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30th March
to 10th September
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Emerging: The Making of a Collection

30th March to 10th September
A student-led documentary capturing emerging designer Kit Giroux as he conceptualises, sources and produces a collection for Manchester Fashion Week 2026. The film explores the creative process, personal sacrifices and business realities behind building a fashion brand in Manchester.

Project Title: Emerging: The Making of a Collection Organisation: Manchester Fashion Week

Collaborator: Manchester Metropolitan University / Manchester Fashion Institute

Filming Period: April – September 2026

Screening: Manchester Fashion Week 2026 (9–11 September) Subject: Kit Giroux from The Great British Sewing Bee

Overview

Manchester Fashion Week is commissioning a student-led short documentary following Kit Giroux’s journey as he conceptualises, sources, designs, and produces a collection for Manchester Fashion Week 2026.

This film will document the lived reality of an emerging designer: the creative process, the challenges of recognition, the emotional investment, and the business realities behind building a fashion brand.

The documentary will premiere during Manchester Fashion Week 2026, with potential for earlier broadcast consideration. This is not simply a fashion film – it is a structured narrative piece rooted in authenticity, craft, and Manchester soul.

Creative Direction

The documentary should:

● Follow a clear narrative arc (idea → development → obstacles → refinement → runway)

● Capture the intricacies behind sourcing, making, and production

● Explore the tension between creativity and commercial survival ● Highlight the life of an emerging designer seeking recognition ● Weave Manchester’s identity, resilience and cultural heritage throughout Tone: Intimate, honest, cinematic, grounded. Length: 10–15 minutes (final edit).

Student Roles Available

1. Director (Lead Role)

● Develop narrative structure and treatment

● Conduct interviews

● Oversee creative vision and story arc

● Liaise with MFW production team

Ideal for Fashion students interested in Film Production, Documentary Filmmaking, Media students.

2. Cinematography Team

● Capture studio process, sourcing journeys, fittings and behind-the-scenes moments

● Develop visual language reflecting Manchester’s industrial and cultural identity

Ideal for Fashion students interested in Film, Media Production, Creative Cinematography students.

3. Editing & Post-Production

● Shape story in post

● Create cohesive pacing and emotional rhythm

● Integrate archive, music and titles

● Prepare broadcast-ready final cut

Ideal for Fashion students interested in Post-Production, Editing, Digital Media students.

4. Producer (Research & Narrative Support)

● Develop interview questions

● Research contextual themes (Manchester textile heritage, emerging designer statistics, fashion economy)

● Support story structure development

Ideal for Fashion students interested in Fashion Communication, Journalism, Cultural Studies students.

What Students Will Gain

● Real-world documentary production experience

● Broadcast-quality portfolio piece

● Direct collaboration with a nationally recognised designer

● Screening at Manchester Fashion Week 2026

● Industry exposure across fashion and media

● Professional credits

Deliverables

● 10-15 minute documentary film

● 60-second teaser trailer

● Short social cutdowns (30 seconds)

● Behind-the-scenes stills

Participants should submit an Expression of Interest including:

  • CV or Portfolio
  • Short Statement (max 300 words) outlining why this story resonates with them and the role they are applying for
  • Any relevant showreel links

EOIs must be submitted via RISE by Sunday 22nd March at 12pm.

Associated Badges:

In A Nutshell...

  • Collaborate... with a professional designer and a small student production team to document the development of a Manchester Fashion Week collection.
  • Develop Film Skills... by gaining hands-on experience in documentary storytelling, filming, interviewing and editing.
  • Work on a Live Industry Brief... commissioned by Manchester Fashion Week 2026 and following designer Kit Giroux.
  • Build Professional Experience... contributing to a film that will premiere during Manchester Fashion Week.
  • Earn up to 320 Rise points ... which can be recognised within your degree.

Schedule

  • call_split 30/03/26 to 10/09/26
    Work on a Live Manchester Fashion Week Film Project
    Gain real-world experience working on a live creative brief, documenting the journey of a designer preparing a collection for Manchester Fashion Week while developing storytelling, collaboration and production skills.