Raindance Film, founded in 1992 and headquartered in the UK, is a privately owned company with approximately 80 employees. The company is dedicated to promoting independent film in the UK and internationally. Raindance Film encompasses various entities, including the Raindance Film Festival, which showcases independent films from around the world; the Raindance Film School, which offers courses in filmmaking and screenwriting; Raindance Raw Talent, a production company that supports emerging filmmakers; the British Independent Film Awards, which recognize outstanding achievements in British independent cinema; and the Independent Film Trust, a charity that provides funding and support to independent filmmakers.