Females in Film…We Need More of Them!

Women directors and producers are still a rare breed. It’s time we change that, so if you’ve got the talent and passion, apply for a film production degree!

Working as a film director or producer is exciting, with no two days the same and amazing opportunities to travel, as well as a chance to mingle with the rich and famous. But very few women pursue this career path, and statistics are shockingly one-sided when it comes to females in film.

While the gender gap is slowly closing in other industries, the percentage of women working on top-grossing films (not including artists) hasn't changed much over the last two decades.

In fact, the number of females in film (directors, writers, producers and cinematographers) only rose marginally from 17% in 1998 to just 21% in 2019. For two whole decades of pushing for equity and equality, that’s a disappointing figure to look at.

It’s time for a change, and we believe that accessibility to the right education and networking opportunities is key. The University of Bolton’s BA Film & Media Production course invites people of all genders, religions and backgrounds to launch a career in this global industry. 

Whether you’re male or female, here are some interesting facts and figures to spur you on!