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Sunrise Film Festival 2025 – Best British Short Film Nominees
As part of our sponsorship of this year's Sunrise Film Festival, we are delighted to also be sponsoring the award for Best British Short Film....
The Best Coworking Spaces in Manchester
To help creative freelancers find the best places to work in their local area, we have developed our own scoring system to rate the best...
Mode Insurance Partners With Future of Focus – A Community for Photographers and Videographers
We are delighted to announce that Mode Insurance have partnered with Future of Focus, a business mentorship community for photographers and videographers who want to...
Mode Insurance Sponsors Sunrise Film Festival 2025
We are proud to announce that Mode Insurance is an official sponsor of the 2025 Sunrise Film Festival, a one-of-a-kind celebration of independent filmmaking, held...
13 Common Myths About Public Liability Insurance (And the Truth Behind Them)
As a creative freelancer, you might assume that Public Liability Insurance (PLI) isn't relevant to you. After all, you don't run a construction site or...
How to Avoid Being a Victim of Fraudulent AV Equipment Hire
The AV industry thrives on high-quality equipment, often requiring professionals to hire specialised gear for events, productions and installations. However, with the increasing demand for...
Mental Health Resources for Freelancers: Where to Find Support
Freelancing offers incredible freedom, but it can also come with unique challenges - financial uncertainty, isolation and the pressure to always be 'on.' Without the...
25 of the Best Platforms and Festivals To Submit Your Short Film
Submitting short films to festivals and online platforms is a crucial step in a filmmaker's career, as it provides exposure, credibility and great networking opportunities....
The Art of Saying No: How to Politely Decline Freelance Projects That Aren’t a Good Fit
For small business owners, solopreneurs, freelancers and creatives, the ability to say "no" is not just a skill - it's an essential part of maintaining...