We are BAFTA – a world famous independent arts charity. Supporting careers, driving progressive industry culture, celebrating excellence and inspiring the future of film, games and TV is what we do.

Uniquely positioned to support three core pillars of the screen industries we empower and advocate for creative talent at all stages of their careers. The only arts charity convening more than 12,000 extraordinary global members to create a thriving community of film, games and TV professionals. We are proud to champion talent, help lay the foundations for industry change and recognise exceptional storytelling.

What does BAFTA stand for?

BAFTA – the British Academy of Film and Television Arts.

What we do

A leading force in UK culture, and global champion of creative talent for more than 75 years, we have a rich cultural history. We convene the screen industries, and drive the progress that is needed on accessibility, inclusion and sustainability in the screen arts. Watch our video to find out more:

How are we delivering change?

  • By recognising and celebrating outstanding storytellers of our time, and the craft that goes into making the films, games and TV shows with our world-famous awards
  • By working to remove barriers to opportunity so all talented people feel empowered to enter the industry, carve out the careers they aspire to, and have their work seen and recognised for its artistic merit
  • By encouraging talented creatives and practitioners from underrepresented groups to join BAFTA, vote in our awards and become industry leaders
  • By delivering programmes that create opportunities to share industry expertise democratically and enable everyone to access the insights they need to progress their career
  • By showcasing and supporting the diverse range of talent in film, games and TV with year-round activities ranging from BAFTA bursaries and career development opportunities to an extensive calendar of screenings and events
  • By championing and inspiring talent wherever it resides with our global headquarters in London and offices in Cardiff, Glasgow, New York and Los Angeles
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Sustainability on and off screen

The creative industries have a vital role in creating a sustainable future. That's why the team at BAFTA albert works across TV and film to reduce the environmental impact of production. And encourages the creation of content promoting public action against climate change.

The albert team works in collaboration with production and creative teams across the screen industries to create change. From online measurement tools and training to practical guidance, thought leadership and events, we have lots to help you on your journey to net zero.
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Our Purpose

Enrich the cultural landscape. Level the playing field. Drive progress. Inspire and celebrate.

Our Mission

We champion creatives and practitioners in film, games and TV, regardless of their background or life experience. We provide community for our members, and we strive for progressive industry and cultural practices. We recognise exceptional storytelling through our awards.

Our Vision

The screen arts thrive at the heart of our cultural landscape and people from all backgrounds thrive in the screen industries, bringing rich, more diverse stories for us to celebrate.

Software that works with you

We all know that our increasingly digital world comes with challenges, but BAFTA Media Technology is here to help. We simplify complex workflows inherent in running awards, scholarships and membership events. How? By building and licensing sophisticated software that will streamline all those time-consuming manual processes.

Our suite of software delivers BAFTA's awards and events and we also license to other high profile clients in the creative industries. If you're in need of software products to deliver excellence in your awards, scholarships or membership events management, see what we have to offer.
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