Who is behind this scheme?
Media Sandbox is managed by iShed working with South West Screen with support from South West Regional Development Agency, Business Link and Watershed.
iShed
Building on over ten years experience of creative technology projects with companies like HP Labs, iShed is a new venture by Watershed Media Centre in Bristol to support the development of the creative economy by initiating and supporting cross-sector collaborations.
South West Screen
South West Screen is the development agency for film, television and digital media in the South West of England. With an extensive Business and Skills Development programme, it aims to encourage and improve the growth and competitiveness of media companies in the region.
In association with
As part of Media Sandbox participants will receive a bespoke business support programme tailored to their needs. Read more.
Watershed
Britain’s first dedicated media centre, Watershed opened in 1982. It is housed in former industrial premises (Grade II listed) on Bristol’s waterfront and stands at the gateway to Harbourside – a major cultural, commercial and residential regeneration development in the heart of Bristol. Watershed fosters cultural exchange and promotes engagement, enjoyment, diversity and participation in film, media arts and the creative economy.
South West Regional Development Agency
The South West Regional Development Agency leads the development of a sustainable economy, investing to unlock the region's business potential. It works in partnership with public and private sector organisations and takes a long term view. It aims to drive up the region's productivity by giving people the skills they need, encouraging enterprise, improving infrastructure, regenerating places and promoting the strengths of the region.
