BBC names 57 companies supported through 2024 Small Indie Fund

Dreaming Whilst Black, a winner in 2022

The BBC has announced the 57 companies supported through this year’s Small Indie Fund.

Launched in 2020, the Small Indie Fund supports the growth of small independent production companies from across the UK with turnovers below £10m (US$12.6m) across drama, entertainment, comedy, factual, daytime and children’s – and this year, BBC Film.

The 2024 cohort sees the highest ever number of diverse-led producers – with 77% (44) companies having at least two individuals in specific leadership roles from one of the following under-represented groups: Black, Asian or minority ethnic, Disabled and/or Working class.

The Small Indie Fund also continues to focus support for companies based in the Nations & Regions with 67% (38) companies based outside of London, with an increase in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the West Midlands this year.

All recipients receive strategic investment and a BBC commissioning editor as a mentor to help them grow. With the inclusion of BBC Film, the companies will receive around £1.5m in total this year.

Matt Travers, head of business, TV commissioning and business development said: “We thank all producers who applied to the Small Indie Fund this year. We know it remains a challenging time for the sector, and the Fund demonstrates our continued commitment to supporting smaller producers, right across the UK.”

Companies selected for the 2024 Small Indie Fund:

Northern Ireland