In this talk we'll discuss the ins and outs of applying for the BFI Film Fund along with how to utilise government funding to obtain further investment both through crowdfunding as well as private investors. This talk will zoom in on specific strategies of applying for government funding, and zoom out on the overall strategies that will make your entire fundraising a success. About Gannesh Rajah: Gannesh has a commercial insight, a deep understanding of branded content, shaping projects for top-tier clients across multiple industries, including: Universal Pictures, Netflix, Google, YouTube, Spotify, Sky 1, E4, AMC, CBS Networks. Recognised for a unique point of view combined with a vast knowledge of and passion for the Film & TV industry. He has been named one of Sheffield Doc/Fests 'Future Producers', awarded the prestigious Doc Society Fellowship, and was recently accepted onto the BFI Network Insight Programme as well as BFI NETWORK x BAFTA Crew 2021.