12pm-2pm at Solent Cinema, LT1
Discover the creative minds behind the final cut
What happens after the cameras stop rolling? From shaping a compelling story in the edit suite to coordinating complex productions and creating powerful advertising campaigns, post-production is where filmmaking truly comes together.
As part of SFW26, Solent University will host a special Post-Production Day, bringing together four industry professionals to share their experiences, creative insights and career journeys.
Offering a fascinating look behind the scenes of film, television and commercial production, the event is an opportunity for students, emerging filmmakers and film enthusiasts to discover the skills, collaboration and creativity that go into bringing stories to the screen.
Meet the Guest Speakers
Iain Kitching – Film & Television Editor
An award-nominated editor with more than 20 years of industry experience, Iain Kitching has worked across feature films, television drama and documentaries. His impressive credits include Netflix’s The Swimmers, My Brother the Devil, Unicorns, Gangs of London and Formula 1: Drive to Survive.
His work on The Swimmers, directed by Sally El Hosaini, earned him a nomination for Best Edited British Drama at the British Film Editors Awards. Throughout his career, Iain has collaborated with leading industry figures including Danny Boyle and Hans Zimmer.
Find out more: https://www.iainkitching.com/
Sara Hutchinson – Assistant Editor
Sara Hutchinson is an experienced editor and assistant editor with more than 17 years of experience creating content across different formats. A Solent University alumna, Sara brings a particularly inspiring perspective for students hoping to establish careers in post-production.
Her credits include work as an assistant editor on the second series of the acclaimed BBC prison drama Time, supporting editor Alex Mackie. The series received a BAFTA nomination for Editing: Fiction. More recent credits include Renegade Nell and the Iris Affair.
Find out more: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm12395490/
Stephen Walsh – Post-Production Coordinator
Stephen Walsh has built an impressive career working across major film and television productions, with credits including Solo: A Star Wars Story, Dumbo, West Side Story, Pillion and Santosh.
His career has taken him through a variety of technical and creative roles, from digital film technician and dailies operator to assistant editor, visual effects editor and post-production supervisor.
Find out more: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9596573/
Akash Beri – Marketing, Advertising & Commercial Editing
Akash Beri is a creative editor working across advertising, branded content, promotional films and digital media. Also a Solent University graduate, Akash has developed a varied portfolio combining visual storytelling with the fast-paced demands of commercial production.
His work includes projects for brands and organisations such as Suzuki, Target Darts, Southampton Boat Show and Deliveroo, alongside independent creative projects and short films.
Find out more: https://www.akashberi.co.uk/
Explore the Industry Beyond the Camera
From award-nominated feature films and major television productions to commercial campaigns and digital storytelling, SFW26 Post-Production Day will shine a spotlight on the talented professionals whose work often happens behind the scenes.
Whether you’re considering a career in editing, interested in the technical and organisational side of filmmaking, or simply curious about how films are completed, this event offers an opportunity to learn from those working in the industry.
Join us at Solent University for a day of industry insights, creative inspiration and conversations about the future of post-production.
