The Developing Room is a creative club for filmmakers, built around monthly programming designed to bring people together through talks, screenings, and in-person gatherings.
Founded in 2021, it has become a space where filmmakers come together to connect, share work, and stay close to the industry.
Through its programme, The Developing Room has brought together thousands of filmmakers, alongside supporting a slate of independent films including 3 features and 7 shorts. These projects have screened at over 30 festivals, including BAFTA, BIFA, and Academy Award accredited festivals such as Raindance Film Festival — where Breakwater was the most nominated film of 2025 — as well as Carmarthen Bay Film Festival, Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival, and others.
Alongside the programme, members gain access to a range of opportunities — from on-set trainee roles with partner production companies to funding, resources, and collaborations that emerge from within the Room.
In 2025, Developing Room Films was launched as the production arm of the company, focused on delivering ambitious, industry-facing work with experienced teams and professional standards.
The Developing Room continues to grow as a space where filmmakers meet, collaborate, and stay close to the work and the people shaping it.
Harvey John
Founder, CEO
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Emma-Kate Barry
Managing Director
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Libby Gervais
Industry Workshop
Coordinator
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Priya Giga
London Events Manager
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Alicia Chiles
Manchester Events Manager
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Benedict Hutchinson
Manchester Brand Ambassador
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Afton Murdoch
Glasgow Events Manager
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Mourad Kourbaj
Glasgow Events Assistant
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Shayna Langford
Outreach Manager
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Holly Fry
Cardiff Events Manager
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