Station House Media Unit

03/09/2026

BFI Film Academy Applications are now open! 📽️

👉Are you aged 16 to 19? Do you live in Aberdeen or the North East of Scotland? Are you passionate about film? This course is for you!

Beginning in October 2026, you'll join a community of aspiring filmmakers and work together to create, produce and screen a short film while developing practical filmmaking skills. The course finishes with a screening of the finished films on the big screen. No previous filmmaking experience is needed - just a passion for film!

You will:
• Explore idea generation, screenwriting and story pitching
• Learn hands-on cinematography, sound recording, directing and editing
• Build confidence, make industry connections and work as part of a creative team

APPLY NOW!
- For more information, application form and key dates, please visit the attached link: https://form.jotform.com/262313287367360
- Application deadline: Sunday 20th September 2026

✉️Questions? For questions about the course at shmu please contact: [email protected]

BFI Film Academy Scotland is delivered by Screen Education Edinburgh in partnership with screen organisations across Scotland, supported by the UK Government, National Lottery and Screen Scotland funding.

BFI Film Academy Scotland Hub and other course locations, head to screen-ed.org/bfi-fa-scot

BFI Film Academy Screen Scotland

03/09/2026

Su***de Prevention Week is fast approaching and tickets for our event are going even faster!

Tickets are completely free but we do ask that you register. Grab a ticket now before it's too late: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1998421323976?aff=oddtdtcreator.

There will be speakers throughout the event and information stalls for you to explore. Light refreshments are also provided 🎂🫖

Here are the wonderful organisations joining us on the day SAMH Police Scotland North East Survivors of Bereavement by Su***de - SOBS Women In Mind Men In Mind Aberdeen FC Community Trust Station House Media Unit Four Pillars Samaritans Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership Penumbra365 Aurora Consulting Andys Man Club North East Scotland College

02/09/2026

We still have spaces available for our new term of Youth Radio training which starts THIS Saturday 5th September, 12 noon - 2pm!

👉 This project is open to young people of P7-S3 age residing in Woodside, Tillydrone, Middlefield, Northfield, Torry, Cummings Park, Mastrick and Seaton.

This is a 10 week project that will then allow for young people to continue to attend sessions afterwards if they would like to further develop their skills in Radio!

Late applications will be open until Friday 4th at midday: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/Yvu9GvvGFs

For any queries, please contact [email protected]

02/09/2026

Sarah and Tim were delighted to attend the annual Aberdeen Student Show disbursement on Sunday 26th August!

Aberdeen Student Show raised another phenomenal, record breaking amount of money with their recent show 'Cove Actually' - a whopping £168,590.84 for 50 local charities.

As a result, we are incredibly grateful to be receiving a fantastic £2895.76 as one of their Bronze charities which will contribute towards our Adult Services Community Wellbeing Programmes. It was inspiring to be in the room with 49 other charities and seeing just how much the support genuinely means to every organisation! This is the fourth year we've received a donation from the Student Show and we are incredibly grateful for their continued support.

If you haven't been to see a Student Show yet - far hiv ye been?! Make sure to follow their socials for more information on the next production, coming April 2027!

A huge well done again to our very own Hannah Davidson, who was Assistant Director for Aberdeen Student Show for the last two years and all the team behind the show!

02/09/2026

Today Jonathan, Vivien and Lesley appeared on Parker's Packed Lunch show at SHMUfm to talk about Aberdeen Folk Orchestra.

We chatted about how to join our friendly orchestra, our workshops, collaborations and concerts.

If you missed it, you can listen here … https://www.mixcloud.com/SHMUFM/parkers-packed-lunch-aberdeen-folk-orchestra-01-september-2026/

Thanks to Alan, Hannah and everyone at Station House Media Unit for having us!

31/08/2026

ICYMI - Calling All Young Filmmakers! Applications are still OPEN! 💥
Are you aged 14–17 and living in Aberdeen City or Aberdeenshire?
Do you have a passion for filmmaking and want to develop your skills?

🕕 When: Every Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm, starting 9th September
📍 Where: shmuHQ in Woodside, Aberdeen
🎥 What: A year-long project designed to help you learn the art and craft of filmmaking, boost your confidence and work in a team to create a short film

Led by experienced filmmakers, with lots of hands-on practical experience alongside masterclasses from industry practitioners, over the year-long project you’ll be led through the process of creating short films from start to finish.

Places are limited with priority given to those in our priority neighbourhoods.
🔗 Apply here: https://bit.ly/YoungFilmmakers26 - applications deadline has now been extended!
📩 For more information, contact us at: [email protected]

31/08/2026

We were absolutely delighted to receive the donation of a brand new drum kit from Ian! This will be put to good use by young people on our YMI Music Programme!

Thank you Ian and Drumshack!

🥁 A WIN THAT KEEPS ON GIVING! ❤️

Last month, Ian was the lucky winner of our Roland TD-07DMK V-Drums giveaway - our biggest competition ever!

But there’s an even better ending to the story.

Ian already owns both electronic and acoustic kits, so rather than keeping his prize, he decided to donate the brand-new Roland kit, along with one of his own spare bass drum pedals, to SHMU in Aberdeen.

SHMU is a community media organisation that has recently started providing music lessons for children who might not otherwise have the opportunity to learn an instrument.

Ian told us:

"Winning the prize has helped put a smile on a lot of faces, and I’m sure it will be put to very good use for years to come.”

We couldn't think of a better home for the kit. ❤️

A huge thank you to Ian for such a generous gesture, to SHMU for the brilliant work they’re doing, and of course to Roland for making the original giveaway possible.

And, in Ian's own words, he's “the good looking one in the middle!” 😂🥁

Happy drumming, guys - we hope the TD-07DMK inspires plenty of new young drummers! 🥁🎶

29/08/2026

Just one more sleep until our Woodside 'Give it a Go' event! We are excited to welcome Guarana Street Band to kick off the event followed by a drumming workshop - see you tomorrow 🥁🥁🥁

👉 This is a free activity aimed at those living in the Woodside area and surrounding communities.
📅 Sunday 30th August
⏰ 1.30pm–5.30pm - drop in whenever suits you!
📍 shmuHQ, Station House Media Unit, Station Road, Woodside
Come along, try something new, meet your community and have some fun!

Please contact the below with any questions or for more information:
📧 [email protected]
📞 01224 515013

28/08/2026

The countdown to Woodside 'Give It a Go' is on! It's just 2 days until Culture Collective Aberdeen's big event!

We are delighted to welcome a number of our Culture Collective Aberdeen Partners to the event including: Citymoves Dance Agency, Aberdeen Arts Centre and Peacock & the worm. We are also excited to welcome other community based organisations such as Outlines, Off The Rails Community Garden, Envirolution and Fersands Craft Group.

We will have special guest, David F. Ross and performances from Kaleidoscope est2024 and Guarana Street Band!

👉 This is a free activity aimed at those living in the Woodside area and surrounding communities.
📅 Sunday 30th August
⏰ 1.30pm–5.30pm - drop in whenever suits you!
📍 shmuHQ, Station House Media Unit, Station Road, Woodside

Come along, try something new, meet your community and have some fun!

Please contact the below with any questions or for more information:
📧 [email protected]
📞 01224 515013

27/08/2026

Today, we are delighted to hear from Rashmi from the National Literacy Trust around the 2026 "Go All In" campaign. We are delighted to be a community partner in the campaign, with an abundance of free books gifted to us for our staff, volunteers and participants to explore.

Rashmi and author, David F. Ross will also be at Aberdeen Culture Collective Woodside 'Give It A Go' event THIS Sunday, 30th August. You can take part in David's creative writing workshop and browse titles available for free with thanks to the Go All In campaign!

Whether you're trying something new, discovering a hidden talent, or just looking for a great afternoon out, there's something for everyone.

This is a free event for those based in the Woodside and surrounding communities.
No booking required - just come along and join in the fun!

📅Sunday 30th August
⏰From 1.30pm - 5:30pm - drop in at any time!
📍shmuHQ, Station House Media Unit, Station Road, Woodside

For more information or questions, please contact [email protected] or call us: 01224 515013