At first glance, travel and media arts might seem like chalk and cheese, but there’s actually a strong affinity between independent filmmaking and independent travel, as they enable us – travellers and filmmakers alike – to explore uncharted territory, in our own way and at our own pace. By sponsoring the Short Film Award at the Berwick-Upon-Tweed Film & Media Arts Festival, we hope to play our part in helping to bring fresh and creative talent to a receptive and independently minded audience.