British Academy of Film and Television Arts Annual Report & Accounts 2018
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BRITISH ACADEMY OF FILM AND TELEVISION ARTS ANNUAL REPORT & ACCOUNTS 2018 SECTION HEADER 1 Contents Chair’s Statement 03 5 STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE BRITISH ACADEMY OF FILM AND MANAGEMENT 33 AND TELEVISION ARTS Trustees’ Report 2018 03 5.1 The Organisational Structure 34 ANNUAL REPORT & ACCOUNTS 2018 1 WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO / 5.2 Governance of BAFTA 34 OBJECTIVES FOR 2018 04 British Academy of Film 5.3 Management of BAFTA 35 and Television Arts 2 STRATEGIC REPORT 2018 05 5.4 Funds Held as Custodian 35 195 Piccadilly 2.1 A Year in Review 06 London w1j 9ln 6 REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE 2.1a BAFTA 195 Piccadilly and the DETAILS OF THE CHARITY, Tel: 020 7734 0022 Illuminating BAFTA Campaign 07 ITS TRUSTEES AND ADVISERS 36 www.bafta.org 2.1b Public Engagement and Appreciation 08 6.1 Charity Details 37 Company Registration no. 00617869 2.1c Industry Relevance 11 6.2 Committees 37 Charity no. 216726 2.1d New Talent 14 6.3 The Council of Management 38 BAFTA companies: 2.1e International Recognition 18 6.4 Register of Interests 38 British Academy of Film and Television Arts 2.1f Financial Stability 19 BAFTA Management Limited 6.5 BAFTA Advisers 38 BAFTA Media Technology Limited 2.2 Funding Our Aims 20 6.6 Auditor 38 195 Piccadilly Limited 2.2a Fundraising 21 6.7 Sponsors, Partners and Donors 38 2.2b Partnerships 22 7 STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES’ 2.2c Membership 23 RESPONSIBILITIES 40 Cover images, from l-r: The Only Way is Essex’s Lydia 3 FUTURE PLANS 25 Bright on the EE British Academy Film Awards red carpet; ANNUAL ACCOUNTS 2018 41 Olympian Helen Glover MBE at the British Academy Children’s Awards; actor Rhys Ifans Q&A at Sinemaes; 4 FINANCIAL REVIEW 27 Independent Auditor’s Report 41 the British Academy Games Awards; Molly Windsor portrait, winner of Leading Actress at the Film Awards; actor and 4.1 Review of the Financial Position 28 Consolidated Statement of Breakthrough Brit Ria Zmitrowicz portrait; actor Letitia Financial Activities 43 Wright, backstage at the Film Awards 4.2 Potential Risks and Uncertainties 30 Consolidated and Charity Balance Sheets 45 4.3 Financial Policies 32 Consolidated Cash Flow Statement 46 Notes to the Financial Statements 47 CONTENTS 2 Chair’s Statement The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Another key industry development in 2018 was our is perhaps best known for celebrating excellence and work with the BFI, Women in Film & Television and championing creativity in the film, games and television many other UK organisations to create a unified set of industries through our internationally recognised principles and guidance to tackle the issue of bullying Awards. However, at its heart, it is an organisation that and harassment in the workplace. Since its launch in early inspires and nurtures exceptional talent, regardless of 2018, 31 industry organisations have signed up and several their background. Identifying and supporting the next have created bespoke guidance for their members. A great generation of talent and showcasing them to a wider sea change is happening in our industries right now and audience is at the core of much of our global activities. I’m gratified that BAFTA is at the forefront of this. Creative talent can and should come from all backgrounds We have exciting, ambitious plans to evolve our home, and BAFTA is committed to promoting a diverse storytelling BAFTA 195 Piccadilly, into an international centre of landscape. We took several important steps in 2018 to ensure excellence. This will allow us to increase our support for the that the industries we represent are as inclusive as possible next generation of talent, deliver a greater variety of events and that BAFTA itself embodies this essential progression. and activity, and provide opportunities in our industries for people at all stages of their career and from all backgrounds. Report of the Trustees incorporating the I was particularly delighted to oversee the adoption of I am glad to report that the fundraising campaign is on Report of the Directors the BFI Diversity Standards by the industry for two track and that we have secured interim premises at 194 The trustees of the Academy, who are also the directors of our Film Awards categories in 2019, Outstanding Piccadilly. We are truly grateful for the support we’ve of the charity for the purposes of company law, British Film and Outstanding Debut by a British already received. Together, we can make sure that our submit their Annual Report and the audited Financial Writer, Director or Producer. We announced this industries enjoy a robust, diverse and exciting future. Statements for the year ended 31 December 2018. change to eligibility in 2018 and the response from The registered company number is 00617869. the industry was exceptional. Many producers have Finally, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank the already reported back to us saying how effective the rule dedicated BAFTA staff, who work tirelessly behind the In preparing the Annual Report & Accounts, the change has been, especially in terms of encouraging scenes to ensure the continued smooth running of our trustees have conformed to the provisions specified in them to recruit a diverse crew and provide training activities. I’d also like to thank our members, donors and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement opportunities for those from underrepresented groups. partners, and our president, HRH The Duke of Cambridge, of Recommended Practice (revised 2015). for their continued support and belief in what we do. The year also saw BAFTA Elevate, our programme to Given the activities carried out by the Academy, promote underrepresented groups to the industry, enter its particularly in the areas of Awards, Learning & New second year. Following our support of female directors in Talent and Archive, Heritage & Exhibitions, the trustees 2017, this year we invited talented screenwriters to apply. are satisfied that the charity is providing public benefit We will be doing all that we can to support these writers under the Charities Act 2011. Further details on these and help them progress to the next stage of their careers. activities are provided in sections 1 and 2 of this report. The trustees are also satisfied that they have had due regard BAFTA continues to ensure that our membership and to the public benefit guidance published by the Charity our various juries are as diverse as possible. I’m personally Dame Pippa Harris DBE Commission and, in particular, the requirement that very pleased to report that, for the first time in BAFTA’s Chair of the Academy the charity benefits a sufficient section of the public. history, all our branch chairs and CEOs, are women. 7 May 2019 CHAIR’S STATEMENT 3 1 Who We Are and What We Do Objectives for 2018 Our Vision BAFTA’s objectives for 2018 were: The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) is a world-leading BAFTA 195 Piccadilly independent arts charity. In addition to our Awards ceremonies, we have a Develop an iconic headquarters that symbolises year-round, international programme of learning events and initiatives that offers unique access to some of the world’s most inspiring talent, through our values and enables us to increase the reach of workshops, masterclasses, scholarships, lectures and mentoring schemes in the our activities. UK, USA and Asia. Public Engagement and Appreciation BAFTA’s vision is a world where everyone’s life is culturally and creatively enriched through excellent work in film, games and television. Our mission Engage a wider audience in the discussion around is to bring such work to public attention, and support the growth of creative excellence, helping people discover new creative talent in the UK and internationally. We do this by identifying and content and celebrating the contribution that past and celebrating excellence; discovering, inspiring and nurturing new talent; and present nominees have made to global culture. enabling learning and creative collaboration. We shine a spotlight on the most influential cultural touchpoints – film, games and television – and facilitate Industry Relevance access to excellent work in these art forms, for both audiences and creators. Demonstrate the value of BAFTA to the industry in We rely on income from membership subscriptions, individual donations, terms of improving their practice and developing an trusts, foundations, BAFTA 195 and corporate partnerships to support our ongoing outreach work. engaged audience, as well as championing the art and craft of the moving image. Our Values New Talent • Trust and credibility, which derive from an expert and engaged voting membership; Be world-renowned as the leading awards body championing and supporting the game-changers • Shared standards of excellence between practitioners of the moving image arts; of the future, regardless of who they are. • British benefit, in terms of both British industries and British audiences; International Recognition • Financial stability, to be pursued with integrity; Help practitioners network with their peers overseas • Equality of opportunity, helping talented individuals reach their full and find international audiences. From top: BAFTA winners and potential, regardless of their background or circumstances; Breakthrough Brits Daisy May Cooper Financial Stability and Charlie Cooper (This Country); • Effective communication, using appropriate channels to reach our I Am Not a Witch’s Rungano Nyoni target audiences. and Emily Morgan, winners of the Increase revenue for investment in our charitable Outstanding