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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Announcing CEO and co-founder of Dogwoof Anna Godas as the 2026 Grierson Trustees’ Award recipient (sponsored by BBC) Recognising individuals who have made a significant contribution to the documentary genre. Read more griersontrust.org/about-us/news/ann…

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Applications are open for our latest #GriersonDocLabDevelopment partnership with Netflix and with support from ScreenSkills Deadline to apply is Thurs 5 Nov 5pm 📅 Find out more and apply at 🔗 ow.ly/bzNV50ZSwqK

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Thanks to category sponsors All3Media, Analogue, BBC, Broadcast International, Channel 4, ENVY, Netflix, Sky Documentaries, Televisual And to supporters British Council, The Farm, National Geographic, Realscreen

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony on 10 November at the Roundhouse, London. Secure your ticket now griersontrust.org/grierson-awa...

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The 2026 #GriersonAwards nominations – in association with All3Media – are now live! Find out which four documentaries made it to the final round in this year’s awards competition across 16 categories bit.ly/4yA6Vna

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

The #GriersonDocLab: New Entrant trainees have completed their official training, attended Sheffield DocFest & started production company placements. We took a look back on their training weeks to see what stood out for them. griersontrust.org/about-us/news/gdl…

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

After revealing the 2026 longlist for the #GriersonAwards, we took a look at the credits to see which of our #GriersonDocLabAlumni worked on productions that made it. No less than 18 previous trainees featured! 🔗 griersontrust.org/about-us/news/alu…

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Our latest cohort of Grierson DocLab: New Entrant trainees were treated to a top-notch career advice session from the wonderful Kimberly Godbolt of Talented People this week. Thank you Talented People for supporting Grierson DocLab! griersontrust.org/grierson-doc...

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

The 2026 #GriersonAwards longlist is revealed – in association with All3Media Celebrating the best of the documentary genre, the awards spotlight UK and international productions across 16 categories 💫 bit.ly/4fmrmvU

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Next up for the #GriersonSessions... 💻A masterclass from award-winning documentary directors on how they developed their craft & career - supported by Stern & Wild 🤝 A #CareerClinic opportunity with a Grierson Trustee 📎More #CVClinics with the team Learn more & apply🔗 bit.ly/4azIkpw

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

We're so pleased that #GriersonDocLab Alum Amy Sargent has been selected amongst just five projects for the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund. Read more about the project and others selected about.netflix.com/en/news/netflix-a…

A photo of Amy Sargeant and Gabriella Cavanagh in front of a Netflix Documentary Talent Fund step and repeat board.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

This @sheffdocfest.bsky.social was one to remember! A big thanks to everyone who spoke with our #GriersonDocLab New Entrant trainees, connected with alumni and caught up with us at our DocLab dinner. Until next year <3

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

We are delighted to be heading to Sheffield DocFest this year – as sponsors of the opening night drinks for #100YearsOfDocumentary and because so many #GriersonDocLabAlumni will be at the festival Read more & see you there! griersontrust.org/about-us/news/202…

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

The 2026 #GriersonAwards deadline is fast approaching🏆 Submit your #Documentaries & #FactualProgrammes across 16 categories. Deadline: 11.59pm, Friday 22 May Enter now 🔗 bit.ly/4b4ELGN #Grierson #BritishDocumentaryAwards in association with All3Media

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Announcing the launch of the #GriersonPercyDocGrant A finishing fund for UK doc filmmakers & production companies, it offers 2-3 grants of £10-25k each & is open to docs & series about political/international crises📹 Deadline 5pm BST, 30 June 🔗 bit.ly/4wdTHvY

Blue, white and black graphic with text that reads: Grierson Percy Documentary Grant. Apply Now. Documentary filmmakers can now apply for grants of up to £25k to complete their film or series covering political and/or international crises.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Wishing #SirDavidAttenborough – Grierson Trust Patron & winner of numerous Grierson Awards for his astounding body of work – a very happy 100th birthday. This special birthday coincides with the 100th anniversary of John Grierson using the term “documentary” to describe film.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

We're happy to reveal the 12 #GriersonDocLabNewEntrants trainees for 2026 🌟 Thank you to Headline Sponsors National Geographic, supporters Banijay UK and all the production companies supporting the programme this year. 🔗 bit.ly/48BXbhT

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

We're happy to open registrations to the first two online #GriersonSessions & another Talent Exec Meet! Masterclasses – booking open 🖥️ Meet the Talent Execs – registrations live (deadline 6 May) 💻 🔗 bit.ly/4azIkpw

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Interested in being part of the British Documentary Awards judging process? You can register to be a reviewer or juror for 2026 now griersontrust.typeform.com/GA26Judg… The 2026 #GriersonAwards are in association with All3Media.

White text on blue background: Register to Judge. Complete the form to register your interest in being a juror or reviewer for the 2026 Griersons

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Thanks to category sponsors All3Media, BBC, Bleeding Fingers Music, Broadcast International, Channel 4, ENVY, Netflix, Sky Documentaries & Televisual ✨ And to supporters BritishCouncil, The Farm, National Geographic & Realscreen We couldn't celebrate the best of docs without you! 📺

Blue background with Text: “With thanks to our sponsors and supporters” with logos: All3Media, BBC, Bleeding Fingers Music, Broadcast International, Channel 4, Envy, Netflix, Sky Documentaries, Televisual, British Council, The Farm, National Georgraphic & Realscreen.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

The 2026 #GriersonAwards are now open for entries🏆 Submit your #Documentaries & #FactualProgrammes across 16 categories. Deadline: 22 May 2026 Find out more & enter 🔗 bit.ly/4b4ELGN #Grierson #BritishDocumentaryAwards in association with All3Media

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

We're delighted to launch the first of our #GriersonSessions celebrating 100yrs since Grierson coined the term "documentary”. CV Clinics for mid-career freelancers – bookings open 📎 Meet the Talent Execs – registrations live (deadline 13 Mar) 💻 🔗 bit.ly/4azIkpw

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

This Sunday marks 100 years since #JohnGrierson coined the term "documentary" To celebrate, we'll be rolling out free programmes for freelancers, including CV surgeries, talent manager meetings, career clinics & masterclasses Register for updates🔗 griersontrust.typeform.com/100YearsDocs

a black and white photograph of John Grierson, wearing a suit and glasses, sitting in an office/library and looking away from the camera.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

We're thrilled that our former chair, Lorraine Heggessey has been honoured with special recognition from the Broadcast Awards for her contribution to documentary and television. It could not be more well deserved 🏆 Congratulations Lorraine! www.broadcastnow.co.uk/winners/spec...

Sylvia Bednarz, Lorraine Heggessey and her daughter Leneke at the 2026 Broadcast Awards

Lorraine Heggessey on stage at the Broadcast Awards

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Your documentary filmmaking career could start here 👇 #GriersonDocLab New Entrants offers training, paid placements, mentors and more to kick-start your journey in factual filmmaking 📽️ Find out more & apply by 19 Feb 🔗 ow.ly/y2hR50Y87hv Supported by National Geographic

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

We’re so proud that two of our Grierson DocLab: Editing alumni have been out at @sundance.org Festival in Park City – attending with their fellow film teams behind selections for the iconic festival’s programme.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

The group were also treated to a post-production talk and edit suite visit at Clear Cut Pictures (thank you as ever, Rowan Bray for your support!) to solidify their knowledge of post workflow, a visit to film restoration company R3Store Studios, and...

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

the group saw an incredible variety of carefully catalogued historical records and archive processes to enhance their knowledge of this crucial area of documentary filmmaking...

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Last week our Archive Producer trainees were treated to tours, workshops and sessions with brilliant archives in and around London. From the Imperial War Museum and Shutterstock through to the BFI National Film Archive...

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Always loved documentaries? Want to work in the industry, but don’t know how to get started? 📺 #GriersonDocLab New Entrants could be for you. Get training, placements, a mentor & more. Learn more and apply by 19 February 🔗 bit.ly/4oR3a7x Supported by National Geographic

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Miss our #GriersonDocLab New Entrants webinar this week? You can catch up on the recording now & read answers to questions from the session. 🔗https://griersontrust.org/about-us/news/2026-gdlne-webinar-recording/

A screenshot of trainees and Grierson staff on a zoom call.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Want to know more about our #GriersonDocLab New Entrants training? Join us Mon 19 Jan, 6pm to meet the team & trainees from last year. Bring your questions for the group! Register 🔗 bit.ly/GDLNE26Zoom Closed Captions included.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Late last year the #ArchiveProducer trainees were fully inducted into the #GriersonDocLab network, completing their training and coming along to the Grierson Awards ceremony ✨ Read all about their experience of the programme so far 🔗 ow.ly/zRAZ50XSxU7

A group shot of the trainees and Grierson team outside.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

#GriersonDocLab New Entrants trainee Ollie took part in the programme in 2025 & completed his placement at Candour where he's still working now! Find out more about his experience griersontrust.org/about-us/news/oll… The 2026 scheme is now open for applications. Deadline 19 Feb

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

#GriersonDocLab applications are open! 📹 with support from National Geographic and Banijay UK If you're aged 18-25, UK-based, love all things #Documentary & #FactualTV and want to work in the industry, then we'd love to hear from you. Deadline 19 Feb bit.ly/4oR3a7x

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

November was a packed month for our #GriersonDocLab #NewEntrants #ArchiveProducer & #Development trainees who made the most of the autumn networking opportunities generously offered by our industry supporters. Huge thanks to all of our partners for generously supporting DocLab💙

Grierson DocLab trainees stood in front of the Grierson Awards press boards

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Yesterday we celebrated our recent Grierson DocLab: New Entrant cohorts with a special industry luncheon. Colleagues from across the documentary industry, Grierson Trustees & New Entrant groups gathered to network and commemorate the trainees’ progress so far on the programme 💙

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

The director of the Best Single Documentary – Domestic winner, Elizabeth Sankey had some beautiful words to share about the power of vulnerability amongst the documentary filmmaking community. Congratulations to Elizabeth and the team for Witches being crowned winner.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

The first editor to take home the Grierson Trustees’ Award – Rupert Houseman 🌟 Hear Rupert's speech about how vital it is for humans to tell human stories, to being excited about the future of docs, even despite the current challenges.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Nearly a week on from the 2025 #GriersonAwards, and we’re reliving some of the magic 💫 Mina Smallman, mother of Bibaa and Nicole had some powerful words for the documentary makers in the room about continuing to tell important stories.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

The 2025 #GriersonAwards official photographs are here 📬 Take a look at winner portraits plus snaps of nominees, guests, presenters and more here 🔗 bit.ly/4po4r6S 📸 Credits: Victor Frankowski & Mike Massaro

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Thank you to our headline sponsors All3Media and to all our sponsors and supporters See the full list of winners: griersontrust.org/about-us/new...

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Congratulations to all of the #GriersonAward winners on Tuesday evening 🌟 Thank you to our host Rachel Parris for expertly leading the proceedings and to the Roundhouse for providing a beautiful environment to celebrate the wonderful nominated and winning documentaries 🙏

A photo of the team behind Bibaa & Nicole: Murder in the Park, winner of the Grierson Award for Best Crime and Justice Documentary and Best Documentary Series.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

The 53rd annual British Documentary Awards ceremony takes place tomorrow! The event is now completely sold out. We can’t wait to welcome all guests to celebrate the best of documentary from the past year.

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Wondering where to watch all the fantastic #GriersonAwards nominees👀? We’ve got you covered! Information on where UK audiences can catch up on the films is available on our website griersontrust.org/about-us/news/202…

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

We’re delighted to announce comedian, actor & presenter, Rachel Parris, as the 2025 #GriersonAwards ceremony host 💫 Taking place next Tues 18 Nov at the Roundhouse, you can still book tickets – but hurry, spaces are limited! 🎟️

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

We were thrilled to gather all the 2025 #GriersonAwards nominees last week at a drinks reception generously hosted by Channel 4 Join us 18 Nov for the ceremony, where we’ll reveal the winners across all categories 🔗https://griersontrust.org/grierson-awards

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The Grierson Trust @griersontrust.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Tickets to the #GriersonAwards are still on sale ! Book now & join us on Tuesday 18 November at @roundhouseldn as we reveal the winners across all categories 🏆 🎟️ bit.ly/3K8WR0I

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