It’s My Shout are pleased to announce that submissions are now being invited for the 2025/26 Documentary Scheme!
ARE YOU FROM WALES AND HAVE A STORY YOU WANT TO TELL?
It’s My Shout and BBC Cymru Wales are looking for unique stories from your area which will be produced into short television documentaries, broadcasted on BBC Wales. This opportunity is open to anyone, and everyone who believes they have a voice that should be heard.
Age and experience isn’t a barrier, we are looking for voices that are often unheard in the mainstream media.
Could it be yours?
WHAT KIND OF STORIES?
We are looking for any kind of story that relates to the rich and diverse culture in Wales. This could be a profile of a person with a story to tell. A story related to the arts & music. A story that’s local to you, and your community. We want New Voices from Wales. Your Voice. Your Story. Your Way.
HOW WILL MY STORY BE TOLD?
Each successful applicant will be provided with an industry experienced mentor who will guide you through the process of making a documentary based on your story. This could mean you work on the documentary as the Director or you may be paired with a Director that we feel is the right fit for your story. You will also be provided with a professional Producer, Production Team, DOP, Sound Recordist, and Editor to create the final piece. The shoot will be across two full days.
This opportunity is unpaid, but the costs of the film are paid for by It’s My Shout Productions.
If successful, your documentary will be broadcast on BBC2 Wales, and will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer for a whole year!
WHAT WILL I GAIN?
- You will gain vital knowledge and experience within factual entertainment!
- You will gain a BBC broadcast credit
- Your film will be shown on BBC Wales and BBC iPlayer
HOW TO APPLY?
Please submit your idea using this application form.
The deadline for applications is 15th October 2025.