following its relaunch in 2025, Industry Day brings together filmmakers, producers, writers, and industry leaders for a day of keynotes, panel discussions, and breakout sessions aimed at those working to get film and television projects made. The programme is designed around practical insight and networking, with input from award-winning creatives, production companies, funding bodies, distributors, and industry support initiatives.
”It was a huge responsibility to bring back Industry Day in 2025. I was delighted with the feedback from our guest speakers and panel members, but of more significance was the positive feedback from our delegates, it became very clear that people felt it was worthwhile attending.” Lewis Bayley, Curator of the Industry Day. "As we get closer to our second edition of the newly revitalised Industry Day, I'm aware we need to deliver another fabulous programme. Offering a substantial discount, where delegates can save £25 off the price of a pass, is our special gift to them. In return, we are asking them to trust us before we announce the full programme on 17 August. We offer the saving, and they trust us to deliver the speakers."This year, Allison Dowzell, Chair of RTS Cymru Wales, and Managing Director of Screen Alliance Wales, has boarded the Industry Day as Chair of the Steering Group.
"We are looking forward to welcoming the industry to Cardiff this October. We've also moved the event from the cinema into a local hotel. This move will allow the film festival to show more films and offer our delegates a better environment to network and do business."
Early Bird Pricing
Passes are available for a limited time at £50, discounted from the standard price of £75, representing a saving of £25. The offer closes on 17 August, when the full speaker programme will also be announced.The Industry Day Pass includes:
- Registration coffee
- Access to all keynote sessions, panels and breakout discussions
- All Industry Day film screenings
- Industry lunch
- Networking reception
- Discounted rates at a partner hotel
