Netflix, in partnership with the Production Guild of Great Britain (PGGB), has announced a new training programme aimed specifically at deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent accountants looking to build careers in film and television. The year-long initiative, fully funded for five participants, combines five weeks of classroom learning with hands-on placements on Netflix productions, offering trainees a direct path into future industry roles. Applications close on 4 November 2025, with the course beginning on 25 February 2026.
The scheme builds on a programme first launched by PGGB two decades ago, with Netflix joining as a partner in 2018. Since then, graduates have worked on major productions such as Bridgerton, Supacell, and My Oxford Year. Organisers say the 2026 intake reflects a renewed focus on creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce, ensuring that underrepresented groups have clear opportunities to step into Assistant Production Accountant roles.
Support will also be provided by Access All Areas, a creative organisation that mentors people with learning disabilities and autistic individuals. Alumni of previous cohorts have praised the course for providing vital contacts, knowledge, and access to an industry that can otherwise be difficult to enter. Many have gone on to work on both independent projects and large-scale productions.
Industry leaders describe production accountants as central to the smooth running of film and TV projects, yet acknowledge that these roles have lacked diversity. By opening doors to new talent, the scheme aims to create a more inclusive pipeline of professionals, while strengthening the finance side of production for years to come.
