Introduction to data protection and cybersecurity in the screen industries

This module introduces the key principles of data protection and cybersecurity that you need to be aware of when working in the screen industries. You'll learn what you need to do to protect data, and how to respond effectively if something goes wrong.

Module content

In this module, you’ll learn about:

• why you need to know about data protection and cybersecurity, regardless of your role in the screen industries
• how to protect the data you handle as part of your work
• how to keep your device and workstation secure
• what to do if something goes wrong.

Our funders

This module was developed with support from the ScreenSkills Unscripted TV Skills Fund, with contributions from broadcasters, SvoDs and production companies.

Arts Council England supported the launch of the online learning platform.

Important information about ScreenSkills funded e-learning modules

For training providing certificates, please note that these will be issued only on course completion. To receive a certificate, please ensure you have completed all modules of the e-learning, including a test and a survey if present.

Who it's for

This module is recommended for anyone who is currently working, or thinking of working, in the UK screen industries, in particular film and TV. We recommend completing this module in one sitting. However, if this is not possible your progress will be saved, and when you come back you will be taken to the last screen you completed.

When you’re ready, hit the ‘Start’ button to begin.