NORTHERN
‍MADE

Northern Made is a cinematic feature documentary exploring the industries, innovators and organisations transforming Northern England’s economy and shaping its future on the global stage.

We are working with organisations across sectors including:

- advanced manufacturing
- clean energy
- life sciences
- digital and technology
- financial services
- infrastructure and property
- creative industries

We are looking for companies helping to shape the future of the region.

Participating organisations will be filmed on location, capturing:

- leadership interviews
- operations and facilities
- technology and innovation
- the people behind the business

This content will form part of the wider narrative of the film.

Depending on the package, partners will receive:

- cinematic footage of their business
- branded video clips for marketing use
- production stills and behind-the-scenes content
- inclusion in the documentary and associated promotion
- brand exposure through press and PR activity

Northern Made will be made available globally as a minimum via YouTube, supported by a coordinated promotional campaign across Northern England in collaboration with media and regional partners.

In parallel, we are actively exploring distribution opportunities with major broadcasters and platforms, including international streaming services such as Amazon Prime, as well as UK networks including ITV and Channel 4.

Our ambition is to ensure the film reaches a wide and influential audience, showcasing the North to both domestic and global markets.

The documentary is aimed at:

- investors
- business leaders
- policymakers
- entrepreneurs
- students and talent
- global audiences interested in innovation and industry

Participation offers:

- association with a landmark documentary
- high-quality cinematic content for your brand
- increased visibility and credibility
- alignment with the North’s economic story
- access to powerful storytelling assets for marketing and recruitment

The film is a genuine documentary, with full editorial integrity. Brand partners contribute to the production and feature within the story, but the film remains story-led and authentic.

We aim to make the process efficient. Typically:

- 1–2 days of filming
- coordination with your team for access and logistics
- participation in interviews

We manage the production end-to-end.

Yes — partners will receive licensed content for use across marketing, recruitment, internal communications and social media

While the production retains editorial control, we work collaboratively to ensure companies are represented accurately and professionally.

Becoming a partner on Northern Made is a simple, collaborative process designed to ensure the best possible outcome for your organisation.

Here is a broad overview of the process:

1. Initial Conversation
Book a short call with the production team to introduce the documentary and explore the options to feature your organisation.

2. Partnership Options
We will guide you through the available partnership tiers and how your organisation can feature within the film.

3. Tailored Approach
We work with you to shape how your organisation is represented, aligning filming with your people, operations and story.

4. Agreement
Partnership details are confirmed and a formal agreement is put in place.

5. Onboarding
Our team collaborates with you to plan filming logistics, locations and key contributors.

6. Production
Filming takes place on location, capturing your organisation through cinematic storytelling over one or more days.

7. Content Delivery
You receive your branded content assets, alongside inclusion within the documentary.

8. Release & Promotion
The film is launched and promoted across platforms and media networks, showcasing your organisation as part of the wider Northern story.