Pro Moviemaker January/February 2026 - Web

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CVP BACKING FOR 2026 CONTEST CVP is the UK and Europe’s go-to hub for professional video, broadcast and cinema equipment. It makes sense that such an industry heavyweight is the title sponsor of Filmmaker of the Year. Founded in 1986, CVP has become one of the largest independent resellers in the media and entertainment sector. It has a reputation for expert advice, full-service support and a huge stock of the latest cine, broadcast and mirrorless cameras, lenses and accessories. But CVP is more than just bricks-and- mortar retail. With flagship showrooms such as the central London space in Fitzrovia and booming Creator Hub, it offers filmmakers an opportunity to handle and test cameras, lenses, lighting rigs and other accessories before investing. The showroom doubles as a creative community space – hosting workshops, hands-on demos, educational sessions and networking events – so that emerging and established creatives alike can learn, test, compare kit and build strong professional relationships. CVP also provides robust support infrastructure with technical consultation, authorised repairs, used and ex-demo kit sales and hire services, giving filmmakers flexibility and peace of mind. All this makes CVP not just a supplier but an active enabler of creative ambition, so sponsoring Filmmaker of the Year is only natural. CVP likes investing in the future of the industry by helping filmmakers access, learn about and succeed with professional- grade tools and support.

HOW TO ENTER

Choose your categories and tell us your role in the production. You can enter in as many as you like, even for the same film. If the judges feel your film deserves merit in an additional category – typically a technical class for lighting, cinematography or sound – we reserve the right to do that unless you say no. Add a short explanation about the process of the shoot – any challenges, achievements or context is useful. If you need help, email our editor in chief adamduckworth@bright.uk.com with Filmmaker of the Year in the subject line. It’s fast and simple, with a deadline of 22 May 2026 , and it could put your work in front of the entire filmmaking community.

All filmmakers juggle deadlines, clients and tight schedules, so entering is deliberately easy and free. You don’t need a special showreel or a newly created film, though you’re welcome to make one. You can enter any work you’re proud of, whether it was made for a paying client, shot for a charity, created for your own portfolio, part of a passion project or only shared on your own personal channels. To enter, visit promoviemaker.net and head to the Filmmaker of the Year section. Provide a link to your film (it could be YouTube, Vimeo or a downloadable file via WeTransfer). Include any passwords if needed, and let us know if we can share the film online.

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