Screen South launches 'Music Videos in May 2026' for Kent’s musicians and filmmakers
Bringing together Kent’s musicians and filmmakers to produce a series of original and innovative music videos
Still from Jasmin Fairhall’s ‘House of Lies’, directed by Katie Bonham.
Screen South, in partnership with Seaview Studio and Folkestone Music Town, is delighted to announce the launch of Music Videos in May 2026, a creative programme bringing together Kent’s musicians and filmmakers to produce a series of original and innovative music videos.
The project is now open for applications from:
• Music artists (soloists, bands or duos) with original, rights-cleared tracks
• Video directors and filmmakers, including artists working with moving image, animation, or digital forms
Selected musicians and directors will be creatively paired to develop and produce a music video, supported by Screen South’s experienced team and the facilities at the organisation’s Digital Hub in Folkestone.
Music Videos in May 2026 aims to spotlight Kent’s diverse creative talent, encouraging cross-disciplinary collaboration and experimentation. Each music video will include a creative or digital element, whether through 360° filming, VFX, green screen, mixed media, digital compositing, VR, or other imaginative techniques.
The completed music videos will be premiered at a public screening event in May 2026 as part of Folkestone Music Town’s Music in May festival. This will be followed by wider release in June.
Call for Musicians
Screen South welcomes applications from Kent-based artists working in any genre. Musicians must submit an original track alongside a video concept that reflects their artistic vision.
Call for Directors
Directors and visual artists are invited to bring forward bold, distinctive ideas and a collaborative approach. Experience is welcome but not required as emerging talent is strongly encouraged to apply.
Still from Ashford-based Amelie Roden’s ‘Collecting Dust’, directed by Cat Davies, from 2025
Application Deadline
Applications for both musicians and directors must be submitted by:
Friday 20th February 2026 at 5pm
Full details, eligibility criteria and application links can be found on the Screen South website. Applicants are encouraged to review the requirements carefully before submitting.
