Created by crew, for crew

Filmbase is a crew-run platform and was created by a group of Art Department and Set Decoration crew working in film and HETV. It was initially born from the success of the Graphics Union, which united Graphic Designers in the industry. Seeing how the Graphics Union brought people together, we teamed up with Set Dec United to build something just as valuable for other departments — and that’s how Filmbase came to life.

We’ve built Filmbase to be the go-to place for crew members across the UK, helping you connect with the right people, find jobs, and crew up for your next project. Our unique Job Alert system is quick and easy to use, whether your a Head of Department crewing up for your next production, or you're a crew member looking for your next job.

Which departments do we cover?

Right now, we support crew who work in the Art, Set Decoration, Drapes, Props and Prop Modelling departments, and we’ve got big plans to include more departments soon. 

Support for crew

We also run monthly webinars, free for members; we keep our members updated with the latest industry news and advice; we have WhatsApp groups for different areas of the industry; we put on in-person networking events; and we co-hosted the first ever Set Dec Summit in 2023. 

Since our launch in September 2020, Filmbase has grown quickly. Our members include many of the leading HoDs in the UK, as well as people who are straight out of university courses and are looking for opportunities. We now have over 2,400 members and have sent out more than 1,300 Job Alerts (the equivalent of almost one per day, despite the pandemic and the strikes of 2023), helping crew to find work and HoDs to find the right talent.

Whether you're just starting out or you’re well-established in your career, our aim is to support you. 

As crew members, we know first hand that the industry can have its ups and downs, and we’re here to help you navigate it.