11:01 AM 18th February 2026
Rising Filmmaking Talent Honoured At The Eduqas Moving Image Awards
Moving Image Awards
Launched in 2014 in partnership with the British Film Institute, the Moving Image Awards celebrate outstanding moving image work by students studying Eduqas Film and Media qualifications.
The 2026 awards featured categories including Short Film, Music Video, Screenplay, Film/TV Extract, Animation, One to Watch, and the Student Jury Prize.
Aspiring young directors, screenwriters, and producers gathered with proud families and teachers to celebrate the remarkable work produced during their qualification process, including the work of Jacob Ellis from Wales High School in Sheffield, who won the Student Jury Prize as well as being runner-up in the Film/TV Extract category.
Jacob won the Student Jury Prize for his film extract titled The Mystery of Jane Edwards, which follows a podcaster who is investigating the disappearance of a local legend. The film extract was produced in the style of a documentary going behind the scenes of the podcast.
The judges commended Jacob for his accomplished editing as well as close-ups and noted the use of contrasting black and white shots with colour.
They said the podcaster was well characterised in the on-location shots, with the addition of atmospheric sounds. Finally, the judges commented that the narrative structure was complex but worked well.
Jacob Ellis
I'd like to thank Mr Sanderson. He was the assistant teacher, in the media department, and he helped everyone in our class. He supplied the costumes, the locations, the equipment and I could not have made my piece without him
Dr Jenny Stewart
“As in previous years, we are highly impressed by the exceptional talent showcased in this year’s Moving Image Awards.
“The excellent moving image work on display reflects the continued growth and success of Eduqas Film and Media qualifications and would not be possible without the dedication and hard work of young filmmakers and their teachers.
“We would like to extend our thanks to our judges, who shortlisted and engaged in some very difficult discussions to determine the winners, due to the exceptionally high calibre of entries.
“We also thank teachers, parents, and guardians for their continued encouragement and support in nurturing young film and media talent.”
Ian Morgan
"I always look forward to this event as it offers a remarkable insight into the creativity and talent of the younger generation. It is a real privilege to showcase the remarkable talent emerging in film and media studies. The standard of creativity and technical skill on display this year has been exceptional.
“I want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to everyone who entered, and especially to our winners. The commitment, imagination and effort behind these projects is genuinely inspiring.
“As the film and media industry continues to grow, it is important to champion and promote emerging talent from students. The ideas we have seen in these awards show just how bright the future is, and I am excited to see where these young filmmakers take their talents next.”