07/07/2015
Drama directing is an immensely fun job but also highly competitive. You need determination and imagination to succeed according to Christiana Ebohon.
Christiana has over fifteen years in the industry. She has been behind some of the most recognisable series, directing Doctors, EastEnders, Hollyoaks and Emmerdale. As well as drama series, she has...
23/06/2015
In the world of news where stories are constantly evolving, the ability to plan ahead is not only essential but incredibly difficult. A good forward planning producer is therefore at the heart of a good programme.
In this video, BBC Newsnight producer Alex Campbell talks us through some aspects of the job and highlights the skills required to...
02/06/2015
The world of political journalism can be a tough career to get into. Regardless of your experience, Andrew Cryan of Sunday Politics London explains that there is still lots people can do. He says anyone with a good story can get it spotted and taken up by a broadcaster. Getting your own stories and creating a portfolio is the way to get jobs for...
02/06/2015
If you're an ideas person then TV is the right place for you. But how do you make sure everyone loves your ideas as much as you? Pitching to commissioners is notoriously difficult so here are some handy tips of getting your point across.
Camilla Lewis is the CEO of Curve Media, an independent production company focusing on factual and factual...
02/06/2015
Travelling the world watching high profile sporting events sounds like the dream job. It's not all fun and games but the appeal of sports journalism is as tough as the competitions it covers. In this video CNN's sports anchor, Alex Thomas, shares some of his tips on how to break into the world of sports reporting and what you need to do to stand...