Education & Training

Tips in 60 seconds... How to succeed in fixed rig

Fixed rig is an increasingly popular way of story telling in television and, as Channel 4's Commissioning Editor David Brindley points out, an excellent way of breaking into factual and documentary programming. In this video David offers his best tips on getting a job with the huge production teams, and how to excel once your on board.

At Channel 4 David is responsible for developing and refreshing flagship documentary series such as One Born Every Minute, 24 Hours in A&E and First Dates.

Tips in 60 seconds... How to break into animation

Birthplace of Wallace and Gromit, Bob the Builder and Peppa Pig, Britain is the home of some of the word's most recognisable animations. As the industry experiences a boom, now is a great time to get involved.

Oli Hyatt, managing director of Blue-Zoo animation, knows a thing or two about success in the industry. Here he explains how to get your foot in the door as a budding animator.

Launch of Creative Diversity Network scheme

The Creative Diversity Network (CDN) has announced that it is taking applications for its Commissioner Development Programme.

The scheme is looking for impressive candidates with a considerable amount of media experience. The programme is looking for people who are interested in developing their understanding of commissioning.

Applications will be encouraged from under-represented groups, including BAME backgrounds and those with a disability.

Each placement is full time and lasts for a year with a competitive senior level salary.

Bursaries offered for NFTS diploma

The National Film and Television School have announced five new bursaries for their Script Development Diploma this year.

Successful bursary candidates who can demonstrate that they bring a unique and distinct perspective to the course will each receive £1500.

The course, which has a new intake for September this year, is the only vocational course in script development in the UK.

Event report: From Runner to Superstar

"How do you climb TV's greasy pole - is it talent, hard work, luck or good looks?" asked Broadcast magazine columnist and entertainment producer Steven D Wright as he introduced the latest RTS Futures event, "From runner to superstar". Or, he added: "Is it class?"

RTS Undergraduate Bursaries open for applications

Applications are now open for the Royal Television Society's undergraduate bursary schemes.

The Society is investing £·5,000 in 25 bursaries to encourage talented students to consider a career in television.

A new technology fund has been launched this year to support five students studying Computing or Engineering who may not have considered working in broadcasting.

RTS Bursary scholars 2015 share their stories

Scholars of the Technology and Production bursaries tell us what the opportunity has meant for them. For more information about our bursaries, click here.

Sky awards five scholarships

Sky has awarded five scholarships to the National Film and Television School (NFTS) thanks to support from the Royal Television Society.

The scholarships aim to help young people who may not otherwise have had the means to consider a career in the media, with a particular focus on supporting students from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.

Meet the bursary scholars

In 2014 the RTS awarded its first ever bursary scheme to twenty undergraduate students. See how they're getting on and what the bursary has helped them do so far by watching video diaries of their first terms at uni. To find out more and apply for our 2015 bursary scheme click here.

Emma Jane Wheeler, from Essex

RTS Futures Entry Level Training Fair comes to London

RTS Futures to hold its first ever training fair for anyone hoping to kickstart their career in television.

The event, on Monday 26 January, will see major broadcasters and production companies of all sizes come together to promote their entry-level training schemes and placements.

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