Guides + Resources
Our guides and resources provide practical inspiration and support for your career in directing.
Ethics in Documentary Guide
Guiding ethical principles for documentary directors working on documentary projects
DownloadWorking With Composers Guide
A Handbook for Screen Directors working with composers in agreement with Screen Composers Guild of Ireland
DownloadCrowdfunding Guide
A Guide for Screen Directors on Crowd Funding your film/TV show
DownloadPodcast Guide
Get inspiration and knowledge from a collection of podcasts recommended by our members
DownloadScreening your work Guide
All you need to screen your film or tv show to a small or large audience in Dublin
DownloadWorking with Screenwriters Guide
A handbook for Screen Directors on the best practice for working with Screenwriters in consultation with the Writers Guild of Ireland
DownloadSocial Media Guide
Support guide on using social media for directors
DownloadUS Visa Guide
Guide for directors on getting a US Visa to work in USA
DownloadRole of Director Guide
A visual guide on the Role of Director - See competency framework for full Role of Director work
DownloadResidency Guide
We have thought of every type of possible residency you could consider as a director here. Take time out to go deep into your projects with a residency.
DownloadGuide to Social Welfare for Directors
Guide to the special scheme that acknowledges the professional status of directors applying for Jobseeker’s Allowance for SDGI Members.
DownloadGuide to Director's Corridor
A Guide to understanding Directors Corridor on Screen Ireland Productions.
DownloadConsiderations for Directors: Metaverse, AI & Blockchain
A Handbook for Screen Directors of knowledge about recent tech innovations that might be important for directors.
DownloadWorking Remotely with Editors
Best practices and tech suggestions for working collaboratively with editors in remote spaces.
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