The Client
Influence the powers that be to change society.
Interlink supports individuals, communities and organisations to work together to make a positive impact on the life of people who live and work in Rhondda Cynon Taf. Interlink is a charity and a County Voluntary Council (CVC) covering RCT as part of a Third Sector Support Wales, a Wales-wide network.
Background
Telling stories is at the heart of what we do.
We were approached by Interlink RCT in November 2020 to shoot a film about a local community project that had been helping people with food parcels and emotional support through lockdown. On the back of that they commissioned a series of community films that would highlight some of the great work these groups have been and continue to do across the South Wales Valleys.
Output
It’s been an inspiration and a privilege to bring these stories to life
We have now created five films for Interlink since that first commission back in November 2019 and continue to develop more projects with them.
It’s been an inspiration and a privilege to bring these stories to life over the last 12 months, showcasing the great work they do and helping them secure more funding which allows them to be there for those most in need.
There is nothing flashy about these films as the strength of the stories and the people involved do all the heavy lifting for us. These films are all about people - how we conduct ourselves and make people feel comfortable is just as important as how we point our cameras.
The greatest news we could have wished for is that one of the projects (The Lighthouse) has now secured a 10K grant after using our film as part of their application for funding. Filming these projects isn’t about them wanting a pat on the back, but it helps demonstrate what they do and how people may help and support them in the future.
"Richard and his team from start to finish were everything we could've wished for. From a random conversation (the patience this man has is amazing!) through to the end product; it was professional, attentive and flexible.
His genuine interest in understanding the project so that he capture's everything you want to show in a small film is quality. Would highly recommend."
Julie Edwards
Community Advice Team Leader, Interlink RCT
