
TRANS STORIES FUND 2025
Bristol Production Van's new fund for Trans writers and filmmakers is now open for applications. Selected stories will win 3 days of free hire of our Base Production Van - including a cinema camera, lenses, lighting, audio and more.
The Process
1 / Read our Fund FAQs
Click here to be taken to them. They cover who can apply, what's included, what projects we're looking for, and more. Please make sure you read them and understand the fund before applying.
2 / Apply
Use our form to give us as many details as you're comfortable sharing about your project. Your data will be held securely, and will be deleted once the Fund is over. If you'd like to apply anonymously, you can.
3 / Schedule (if successful)
The first successful project will be chosen on 19/05/25. From then on, Trans Stories Fund will be an ongoing fund, subject to our discretion. This means projects will be considered case-by-case, with decisions taken 2-4 weeks after application.
Frequently asked questions
Please read through all questions before applying.
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Can't find what you're looking for? Contact us here and we'll be happy to answer your question.
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What's included in Bristol Production Van?That depends on your Package. In the Base Production Van Package, you'll find kit like the Canon C70 Cinema Camera, the DZO 20-55 T2.8 Cinema Zoom Lens, KNOWLED's MG1200Bi - a massive 1400W of bi-colour LED goodness - plus a whole range of lighting, lenses, audio, grip, camera support, power, storage, communications equipment and much more! The Base Package is curated by experts to meet the needs of smaller, low-budget Film, TV, Corporate and Live Event sets - without sacrificing quality or budget. Prices start at just £695/day for a limited time only - get yours now! Bristol Production Van is also proud to offer our "Upgraded Production Van Package" - a curated collection of the best filmmaking kit, delivered to your set in our Cart-Based Production Van. Highlights include a choice of award-winning Cinema Cameras for your A-Camera (ARRI Alexa 35, ARRI Alexa Mini LF, Sony FX9/FX6, RED Komodo, Canon C500 Mark II and the Canon C70), the ARRI M40 HMI, Lightbridge CRLS, a wide range of LED units from Aputure, monitors from SMALLHD, additional grip & camera support, generators & e-generators, plus everything included in the Base Production Van. If you need to wow a client, or want limitless shooting options on your set - this is the package for you. Also available through Bristol Production Van is a limited set of one-off Kit Hires. While we're able to offer the best value-for-money in our Production Van Packages, we also want to help filmmakers who aren't quite at that stage yet. You can find the smaller Kit Hire packages via Fat Llama or by emailing us at contact@bristolproductionvan.co.uk.
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Why go with Bristol Production Van?We're not your usual rental house. Bristol Production Van is an all-in-one service that saves you time and money. We deliver professional, high-quality gear - such as cameras, lighting, grip, tripods, power, lenses and more - to your set, in our cart-based Production Van. We include a driver and a gear technician in all orders - and we're able to source additional crew from our talented roster of freelancers. If you're looking for a reliable, cost-effective way of sourcing your production needs, Bristol Production Van is for you. Our in-house kit offers unbelievable value for money on all your filming essentials, and we're able to source and deliver kit from 3rd party vendors. We encourage you to reach out and let us know what you're working on - we believe in supporting indie productions, without the Hollywood price tag.
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Do you offer Production Van Hire in London?We do! We've just launched London Production Van - a London-focused offshoot of Bristol Production Van, with the same ethos - providing Hollywood level filmmaking equipment, without the Hollywood price tag. You can check out London Production Van to hire award-winning Filmmaking Kit, like Cinema Cameras, Lighting, Audio Equipment, Tripods, Monitors, Gimbals, Dollies, Grip and more - all delivered to your set in a Cart-Based Production Van, saving you time and money. Like us, London Production Van offers two curated Production Van Hire Packages - the Base Production Van Package, and the Upgraded Production Van Package. Both feature award-winning filmmaking equipment, with Kit Lists designed to offer you maximum flexibility on set - no matter what you're filming.
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Does Bristol Production Van only operate in Bristol?Bristol Production Van operates nationally. Our creative hub is based in Bristol and we're passionate about the city and its filmmakers. Have a shoot that requires to be constantly moving or shooting abroad? Let us know, we'd love to hear about it.
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Do Production Vans come with a driver?Yes, our Production Van hire fee includes a trusted driver and a gear technician. They'll be around to help with any questions, issues or advice throughout your shoot.
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Are you hiring?We're actively seeking to add more crew to our trusted list of professionals that we recommend to our clients. Tired of agencies taking excessive commissions? If you'd like to be considered, please drop us a message on Tabb or email us at crew@bristolproductionvan.co.uk.
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I want to make a film. Can you help?Sure. Contact us and we'll get you on your way.
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Do you offer dry hire?Our focus is providing the best service and value for money as an all-in-one solution, with driver and gear technician included. However, we do occasionally offer dry hire of our kit - please get in touch and we'll see what we can do.
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How do I book Bristol Production Van?You can book us by selecting one of our packages (and any add-ons) here.
Interested in joining the Fund?
We're looking for Cast, Crew and Suppliers to join us in standing with trans filmmakers and film lovers. If you're willing to partner with us and donate your time, expertise, money or equipment, please email us via TSF@bristolproductionvan.co.uk.