Subscription to the bfi information service
Why should you subscribe to the Service?
- Quick and easy access to the biggest collection of documentation on film, television and the moving image in the UK, and one of the biggest in the world.
- An authoritative, fast service from our skilled and experienced team of researchers, who know the business, know the films and programmes and know the sources.
Who subscribes?
- The biggest names in broadcasting.
- Newspapers, magazines and publishers.
- Advertising agencies.
- Production companies - ranging from big and established to small and just starting out.
- Individual researchers, journalists and producers.
We also offer a discount service for cultural organisations and educational establishments... anyone in fact, whether in Britain or oversees, who needs quick, accurate information on film and television.
How much does it cost?
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An annual subscription to the service is £600+VAT but we understand the pressures in the media industry and can negotiate shorter-term deals to fit your requirements.
- If you are a freelancer working for a range of companies you can take out a personal subscription at the special rate of £300+VAT per year.
What do you get for the money?
- The ability to make an unlimited number of calls to our telephone information line every weekday 10am - 12 noon and 3pm - 5pm
- A direct dial number exclusive to subscribers, which is prioritised by our staff.
- The ability to request 24-hour research at a discounted rate (£65+VAT per hour rather than the standard rate of £80+VAT per hour). This is for longer requests that cannot be answered over the phone or if you require items to be sent to you.
- A free company pass to the bfi National Library Reading Room.
How do I subscribe?
If you wish to subscribe - or to find out more about the service - please contact:
- Information services
- Tel: 020 7957 4819/ 4756
- Fax: 020 7436 0165
- Contact form
Information supplied is based on the holdings of the bfi National Library and is supplied in good faith. Whilst every effort is made to ensure its accuracy and currency, we regret that this cannot always be guaranteed.
