Business Development for the Arts & Culture Sector
CALVIN WALKER — BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT IN ARTS & CULTURE
Jamaican-born and holding British and French nationalities, Calvin Walker has a background in visual arts and technology.
He began his career as an independent photographer before transitioning into multimedia development. He then spent two decades at Film France, the former French Film Commission, where he led event strategies, international collaborations, and promotional initiatives to position France as a key destination for film and post-production.
An expert in working with international artists, film professionals, and institutions, Calvin provides strategic guidance and representation, drawing on his deep industry knowledge. He has collaborated with leading film and TV industry events, including Cannes Film Market, FOCUS London, and Berlinale EFM.
In addition to his consulting work, Calvin is a guest advisor for art and design schools.
Clients & collaborations
FILM & TV INDUSTRY
Cannes Marché du Film • Berlinale EFM • BFI – British Film Institute • Olsberg SPI • PGA – Production Guild of America • ScreenSkills – UK • The Location Guide • FOCUS • Busan Asian Contents & Film Market • Hong Kong FILMART • Paris Images Production Forum • Series Mania • The Network of French Film Commissions • The Nordic Film Commissions • Nordisk Film & TV Fond • AFCI – Association of Film Commissioners International • EUFCN – European Film Commissions Network • LMGI – Location Managers Guild International • KFTV • Screen International • Variety • BFC – British Film Commission • PGGB – Production Guild of Great Britain • Pact • I Mediate Clearance • ARRI France • SetKeeper • Pixomondo • UTA – United Talent Agency • UPC – Union des Producteurs de Cinéma • Embassy of France in Berlin • Consulate of France in Los Angeles • Institut Français – South Korea • Froggie Production • Peninsula Film • Sixteen Films…
ARTS & CULTURE
Parsons School Paris • Atelier Max Wechsler • Léa Dumayet Sculptures and Installations…
Selected Projects
OLSBERG SPI
Olsberg SPI engaged me to contribute to a detailed study for a foreign government, conducted in both English and French. The study aims to strengthen the country’s screen industries through strategic recommendations.
Drawing on my expertise in film commissions, crew training, and filming infrastructure, I have advised on various aspects of production support. My role includes research, case studies, interviews, and workshops with film & TV professionals and government representatives, as well as reviewing French translations to ensure clarity and accuracy.
FRANCO-NORDIC COLLABORATIONS
Recognising opportunities for international cooperation, I initiated and facilitated collaborations between the French and Nordic screen industries.
With backing from national funding bodies such as the CNC and Nordisk Film, I organised networking events, roundtable discussions, and online exchanges. These gatherings—held at key industry events like the Berlinale EFM—brought together producers and directors interested in co-productions and location filming in France and the Nordic countries.
DESTINATION FRANCE
An annual initiative to connect French film & TV professionals with UK industry counterparts.
I coordinated a delegation of over 20 French production service companies, professional associations, and film commissions to attend the FOCUS London tradeshow. This involved curating a tailored program of networking sessions, panels, and presentations, as well as coaching participants on how to effectively present their services to UK-based clients.