NEVILLE KIDD
Cinematographer ASC BSC
NEVILLE KIDD
Cinematographer | ASC BSC
CenterFrame Selects
is a new, prestigious initiative
for filmmakers designed
to highlight the
next wave of storytellers.
CenterFrame Selects is a new, prestigious initiative for filmmakers
designed to highlight the next wave of storytellers.
Why this initiative?
Breaking into the film industry is challenging, and storytellers need all the support and recognition they can get. CenterFrame Selects offers filmmakers the endorsement of a respected industry professional, helping their work reach key decision-makers.
How does it work?
Cinematographer NEVILLE KIDD will handpick
FIVE STAND-OUT SHORT FILMS
from all submissions.
The chosen shorts will be revealed in a LIVE stream where he will discuss his selection.
PAST EDITIONS | LIVE STREAMS
TOP 5 Shorts & Scripts | Quick Picks
Why this initiative?
Breaking into the film industry is challenging, and storytellers need all the support and recognition they can get. CenterFrame Selects offers filmmakers the endorsement of a respected industry professional, helping their work reach key decision-makers.
How does it work?
Cinematographer NEVILLE KIDD will handpick
FIVE STAND-OUT SHORT FILMS
from all submissions.
The chosen shorts will be revealed in a LIVE stream where he will discuss his selection.
PAST EDITIONS | LIVE STREAMS
TOP 5 Shorts & Scripts | Quick Picks
DATES
TO REMEMBER
MAR 12th
End of Submissions
MAR 30th
Longlist Announced
MAY 12th
Shortlist Announced
MAY 19th
TOP 5 Live Announcement
DATES TO REMEMBER
JULY 15th
End of
Submissions
AUG 2nd
Longlist
Announced
SEPT 4th
Shortlist
Announced
SEPT 11th
TOP 5 Live
Announcement
WHY SUBMIT?
CHECK THE REWARDS
Once the TOP FIVE SHORTS are announced LIVE by Neville Kidd, each member will receive exclusive rewards to help elevate their career.
This is your chance to get noticed, celebrated and shared with key industry decision-makers.
Endorsement of your work by
Neville Kidd
Attend as a special guest at the CenterFrame Industry Showcase where we will announce your selection to Industry guests.
Each filmmaker will receive a six months free CenterFrame Pro membership. It will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive networking events and further attention in our industry network.
Promotion on our social media and our mailing list.
Once the TOP FIVE SHORTS are announced LIVE by Neville Kidd, each filmmaker will receive exclusive rewards to help elevate their career.
This is your chance to get noticed, celebrated, and shared with key industry decision-makers.
Endorsement of your work by
Neville Kidd
Attend as a special guest at the CenterFrame Industry Showcase where we will announce your selection to Industry guests.
Each filmmaker will receive a six months free CenterFrame Pro membership. It will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive networking events and further attention in our industry network.
Promotion on our social media and our mailing list.
Landing in the TOP 10 means your script is already among the best emerging talent. While only five will make the final cut, all shortlisted writers receive:
3 month free CenterFrame Pro membership, which will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive industry resources and networking opportunities.
Promotion on our social media.
Landing in the TOP 10 means your script is already among the best emerging talent. While only five will make the final cut, all shortlisted writers receive:
3 month free CenterFrame Pro membership, which will grant you access to CenterFrame’s exclusive industry resources and networking opportunities.
Promotion on our social media.
ABOUT THE GUEST CURATOR
Neville Kidd is an Emmy-winning cinematographer behind some of the most distinctive images in modern television.
His work on Sherlock, Altered Carbon, and The Umbrella Academy helped define the look of high-end series built for global audiences.
Born in Scotland, Kidd came up through documentary and factual filmmaking before moving into drama. That background shaped his instinct for story and gave him a strong sense of where to place the camera and why.
Across genres, his work stands out for clarity and control. He builds images that serve character first, while still pushing scale, tone, and atmosphere. Each project carries its own visual language, never repeating the last.
ABOUT THE GUEST CURATOR
Neville Kidd is an Emmy-winning cinematographer behind some of the most distinctive images in modern television.
His work on Sherlock, Altered Carbon, and The Umbrella Academy helped define the look of high-end series built for global audiences.
Born in Scotland, Kidd came up through documentary and factual filmmaking before moving into drama. That background shaped his instinct for story and gave him a strong sense of where to place the camera and why.
Across genres, his work stands out for clarity and control. He builds images that serve character first, while still pushing scale, tone, and atmosphere. Each project carries its own visual language, never repeating the last.
A member of the British and the American Societies of Cinematographers, Kidd brings a focused, story-led approach to every frame. His work shows how cinematography drives emotion, pace, and meaning on screen.
A NEW CHAPTER.
NOW POWERED BY
CENTERFRAME.
We’re taking THE BRITISH SHORT FILM AWARDS to the next level — with new categories, bigger opportunities, and more ways to get your work seen by the industry.
A NEW CHAPTER.
NOW POWERED BY CENTERFRAME.
We’re taking THE BRITISH SHORT FILM AWARDS to the next level — with new categories, bigger opportunities, and more ways to get your work seen by the industry.
SUBMISSION RULES
FILM LENGTH
Up to 20min (including credits)
PROJECT AGE
There’s no limit to the age of a project or film.
MEMBER AGE
Members have to be 18+ to submit.
MULTIPLE SUBMISSIONS
Yes, multiple submissions are allowed, and yes you can submit the same film or script to different filmmakers at the same time.
GENRE
All genres, including documentaries, and student films.
AVAILABILITY
Submitted films must be added to the FILMS page on CenterFrame.
Important: If you’re submitting your film to The British Short Film Awards, a festival, or a competition (like CenterFrame SELECTS), you can set the visibility to PRIVATE.
This is ideal if your film is still on its festival run. It keeps your film hidden from the community and the public, while still allowing curators, jurors and organisers to view it.
SUBMISSION RULES
FILM LENGTH
Up to 20min (including credits)
PROJECT AGE
There’s no limit to the age of a project or film.
MEMBER AGE
Members have to be 18+ to submit.
MULTIPLE SUBMISSIONS
Yes, multiple submissions are allowed, and yes you can submit the same film or script to different filmmakers at the same time.
GENRE
All genres, including documentaries, and student films.
AVAILABILITY
Submitted films must be added to the FILMS page on CenterFrame.
Important: If you’re submitting your film to The British Short Film Awards, a festival, or a competition (like CenterFrame SELECTS), you can set the visibility to PRIVATE.
This is ideal if your film is still on its festival run. It keeps your film hidden from the community and the public, while still allowing curators, jurors and organisers to view it.
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