About Directors UK

Our mission is to protect the craft of directing, ensure directors are fairly compensated for their work, and advocate for a fairer, safer, equal opportunity industry for our members; an industry where building a sustainable career directing is a viable option for anyone.

Directors see things others don’t

A director's unique vision shapes the stories we all enjoy on screen. Directors bring a creative and economic value to the screen industries that is immeasurable. We fight to safeguard the commercial value and creative freedom that originality depends on, so that they can keep making their outstanding work.

The rules of our industry should reward creativity

One of the ways we support directors is through the negotiation, collection and distribution of royalties, so that they are paid fairly every time their work is enjoyed. We defend directors’ creative and contractual rights too –preserving the freedom that makes distinctive work possible.

Because originality is a national asset

We represent directors to policymakers and cultural leaders, because originality in storytelling is a vital British export. We use our voice to ensure directors are protected in the law, funding and regulations that shape the industry.

Collective strength for independent minds

With over 8,500 members, we bring directors together to share insight, shape standards and influence the future of their craft. Being part of Directors UK isn’t just joining a community of belonging, it’s joining a collective of professionals whose collaboration empowers each and every member's work.

If you’re a professional director – join us.