OPEN CALL FOR NEW MEMBERS

ELK LAB — an artist-run film lab in Roihupelto, Helsinki — is looking for new members to join our community. 

Who can apply:


We welcome artists and filmmakers working with analog media, photochemical film techniques, and post-production technologies who want to take part in developing ELK.


Applicants should be able to work independently in a shared lab environment. Previous experience with darkroom and film equipment is required. Training may be available by separate agreement and at additional cost, depending on members’ availability.



What we’re looking for:


We are seeking committed members who want to actively contribute to a collective space. Membership is not only about using the facilities for personal work, but also about:


  • Participating in the life of the association
  • Sharing skills and knowledge
  • Organising the workshops
  • Supporting the development of the lab

ELK is community-based and built on a collective working spirit. Members contribute through active participation, including maintaining and improving the space.



Members have access to:


At this point:

  • Own key with access to the darkroom 24/7
  • Darkroom facilities
  • Filmfabriek HDS+ 5K film scanner (8mm & 16mm)
  • Bolex H16 Rex 4 camera
  • Steenbeck film editing table
  • 2x16mm EIKI NT2 film projectors 


Coming soon:    

  • Arriflex BL16
  • Oxberry optical printer


Membership fee:

  • 350 € per year +  50€ joining fee
  • can be paid in two installments



How to apply:


Fill out THIS FORM


There you are asked to provide two attachments 

  1. Potfolio (max. 5 pages) PDF
  2. CV (max. 2 pages) PDF


Deadline for the application is 31.5. and applicants are informed by 7.6.




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