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BBC Children’s chief: 'Kids' media landscape is in decline'

Patricia Hidalgo urges the wider industry to provide more incentives to make children’s TV

How AI will change the way media companies speak to tech providers

Sam Peterson, COO of Bitcentral, believes media businesses will have new methods of communication with their service providers

The future of media search and personalisation lies in AI

Lucho Escudero, VP of engineering at Globant, explains

Comment: Five trends that will drive sport content in 2025

Figures from across the industry give their predictions for the next 12 months

Comment: How the archiving industry will evolve in 2025

Heidi Shakespeare, CEO of Memnon, looks at the key areas for the sector over the next 12 months

Why the words ‘branded content’ are no longer dirty

Bullion Productions’ Jack Newman says the TV industry should be actively collaborating with brands to help them supersize ideas

Comment: Influencers can be a game changer for broadcasters - with the right playbook

Kayla White, head of influencer marketing at EssenceMediacom, looks at how broadcasters can lean into the growth of influencers

Will Apple Smart TVs redefine home entertainment?

Claire Huxley at Design Bridge and Partners on Apple’s much-rumoured potential entry into the smart TV market

Jeremy Daldry: The truth is often ugly and uncomfortable

ITN Productions’ deputy head of UK factual unpacks the complexities of exploring the Gisèle Pelicot case for Channel 5

Why “Crimbo Limbo” is the gift sports organisations can’t ignore

Kahlen Macaulay, senior manager of international sports partnerships at Snapchat, looks at when sport organisations should be looking to engage over the holidays

Why hybrid editing is crucial for the survival of the post house

John Rogerson explains why a massive cull of Soho offline suites is essential to ensure a healthy future for the post sector

All hail TV’s ‘women of a certain age’

After many years of challenges, a generation of tough and determined female execs are the ones ready to speak out, writes Kelly Webb-Lamb

Comment: Why you should go all-in on D2C fan engagement in 2025

Paolo Cuttorelli, SVP of global sales at Evergent, believes the next 12 months are the right time to dive in

Sticking to the old systems won’t solve TV’s harassment problem

The burden on freelancers to call out bad behaviour is too great – so things need to change, writes Philippa Childs

Scott Bryan: Why is it so hard these days to find something to watch?

There’s an abundance of choice, but navigating endless platforms is tedious. What we need is Project Kangaroo 2.0

Self-funding shows: If you build it, will they come?

Blue Ant’s Ben Barrett on balancing the stress & success of financing shows

Kate Bulkley: C4’s YouTube strategy is a lesson in youth engagement

The broadcaster has shifted its mindset to harness the power of a company previously considered a rival

What next for Lineker and MOTD after the long goodbye?

Tim Jotischky, divisional managing director of reputation at The PHA Group, looks at how podcasting has changed Lineker’s career

Commissioners and producers need a reset in relations

With a disconnect between tariffs and editorial ambitions, the industry’s key creative relationships feel increasingly fraught, says Chris Curtis

Hints of optimism after a tough period

Commissioners in our survey see signs that the market is improving

The Basics: why is a green room called a green room?

Danny Owens, client services coordinator at dock10, takes a look at one of the most well known terms in the industry

Comment: why broadcasters & streamers should partner as subscriber ceiling approaches

Guy Meyers, director of customer success at Recurly, looks at how the pair can work together

Netflix, DAZN & the future battle for viewer attention

Daniel Apostolos is a senior account director at The PHA Group, gives his predictions for the future of live sport after Netflix made its first major broadcast

The future of intimacy coordination: beyond scripted TV

Dating Naked intimacy consultant Tommy Ross-Williams outlines their role on the MTV format and why it could be beneficial for the unscripted arena

World TV Day: What will the future of TV look like?

Figures from across the industry give their view on the future of the medium

Comment: It’s time to bring more influencers into sport broadcasting

Alma Fabiani, head of content at Screenshot Media

Comment: Why I believe remote working is the future of post-production

Steve Good, technical director at Hireworks, explains why he believes post-production houses will need to continue to expand remote working

Comment: AI & automation are key to the future of sport broadcasting

Spiideo co-founder and CEO Patrik Olsson believes AI can save budgets and allow for lower-tier leagues to boost quality

Why & how VFX could use the tax rebate to boost diversity & inclusion

Simon Devereux, director and founder of Access:VFX, gives the case for using the money raised to encourage underrepresented talent into the industry

Jack Thorne: let's think twice about using ‘showrunner’

Writer urges industry to take Tim Davie’s concerns about the term ‘talent’ a step further

The opportunities for podcasts in women’s sport

Louise Gwilliam, talent director at podcast production house Crowd Network, outlines how brands and teams can take advantage

James Durie: How a Leonard Cohen biopic became a case study in co-pro

For So Long, Marianne, Cineflix had to bring on board 16 different funding partners to get the project over the line

What streaming platforms can learn from the year of sport

Anil Malhotra, CMO at Bango, looks at how UK streamers could learn from the US

Park the horror and hype and get hands on with AI

Artificial intelligence is a divisive subject, but in times of great change, it’s essential to keep an open mind, says Roy Ackerman

Alex Connock: The key AI battlegrounds that will transform the industry

From finding an audience to copyright, the arrival of AI throws up numerous issues that need to be addressed

Get ready for a ruckus about AI - the rules need to be settled soon

The industry’s big players need to collaborate on a framework to harness the potential of AI rather than let it run wild

Adapting to Gen Z’s social viewing habits

Shaki Prasanna, Atomos creative collaboration director, looks at how broadcasters and production companies can keep up with new forms of content

What snooker can learn from other sports’ sonic branding

Paul Reynolds, SVP of global creative services at MassiveMusic, examines how the sport could improve its audio experience

How to create the right conditions for creativity

Psychologist Janet Evans explains how to create the right environment for development

How AI is enhancing the video experience

Stefan Lederer of Bitmovin lays out several areas where AI is currenly excelling in saving time and money in the media industry

Safety first in a new era for scripted

International editor John Elmes highlights the programmes likely to make the biggest splash in Cannes

The Basics: A brief history of lighting in entertainment

Oliver Howe, duty operations manager at dock10, looks at the past and future of lighting in TV and film

How next gen audio is transforming live sport

Yannick Olivier, lead broadcast engineer, France Télévisions, and Costa Nikols, strategy advisor, M&E, Telos Alliance, look at the future of sport audio

Down to the wire: broadcast-IP & sport rights negotiations

Paul Calleja, CEO of GlobalM, looks at how last-minute rights deals can complicate distribution

What do visualised podcasts mean for fiction?

To make audio fiction work financially, you have to understand its value & the challenges it poses, says Goldhawk Productions’ John Scott Dryden

Ally Castle: Ditch the disability doom and gloom

While we are not where we ultimately want to be, let’s not forget the advances made when it comes to disability

What can broadcasters learn from sport podcasts' theme music?

Rick Sellars, head of creative direction at MassiveMusic, looks at how sport podcasts have sonically innovated

The decade-long friendship at the heart of Living Every Second: The Kris Hallenga Story

Neil Bonner on a relationship that began when he was a debut director and culminated in a new celebration of the breast cancer campaigner’s life

Danny Brocklehurst: There’s still a need for drama with a distinctly UK flavour

Shows with specifically British themes may lack global appeal, but it is vital that we keep making them

Comment: How AI can be used to improve sport content

Aaron Edell, SVP of AI at Wasabi, explains how the combination of cloud object storage and AI is affecting sports content production

Q&A: My company is struggling – what should I do?

Executive search and coaching company Quicksmith (and some friends) explain the best approach to running a business under pressure

A battle to come through hard times

“Many report that there is now an expectation for distributors to plug big financing deficits, particularly for scripted programming”

Making the jump from headmistress to director

Waterloo Road’s Angela Griffin on how she realised her ambitions to direct after three decades in front of the camera

Scale is smashing, but has it got out of hand in drama?

The scripted arms race has catapulted the genre into new territory – but the funding model is creaking, writes Chris Curtis

What’s in store for the future of graphics?

Solution flexibility and ease of use will be key to the future of graphics, believes Kieran Hosking, Ross Video business development manager for graphics in EMEA

How technology is moving the goalposts for football fans

Steve Knight, CEO of UIC Digital, looks at how technology could bring fans at home closer to games

Setting a gold standard for live sports broadcasting

Greg Doggett, SVP of global channels and sports at Telestream, looks at how technology can help sport broadcasters

Bringing influencers and social media to Paralympic broadcasting

Anne-Marie McShane, director, EMEA sports & sponsorship lead at EssenceMediacom, looks at how social media is key to promoting the Games

British and Irish co-pros just make sense

As neighbours we already have so much in common - and there’s never been a better time to collaborate, says Julianne Forde

When dealing with tricky personalities, a little psychology can be a very useful thing

In an industry we’re all passionate about, it can be hard not to take conflict personally - but psychologist Janet Evans suggests taking a step back

How podcasts are transforming sport coverage

Crowd Network head of Crowd Sports Rob Roberts-Facey discusses how audio content is changing how audiences interact with major competitions

What can indies do to survive and thrive in late 2024 and beyond?

Victoria Powell offers advice on how to get through the next difficult few months

How to retain subscribers from major events such as the Olympics

Lina Tonk, CMO at Recurly, looks into how recent subscribers can be catered for

Continuing drama is key to addressing TV’s class challenge

The talent working on soaps and long-running drama is right under the industry’s nose - and it is routinely ignored, writes Jon Sen

Edinburgh 2024: a tale of class and company closures

Economic challenges make the urge to open up the industry even more compelling – but much harder, writes Chris Curtis

Fatima Salaria: Why I wanted to be part of factual drama’s golden age

A move into new territory was daunting, but I’m relishing the chance to tell under-represented, real-life stories,

Patrick Holland: We must enable working class voices to succeed

Telly was at the core of my upbringing, and if we want to reach the widest possible audiences we have to be open to all

TV’s anti-Muslim bias has real-world implications

Hostility towards Muslims in broadcast media contributed to the riots and is driving journalists away, says Tamanna Rahman

Ian Katz: C4’s future is bright as spend returns to pre-covid levels

Chief content officer says tough decisions had to be taken, but the broadcaster is now in a stronger position to support indies

Scott Bryan: Broadcasters must be bolder with their digital ambitions

More original content on platforms such as YouTube and TikTok is the only way to attract younger audiences

Streaming is reshaping the indie sector, as it did viewing habits

The biggest SVoD shows now rival their traditional counterparts and the battle for tentpole titles is polarising production companies

AI & new tech’s promise for athletics

Alvina Chen, CEO of Feldspar, on how AI and new technologies could improve the viewer experience of athletics

Fraser Ayres: We must ask whether our industry contributed to the riots

Failure to normalise inclusion on and off screen has a real world impact - we cannot brush it under the rug again

Rachel Corp: Public service broadcasting is vital in these troubled times

ITN chief executive says misinformation-fuelled violence has highlighted the importance of trustworthy, accessible reporting

The 5G frontier for sport broadcasting

Eric Bolten, VP of strategic account development at Zixi, explains why he believes sport should embrace 5G

Why AI is becoming the MVP of the summer sport season

Bob Skinstad, partner at consultancy Elixirr and former South Africa rugby captain, explains how AI is impacting the summer’s sport

The Basics: What is the difference between a sound stage and a TV studio?

Sam Handsley, studio manager at dock10, explains the differences for the uninitiated

Why lifting the 3pm blackout can shine a light on women’s football

Anna Reynolds, consultant at Yonder Consulting, gives her case for playing women’s football during the 3pm blackout

Top tech tips for live sport streaming

Andre Reitenbach, CEO of Gcore, gives his advice on the sector

How AI could make the Olympics even more accessible

Jesse Shemen, CEO of Papercup, believes AI could make the competition more widely available

How media companies should manage AI partnerships

Jose Puga, CEO of Imaginario, gives his advice on working with AI service providers

The media’s role in shaping the Olympics’ gender equality narrative

Eva El Khoury, account manager at The PHA Group, explains the state of play for gender equality at Paris 2024

Prash Naik: Doc makers need to get to grips with editorial ethics

Questions about moral responsibilities have ramped up following the death of a contributor to Retrograde

Q&A: How do I survive redundancy?

In the first of a new series, Broadcast asks executive search and coaching company Quicksmith to offer advice on common industry challenges

Hollywood on trial: What can UK producers learn from the Alec Baldwin case?

Legal expert Mary Lawrence asks whether the case against Alec Baldwin was unique to filming in New Mexico or are there wider lessons to be learned?

Why live blogs & broadcast content are a winning combination

Naomi Owusu, co-founder and CEO of Tickaroo, believes live blogs with video content are vital to growing broadcast audiences

Are we entering a new era of sonic sport brands?

Gus Nisbet, head of creative strategy at MassiveMusic, looks at what’s next for music and sport programming

Why context is key for streaming platforms

Toby Richards, strategy and planning director at Once Upon A Time, explains where streamers can target advertising and partnerships

How FAST can help niche leagues & lower league teams

Tom Buffolano, head of business development at Tata Communications, sees FAST unlocking new audiences for smaller sports organisations

Proven IP vs new ideas: the fight for the future of children’s animation

Eaglet’s Massimo Fenati challenges the kids sector to be bolder in its search for new hits

Kate Bulkley: Why it’s not simply a case of either linear or streaming

Success for broadcasters depends on effectively using linear as a means to support a digital-first strategy

Karl Warner: Commissioning, The Third Way

If social has become the third priority for broadcasters after linear and on-demand, is it time to commission differently?

How to utilise the summer of sport for brand building

Calum Hollington, media executive at Wake The Bear, gives his advice on reaching sport fans this summer

Three ways sport will conquer FAST

C15 Studio president and co-founder Amory B. Schwartz gives his reasons why sport will be key to FAST channels

Faraz Osman: We need clear rules on the use of AI in programming

To avoid future scandals over fakery, broadcasters must set out exactly what is and isn’t acceptable with this new technology

How to make AI a force for good

Self-regulation from within the sector is key, says Papercup’s Jesse Shemen

Michael Mosley proved there’s talent out there – just make sure you’re open-minded

Michael Mosley is testament to the fact that you don’t have to follow traditional paths to find true stars

Hot Shots’ talent continues to shine

‘At a time of exceptionally tough market conditions, one thing is certain: the talent we need to continue making brilliant telly exists in spades’

Marcus Ryder: The most important survey in film, TV and cinema needs your help

Representation of all kinds matters if we want to make change - so complete the Looking Glass Survey on industry mental health

Broadcasters must adjust their talent setting to snag online viewers

Online creators know what audiences want and are reaping the rewards - telly needs to attract this talent if it hopes to keep up

How broadcasters can win on social media in the summer of sport

Jack Edwards, account director at The Goat Agency, gives his tips on approaching social content

Talk of the ‘old boy’ problem is missing from our EDI conversations

The dominance of the privately-educated in TV means the industry is missing out, says one anonymous writer

Top tips for engaging Gen Z during the summer of sport

Shira Jeczmien, founder and CEO of Screenshot Media, gives her advice on targeting younger viewers

Opinion: John Balson wanted the industry to know freelancers are not 'expendable'

The Talent Manager’s Sarah Lee calls for the industry to reset its freelancer relations

How cricket can attract & engage new audiences

Vinayak Shrivastav, CEO and co-founder of Magnifi by VideoVerse, believes real-time highlights are key to the sport’s future

Peter Williams: how I secured the crowning moment of my career

The inside story of how TV journalist legend Peter Williams, finally retiring aged 90, achieved the unthinkable by interviewing The Queen

Energy and empathy: a personal tribute to Michael Mosley

BBC Studios head of science unit Andrew Cohen describes three decades of friendship with the outstanding producer-turned-presenter

Camilla Lewis: When you hire female-led teams, the results speak for themselves

Women are often employed on docs tackling traditionally female subjects, but doing things differently can create powerful, exciting films on any topic

Do you find it difficult to find something to watch?

Stuart Green at Accenture explains how UK media companies can improve the consumer experience as well as their bottom line

Remembering Presteigne – advancing people and technology

Founder Mike Ransome, who led the dry hire company for almost 30 years before leaving, remembers it after it closes its doors

What changes, and stays the same, when editing music videos & films

Lucas Moesch, editor at Bandit, gives his advice on moving between formats

Can X’s TV app be a success with audiences?

Sam Drury, UX director at UIC Digital explains why X TV has its work cut out to stand out from existing platforms

How can companies keep up with the evolution of sport?

Rosie Garschina, executive creative director at Trollbäck+Company, discusses how production companies, broadcasters, and brands can evolve with sport

Mike Darcey: If only there was a way to combine streamer watch lists

There is more choice than ever but the proliferation of platforms makes it hard to remember what you wanted to see

Why our comedy roundtable was a serious business

Re-establishing the genre’s place in the mainstream was a key topic of discussion at our decent debate sponsored by Pinewood TV Studios

Danny Sanz: The international production industry sees this election as an opportunity

From an international perpective, it would be great for TV to play a role in the return of Cool Britannia

How DAZN aims to combat media fragmentation

Chief commercial officer Marc Watson outlines the broadcaster’s strategy

Matt Risley: Ignore the possibilities of YouTube at your peril

Using the video platform requires new language and insightful reading of the data - but will pay dividends

Why do some sport docuseries fail?

Tom Inskip, head of sport & fitness at the PHA Group, gives his view on why some series struggle

Small indies call for solutions to market turbulence

Victoria Powell outlines a number of measures that producers believe could sustain the sector during the slowdown

Philippa Childs: Why is sustainable progress on EDI so painfully slow?

It’s not enough to set targets - the departure of senior EDI figures in the UK suggests we need to commit to making real change

Henry Birkbeck: The government must follow through on Independent Film Tax Credit

Done properly, the IFTC, in concert with the AVEC and VGEC, has the potential to meaningfully move the dial for film and television

Andrew Fremlin-Key: What are the potential legal ramifications of Baby Reindeer?

Baby Reindeer was a great show, but is ringing serious alarm bells for lawyers

AI FOMO: Fear Of Missing Out, or Future Of Massive Opportunity?

Two Circles lead consultant Jamie Dos Anjos considers what has changed as a result of the rapid rise in use of artificial intelligence in sport

Liz Tucker: Why are there still so few women on comedy panel shows?

Despite efforts to create gender balance, we’re still not there - and it’s not good enough to blame the unwelcoming atmosphere

Barrington Paul Robinson: We must open the doors to new talent

The Responder creative producer explains how early career support can make all the difference

The immersive content coming to football stadiums

Extreme Networks’ CTO of EMEA, Markus Nispel, reveals how he believes AR, VR, and more will be used in stadiums

The Basics: The geography of a TV studio gallery

dock10 studio manager David Blake explains how a TV studio gallery is set up

The GenAI opportunities & challenges for the streaming industry

Maureen Kerr, partner and head of media & entertainment at UK Arthur D. Little, explains what it could mean for the sector

What is End-to-End and Why Does it Matter?

Bleuenn Le Goffic at Accedo explains why the much used term “end-to-end solution” is rarely a truly accurate description

Adam Jacobs: Why it might be time for guerilla commissioning

The creative director of Quintus Studios on getting unscripted ideas greenlit in difficult times

Why the truth about climate change is a fiendish challenge for broadcasters

The deeply political nature of the issue must be confronted head on, writes Alf Lawrie

May The Fourth: How streaming has powered the return of the jedi

Guy Meyers, regional director of customer success at Recurly explains how older franchises such as Star Wars have benefitted from streaming platforms

What filming the NT has taught us about capturing the stage

Vivid Broadcast founder and director Rory Springthorpe explains how they capture the stage for cinema

How to produce live sport sustainably

IMG head of engineering, studios, Brian Leonard gives advice on how to approach live production without damaging the environment

Neil Thompson: GMB’s commitment to live TV is key to success

A decade of being topical and ‘in the moment’ has transformed our breakfast news bulletin into a global brand, says the Good Morning Britain editor

Fatima Salaria: When TV gets representation right, it can be inspirational

Programmes like This Town and Defiance show the power of great storytelling to challenge, provoke and inspire

Q&A: Top tips on launching a FAST channel

To mark the launch of Staccs TV in the UK today, CEO Robert Kviby gives his advice on how to approach FAST

What does the Paralympics mean for representation in broadcast?

Purple Goat global client director Dom Hyams has been impressed by Channel 4 but thinks more needs to be done

HDR – What You Need to Know

Zeb Chadfield at The Finish Line provides an easy-to-follow guide outlining what to consider when finishing in High Dynamic Range

Humble winners are a cause for optimism in tough times

The 1% Club and Baby Reindeer couldn’t be more different – but these relatively modest British shows are both smashing it

Dan Li: Red Eye’s representation of South East Asians is long overdue

SE Asian actors are too often confined to minor, stereotyped roles - but mercifully things are starting to change

Lucy Pilkington: Co-pros aren’t scary - think of them as dating

Co-production can be a quick fling or a long-term thing - but the right partnership can be a win for everyone involved

Autism is not an on-screen entertainment fix

To mark Autism Awareness Month, Talisha ‘Tee Cee’ Johnson urges the industry to reflect different experiences of those on the spectrum

Camilla Arnold: Start bringing deaf talent into your team

To mark Deaf Awareness Week, the chief executive of the British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust outlines the organisation’s achievements

It’s time to bridge the gap in women’s sport data

Pixellot VP of sales, coaching and analytics division, Kristen “Kiki” Enderle on why its vital data and analytics are brought to women’s sport

How AI could transform sport viewing

Infinite Athlete VP of product, Felicia Yue, on what the fast-developing technology could mean for the industry

Sector shows resolve amid the downturn

‘The current downturn is the most acutely felt, but is helping producers and distributors laser-focus on their strengths’

8 Top Tips to shift your podcast from audio to video

Michael Olatunji of Outset Studio offers eight tips to make the most of the possibilities of taking your podcast from audio to video

Scott Bryan: continuity announcers are television’s unsung heroes

The role could be at risk in the age of streaming, but their empathetic and skilful contributions would be sorely missed

Kate Bulkley: Big sporting events are key in ‘challenging’ ad market

Euro 2024 will provide a much-needed boost to ITV’s coffers during a difficult period for the commercial broadcaster

Why the industry is in danger of data overload

Martin Riley at 7FiveFive explains how to control costs and optimise workflows while keeping growing data requirements under control

How we marketed The Hundred

Contented executive creative director Paul Reid reveals the thought process behind the cricket competition

Drama co-pros feel the pinch, leaving projects in limbo

Even the best-funded genre is under pressure as market conditions prompt a rethink

How can brands approach the summer of sport?

Paul Briggs, SVP Europe at Silverpush, looks at possible strategies for brands over a busy summer

A painful reshaping of the indie sector

‘A leaner British indie community may emerge in the coming years, one that is more robust for having ridden out such challenging conditions’

How broadcasters must evolve for Gen Z

Steve Norris, director of production & content at EMG/Gravity Media, on what he thinks broadcasters should prioritise to capture younger audiences

Should music libraries accept GenAI compositions?

Jenn Anderson-Miller of Audiosocket discusses how to ensure AI is used responsibly, ethically, and has equitable outcomes for all

Derek Drennan: Is unscripted the forgotten child?

Last week’s budget had great news for HETV, but other areas of the industry are feeling a little neglected

The ethics of collaborating with documentary ‘story holders’

Genuinely working with contributors, rather than just filming them, is a powerful tool, writes Anna Keel

IWD: When will grading with a woman stop feeling like a novelty?

Emily Russul Saib at OnSight on the difficulty in making yourself heard, the fear of imposter syndrome and having to advocate for yourself that bit harder

IWD: Cinesite discusses its menopause policy

Sashka Jankovska explains how the company is ensuring staff understand what menopause is, and are able to talk about it openly and without embarrassment

IWD: The importance of female mentors in our industry

Christine Kelly at Gorilla explains why she believes it’s essential to mentor and inspire other women, and help them navigate male-heavy environments

IWD: Enabling diversity in the workplace

Rowan Bray, MD, Clear Cut Group explains how the post-production sector is working hard to establish a more diverse workforce

Directors UK chief: ‘It’s hard to see how directors can sustain a career’

Andy Harrower warns a steady stream of programmes cuts means the industry is haemorrhaging talent

How athletes can bring authenticity to content

Jon Dyson, head of sport at Formidable, explains the value of authenticity

Exploring the growing appeal of Asia

Documentary agent Moray Coulter shares his experiences of a trip to Asia TV Forum

Sarudzayi Marufu: Producers must embrace private equity lifeline

It might not be a silver bullet, but it’s vital that the industry finds a way to diversify its funding

Hannah Cheers: Reducing Hollyoaks hours will allow us to do our stories justice

The Hollyoaks executive producer explains why dropping from five eps a week to three will help the show better serve its audience

Kerene Barefield: It’s time for a new way of doing business

As the freelancer crisis continues, the industry needs to create new ways to keep the door open for those who are struggling

Roy Ackerman: Development should be a joy not a costly barrier to creativity

The demands being placed on producers before a project is even greenlit are creating unnecessary hurdles

Capital gains: The UK welcomes the world

The London TV Screenings has cemented its place in the industry’s calendar

Is the motorsport docuseries market overcrowded?

Simon Hinchliffe, Prism Sport and Entertainment head of motorsport, looks at whether the cluttered landscape of behind-the-scenes motorsport series is it makes it hard for new entrants to succeed

What traditional broadcasters can take from Netflix’s sport strategy

Luke Boyle, chief growth officer at UIC Digital, gives his recommendations to the likes of the BBC & ITV

Bronagh Monahan: YouTube isn’t a threat - it’s an untapped resource

The video platform offers a pipeline for talent who can really shine on linear

Take a deep breath and keep the faith through tough times

The short-term outlook may still be gloomy, but viewers haven’t lost their appetite for quality TV

Why broadcasters need to get off the sidelines to grow women’s sport

Anna Reynolds, consultant and Yonder Consulting, believes broadcasters could miss the opportunity available with women’s sport

Why I believe the entertainment industry mustn’t fear AI

Tim Levy, CEO of digital twin creator Twyn, gives his pitch as to why the media industry should embrace AI

Channel 4’s digital-first lesson for broadcasters

James Reeve at UIC Digital on the need for broadcasters to innovate, or eventually get left behind

This Super Bowl, Gen Z are voting for spectacle over sport

Tom McGirr, executive director of strategy and creative at The Wild By Jungle, on how American sport is attracting younger viewers

Honoring the best of British TV

‘Big events, big shows and big brave programming bets have never felt so vital’

Rukhsana Mosam: RIP RDF

The 30-year-old indie was past its prime - but that prime was something rare and special, says Ten66 Television’s creative director

Why augmented streaming could be key for sport

Sportradar SVP of audiovisual, Patrick Mostboeck, gives his 2024 predictions for augmented streaming

The right business model is key to company valuation

Some major media firms are up for sale but what they are worth depends on how you see the market developing

Will Hanrahan: Midlands indies welcome BBC’s return and fund support

FirstLook TV’s creative director on the importance of the Small Indie Fund

Sarah Lee: Signs of recovery in the TV jobs market, but industry must collaborate

This January has seen more jobs advertised than in any month since September 2023

Ian Rumsey: Collective effort is needed to weather the storm

The production industry can emerge from the slowdown in a good, if different, place

Busting cloud content security myths

David Rosen, VP of cloud applications – imaging solutions, at Sony, gives his tips on cloud security

Navigating the Ethical Challenges of AI

Jesse Shemen at Papercup discusses what AI companies can do to ensure AI and human creativity can coexist

Senior figures can be bullied too: a director speaks out

The devastating impact of bullying can be magnified by the pitfalls of informal referencing, writes an anonymous director

Best firms shine for staff in tough times

‘The 45 firms on our list have managed to keep morale high and workers feeling valued’

John McVay: The evolved Terms of Trade will help indies continue to thrive

The Terms of Trade had a revolutionary effect on the industry - and the changes in the Media Bill will safeguard their future

Stuart Pender: Podcasts can enhance TV documentary storytelling

Simultaneous commissions of podcasts and TV docs offer an efficient way to enage audiences and dig deeper into your subject

Big bets and clever commissions kick off the new year in style

Linear is far from dead – but there’s more to Gladiators and Mr Bates’ success than a slot in the schedule

Open letter to Tim Davie: 10 ways to survive 2027

BBC expert John Mair lays out his thoughts for the director general as the BBC prepares for the future funding debate

Mark Webb: Why The Traitors’ inclusion of disability has been pitch perfect

The disability advocate outlines how the BBC1 format helps disabled people feel seen

Three big tech themes for post-production in 2024

Chris Bailey, head of innovation at Jigsaw24 Media, reveals what post-production houses should be prioritising in 2024

How to ditch legacy workflows and start afresh

Tim Burton at 7fivefive explains how cloud economic models can deliver a plethora of long-term benefits

How to raise the quality of sport broadcasts

Greg Doggett, sales director for sports at Telestream, writes about how sport can continue to raise the quality of broadcasts

Seetha Kumar: assessing eight years at ScreenSkills

Outgoing chief executive discusses the successes and challenges of navigating skills policy in our sector

Why broadcast & streaming need standardised sustainability metrics

Johan Bolin, chief business officer of media & broadcast at Agile Content, calls for collaboration across the industry

How to win the fan engagement war in 2024

Snap’s senior manager of international sports partnerships, Kahlen Macaulay, reveals why a mix of tech, celebrity stardust and access-all-areas experiences could be key

Philippa Childs: Now is the time to stand up for the BBC

If we allow the BBC to be undermined, our cultural landscape and democracy will be fundamentally weakened

Danny Brocklehurst: ‘Real life’ drama should always be rooted in truth

Writers getting a little creative with the facts is one thing, but we don’t want Arthur Scargill on a motorbike

Scott Bryan: The industry should follow these new year resolutions

Let’s do away with the pointless rebrandings, invasive personalised ads and meaningless figures and support our staff

Provocative language and antisemitic tropes don’t help the industry come together

Suggesting people are scared to speak out against Israel implies the old trope that Jews control the media, writes Fulwell 73’s Leo Pearlman

BBC’s future up for grabs, even as good sense prevails with chair

Samir Shah breaks the mould, but faces plenty of challenges as licence fee review kicks off in earnest

Fear of backlash stifles open exchanges on Israel/Gaza

Fatima Salaria hands her column to an anonymous colleague to explore why discussing the Middle East is so challenging

Mike Darcey: Netflix is the clear winner of the streaming wars

While the US streamer’s strategy is paying off, rivals are in a sorry state and need to reassess their business models

Studios should take the lead on clean energy

Bottle Yard’s business operations manager and sustainability lead Katherine Nash on how community energy could spell new opportunities for studio solar installations

Buyers have their say on slowdown

70 buyers from across the industry reveal their views on the current industry landscape and how they’re navigating the slowdown

Indies desperate for clarity as brutal year draws to a close

Uncertainty over Channel 4 commissioning patterns has been a factor for much of the year

Richard Wallis: A Sustainable Future for Skills report offers a welcome vision for developing talent

Georgia Brown’s taskforce offers us a way forward - it’s vital that we act on it

Media giants look to the past to build models for the future

Advertising tiers, windowing and licensing are all making a comeback as studios return to old formulas for success

Lucy Frazer: The Media Bill will unleash the full potential of our PSBs

Culture secretary praises broadcasters but says ‘success today is not a guarantee of success tomorrow’

Why our Glasgow indie now has desks in London and friends in Europe

Commissioners still want to talk in London - but Ofcom rule changes would help to shift that

Why we shot our JFK doc on film

Producer director Sarah Hunt explains the joys and challenges of taking modern-day Dallas back to the 1960s using Super 8

What sport broadcasters get wrong about Gen Z

Andrew O’Neil, head of sports (EMEA and APAC) at Vizrt, explains how broadcasters should approach the younger generation

The Basics: Everything you need to know about "shiny floor" studios

Paul McGavin, studio turnaround manager at dock10, explains why shiny floor shows are called just that

Dan Walker: TV can still be a powerful tool to make a difference

Programmes which touch people’s lives are public service broadcasting at its finest

On-the-ground journalism can illuminate humanity across the divides of conflict

Channel 4 commissioning editor Nevine Mabro on the broadcaster’s commitment to international investigations

Comment: Here’s why the Netflix Cup should and must fail

Alexey Milovanov, global executive expert known for work at the last two men’s World Cups, doesn’t believe the event will be a success

Silence from colleagues is a terrible sound for our industry’s Jews

Documentarian Neil Grant issues a plea for understanding as antisemitic incidents escalate in the UK

Why women’s sport coverage needs to catch up with public interest

Duncan Maud, associate partner at OC&C Strategy Consultants explains why now is the time to invest in women’s sport

Lorraine Heggessey: Talent’s bad behaviour has been indulged for too long

The industry has to commit to stamping it out and creating an environment where people feel heard

Roy Ackerman: A good old co-pro may hold key for future of indie docs

Streamer interest may be waning and budgets getti ng smaller but co-pros with PSBs offer a route to success

Race for scale amid tough times points to reshaped indie sector

The bigger players are competing for mega-budgets, while smaller producers get resourceful

Paul Epstein: We still need to be vigilant about AI in writers’ rooms

AI will bring opportunities to the industry, but it cannot replace human ingenuity

Alexander Jacob: Doctors cancellation puts a generation of talent at risk

Director warns loss of a key training ground could have huge impact, and urges greater investment in continuing drama

Sunshine Jackson: You don’t have to be #*@! to work here, but it helps

Many filmmakers thrive in a high-pressure environment - but if we want to make the industry more accessible, we have to accept it’s not healthy

Ria Hebden: Let’s realise the true value of mentorship

The TV industry has some truly brilliant mentors - with greater commitment we could make their expertise available to everyone

Content distribution tips for federations

Colin Moran, VP of production products at LTN, takes a look at the options for mid-to-lower tier sport competitions

Comedy and local content out in force

International editor John Elmes highlights which programmes are likely to make biggest splash in Cannes

Stuart Prebble: Don’t lose faith in the power of telly

It can be frustrating when shows don’t capture the public imagination but the moments when they do make it all worthwhile

The legal issues surrounding deepfakes & AI content

Oliver Lock, reputation management expert at law firm Farrer & Co., gives an overview of the risks and possibilities around AI-created or edited content

The future of AI in TV

dock10 head of production innovation Richard Wormwell gives his thoughts on the current buzz topic

Innovation Takes Centre Stage at IBC

Andy Walker at Accenture provides his opinion on the main themes to emerge from IBC2023

Kate Bulkley: It’s all change as media firms rethink their business models

Broadcasters are reviewing how their programming is curated and packaged in a hyper-competitive market

A great year but challenges ahead

“Many report that there is now an expectation for distributors to plug big financing deficits, particularly for scripted programming”

Danny Brocklehurst: Working-class kids need to see there’s a place for them

Making the industry more reflective of the viewers we serve will lead to better programming

How to translate data into a compelling visual story

Ash Potterton at Arrow Media on bringing the data component in stories to life in on-screen graphics

Culture is as important as process in weeding out behaviour

The sector must close the gap between the rhetoric of zero tolerance and the reality of working life for freelancers

Why Netflix should become a channel distributor for its streaming rivals

The end of the streaming wars is in sight, and streamers should grasp the opportunities that it presents

Caroline Norbury: The whack-a-mole approach to bad behaviour isn’t working

It’s time for the whole industry to step up to take collective action on harassment and bullying, the Creative UK chief executive says

Richard Wallis: The Russell Brand revelations are a call for reform

Wholesale cultural changes to tackle sexual impropriety, harassment and bullying must now become a priority

Securing free-to-air services in broadband homes is crucial

Everyone TV boss Jonathan Thompson explains why Freely is an important step in securing the future of the PSBs

How Data Is Empowering Innovation

Skip Levens explains how building modern technology infrastructures will aid the growth of AR, VR and VFX

Adam Jacobs: Digital commissioning could offer freelancers hope in uncertain times

Traditional TV is struggling, but the digital content space is open for business - and it still needs freelancers

Nick Swimer: There are some silver linings for PSBs in the Ofcom Media Nations Report

People are still watching PSBs’ content - but a long-overdue update to the due prominence rules will help to secure their position

Why TV composers need to make Atmos their norm

Sefi Carmel, CEO of SphereTrax, on the benefits of the format

How to keep subscribers during off-season

Vijay Sajja, founder and CEO of Evergent, reveals the strategies that D2C platforms can use to keep viewers signed on

Julie Fernandez: We are making progress on accessibility, but there’s still work to do

Disability access co-ordinators are vital if the industry wants to make real, sustainable change

Scott Bryan: This year’s Edinburgh was fascinating, but not for the reasons you’d expect

Nobody seems to have the answers, Broadcast’s columnist concludes from a surprisingly downbeat TV Festival

Fatima Salaria: Who are we to judge the choices that people make?

Whatever the reason for women stepping away from the industry, we need to do more to help them return to work

British Basketball League's strategy to ‘revolutionise’ the UK game

Joe Edwards, head of marketing at the British Basketball League, reveals its plans for the 23/24 season and beyond

Alex Connock: AI isn’t going to replace the human touch any time soon

The technology has upsides and downsides, but human insight and sensibility cannot be easily replicated

Ash Atalla: Bad behaviour isn’t justified – no matter who you are

It’s time the industry held ‘stars’ to account – and acknowledged that everyone involved in a production has ‘talent’

Is the sector nurturing the next generation of creative leaders?

Experience has been key to dealing with industry challenges, but should we be bedding in execs’ successors?

How women’s football content is leading the way in inclusivity

Yoni Weisberg, director at Chief TV, believes it can go even further show diversity

How women’s football can take the next step

Simon Richardson, strategy director at Amplify, looks at how brands can work with women’s football

How sports streaming can keep up with growing audiences

Shira Kadmon, program manager at Qwilt, looks at how live streaming can improve reliability

My Top Tips for using AI-based VFX tools

Social media influencer Brandon Baum, founder and CEO of StudioB, explains how he uses a range of AI tools in his VFX work

Back of the net: how FAST can score with women’s sport

Jennifer Batty, European head of content acquisitions, Samsung TV Plus, speaks about how FAST could be important to the rise of women’s sport

Diamond Data 6th Cut: why have we not made better progress?

The results are in and frankly they could be better, says Mel Rodrigues

Insensitive true crime titles risk undermining important filmmaking

As channels rush to attract audiences with provocative titles, grieving families can be left feeling traumatised and powerless

Accommodations for neurodiverse staff can benefit the whole industry

Runner Hassaan Mohammad reflects on how his experiences show that a little flexibility can go a long way

Scott Bryan: There’s nothing wrong with a relaxed take on copyright

Stopping viewers from sharing footage on social media risks losing the buzz created by great TV moments

Mike Darcey: The industry must not repeat the mistakes of newspapers

Broadcasters and streamers need to face up to the fact that the problems they face may be structural rather than cyclical

Hot Shots continue to raise the bar

‘This year’s cohort are not just brilliant at their jobs, they are also people who have made a difference’

The Rosie Jones doc: Why I advised Channel 4 to go with that title

Channel 4 disability consultant Ally Castle explains the thinking behind the controversial name

What’s in a name? Provocative titles in the spotlight

Broadcasters are attempting to balance the need to stand out with the possibility of upsetting contributors or the public, says Chris Curtis

Only eyewitness journalism can solve the case of Schrödinger’s War

The necessity of on-the-ground reporting has never been more apparent, argues Sky News chief Jonathan Levy

Creating a state-of-the-art shark lab in CG

Arrow Media’s Nick Metcalfe goes behind-the-scenes during the making of When Sharks Attack 360

Action and accessibility hold key to Blindspot appeal

Director Jordan Hogg on how simple questions made producing the Clapperboard/Channel 5’s drama a better experience

Kate Bulkley: Broadcasters need to be smart to hook Gen Z viewers

The challenge is not only to come up with relevant content, but to find new ways to ensure it reaches the target audience

Andy Waters: Pushing boundaries is vital – especially in tough times

Embracing tech such as virtual production can help navigate challenging periods in a sustainable way, says the Dock 10 head of studios

Roy Ackerman: My top 10 tips for navigating an industry reset

Turmoil in the streaming business is striking fear into factual producers, but we will come out the other side

Simon Evans: Bringing down the curtain on Staged

The lockdown comedy is the product of a strange time, but it continues to resonate even as it draws to a conclusion

The challenges of navigating a summer of discontent

Indies and freelancers face a tough period as inflation pushes up costs and commissioning falls, says Chris Curtis

Black Mirror: reflections on true crime

Charlie Brooker’s pastiche in Loch Henry serves to reinforce the importance of the documentary staple in popular culture argues Will Hanrahan

Nick Swimer: How the Media Bill could modernise due prominence

Moves to make ‘due prominence’ requirements fit for the digital age are long overdue, and much is still unclear

Marcus Ryder: AI presents an existential threat to media diversity

Here’s how we can protect the precious progress with have made on diversity from the biases built into artificial intelligence

The ongoing fight for gender equality in sport

Molly Towers Mode, account director at EssenceMediacom, looks at the disparity in attention given to women’s sport when compared to men’s

Are broadcasters missing an open goal with Women’s World Cup influencers?

Rachel Powney, global VP of marketing at Influencer, takes a look at how broadcasters could use social media stars

Andy R. Worboys: Why I’m quitting as an editor

The industry’s refusal to take a chance on people is making docs look samey - and worse, it’s driving talent out

Gwenda Carnie: Deal-making tips for creative people

Ahead of the Sheffield Doc Fest, here are some helpful hints for a moment creatives anticipate and dread in equal measure

John Cassy: It’s early days, but Apple’s virtual reality headset really could change everything

VR will bring in new ways of experiencing and telling stories – and the TV world must be prepared to evolve

The Future of sustainability in the broadcast sector

With World Environment Day encouraging action for the protection of the environment, Adrian Pennington talks to tech companies about their sustainability plans

First look at the Apple Vision Pro

Analyst Paolo Pescatore gives a first insight into the new tool, after attending its reveal at the 2023 Apple Worldwide Developers Conference

Stephen Arnell: Never mind the optics, show me the money

It’s an arrogant mistake to award sizeable bonuses to C4’s top team shortly after cost-cutting measures left producers in the lurch

Faraz Osman: Under-representation persists but there is cause for optimism

Younger generations are exploring their identity on their own terms and the way they support each other is inspiring

Fatima Salaria: Taking time out has given me a fresh perspective

The value of journalism and the challenges that women and people of colour face have been brought into focus, says Fatima Salaria

Training needs to adapt to TV’s specific needs

Seetha Kumar: Government-backed apprenticeships have given emerging talent a break, but they have exposed faultlines in the system

Schedules and familiar shows take us back to the future

Clear release patterns and even clearer programme concepts appear to be the order of the day

Rescue the relationship between public service content and young people

Reach audiences where they are, rather than where we think they should be, says Emma Scott

How pots of funding can help middle ground indies

Candour Productions director of development Hannah Demidowicz on the vital support available to indies

Comment: unpicking the slowdown with Talent Manager data

The volume of jobs being advertised is well down on pre-pandemic levels, says Sarah Lee

Why multi-language audio will “drastically change” YouTube content

Jesse Shemen, CEO and co-founder of AI dubbing firm Papercup, reveals his thoughts on YouTube’s latest feature

The growing influence of gaming VFX on the film and TV industry

Allan Poore at Unity explains how the lines between gaming and film technology are more blurred than ever

How we brought Eurovision to UK viewers

dock10 studio manager Adam Balcombe reveals the facility’s work as a production base for the BBC’s transmission

Sara Putt: While we celebrate our industry’s excellence, let’s remember tomorrow’s talent

We must level the playing field if we want the best creatives, says the deputy chair of BAFTA and chair of the BAFTA TV Committee

The creative use of generative AI in post-production

Graham McGuinness at Jigsaw24 Media explains how AI is already helping post-production with creating technical grades and post-producing scripted content

What could FIFA’s threat of a Women’s World Cup TV blackout spell for broadcasters?

Voiceworks head of sport Jim Salveson on how broadcasters can approach the issue

Nick Swimer: The Media Bill could lay the foundations for regional indie growth

The opportunities this legislation presents for out-of-London production are in danger of being overlooked

The rise of France as a VFX hub

Tony White explains why France could soon lay claim to being the next big home for visual effects

Scott Bryan: Even in the streaming age, there’s plenty of life in live

The industry and the audience would both be worse off if the rise of streaming makes live shows a thing of the past

Mike Darcey: BBC is betting goodwill holds key to licence fee debate

Viewers struggling with the cost of living may decide not to pay the licence fee despite using a plethora of free services

Leo Pearlman: The industry overlooks the north east at its peril

The TV sector stands to reap significant benefits if it follows Fulwell 73’s lead and invests in this incredible region

Christopher Yip: TV must trust people of colour to tell their own stories

The industry needs to embrace the wealth of talent that exists if it wants to make honest, authentic shows

Chloe Sarosh: Why we need new voices in natural history

Wildstar Films’ executive producer explains why increasing diversity in wildlife films is crucial

Tweaks to distribution models point to more flexible future

Format deals are back with a bang thanks to the fresh thinking and bold partnership behind The Traitors

Factual leads the charge in Cannes

“Unscripted programming is the driving force as documentary accounts for half our Hot Picks”

Competition in the streaming business is growing FAST

Revenues from free-ad supported TV channels are predicted to triple by 2027 and the battle is on to win the biggest share, says Kate Bulkley

It’s time for an overhaul of TV ratings

Pierre De Lannoy, EMEA Strategy Director at MiQ on how TV ratings need to keep up with changing viewing habits

Will Hanrahan: look to journalists when setting true crime standards

Established journalistic good practice balances ethical conundrums with exposing wrongdoing – so let’s not reinvent the wheel

What can Wrexham’s Hollywood takeover teach other sports brands?

Chris Whitson, global head of strategy at creative agency Iris, explains how other rights holders could follow in Wrexham’s footsteps

Job uncertainty threatens progress made on diversity

Great strides have been made in attracting people from diverse backgrounds – but now we need to keep them, says Lorraine Heggessey

Julia Lopez: Let’s make sure the UK keeps making brilliant kids’ TV

The DCMS minister explains how the government plans to ensure children can continue to access inspiring, life-enriching British-made content

Talent crunch poses questions we desperately need to answer

The logjam has finally eased off – so now is the time to get stuck into practical solutions

Bumps along the road to recovery

‘Given what we have all endured, there is much to celebrate in this year’s survey’

Making the South West a VFX and creative production hub

Lux Aeterna’s James Pollock outlines the work of the MyWorld project to bring high-end R&D to the region, especially around AI and real-time rendering

How Five Mile brought fixed rig to The Dog Academy

Executive producer Adam Chapman reveals why Five Mile Films went with fixed rig production

The key to not ruining a good series: knowing when to stop

It’s tempting to continue season after season with a hit series, but that’s when you put its legacy at risk, says Danny Brocklehurst

Breathing exercises can’t fix production’s mental heath crisis

Instead of mindfulness tips, production companies and broadcasters should be offering up the cash to make workloads manageable, an anonymous freelancer says

Robin Elias: We forget the sacrifices of frontline news teams at our peril

20 years on from the start of the Iraq war, the International News Safety Institute chair reflects on colleagues he’s lost and the value of their work

AI – boon or bane?

Andre Torsvik, Vizrt VP of product marketing, analyses possible uses for AI in TV production

Can cloud tech help broadcasters recalibrate news content to meet user demand?

Olivier Bovis, head of media solutions at Sony Europe argues broadcasters can glean important insights from how users engage with news content on social media and how cloud technology can assist

Rebecca Thompson: Indies are facing a perfect storm and C4 wants to help

The head of indie relations at Channel 4 on why broadcasters have a key role to play in supporting the indie sector

Joanna Carr: In an increasingly turbulent world, we need brilliant current affairs

Powerful reporting that delves behind the headlines has never been more necessary - fortunately, TV journalists are delivering

Vine FX: Why we moved out of Soho

Michael Illingworth of Vine FX explains his company’s journey out of Soho to Cambridge while establishing a global workforce

Charlene Chika Osuagwu: ‘Paula’ shows how much still needs to change

The producer of Curious Films’ Paula Yates doc reflects on the questions the film raises over the treatment of women in the public eye

Why do BBC’s editorial guidelines still carry foreword by Tony Hall?

Staff are raising the question because the guidance is fronted by DG who left almost three years ago, writes Tara Conlan

CITV closure not surprising but ITV’s attitude to children’s TV is “unfathomable”

Children’s Media Foundation director Greg Childs says ITV’s approach is a “big mistake”

Neil Duncanson: How Create Central is turning Birmingham into a global media player

The opening of the Bond creative hub is a key step in reinvigorating the West Midlands’ TV industry and inspiring the next generation of local talent

Vicki Lines-Gibbs: I yawn a lot, don’t take it personally – MS, TV and me

The creative director of Gritty Talent highlights how flexible working supports her as a disabled woman - and why it benefits the whole industry

RTS Journalism Awards’ ‘smattering of colour’ fails to mask uncomfortable truth

The journalism that is most valued by the industry and shapes national British debates remains overwhelmingly white, writes Marcus Ryder

Matt Laycock: Data on shows’ streaming performances can offer valuable insight

Understanding how viewers are consuming streamed content can inform industry decisions on metrics and strategy, says Barb’s audiences director

Fatima Salaria: We would all benefit from taking time out to recharge

Burnout is a very real problem in this industry and those in need of a break deserve support

To box set or not? Industry grapples with release dilemma

A more balanced approach appears to be emerging as broadcasters experiment with different strategies

Neil Grant: Where is the next generation of fearless current affairs reporters?

New recruits’ lack of fire and broadcasters’ failure to support them means there will be no one to take the baton when today’s veterans retire

Victor Lewis-Smith’s final act of TV rebellion

In Fix or Fail, the acerbic broadcaster takes aim at fluffy business reality shows - and shaped my own philosophy, says collaborator Ryan Howsam

How collaboration is beaming the UK’s biggest cultural moments across the globe

YouTube UK and Ireland managing director says partnerships between live events, traditional TV and online platforms represent the future

Celebrating the best of British TV

‘What they share is the alchemy that takes place when clever, creative ideas combine with amazing production and top-tier on-screen talent’

Kate Bulkley: Broadcasters and streamers play it safe in tough times

Reboots, safe bets and programme extensions are the order of the day as global production spending growth slows

It’s too soon to mourn the death of the premium doc

The boom may have slowed down, but there is still life in the genre as streamers continue to want the best ideas, says Roy Ackerman

C4 saga is far from over as industry rings the changes

U-turn on privatisation comes during a period of flux for broadcasters and indies alike, writes Chris Curtis

Best firms make staff feel valued

‘The top workplaces are offering more tangible support as the cost-of-living crisis unfolds’

No-one must be left behind in the streaming revolution

The fabric of our industry is at risk if we don’t protect universality, warns Jonathan Thompson, as DUK unveils a rebrand

TV must put its money where its mouth is on diversity

Reluctance to listen to or pay black creatives reveals the darker side of shallow diversity intiatives, says Gabriella Lafor

Analysts: Reed Hastings exit marks the end of an era at Netflix

SVoD is adjusting to the post-peak streaming market, according to GlobalData analysts

Richard Wallis: The voice of the production manager must be heard

The current talent shortage in production management is emblematic of a bigger challenge - and it’s time to find out more

Why technical support is heading for a perfect storm

Ian Somerville at Jigsaw24 Media explains why dedicated specialist tech support is more essential than ever before

Keely Winstone: Time for an alternative to factual drama

The Stonehouse doc maker asks whether the way we label retellings of history could actually be the problem

Suzanne Lavery: true crime must find fresh ways to tell victims’ stories

Audiences love true crime, but they are also becoming more discerning - and the perpetrator obsessed cliches of the past just won’t cut it

Michelle Donelan: why I won’t sell C4

Exclusive: culture secretary reveals rationale for calling off previous regime’s privatisation plan

C4 is safe – but now faces in-house dilemma

Broadcaster will now enter a new era, irrespective of avoiding privatisation

Gearing up for a world without traditional broadcast TV

Pierre de Lannoy at MiQ discusses how the industry can adapt to an internet-only TV environment

Mike Darcey: Bob Iger has his work cut out to bring back Disney magic

The problems the former chief executive has been brought back to fix are the result of his own strategic calls

Is D2C the next frontier for sports streaming?

Johan Bolin, CTO at Agile Content, examines whether D2C is the right option for major rights holders

Using Dolby Atmos to distribute production music

Garry Judd at Artful Production Music explains why libraries should look to offer Dolby Atmos music mixes

Scott Bryan: Rebranding channels can create confusion rather than clarity

Updating long-established channel and platform names for the streaming age doesn’t always pay off

No one wins if the balance of reboots tips too far out of kilter

It makes sense for broadcasters to play it safe, but reboots are limited and offer no guarantees

Paul Sumpter: Creating the new sound of ITV and ITVX

The creative director of the sound house behind the musical aspects of ITVX explains how it came about

Why podcasts are vital for major sport events

Jim Salveson, director of sport at Sport Social Podcast Network, takes a look at how to approach audio during the Qatar 2022 World Cup

COMMENT: A smarter way to work with metadata

Sunil Mudholkar, vice president of product management at EditShare on the value of handling metadata more efficiently

Broadcasters overlook the Midlands at their peril

The Midlands region accounts for more than a quarter of BBC licence fee income - it’s time some of that was reinvested, Will Hanrahan says

Sign2Win is quietly revolutionary television

The gameshow featuring Deaf contestants, host and crew has challenged the industry to produce more gripping, inclusive TV

How AI can automate multi-language dubbing

Jesse Shemen, co-founder and CEO of Papercup explains how AI can help your content reach big global audiences on FAST platforms

Stripped shows and indie deals prove factual firepower

The genre is showing its strength with a raft of indie acquisitions and some bold and punchy scheduling

Confidence takes a hit as costs rise

‘The economic situation is having an impact on commissioners’ appetite for risk’

Danny Brocklehurst: Think hard before bringing a real-life murder case to screen

Audiences love true crime, but film-makers need to consider its impact on the community involved, says Danny Brocklehurst

Kate Bulkley: Economic uncertainty won’t put the brakes on M&A boom

Hunger for intellectual property will continue to drive acquisitions from strategic buyers in spite of rising debt costs, says Kate Bulkley

Faraz Osman: What’s the alternative to Twitter?

Broadcasters and producers have few other ways to connect with audiences and get feedback on their shows, says Faraz Osman

How live production can tackle sustainability

Norbert Paquet, head of live production for Sony Europe, looks at the steps that can be taken

Life rights – a ‘mostly true’ story

Adapting a real-life narrative often means navigating a complex range of legal issues, says Nick Swimer

Risk-taking is required to find next gen hits

Telly’s not rubbish says Andrew Newman, but it wouldn’t hurt if it got a bolder

Tech updates offer a photo-real future for virtual production

Rob Chandler of Morden Wolf explains why Unreal Engine 5 and nVidia’s 4000 series graphic card will revolutionise virtual production

COMMENT: The value of hands-on training for creative roles

Rachel Nicholson at Backstage Academy highlights the importance of a skills-based education

How Jigsaw24 is tackling the skills shortage

Jason Cowan, Jigsaw24 Media business director, on the company’s post-production training scheme

Why Shoot The Company launched a new studio for short-form

Shoot co-founder Henry Wilks outlines the vision behind Creative Shoots

BBC and C4 must fight for their future amid political turmoil

A grown-up debate is required – but will the circumstances allow for a nuanced and intelligent exchange?

Top marks to Strictly for putting inclusivity at its core

The BBC1 show is leading by example, but now the rest of the industry should follow suit, says Fatima Salaria

Talent shines bright in a record year

‘It is reassuring to know that for the stars of the future, talent and kindness are compatible attributes’

Lorraine Heggessey: Documentary-makers are still pushing the boundaries

As the 50th Grierson Awards shows, the genre is in great shape, but fresh voices are needed if it is to continue to flourish, says Lorraine Heggessey

Jules Hussey: why I quit producing

Ralph & Katie and Guilt producer sets out her reasons for focusing on fledgling indie Brazen

Derek Drennan: retaining the best production management talent

Retaining production staff is a growing challenge, and will require a shift in employer approach

Mipcom returns bigger and bolder

International editor John Elmes highlights which programmes are likely to make biggest splash in Cannes

Netflix hastens ad-supported plan to take on Disney+

GlobalData, the new owner of Broadcast / MBI, expects budget-conscious consumers to embrace Basic with Ads tier

Going for Broke: a tricky path from football to TV

Marvin Sordell on breaking the stigma of footballers being solely focused on the game & how life experiences can translate into fresh takes in TV

The Premier League at thirty - what should it sound like next?

Paul Reynolds, MD EMEA and operations director at MassiveMusic, looks at the Premier League’s audio strategy

The industry must protect its ability to collaborate across Europe

Director Alex Jacob argues European co-production is a brilliant experience - but Brexit is making it difficult

Steven D Wright: why is telly so shit?

30 years to the day after taking his first job, the producer asks how TV became a bland landscape of elves, celebrities and cheesemaking

Pitching shows in the US is a whole new ball game

I’ve had to quickly master new terminology and working practices in a country where the deal is king, says Roy Ackerman

The Queen’s funeral was a TV production masterclass

As King Charles III takes his place on the throne, the global audience’s appetite for royal stories will only grow, says Nick Bullen

Mipcom returns in full force to an industry in a state of flux

The production boom continues apace, but industry is grappling with a raft of new challenges

Growth returns but sector feels economic pinch

“Fighting consolidation and competing for programming, a growth story is a good story and UK distributors have stepped up once again”

Marcus Ryder: Queen’s death has exposed UK media’s diversity problem

‘At important national moments such as these, it is vital that the whole country is represented in all its diversity’

How cloud can help the skills shortage

Jon Raidel, global center of excellence lead, live production in the cloud, at Vizrt, on how cloud production could help ease the current staffing issues

Revivals can give broadcasters the edge over SVoDs

Debates over the ’laziness’ of reboots dominated Edinburgh but Scott Bryan argues familiar formats can be challenging and rewarding

Production managers have been forgotten - again

Bafta’s ’Behind Every Bafta’ advert continues a long tradition of overlooking production managers’ contribution to the industry, says Joe McDermott

Katz: a C4 recommission is about more than viewing figures

Linear and All 4 audience data, cost of production and whether a show hits our public service remit all come into play

Winners all round as Uefa divvies up broadcast rights

With BT, Amazon and the BBC sharing the spoils, the latest rights auction offers pointers to how the market is evolving, says Mike Darcey

Script editors aren’t given the credit they deserve

These unsung heroes have one of the most important roles in the writing process, says Danny Brocklehurst

The subscribers-at-any-cost model is no longer feasible

As consumers tighten their belts, streamers will have to embrace more traditional business models to survive, says Kate Bulkley

Breakout British hits can help Netflix navigate its wobble

Dip in subscribers increases the stakes in the streaming wars

Building a strong and inclusive studio culture in a virtual world

Jellyfish Pictures founder Phil Dobree discusses how to create and harness a great company culture in a hybrid working environment

When it comes to training, we need more than sink-or-swim

A more structured approach could reduce the skills gap, open opportunities to freelancers and boost the health of the industry, says Kate Fletcher

Meet Jonathan Indie-Boss, hirer of the disabled

Stu Richards takes a sideways look at what comes after the diversity recruitment box gets ticked

Alex Morris: five tips for creating social-first content

The director of LadStudios explains why there’s more to social video opportunities than just “shortform”

Scott Bryan: Old gems can be as big a draw as shiny new releases

Archives full of brilliant shows are a powerful but underused weapon in the battle for viewers’ attention

Peter Bazalgette: Change of PM must not derail a vital media bill

Government upheaval should not distract those in power from getting the regulatory regime in order

Heatwave offers chance to seize climate change challenge

From reducing carbon emissions to influencing behaviour through storytelling, the industry has a chance to make a difference

Why reforming advertising rules could make PSBs masters of their own destiny

Nick Swimer says change to the limits on PSB advertising is overdue - but warns it may not lead to an increase in budgets

The beauty of a busy facility

Andrew K Moodie, lead editor at Woodcut Media, explains why facility-based editing works wonders for your career development

Take the Looking Glass survey to help us improve the industry

As the deadline is extended, FTVC’s Alex Pumfrey explains that the Looking Glass Survey is the catalyst for real change

What AI means for the future of broadcasting

Vinayak Shrivastav, CEO & co-founder of VideoVerse, gives his thoughts on the future of AI in the TV industry

Louisa Compton: Glad to be gay is C4’s default setting

‘The channel has always been true to its remit by speaking to audiences that others don’t’

Ash Atalla: Success can feel fleeting so cut yourself some slack

Pinballing between anxiety, joy and disappointment is the price we have to pay for working in such a stimulating sector

Great shows give succour, even as overnights tumble

Judging performance has never been trickier – but quality will always cut through, says Chris Curtis

Sports rights: the new battleground in the streaming wars

Jean-Christophe Pineault, sales manager, sports at MediaKind, on why sport will be the next frontier for the streaming giants

How AI can help re-engage a global news audience

With news appetites declining globally, Papercup CEO Jesse Shemen investigates new localisation options to help halt the slide

Talent crisis won’t be solved by entry level recruitment

Richard Wallis and Christa van Raalte argue that it’s time to change the culture that allows an experienced workforce to leave the industry

Managing bandwidth in remote production

Stephen Tallamy, CTO at EditShare, on one of the main challenges to remote production

The hair and makeup diversity divide

Cynthia De La Rosa outlines the three major problems facing talent of colour

Why the evolution of graphics is adaptive

Petter Ole Jakobsen, chief innovation officer of Vizrt, give his opinion on the future of graphics in broadcast

Bridging animation’s inclusivity gap

JoJo & Gran Gran animation producer Katherine McQueen calls for broadcaster budgets to help fund training for diverse talent

Lorraine Heggessey: Plaudits and awards don’t excuse bad behaviour

TV needs to get its house in order if it is to continue to attract the brightest and best creative talent

Rupert Binsley: The sky’s the limit for first-person drone technology

This new technique allows the kind of cinematic shots that could not previously have been achieved on a TV budget

Playing it safe with familiar content is a risky tactic

Broadcasters are holding their own against the streamers, but too many reboots could undermine that

How two deaf friends became Hunted competitors

Executive producer Lucy Shepherd talks casting, communication and cohorts

Digital humans in the future of film

Goran Milic, Nils Lerin, Anton Söderhäll, and Jonas Törnqvist from VFX studio Goodbye Kansas Studios discuss the evolution of digital humans and how digital humans will affect identity, cinema, and society in the future

Finding value in artificial intelligence

Dan Carew-Jones at Arrow International Media explains how covid-restrictions led to previously untapped opportunities using AI

Sports Content Summit: Diverse crew bring fresh perspective

The team behind Buzz16’s doc Micah Richards: Tackling Racism explain how the company’s approach to diversity helped create a powerful film

Caught In the Net: Using graphics to demystify data

Ash Potterton, executive producer, Arrow Media, explains how cleverly crafted graphics help explain the role of digital data in solving a series of murders

Why talent is never an excuse for bullying

Workplace relationships expert Arran Heal sets out the need for a ‘clear air’ culture

Building positive narratives across our communities

Departing Together TV chair Caroline Diehl calls for greater investment in impact-driven media

How DANC plans to build on a Bafta win

Triple C’s special award has set the stage to turbocharge its 1300-strong disabled talent networking community

Channel 4 - From new channel on the block to broadcasting icon

Paul Reynolds at MassiveMusic discusses the way sound and music have been integral to the success so far of Channel 4

Industry must plan ahead to solve talent crunch in the long term

A better relationship with education and government is crucial to address long-term skill shortages, writes Seetha Kumar

The importance of providing a pathway to regional talent

We must do better at offering local opportunities to local talent says Fulwell 73 co-owner Leo Pearlman

Kate Bulkley: Now is the moment to hop aboard the NFT express

With the market currently standing at £14bn, NFTs offer a direct link to fans and fresh monetisation opportunities

The linear vs streaming battle is a phony war

Rather than one destroying the other, streamers and broadcasters have never been better aligned

Julia Lopez: C4 to be freed from straitjacket of public ownership

Now is the right time to equip broadcaster with the tools and freedoms it needs to guarantee its long-term future, says media minister

Going virtual – A creative yet practical game-changer

Jim Farmery, development director at Yorkshire’s research and innovation centre XPLOR, discusses the creative and practical benefits of virtual production

How Ukrainian film crews are adapting to the reality of war

Ukrainian film crew and facilities companies have mobilised in response to the Russian invasion writes filmmaker Robbie Fraser

Scott Bryan: Declining soaps need to find a way to hook younger viewers

The cancellation of Neighbours shows how vulnerable these former stalwarts of the schedules have become

Slow Horses: striking the right tone

Director James Hawes on See-Saw Films’ ‘anti-Bond’ espionage series for Apple TV+

Factual and formats to the fore at Mip TV

‘In the fight for eyeballs, the supremacy of drama is being eroded’

Peter Bazalgette: A new kind of journalism has come to the fore in Ukraine

Social media videos combined with responsible reporting provide a powerful antidote to fake news and propaganda, says the ITV chair

Time for broadcasters to dare to be different

ITV’s move into the on-demand world signals a new era as PSBs start to push the boundaries

Cautious optimism as industry recovers

‘Given what we have all endured, there is much to celebrate in this year’s survey’

Performing in the age of motion capture

Brett Ineson at Animatrik Film Design discusses how actors can prepare to portray motion capture characters

The future of streaming: power back to the content owners

Rick Allen, CEO and co-founder of Viewlift, makes his predictions for the future of OTT and D2C

How the Breakthrough Leaders programme benefited my career

It’s important to remember why these programmes need to exist, says factual producer Dani Carpanen

Lower cost drama needn’t mean lower quality shows

Chalkboard managing director Mike Benson on getting creative to finance primetime TV

5 Tips for Cloud Production

Jakub Majkowski, COO of Tellyo, offers his advice if you’re planning a cloud production project

Time to change Diamond data into action

We now have five years of granular visibilty around diversity, writes CDN boss Deborah Williams, so let’s act on it

The future of sports production: handing ultimate choice and control to viewers

Vizrt commercial director for global sports, Sam Leadsom, makes his predictions for the future of sports production

Five ways to plug the unscripted skills gap

Gritty Talent’s Mel Rodrigues offers tips for attracting a wider pool of skilled talent

IWD: Setting the scene for a more inclusive industry

Discovery’s Clare Laycock shares her views on improving inclusivity and effecting lasting and meaningful change

IWD 2022: Celebrating women in VFX

Alex Coxon speaks to established and up-and-coming female talent in VFX to find out more about their careers and aspirations

IWD – why there is still much work to do

Progress has been made but we must acknowledge areas where substantial improvement is needed, says WFTV chair Liz Tucker

Peaky Blinders: portraying Birmingham in Manchester

Screen Manchester’s Bobby Cochrane on producing the drama in the heart of a busy city

Upping the game of sports broadcasting with volumetric capture

Sara Gamble, head of volumetric solutions at MRMC, reveals how they’ve made volumetric capture portable

What has happened to the role of production managers?

PMs have become increasingly marginalised and the role is far less attractive than it used to be, says Adrian Pegg

How to organise a successful virtual production shoot

Alexis Haggar of Lexhag VFX says the key is investing time in planning, having a highly skilled team working together, and shooting in the right digital environment

Jazz Gowans: the West Midlands has tonnes of untapped talent

The region is buzzing and the industry would do well to tap into the opportunities it has to offer, says the Nine Lives Media co-creative director

London prepares to welcome the world

London TV Screenings is a celebration of the very best in programming

10 reasons why I quit production

Fanta Jarjussey worked in production for 13 years before opting to leave, below is her open letter to the industry published in full

Faraz Osman: Don’t let the UK’s thriving kids’ content sector wither

With the BBC licence fee frozen and the YACF culled, this vital part of the industry needs as much support as it can get

Good things come in small indie packages – but it’s brutal out there

Broadcasters are doing their bit to help, but the landscape remains precarious for many

Getting to the bottom of comedy’s cancel culture

Comedy is about saying the unsayable but in a fast-changing landscape it’s hard to know what is acceptable

Best firms strike the right balance for staff

‘A diverse cadre of companies has recognised the challenges and is addressing them head on’

Transforming production through digital transformation

Karen Dewey of Lumi.Media offers three ways the TV industry can unlock the power of digital transformation

Why inclusivity and healthy culture are key for indies

Indielab’s Victoria Powell sets out the commercial imperative for inclusive leadership as the 2022 TV Accelerator opens for applications

How the pandemic has changed sports broadcasting forever

Natasha Bougourd speaks about the biggest changes to sports broadcasting over the past two years

Campaigning for screenwriters

Lisa Holdsworth looks ahead to the second half of her term as WGGB chair

How to network like a ninja

Former BBC commissioner and Fast Track to Fearless chief Tracy Forsyth shares five tips for getting ahead

A new way to monetise indie films

Rishi Kapoor from Paus TV explains why he created a streaming platform for indie films, run entirely by tipping

Apprenticeships can ease the headache of talent schemes

During National Apprenticeships Week 2022, BossaNova marketing manager Jasmin Joseph reflects on how her opportunity ignited her career

Safeguarding the mental health of freelance journalists

Clothilde Redfern unpacks the Rory Peck Trust’s dedicated programme of support

5 ways AI and ML will make sports broadcasting smarter

Andre Torsvik, vice president of marketing strategy at Vizrt Group, looks at how sports broadcasts can take advantage

BBC3 revival is good for society

Digital UK chief Jonathan Thompson argues that return of linear channel represents true value

Year of the Tiger will hear Asian content roar

TVF International’s Julian Chou-Lambert sees potential for risk-taking, adventure, and possibility for continent’s ambitious producers

Comment: Connections are what drive our creativity

Creative Coalition Festival director Maia Krall-Fry looks forward to celebrating success and driving forward essential change

Production is booming – but it might not be permanent

Beyond 2022, there are questions about whether high spending can be sustained, and which streamers will survive, says Kate Bulkley

Morse owes its longevity to breaking the mould

After 35 years and three different iterations, the franchise has racked up 750 million global views and shows no sign of stopping, says John Mair

A seriously reduced BBC would be disastrous for the industry

Consultation and clear thinking should be behind any funding changes, not political point-scoring

Making sure Muslim stories are portrayed accurately

Sajid Varda reveals how charity UK Muslim Film helped C4’s comedy drama Screw avoid misinformed stereotypes

What it means to volunteer for Rise Up

Josh Martin, Take 1 product manager, explains what it’s like to volunteer at the Rise Up Academy

What is the True Potential of 5G for Video Contribution?

Kieran Kunhya of Open Broadcast Systems, explains why 5G will have such an impact on live production

Harsh Reality: telling the story of Miriam Rivera

Willard Foxton on why Novel set about revisiting the exploitation of a trans woman in an historic TV programme

The broadcast tech that will be key to the metaverse

Steve Wind-Mozley, chief marketing officer at Vizrt Group, makes his predictions for how broadcast tech providers can target the metaverse

How Tech Innovations enhanced The Green Planet

Rupert Barrington, series producer on forthcoming BBC series The Green Planet on how tech transformed the natural history series

Digital UK: bringing the PSBs together

As Channel 5 joins Digital UK, chair Caroline Thomson looks ahead to a year of anniversaries

It’s high time subtitles were mandatory across the board

Improving accessibility for every viewer should be a requirement for all broadcasters, not an optional extra, says Scott Bryan

Great shows and good souls lift the spirits after a tough year

WFTV winners and Broadcast Awards nominees shine a light on the sector’s remarkable fortitude

BBCS should give emerging indies a leg-up

Partnering on BBC commissions would test the water for more co-pros between large and small players, argues Matthew Angel

Don’t lose sleep over turning of the jobs merry-go-round

We all obsess over who’s in or out, but while people always move on, the quality of shows will win out, says Ash Atalla

Why virtual production needs an influx of tech-savvy creatives

Silver Spoon’s Laura Herzing on the increasing need for creatives to have a firm grasp of the tech inspiring broadcasting innovations

How the pandemic accelerated Reuters’ video production transformation

Michael Young, chief technology officer at Reuters on how the company aimed to move its video delivery to a future-ready, industry-leading, cloud-native platform

How I learned to stop worrying and love AFP

Aligning brands is not just editorially justifiable - it can take a show to the next level, says Harry Bell

Building the best for Birmingham

Over 34 series of The Gadget Show, North One and Channel 5 have ensured regional voices get heard, writes Neil Duncanson

Addressing the balance: changing landscapes in broadcasting

Greg Burns, head of media products at Arqiva, looks at how broadcasters can balance linear and OTT going forward

Time to ‘open doors’ for deaf media professionals

See Hear series producer Camilla Arnold urges TV industry to do more to recruit deaf people

How remote cloud working enhances security

Jon Mason, CEO and co-founder of Hotspring on the security advantages of remote working in VFX

Adopt the ‘grow-pro’ model to give a leg up to smaller indies

Both sides would benefit if the bigger players were required to join forces with smaller firms to land a commission, says Faraz Osman

Black talent need chances to make it in the mainstream

Commissioning for Black History Month is one thing, but diverse casting all year round would make a bigger difference, says Fatima Salaria

Practical challenges make commissioning so hard

Our survey suggests that being swamped by email poses more problems than fostering creativity

Social realism is helping broadcasters in SVoD battle

Series like C4’s It’s A Sin would never be greenlit by an SVoD – but they should, says Danny Brocklehurst

Commissioner Survey: in a nutshell

‘Commissioners will always be the subject of debate and speculation, but this is their chance to tell their own side of the story’

Bullying isn’t just about ‘a few bad apples’

The issue is systemic, according to the authors of Bectu’s report into unscripted management practices

Go green or go home: sustainability in media productions

Craig Wilson, product evangelist at Avid, on how you can reduce the costs of TV production while reducing the carbon impact it has on the planet

The past, present, and future of TV technology

To mark World Television Day, heavyweights from the TV technology industry speak about what’s to come

How Jamie Johnson tackled racism for CBBC

It was time our children’s football drama addressed the issue, says Anita Burgess

Why Strictly’s ‘silent dance’ was so important

Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice’s extraordinary routine reminds producers why purposeful entertainment is so powerful, says Matt Campion

Comment: It's time for a mass migration to the cloud

Neil Anderson at Codemill explains how a cloud-native way of working adds efficiency, scalability and remote accessibility

In My Skin helped me unpick a lifetime of shame

BBC3 drama’s return shows truth is essential to successful scriptwriting, says Kayleigh Llewellyn

Black hosts shouldn’t be seen as ‘risks’

My Channel 4 series The Money Maker was a rare example of a black business expert on British TV, says Eric Collins

Comparable data will benefit the commercial broadcasters

A cross-media measurement service puts TV in a better position to compete for advertising with the online giants, says Kate Bulkley

Distinctive domestic content is key to our national identity

Streamers have brought more choice but the PSB model must be protected, says Peter Bazalgette

Time to stop undervaluing our production managers

They are the backbone of every show and their worth must be acknowledged and properly rewarded, says Lorraine Heggessey

Timing feels right for reset of freelancer relations

Unprecedented demand for crew sits uneasily with the relentless pressure of many productions

Why do so many shows feature violence against women?

‘Would it really be so hard today to come up with imaginative new plots that don’t involve the brutalisation and murder of women?’

Saving the planet is TV’s greatest task

Climate change is the big challenge of our future, so where are all the programmes reflecting its importance, asks Studio Silverback’s Colin Butfield

Will actions match intentions in terms of changing the industry?

The freelance workforce makes changing attitudes about issues such as chronic illness very challenging, writes Laurence Williams

How remote commentary can create a better experience for fans

Uzi Kakuda, head HB production & executive producer, CHL and associate director at Infront Productions on how remote commentary can continue post-pandemic

A sinkhole in Weatherfield? All in a day’s work

Space Studios Manchester’s Dean Sinacola lifts the lid on Corrie’s latest stunt

We’ll secure UK radio’s smart speaker future

The government is prepared to legislate to make sure listeners can easily find their favourite UK stations, writes culture minister Julia Lopez

Unlocking the potential of broadcasting in 5G

BT Sport’s Matt Stagg explains the role of private networks in enabling 5G broadcasts

Why we need more South Asian writer representation

Giving writers the space to portray ourselves authentically on screen will be life changing for so many people, says Furquan Akhtar

ITVS: recognising production management

The industry has woken up to the invaluable contributions of PMs and its now time we implement change, write Angela Jain and Helen Killeen

Looking into Sky Glass

A super slick product, but a potential slow burn, writes Alex Farber

Great drama can speak to audiences in any language

Foreign-language shows are on the rise as viewers focus on quality of content, not country of origin, says Andrea Scrosati

Launching a new studio in the wake of a pandemic

Marylou Thistleton-Smith, founding director of The Voiceover Gallery, reveals the challenges, unexpected positives and reasons behind opening its new studios post-pandemic

Time to rethink received wisdom around streamers

Co-pro boom is helping streamers feel a true part of the UK industry

Distributors make right calls to survive

‘Many sales companies have been forced to take make-or-break decisions and switch business models’

Work with us to usher in a new generation

The boss of Manchester’s Sharp Futures explains why industry partnerships are key to opening up the industry

Comment: How to launch a successful startup

Jon Mason and Varun Parange of VFX talent platform Hotspring provide their top tips for setting up a VFX-focused company in 2021

Comment: How AI is enhancing localisation

Amir Jirbandey at Papercup explains the benefits of AI-powered automated dubbing

How the Tory 'tax on jobs' will impact TV

National Insurance hike will significantly hurt the industry’s workforce, but good preparation will shield you from the worst, says Melanie Reed

In praise of Scotland’s TV arts scene

Commissioning programming locally platforms otherwise unheard stories and improves diversity, says Pauline Law

How Telstra Broadcast Services delivered the Olympics

Anna Lockwood, Telstra Broadcast Services’ global head of sales, explains how it helped the Olympics and Paralympics reach a quarter of the world’s population

Broadcasting challenges for long-form sports

CEO of Cerberus Tech, Chris Clarke looks at how cricket, tennis, and other sports need to adapt for the future

Comment: The timeless art of foley

Soundtrack Creation’s Sefi Carmel explains the mysterious world of foley

Selling C4 would betray underrepresented voices

4Stories could not exist at a profit-driven broadcaster, say Ben Bickerton and Philip Trethowan

We are all Channel 4 - and we can save it

Production newcomers from as far and wide as in Belfast, Glasgow, Birmingham and Brixton would be cut off at source by a sale, says Dermot Lavery

Six ways to make production management fun again

Big Little Fish’s Georgina Surtees delivers her blueprint to ‘make production management a desirable career path’

Preserving ‘did you see’ moments

The stories behind sporting glory are best told via free-to-air says Jonathan Thompson

Black to Front: forging a legacy

We were tired of taking small steps, say Vivienne Molokwu and Shaminder Nahal

We need more bridges to the disabled community

Jack Thorne’s MacTaggart proves that advocates and those with knowledge of the issues can enable the best disabled stories, says Sara Johnson

Time for industry to rise to MacTaggart challenge

If the Edinburgh lecture struck a chord, then do something about it, urge Andrew Roach and Caroline O’Neill

Why sports federations should look to free-to-air

Noel Curran, director general of the European Broadcasting Union - which represents public service broadcasters across the continent, explains why sports federations should continue to back free-to-air broadcasts.

Time is ripe to invest in building a sustainable workforce

Companies that show they appreciate work-life balance will be more successful in attracting the best talent, says recruitment expert Dermot Casey

What video editors can gain from AI and ML

Dave Colantuoni at Avid provides a series of practical examples of where artificial intelligence can aid the work of video editors

How The Hundred can harness the sound of cricket

Paul Reynolds, MD at international creative music agency MassiveMusic, explains how the competition can take advantage of the sport’s musical heritage

Will this (finally) be disability’s breakthrough moment?

Scattered Pictures boss Kim Tserkezie is hopeful Jack Thorne’s MacTaggart Lecture will bring meaningful change in the industry

TV should not be afraid to tackle class issues head-on

The sector should think hard about which definition it opts for, says Elsa Sharp

Olympics highlights the shift in power away from PSBs

Sub-licensing deal with Discovery leaves viewers disappointed and illustrates the tough challenges facing the BBC, says Scott Bryan

Don’t write off C4 – pushing boundaries is still in its DNA

It may not be the risk-taker it once was, but C4 still offers inspiration to many, says Danny Brocklehurst

Resisting privatisation doesn’t mean keeping the status quo

There’s no doubt C4 needs to change – but that’s far more likely if it retains its public ownership

Privatisation: Lessons from C4’s past

What does the previous failed attempt to privatise Channel 4 say about the prospects of avoiding a sale next year?

When Ruby Met….Clive

How Ruby Wax’s teachings on talent shaped Clive Tulloh’s career

Revitalising live shows with virtual audiences

Tom Bowers at interactive audience specialist consultancy Hypothesis Media highlights the creative opportunities for virtual audiences

How far has AI come on and off the court?

Raghavan Subramanian, AVP and head of the Infosys Tennis Platform at Infosys, explains how AI can change how sport is covered.

News channels still hold value

Their business model is challenged but their power and influence shouldn’t be ignored, says Toby Chapman

The future of post-production after Covid

Thomas Urbye, CEO of The Look, explains how post houses and the productions they work with, should change after the pandemic

Reaching the next generation of sports fans with mixed reality

Sam Leadsom, VP for global business development in sports at Pixotope, tells Broadcast Sport about the future of mixed reality in sport

Inclusivity will be key to this year’s Edinburgh TV Festival

Jack Thorne will put disability centre stage and we’re taking up the challenge to ensure that everyone feels welcome, says Fatima Salaria

It’s time to act decisively to rein in the streaming giants

Traditional broadcasters cannot compete with their deep-pocketed rivals without government intervention, says Kate Bulkley

Why I’m no longer talking to media execs about C4 privatisation

I want a public C4 and a new regulatory environment to formally introduce ring-fenced funds for diverse-led productions, says Marcus Ryder

Don’t let gov’t force our hand on C4 sale

The plan to sell broadcaster is a crude magician’s trick that we reject wholeheartedly, says Jon Swain

Disabled people must be part of the conversation

Any solution for getting more disabled people into the industry should take into account our lived experience, says Caroline O’Neill

Misconceptions and biases are holding back progress

If we are to bring down the barriers to our industry, we need to change the narrative around disabled talent, says Deborah Williams

The rise of virtual production in the UK TV industry

David Bajt and Rowan Pitts of Bild Studios and MARS Volume discuss what the future holds for virtual production tools, technologies and workflows.

Making the economic case for C4 is key to winning the fight

Broadcast editor Chris Curtis calls on the industry to argue that privatisation doesn’t stack up commercially

Insurance scheme has given UK headstart over rest of the world

The £500m backstop has ensured that the growth of recent years wasn’t for nothing, says DCMS minister Caroline Dinenage

Don’t criminalise journalists for doing their job

Plans to alter the Official Secrets Act will have a chilling effect on doc makers and news and current affairs, says John Battle

AVSR: the revenue stream indies are missing

Little is known about secondary rights but they are worth cash to every producer, says Mark Rowland

5 Top Tips for creating Interactive TV spin-offs

Charisma.ai CEO Guy Gadney on how TV series can extend off the linear screen and into an immersive, interactive world

PTZ cameras – The future of broadcast?

Matthew Koshy of Canon Europe on the benefits of high-end PTZ cameras in enabling streamlined crews to capture 4K content

What VoD buyers want: the truth about local players

Distributors should not pass up oppportunity to work with emerging services without consideration, says Riaz Mehta

We have a duty to ensure C4 survives

If the PSB is privatised, it would kill off a genius child of British broadcast says producer Dermot Lavery

C4: is there value in privatisation?

Industry veteran David Elstein explains why fears for the broadcaster may be misplaced

PSBs are ignoring their remits in the Midlands

Some regions are more equal than others and broadcasters’ programme spends prove it, says Mike Bradley

Why is there still a stigma about coming out as disabled?

My own experience offers an encouraging sign that the industry is on the normalisation path, says Stu Richards

Stand up and be counted on issues that affect our industry

It’s time to make sure our voices are heard when it comes to creative sector public policy, says Peter Bazalgette

The BBC should capitalise on Eurovision’s popularity

A Saturday night entertainment show to select the UK entrant would deliver ratings and boost our chances, says Scott Bryan

Threat of C4 privatisation appears greater than ever

The broadcaster has seen off past attempts, but is facing a much tougher challenge this time around, says Maggie Brown

Selling C4 is an affront to free speech

C4’s unique remit to commission programmes others cannot and will not order is threatened by privatisation, says Callum Macrae

The government is gunning for C4 – so it’s time to speak up

Britain’s whole TV ecology is at risk as the government kicks off its push for privatisation

On a mission to be fair, green and moral

Derek Moore, CEO and co-founder of Coffee & TV explains what B Corp is and what it means to his business

I’m Jewish – why don’t I ‘count’ as BAME?

Being told Jews aren’t included in PSBs’ diversity counts is hurtful and unhelpful, says Michelle Singer

Don’t do a disservice to production managers

TV has ignored PMs for too long but the Covid crunch has proven how vital – and scarce – they are, says talent manager Kimberly Godbolt

Famous faces help build the podcast industry

Celebrities aren’t ruining podcasting – they’re opening them up to a wider audience, says Josh Adley

Can digital sport experiences overcome online fatigue?

Navin Rammohan, vice president, segment head marketing at Infosys, looks at whether Zoom fatigue can be defeated.

Forget preservation, the PSB debate needs to be about growth

Freeview’s Jonathan Thompson wonders if government is asking the right questions in current review

GB News review: one-sided TV and proud of it

The much-debated news channel has hit our screens with a few scores to settle, but does it offer something new, asks Stewart Purvis

RIP to my Holby City family

Don’t let the heart of BBC1’s medical drama be forgotten, says David Innes Edwards

Storytelling must reflect Britain’s diversity

We should strive to provide everyone with the opportunity have their experiences reflected, says Emily Burnett

It’s time to truly welcome the LGBTQ+ community

Television has a responsibility to create worlds featuring safe queer spaces, says Sophie Bernberg

N&R indies must target premium factual

The growing number of regional indies means producers must engage SVoDs to land work, says Ben Smith

IP bonding and the future of sports broadcasting

Ophir Zardok, sports solutions & business strategy director at LiveU, explains the latest developments in IP bonding and sports broadcasting.

Roku has the tools to make its mark in the streaming world

The US firm has evolved and its user relationships and advertising expertise put it in a strong position, says Kate Bulkley

Be nimble and open-minded to thrive in changing times

Argonon will adapt to new platforms, content providers and shifts in consumer behaviour as it enters its second decade, says James Burstall

Impartial news is the bedrock of our PSB system

ITN’s special recognition win at the Broadcast Awards underlines the need for public service journalism, says Deborah Turness

Celebrating the best of British TV

“The industry’s innovation and perspiration helped see the nation through an incredibly testing period”

The UK should open up to the thrills of a writers’ room

There’s always a place for the singular vision but the US approach suits longer runs, says Danny Brocklehurst

Failings of the past must not damage the BBC’s future

Broadcast’s view on the Bashir scandal and Lord Dyson’s report

Mental health behind the screen is at crisis levels

Not enough action is being taken to improve the mental health of post house talent, says Zeb Chadfield

Industry must stand together to stamp out harassment

More anti-bullying measures and a truly united front could give workers greater confidence to raise concerns

Don’t let indie TV become the new ESL

There are many parallels between the shape of the UK production sector and the failed European Super League project says Danny Fenton

Mocap in the cloud: The future of motion capture

Rob Löring, senior business director of 3D body motion at Xsens, takes a look at what could be next for motion capture.

VFX and the virtualisation of content

David Ingham, client partner, media and entertainment at Cognizant explains how visual effects are opening up ever more creative options for producers

Stuart McDonald: a personal tribute

Richard Woolfe remembers an outstanding director and a dear friend

Magic Hands: setting an example for the younger generation

Execs tackled racism in the deaf community in first UK kids series to feature a majority deaf, black crew and presenting lineup

Original voices on Coronation Street

David Proud sets out how he combined ‘wheelchairs and cobbles’ with great success

Systematic change is needed for dignity at work

Resource must be allocated if harassment is to end, says Bectu head Philippa Childs

Lack of diversity is a market failure

Monopsony theory teaches us why broadcasters fight over Steve McQueen but the rest of the industry remains remarkably non-diverse, says Marcus Ryder

Young diverse talent will ensure docs continue to thrive

Documentaries create debate and offer fresh perspectives – they can only be enhanced by including more voices, says Lorraine Heggessey

We must give young talent the opportunity to hone their skills

The industry should provide training and allow people to make mistakes rather than reject them because they lack experience, says Ruth Pitt

Meetings are magical – but new ways of working are here to stay

Remote working has been a boon for many in the industry and it would be a shame to lose that flexibility

Commissioning is a lottery – there must be a better way

In a world of measurement and big data, why does a green light still come down to luck, politics and personal opinion? asks Ash Atalla

When adapting IP, channel your inner Bear Grylls

Collaboration, compromise and teamwork are crucial when transposing IP from one medium to another, says Giuliano Papadia

Helping kids understand autism through TV

Our Cbeebies series Pablo has become a great tool for explaining how people interpret the world, says Gráinne McGuinness

The door to wildlife TV is open to the LGBTQI+ community

Things have come a long way since the “tokenisation and stereotypes” of the 90s, says wildlife presenter Dan O’Neill

CCC: nations and regions takes centre stage

Creative Cities Convention co-founder Ruth Pitt gears up for this week’s launch

Top 5 moments in interactive television

Co-founder and CEO of Charisma.ai, Guy Gadney selects his five favourite examples of interactive TV

Why TV needs a Spotify of streaming

We’re in the CD age of on-demand services but consumers demand more convenience, says Stu Watson

The intellectual property issues of volumetric video

Graeme Murray at Marks & Clerk discusses potentially thorny legal issues to do with the way the viewer engages with volumetric content

Producers must follow duty of care rule changes

Ofcom safeguards make clear indies must ensure contributor welfare, says Nigel Abbas

Why it’s crucial to hire from diverse backgrounds

The BBC’s new production staff quotas don’t solve all problems but are a step in the right direction, says Steve Wynne

Archives save the day for sports content

Simon Jones, head of studio at Iron Mountain Entertainment Services UK, explains how archive came to the fore over the past 12 months.

Nurturing Would I Lie to You

Peter Holmes and Rachel Ablett, the husband and wife team behind BBC1’s comedy panel show, reveal how they keep the magic of the series alive

TV should lead the way on ending workplace bullying

We have a duty of care to each other and our industry should be ahead of the curve in calling out bad behaviour, says Jane Perry

We must pressure government to do right thing on prominence

Broadcasters have to work with the global streamers or risk becoming irrelevant – but they have an ace up their sleeve

Quotas to the fore as Davie’s change agenda gathers pace

The BBC is to produce more shows outside of London, but devolution of commissioning power is unclear

Sketch comedy is flourishing but needs more space to shine

Young talent are breathing new life into a genre that looked dead and buried just a few years ago, says Lorelei Mathias

Much to admire as indies battle hard

‘This year’s Indie Survey is testament to a brilliantly hardy industry that kept battling, and found a way to get things done’

Lockdown lesson: if you wanna get ahead, get a shed

Garden working has been great, but I’ve had to swap Channel 4 for Naked without meeting my colleagues, says Fatima Salaria

We have the power to stop industry bullying

Happier workplaces create stronger and more creative productions, says Shayna Waldman

The doors to equality are beginning to open

There is room for cautious optimism as the conversation sparked by BLM continues into 2021, says Real Full Monty exec Ashley Banjo

Female directors: fighting for recognition

Friends warn us to deny our families to ensure we’re heard, but the best commissioners cherish talent, writes Cosima Spender

VFX Trends – what’s hype and what’s not

David Cordon, head of TV and film, Flipbook Studio discusses the pros and cons of recent trends in VFX production

Let slow-burn series warm up

Are we losing potential classics over demand for immediate hits, asks Dan Sefton

How indies can get Brexit secure

The double whammy of exiting Europe and the pandemic impacts producers profoundly, but there are solutions, says Val Cazalet

Docs: the rock stars of non-fiction

Global non-fiction in film and TV is booming and British sensibilities mean indies can lead the way, writes Kate Collier

Rise of the Machines: AI in Media

Rickard Lönneborg, CEO at Codemill on what developments need to happen in AI and ML to maximise their benefits for media workflows

IWD: Celebrating women in VFX

Alex Coxon profiles some outstanding women working in the VFX sector

IWD: VineFX celebrates women working in VFX

The company profiles 11 female professionals working at the visual effects house

IWD: BBC Sport chief on women’s sport and female leadership

Barbara Slater on the growth of women’s sport and the shifting attitudes to females both on and off screen over the last 12 years

Robust regulation is key to keeping British news buoyant

No matter the furore, GB News and News UK will need to abide by the same rules as everyone else

Streamers must stop hiding behind the big numbers

Lack of transparency over ratings is confusing for viewers – and may even be hurting the platforms’ smaller shows, says Scott Bryan

Improving industry diversity shouldn’t be so complicated

There are simple processes that can be implemented to ensure we achieve a more inclusive workforce, says Sarah Stevenson

Linear TV not about to disappear any time soon

A hybrid distribution model is emerging, says Freeview’s Jonathan Thompson

Playing the long game

Andy Wilson reveals why he’s taken the unusual step of directing all 24 episodes of ITV police drama Unforgotten to date

British journalism needs reinvention

RTS-nominated Need To Know’s Seth Goolnik and Warren Nettleford set out how news providers are failing to engage young audiences

How dock10 created production and post-production facilities from scratch

Dock10 explains how it has grown from its beginnings to the present day.

Pursuing a net zero strategy to make a better world

Jeremy Darroch on how Sky is implementing its unique sustainability initiative

Discovery+ is well placed to follow in Disney+’s footsteps

Factual broadcaster can leverage global linear channels and pay-TV relationships to boost streaming service, says Kate Bulkley

No need for Dutch courage if intimacy is handled correctly

Intimacy co-ordinators are vital to ensure actors feel comfortable enough on set to give an authentic performance, says Vanessa Coffey

CDN chief: ‘huge scale of inequality must be addressed’

Diamond’s Fourth Cut shows minorities are still being excluded from senior roles, says CDN executive director Deborah Williams

Hope for a better year lies in putting staff welfare first

The industry has been inspiring in how it dealt with the pandemic, now focus must shift to colleagues

How a malice-free format is thriving during lockdown

The BBC can’t always wallow in nostalgia, but The Repair Shop is just what’s needed right now, says Peter Bazalgette

Human interaction can be just as gripping as crime

Success of series like Normal People and I Hate Suzie shows you don’t need cops and killers to attract a big audience, says Danny Brocklehurst

Is your business ready for ‘The Great Compression’ of 2021?

CEO of Rakuten DX, Olivier Alluis, takes us through the opportunities and potential pitfalls ahead in 2021.

Gaining Katie Price’s trust

Director Hannah Lowes on creating an intimate portrait of the reality star

A camera operator’s view: filming in Covid

Channel 4 News chief camera operator, Ray Queally, on the many challenges of filming news content during Covid-19

We’re letting down working mums - just ask Dorothy

Podcaster Shaunagh Connaire is frustrated by the industry’s female talent drain

Memories of Michael Apted

Producer Claire Lewis reflects on four decades of collaboration with the legendary documentarian

Why collective action is key to increasing inclusivity in production

CEO of BBC Studioworks, Andrew Moultrie, calls on the industry to build on diversity efforts

Time for TV to make lasting new year’s resolution

Bournemouth University’s Dr Richard Wallis says Covid-19 catapulted the industry’s bad habits into the spotlight

COMMENT: Engaging fans and boosting revenue through D2C

Dheeraj Ravula, head of product for D2C video solutions, MediaKind, takes us through the growing opportunities in D2C/OTT

How the industry can collaborate to make change

As Sky is unveiled among the sponsors of COP26, Sky Studios chief Gary Davey explains why it is launching guidelines on sustainable production

Virtual Worlds: Avoiding the Gimmicks

Creative agency DRPG on how to use gaming tech without falling into the trap of the ’gimmick’

Ensuring 2021 is a year of progress

Broadcasters, indies and filmmakers will have to sticks their heads above the parapet and understand the power they hold, says Wa’qaar Mirza

Don’t forget the multichannel broadcasters in PSB review

Policymakers must acknowledge that non-PSBs play a key role in the success of a mixed TV ecology, says Heather Jones

Distribution strong in the face of Covid

‘Buyers have been forced to change the nature of their relationship with sellers and think creatively’

This festive period, spare a thought for commissioners

Scheduling the perfect mix over Christmas is tough – and Covid has it even more of a challenge, says Lorraine Heggessey

Revolution in the air as industry looks to future

As broadcasters embrace the digital world, TV can and must do more to represent everyone

Virtual events can be almost as good as the real thing

Napte Virtual Miami 2021 will be a seamless experience for all – and as fun and educational as ever, promises JP Bommel

Building an all-IP HQ for BBC Wales

Roger Crothers, head of technology at BBC Wales goes behind-the-scenes at BBC Wales’ new state-of-the-art HQ in Cardiff’s Central Square

Shining a light on production management

David Mortimer hails division as the Cinderella of the industry

The challenges of long-term archiving

Eric Bassier, senior director product marketing at Quantum, outlines the long-term challenges of looking after your irreplaceable content

Bringing back the MOBOs’ magic

Bringing back the music awards show for the first time in three years is vindication for an unexpectedly tough year, says Justin Rees

The impact of Covid on industry juniors

Vittorio Giannini, joint MD at Freefolk on ensuring those starting up in the industry aren’t hindered by the negative impacts of Covid lockdowns

Richard Bennett: a tribute

Roger Law says goodbye to an accountant extraordinaire, producer and a very good friend

Why The Queen’s Gambit gets women so right

Female characters are often portrayed as dependent on men for their happiness, but Netflix’s chess drama makes no such mistakes, says Joanna Tilley

Shift to on-demand gathers pace as pandemic strikes

Broadcasters that exploit their online services the quickest will win this particular battle, says Kate Bulkley

Journalist certification a necessity to benchmark truth

As fact becomes increasingly hard to discern in the fake news era, certification offers a means to bring back trust, says Ben Fenton

Disability should not be a barrier to working in TV

While on-screen representation is improving, the hiring of off-screen talent is still well below target, says Deborah Williams

Evidence not ideology should shape PSB future

The ecology of public service broadcasting has to evolve, but debate must be open and honest

Lockdown has transformed post sector – for the better

Productivity has increased while plush offices and hotel-style customer service are no longer necessary, says Derek Moore

Why TV must learn to manage properly

It’s time to end ‘anti-management’ techniques that impact mental health and cost producers money, says Sunshine Jackson Underhill

Collaborate to captivate audiences

Connecting producers to leaders in other fields will create better formats, says Donna Taberer

Harnessing PSBs in a modern world

Working out what should be preserved and what needs to change is crucial to the PSB review, argues Jonathan Thompson

Don’t forget TV’s LGBTQ community

Broadcaster diversity pushes are great, but they are missing us out, says Greg Sanderson

Finding the lockdown formula for IndieLab

Nothing beats good, old-fashioned networking but our class of 2020 has made the most of digital opportunities, says Victoria Powell

Indies need to embrace a diverse ecology

Pandemic has highlighted the importance of having multiple revenue streams, says Duane Jones

Mental health support is key to getting TV back on track

Six months of global pandemic have taken their toll on the industry, says Alex Pumfrey

BBC3 needs to balance online and linear

Combined presence across TV and on-demand is best strategy for youth channel, says Scott Bryan

The stakes have never been higher for factual

The lack of specific Covid-related advice for unscripted directors led us to develop a new resource for all, says Nick Guttridge of Directors UK

US-style news won’t work in UK

Impartiality rules mean there is no place for polarised, opinion-heavy services, says Peter Bazalgette

Broadcasters are no longer slaves to the schedule

The BBC and ITV are leading the charge in transforming the commissioning status quo, says Chris Curtis

Broadcasters must promote social change

Work at ITV and Channel 4 proves channels are on the right course, says Mihir Haria-Shah

Time to take diverse voices off mute

Television businesses to help young people from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds break into the sector, says Nishy Lall

Giving Sherlock a Russian makeover

We’ve reimagined the quintessentially British detective for a Russian audience but his beloved core attributes remain untouched, says Nurbek Egen

Planning for life after furlough

With the Job Retention Scheme set to end, now is the time to organise your indie’s future, says Val Cazalet

PSBs face challenges - but they benefit from market changes too

Competition is hotter than ever, but those rivals are funding the PSB co-pro boom, says Adam Minns

The industry needs to bring a diversity lens to every table

The TV sector needs to interrogate the shortfalls and discrepancies in representation across all genres, says CDN chief Deborah Williams

Bullying: no time to waste

Resources are already available to tackle this problem, writes Seetha Kumar

Bravery required from PSBs as pressure mounts

Content offering is strong but challenges remain around distribution, platform and branding

AVoD’s unintended upside

Free, ad-supported on-demand services can be the digital era’s free TV, says Chris Sharp

Diversity schemes are great – but they need to go further

A scheme launched my career and innovative new initiatives can do the same for the diverse voices we need in this industry, says Nacressa Swan

TV is bouncing back - but there are bumps ahead

Production is back on its feet, but awkward debates around programme costs require compromise and common sense, writes Chris Curtis

Making a Millionaire during lockdown

Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? line manager Clair Carney on the show’s Covid-19 safe return to the studio

No need to rush to judgement

New shows, and the new Broadcast, need time to settle, writes Ash Atalla

Unpicking ratings has never been trickier

Reaching younger viewers is hard – but still achievable, writes Danny Brocklehurst

Covid-19 accelerated BBC News’ remote working

The pandemic has demanded a more flexible operation, writes Morwen Williams

A new-look mag to reflect the changing TV landscape

Like the rest of the industry, Broadcast has had to react to the challenges of Covid-19

Covid coverage debates have been crucial at ITN

Striking the right reporting tone has been a huge challenge, writes Tom Bradby

Stakes high as the streaming wars heat up

Traditional players are playing catch up having lost power to digital players, says Kate Bulkley

Keeping the show on the road during Covid

Live productions most at risk from suspension as tech adoption accelerated, says Reed Smith partner Ingrid Silver

‘Korea can become a co-pro Mecca’

The nation has steered clear of a full lockdown and is open for business, says Korea’s self-proclaimed pioneer of international co-productions

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Our public Editorial policy on diversity.

The tech that’s shaped news reporting over the last 50 years

Ryan Kamata, European product manager at Canon Europe looks back at the technology that’s made the biggest impact on news broadcasting

My Mentor: Jon Stroud on Matthew Littleford

I went from installing WiFi on buses to creating programmes thanks to Matthew’s guidance, says Jon Stroud

Dominic de Terville's branded content breakthrough

A deal involving the clothing brand, Theo Walcott and Sky Sports showed the Zinc Media exec how commercial and editorial could be perfect partners

Telly’s got talent - Connie Fisher on talent development

Transitioning from the West End to the development room gave a unique insight into talent, says the How to Solve a Problem Like Maria star

Davie wastes no time making statement of intent

Floating idea of 20% cut in hours is sign of radical thinking

Olusoga sets agenda for an important Edinburgh

MacTaggart lecture lays down gauntlet for industry to make good on diversity pledges

Don’t let labels define your indie

Chatterbox creative director Nav Raman queries value of being identified as a ‘BAME-led producer’

Tackling video piracy head on

Akamai’s Ian Munford on his concerns about the rise of piracy and what can be done to defeat the pirates

We must collaborate to avoid getting squashed in fast lane

Lobbying Ofcom and government must be joint industry effort, writes Freeview’s Jonathan Thompson

Covid can be catalyst for change in comedy

The lack of an Edinburgh Fringe this year forces us to find talent elsewhere, says Richard Watsham

Is working from home working?

Five months into lockdown, replicating the creativity of offices remains a challenge

Obituary: Aidan Laverty

Jonathan Renouf remembers a producer who took James May to the edge of space

Only action can rebuild the trust lost over diversity

Anger evident from BAME community as broadcasters promise to do more

Why podcasts are TV’s new obsession

Audio allows producers to attempt the ‘unproduceable’, says Jago Lee

Life in an audio post house during Covid-19

Lee Walpole , Sound Editor and Re-recording Mixer, Boom

PSBs must be clear-eyed about scale of challenges ahead

Ofcom content chief Kevin Bakhurst questions what the UK broadcasting sector’s ‘lockdown legacy’ will be

Incentivise the industry to save production

Without intervention, indies face reduced broadcaster commissioning budgets for years to come, says Matt Cain of Oliver & Ohlbaum

Why I’m waving goodbye to TV

Production’s a wonderful way to make a living but it’s no longer worth the stress, says Gigi Eligoloff

Green shoots sprout at ITV

First-half results cause for some optimism – but production margins under pressure

The diary of an agent in lockdown

Supporting talent, negotiating fees and encouraging creative development have been key, says InterTalent Rights Group chairman Jonathan Shalit OBE

Insurance breakthrough paves way for autumn restart

Optimism that prodcution capacity could shortly be back to 70%-80%

TV is an infinity mirror of itself

For too long we have dumbed down and homogenised the way we represent our nation, says Andrew Robertson

Squeezed indies caught in the middle

Tough choices for production sector as it gets back to work

The co-production survival guide

Working with production partners isn’t perfect but it’s more necessary than ever, says Stuart Carter

Indie leadership lessons are vital - so let’s share them

ScreenSkills and Broadcast hosting 22 July event to discuss challenges of the pandemic

What the Radio 1 of yesteryear can teach today’s BBC

Paul Robinson on what radio’s relationship with 15-24s reveals about an audience that’s falling out of love with the BBC

My Mentor: Emily Dollman on Steven D Wright

The long-time Broadcast columnist may have a reputation as a grumpy telly hater, but nothing could be further from the truth, says Emily Dollman

Hats off to hard-working indies

Return to production is result of gruelling efforts

Is Gen Z lost to the PSBs?

Claire Hungate asks whether linear broadcasting can win back young audiences

My Mentor: Greg Sanderson on Nick Fraser

The former BBC Storyville supremo taught me the true art of keeping filmmaking simple, says Greg Sanderson

My Mentor: Angela Griffin on Robin Sheppard

Robin Sheppard helped the popular actor realise she is capable of working behind the camera, not only in front of it

Banijay faces structural balancing act

Creativity and efficiency are elusive combination for whole production sector

My Mentor: James Friend and James Stier

How cinematographer James Friend is supporting camera assistant James Stier’s move from docs into high-end drama

‘Excluded freelancers seem to have become the permanently forgotten’

Series director/senior producer James Taylor’s personal experience shows ‘the government doesn’t understand how our industry actually works’

Tim Crescenti on discovering Dragons’ Den

The moment the formats guru saw a ropey trailer for the Japanese business format, he knew it was a hit

Streaming 360-degree video: The challenges to overcome

InterDigital tech staff discuss the stumbling blocks on the way to offering high-definition 360-degree video streams to a mass market

C4’s Growth Fund must not become a Covid-19 casualty

Kate Bulkley says it is a lifeline to producers – and generates healthy returns

Pressure mounts on indie community

Closure of Wild Pictures points to sector under strain

The more who come forward, the better

Vanessa Kirkpatrick, one of the UK’s first black newsreaders, says speaking out is vital for change as she recalls her experiences of racism within the industry

The new rules of production and the role of the on-set Covid Operative

Dominic Allen, video director and scriptwriter at DRPG on returning to shoots post-lockdown and the new role of the Covid Operative

Tales of a veteran TV hack

Robin Parker looks back over a 13-year career with Broadcast as he signs off from the title

David Cornwall on ‘serendipitous’ Diana doc

Navigating secretive contributors, demanding commissioners and NDAs were all worth it for the Scorpion TV founder

Carlotta Rossi Spencer’s format trio

Every deal, good or bad, is a learning experience, says Banijay formats guru

Disney and Sky: a linear relationship that fizzled out

The breakdown of carriage for linear kids’ channels speaks to new imperatives for both sides

Jellyfish: Why We’re Going Remotely Global

Jellyfish CEO Phil Dobree on how virtualised production has eliminated global boundaries

Don’t let Covid-19 derail nations and regions progress

Industry must not retreat to London post-pandemic, says Graham Sherrington

Creating an industry of equality

Broadcasting can be inclusive of young people from all backgrounds, says Ashley-John Baptiste

Ingenuity and insurance key as production restarts

Creative thinking is central to helping overcome social distancing obstacles

My Mentor: Mel Bezalel on David Wise

Fresh One creative director steered the RDF development chief through her early career with ’generosity and genuine interest’

TV will survive if we work together

Lockdown has been hard but starting up again is an even bigger challenge, says Craig Hunter

The time for real action is now

Every single company has a responsibility to create a diverse production sector, says Fraser Ayres

The challenges for TV studios during lockdown

BBC Studioworks CEO Andrew Moultrie on the changes the TV studio has had to make to keep productions safe during lockdown

‘The stability of the TV industry is reliant on our junior workforce’

Worrying ‘chain reaction’ has been set off as experienced execs take on junior roles, says The Nest Productions founder Derek Drennan

Eat, sleep, watch repeats

Schedules are suffering as lockdown bites

Reasons to be cheerful for the new DG

The BBC’s deft handling of the coronavirus has provided a real-life case study of the value of PSBs, says Jonathan Thompson

The A-Z of life in post-production during lockdown

The Farm Group commercial director Charlotte Layton shares an A-Z of working at the facility during the pandemic

Bectu chief: the onus is on the white majority

The privileged must use their positions of power to deliver real change, says Philippa Childs

What Ashford International Studios will mean for Kent

Gavin Cleary, CEO at Locate in Kent on what impact the Ashford International Studios development is likely to have on the county

Turning the advertising ignition

Market on road to recovery as car showrooms open their doors

Time to turn statements of support into actions

Black Lives Matter must be catalyst for genuine change

My Mentor: Tim Whitwell on Pat Llewellyn

Formidable but fabulous, Pat Llewellyn was a TV powerhouse with a touch of class, says Tim Whitwell

Broadcasters have gone backwards on inclusion

Diversity of headcount is not enough - TV must find ways to empower BAME staff, says Marcus Ryder

Pandemic will breed new creativity

If TV returns to ‘normal’, we will have squandered a unique chance to innovate in our industry, says Nicola Ibison

How VFX can aid productions in a post-Covid world

MPC VFX supervisor Gary Brozenich on the role of VFX in enabling productions to shoot in a smarter, safer way

Hints of progress after a brutal few weeks

Indie sector on tenterhooks as it edges towards getting back to work

An important part of our media landscape has gone dark

Surge in Unidentified viewing leaves industry searching for answers, writes Attentional’s David Graham

My Mentor: Lucie Ridout on Nick Metcalfe

Following the lessons I learned from Nick Metcalfe has helped me every step of the way in my career, says Lucie Ridout

Protect creativity and the future could be perfect

Covid-19 poses commercial challenges for producers and distributors but there is opportunity ahead if we are collectively smart, says Jimmy Humphrey

BBC3 linear return is investment in corporation’s future

By creating watercooler moments, the youth channel could help BBC compete with Netflix, according to Studio BE chief Brandon Relph

Hitting a century: the benefits of a high volume returner

Inside the Ambulance has transformed Brown Bob and given us confidence to spread our wings, says Jacqueline Hewer

The puzzle of BBC3’s move back to the future

Younger viewers’ habits at odds with linear resurrection

‘Charity runs have offset anxieties’

Running 31 half-marathons in 31 days has eased anxieties over work and focused my mind on positives, says Adam Badrawy

‘The pandemic has shown that industry can be fairer’

With coronavirus forcing the industry online, regional workers have been handed an unexpected advantage, says Perjeet Aujla

Lockdown is hard on young TV staff

Working from home with my adult children has reminded me of how lockdown is affecting our younger staff at Arrow, says Nick Metcalfe

‘I hope this period will spark change in the industry’

The failure to help freelance producers has hurt financially but current events could spark a production processes review, says Cheri Darbon

Why Mental Health Awareness Week is vital for freelancers

Providing support and advice for TV’s workforce is crucial during lockdown, says Seetha Kumar

‘I face five months of unemployment’

The production lockdown came at a terrible time for freelance entertainment producers

Directors can be key to production recovery

Our creative approach will find solutions to many of the problems producers are facing, says Dan Zeff

Knowledge is power - and it’s time to share

Production strategies to combat coronavirus must be openly discussed

Ben de Pear: social media must support PSB news

Platforms that benefit from our investment in journalism must differentiate real news from fake - and pay for it, says the C4 news editor

Keeping Ireland’s Crimecall rolling on lockdown

A tenth of the entire population tuned into our live crime-fighting show but production required buy-in from many parties, says Stephen Stewart

My Mentor: Alice Boorman on Lucy Bacon

The Two Rivers Media exec is the energy in every brainstorm, the champion of the smallest voice in the room and maybe the best boss in TV

Audiences should recognise PSB value in its entirety

Criticism of our news teams is deeply unfair on the majority of our staff, says outgoing BBC Scotland director Donalda MacKinnon

Covid-19 calamity shows freelancers need New Deal

Join the conversation and help Bectu shape a stronger and more secure future for all, says Phillipa Childs

VE Day in Lockdown: we borrowed our neighbours wifi

With our presenter on lockdown and the edit moved to the shed, our Discovery doc became a domestic affair, says Kate Beal

How long will the BBC bang the drum for BBC4?

Cassian Harrison’s puzzling move to BBC Studios could signal that it’s time up for BBC2’s brainy sister

My Mentor: Sofia Parisi on the NFTS’s John Lee

John Lee helped kickstart my career after I left Italy for the UK, says set designer Sofia Parisi

Europe’s PSBs need help to excel during the crisis

Covid-19 is bringing out the BBC and its public service cousins but they need support to continue that work, says Noel Curran

Hardy young producers deserve praise

The future careers of ITN producers are being forged in the white heat of the coronavirus crisis, says David Stanley

A resilient industry will forge new paths

From virtual commissioning to avatars and thermal cameras, TV is finding ways to adapt, says Tara Conlan

Stakes are high as broadcasters seek right answers

Tricky questions in the offing about who should foot lockdown bills

Lockdown TV: it’s time for phase two

Right now, viewers want escapism - not self-filmed fodder or coronavirus docs that feel like an endurance test to watch, says Mark Downie

My Mentor: Meryl O’Rourke on Saskia Schuster

Saskia Schuster made me learn how to enjoy the writing skills I possess, says Meryl O’Rourke

How Red Sky scored commissions during lockdown

The current climate forced us to essentially rip our indie up and start again, but new business shows we made the right choice, says Jane Rogerson

Modesty is The Repair Shop’s biggest asset

The show’s successful move from daytime to peak continues a long-held BBC tradition, says Carla-Maria Lawson

Online takes on big beasts in entertaining the nation

Content creators are using their strengths as agile risk-takers to shine in lockdown, says Deborah Coughlin

Reality smash offers reasons to be cheerful

Too Hot to Handle should pave the way for a British boom in Netflix non-scripted

Covid-19 poses unprecedented challenge to TV

The route to recovery is uncharted and only innovation will guide broadcasters through the choppy waters ahead, says Kate Bulkley

Analysis: Netflix results mask coronavirus threat

A slowing of the original content pipeline will reveal itself later this year, writes Jonathan Broughton

Alternative thrills: Why esports is like punk rock

Ross Video esports business development manager Cameron Reed on the anti-establishment appeal of esports

Lockdown has scotched Quibi’s strategy

We may never know if the audience the mobile-only service’s owners were chasing actually exists, writes Broadcast Intelligence’s Jonathan Broughton

Ben de Pear: lockdown’s untold stories and unsung newsroom heroes

In his second dispatch, the Channel 4 News editor reflects on the challenge of late-changing running orders and salutes his team’s ‘holy trinity’

Logjam looms as novelty of lockdown TV wears off

Impossible for every show to swing into production this autumn

My Mentor: David Sumnall on Ben Frow

Ben Frow is not my mentor in the traditional sense but his actions changed my life

Why Covid-19 could create opportunity in Italy

Country is likely to be Europe’s first to leave lockdown and international broadcasters may move productions there, says Giuliano Papadia

Quibi bids to overcome mobile SVoD curse

Loud and vivid but lacking depth is Broadcast insights editor Jesse Whittock’s first impression of fledgling service

A time for bold ideas to bloom

There’s never been a more important moment for indies to think even more creatively, says STV Productions chief David Mortimer

Going inside the ICU

ITV News health correspondent on striking the right tone in the ‘red zone’

The monumental fight facing C4

PSB could take inspiration from commercial rival as it battens down the hatches

Navigating anxiety in a time of crisis

Bad times pass, but the good discovered through periods of difficulty lingers, says STV news head Steven Ladurantaye

Fixed-rigs: the next frontier

Brown Bob Production’s Nicki Gottlieb on the future for fixed-rig shows

How I survived nine months in lockdown

Struck down by a medical issue, I was forced to develop techniques to get me through isolation, says Michelle Langer

My Mentor: Harjeet Chhokar on Donna Taberer

Donna Taberer is a true one-off with a contacts book that puts Laura Kuenssberg to shame - and always has my best interests at heart

Ben de Pear: Covid-19 has rewritten all the rules

Covering the biggest crisis since WW2 has brought challenges and surprises - not least government’s attitude to news media, says the C4 News editor

The freelance conundrum

Has the decades-long path towards casualisation of labour gone too far, asks Chris Curtis

Are post, VFX and animation houses open for business?

UK Screen Association CEO Neil Hatton on how companies are innovating to stay safely open for business

Tips for staying sane during the corona crisis

Working from home requires discipline, time and an ability to laugh at sheep, says Lou Plank

My Mentor: Danny Fenton on David Lyle

David Lyle was upfront, honest and always on hand to offer advice

The uncanny appeal of audience-free shows

Hosts and talent performing in isolation could very soon become the norm, says Robin Parker

There’s light at the end of the tunnel

Producers of factual and formats will be in much demand when the national lockdown is over, says Steven D Wright

BBC has chance to silence political naysayers

Our national broadcaster has played a blinder in a time of crisis. Is it enough to convince the sceptics, asks Max Goldbart

Hot shows for extraordinary times

Broadcast showcases the latest programming from around the world

Colourisation brings history to life

Demand from buyers has surged as technique helps reach new audiences, says Lilla Hurst

Deal-making enters a new era

Industry must reset its relationships to get through this turmoil

Covid-19 risks accelerating gender inequality

Whenever this crisis ends, there’s no guarantee schools will reopen at the same time as work. What price will working mothers pay, asks Marcus Ryder

How to prepare for the months ahead

Derek Drennan, founder of small indie advisory The Nest, outlines best practice for a coronavirus contingency plan

Improving TV’s mental health

My harrowing experience of the industry prompted me to help others, says Naomi Harvey

Pressure on at Disney as Chapek takes reins

Kate Bulkley assesses how outgoing chief executive Bob Iger will work with successor Bob Chapek to secure his legacy

Uncertain times call for solidarity

Industry must pull together as coronavirus threatens to reshape TV

Freelancer crisis: location managers reach out to juniors

With productions potentially on hold for months, small pockets of help are springing up for those out of pocket, says Georgette Turner

An unprecedented crisis for TV

Covid-19 has already halted shoots and sports fixtures. Advertising revenues are now set to spiral, writes Jack Genovese of Broadcast Intelligence

In times of crisis, the BBC can shine

Corporation can “rise to the challenge” to unify the country in troubled times, says Oliver Dowden

Are digital markets the future?

As coronavirus closes Mip TV, there are alternatives to meeting face to face, says Ian McKee

No quick fix for the N&R skills gap

Only by investing in training and development will we achieve sustainable growth, says Ruth Pitt

New buyers boost market

‘The numbers point to a sector in rude health and broadcasters still hungry for great shows’

Only radical change can save the BBC

In an extract from a new book about the corporation, Tiger Aspect founder Peter Bennett-Jones looks at how it can futureproof itself

Coronavirus requires cool heads

Epidemic is challenging normal business practices in many ways

An open letter to the new DG … whoever she may be

Neglect your core, non-metropolitan, viewers at your peril, warns Fiona Chesterton

The Herculean effort of reforming the BBC

Kicking off a series of industry thought pieces on the BBC, Iain Dale says it must recognise it can’t do everything - and nor should it

Digital licence can save the BBC

Everyone wins by switching the burden of payment to broadband firms, says Faraz Osman

Unity is key to taking on SVoDs

Collaboration is the only way for UK industry to achieve scale to compete

Appeal to youth or become irrelevant

Bold, targeting programming that attracts 16-34s is the only way for broadcasters to survive, says Richard Pickering

BBC walking a tricky tightrope

PSB must look to future without forgetting its founding principles

It’s tough being a freelancer

I considered starting a new career after selling my indie but TV is my life, says Steven D Wright

Mental Health: views from TV’s frontline

FRIDAY: A PM speaks out about the perils of freelancer culture and its impact on wellbeing

Mental Health: views from TV’s frontline

THURSDAY: Adeel Amini calls for broadcasters to provide psychological aftercare for production staff

How video is changing the behaviours of consumers and audiences

Imagen VP product marketing Ian Mottashed reveals the agenda for the company’s annual Tech Summit

Observations from a PD who struggles with the ‘invisible chronic illness’

WEDNESDAY: Observations from a PD who struggles with the ‘invisible chronic illness’

BBC needs a level playing field

The corporation’s social media rivals should be regulated and taxed too, says Kate Bulkley

Time to stand up for the BBC

Supporters need to be ready if looming political threat materialises

Mental health: views from TV’s frontline

First-person testimony from people in the TV industry who have experienced mental health issues

Let’s be honest about illness

A cancer diagnosis left Julie Heathcote acutely aware of how tough the TV industry can be

BBC on the hunt to find friends

New DG must get indies and PSB rivals on side to tackle challenges

A relatable DG is vital for BBC

The corporation plays a crucial role and needs a leader who will listen to audience, says Asif Hasan

Remembering Tony Garnett

The drama producer’s funeral was a celebration of an uncompromising and influential man, writes Maggie Brown

Gameshows are backbone of TV

International popularity makes genre perfect for platforms’ global expansion, says James Fox

Brexit will heat up VoD battle

FAANGs will be in an even stronger position without oversight from EU, says Kate Bulkley

Making Dolby Atmos setups smaller and more streamlined

Jigsaw24 senior pro audio consultant David ‘Saxon’ Greenep reports from the NAMM Show

And the winner is… regionality

Broadcast Awards highlight the industry’s strength outside London

Innovation shines through

“A fantastic combination of some very well-deserved but ultimately unsurprising winners and some that flew a little under the radar”

We need to bring back the fun

Shows like The Masked Singer deliver much-needed joy in serious times, says Steven D Wright

The diversity dinosaurs will die

Fight may be long but economics ensure outdated views will become extinct, says Katy Brand

Lack of nuance is killing debate

The adversarial nature of much discussion on TV today is poisoning us, says Amna Saleem

A 2020 vision for PSB

From the hunt for a new DG to Ofcom’s latest PSB review, never has there been so much at stake yet so much uncertainty, says Jonathan Thompson

SVoDs throw down the gauntlet

Can UK broadcasters rise to streamers’ public-service challenge?

Valuing staff is key to success

‘Television’s top employers understand the pressures their employees feel and actively work to improve the working day’

The heat’s on in Miami

Natpe proved its credentials as a proper sales market and avenue for an insight into the Americas, says Ben Barrett

Don’t be a snob about daytime

Episodic shows give new writing talent an opportunity to hone their skills, says Dan Sefton

Digital advertising is the future

Commercial broadcasters need hit shows but should also offer targeted ads, says Kate Bulkley

Landmark step for court reporting

Allowing cameras in courts will make the legal system more transparent, says John Battle

Era of change beckons for BBC

Next DG must stick to guns on funding but embrace transformation

Did the BBC lose its faith in its Year of Beliefs?

What happened to the corporation’s promise to bring religious debate to a wide audience, asks Torin Douglas

There’s no fast track to success

We need to nurture both talent and ideas to create true breakout hits, says Stephen Stewart

Keep the entertainment coming

Genre has real momentum and a few risks can push it to next level

Why the BBC was wrong about Samira Ahmed’s case

The Newswatch presenter’s pay tribunal exposes bigger diversity problems at the BBC than a single gender pay dispute, says Marcus Ryder

Let’s rebrand ‘low end’ factual

‘Popular doc series’ is more suitable for these innovative shows, says Hannah Demidowicz

Time to present a united front

PSBs must stand together to defend TV journalism post-election

Playing the long game with IP

Independent distributors aren’t bound by the need for instant success, says Karen Young

A love letter to British television

These inspirational shows demonstrate the strength of the industry

Byrne, BritBox and a fresh prince

Broadcast looks back on a year of SVoD launches, licence fee rows and a car-crash interview

Industry must get to grips with disability experience

More collective work is essential for TV to reach its off-screen targets, says Deborah Williams

There’s money in niche content

Smaller players are finding focused, monetisable ways to attract audiences, says Kate Bulkley

Reasons for cheer in dark times

Despite the challenges, there is much to look forward to in 2020

A postcard from Tokyo

The World Congress of Science and Factual Producers highlights myriad opportunities and looming challenges in specialist factual, says Ed Stobart

Netflix must adapt to flourish

With just a single revenue stream, the streamer is in a tough spot, says Simon Woodcock

Prospects good for streaming era

New platforms bring opportunities as BBC supercharges iPlayer

Straightforward guide to low-latency streaming

Kyle Goodwin of Vecima Networks explores, in layman’s terms, how the industry is preparing to tackle low-latency streaming

Cable is key to streaming growth

Rising consumer demand for improved connectivity is driving investment, says Kate Bulkley

Less is often more with drama

Returning series have their place but let’s champion shorter tales too, says Anthony Kimble

The interview is ripe for revamp

Emily Maitlis’ Newsnight inquisition was a masterclass of the genre

Explaining the appeal and continued growth of esports

Gravity Media Group sales manager Edward Dowdall, explains the growing appeal of esports

A new era for natural history

Growing interest from the US will shape the genre for years to come, says Stephen McQuillan

Time to end TV’s #DiversityFails

Diverse make-up of those at the top is the only way to effect real change, says Marcus Ryder

BritBox deserves more respect

Service will ensure PSBs aren’t left out of the streaming revolution

Capturing Berlin’s freedom, thirty years on

History was unfolding around us as the wall came down – but we’d lost a former PM in the gents, recalls former Newsnight producer Steve Anderson

Bucking the consolidation trend

Indie employees taking ownership can improve culture and productivity, says Rhodri Evans

SVoDs put faith in franchises

Big brands are essential in helping new players build a subscription base, says Kate Bulkley

Quality is king in youth battle

PSBs must balance reinvention with programming principles

Viewers expect access anywhere

Tech offers a solution for when EU portablity rules no longer apply, says Charlie Johnson

Why Samira Ahmed deserves compensation

The Newswatch host’s case is not just about gender equality. It questions what value the BBC places on journalism, says her predecessor Raymond Snoddy

Indies remain the lifeblood of TV

Despite intense competition, the industry has much to celebrate

How to survive as an indie

Running your own firm is like a rollercoaster – only more terrifying, says Steven D Wright

The VoD battle lines are drawn

Traditional TV execs know that linear is dying, but can SVoD save them? asks Kate Bulkley

Why investors still back Netflix

It’s right to question the SVoD’s debt burden, but its model is sound, says Linda Sullivan

Banijay finally gets its target

Mega-producer will have epic scale but must focus on creativity

Collaboration and innovation are key as ad revenues fall

Broadcasters and advertisers can turn a vicious circle into a virtuous one, says Richard Lawson

Diversity should be baked into the DNA of our shows

Sky 1 comedy In The Long Run shows what can be done if we try, says TriForce Creative Network’s Jimmy Akingbola

New home, new opportunities

Change could prove to be a boon for both C4 and BBC Studios

TV needs to offer more variety

Our constant diet of quality drama is becoming a little hard to stomach, says Steven D Wright

A new angle on the slave trade

Getting Samuel L Jackson on board means our series will be seen, says Simcha Jacobovici

Redefining the business of TV

Germany’s ProSiebenSat.1 is taking a different route in the ad-funded world, says Kate Bulkley

BBC battles to win over production community

Indies open to iPlayer plans if BBC also embraces change, writes Chris Curtis

Shunning stereotypes is crucial

What constitutes great casting is hard to define but easy to overlook, says Tim Whitwell

Listen to the experts in sound

Think you already know what great audio content can do for TV? Wrong, says Tim Hammond

BBC must learn from Naga row

Hall’s intervention necessary as BBC ruling lacked common sense

The BBC has lost its way on diversity and inclusion

Upholding complaints about Naga Munchetty’s comments sends a worrying message to staff and viewers, says Marcus Ryder

Rising to the challenge

“The Broadcast Distributors Survey 2019 throws up several examples of how the UK market is adapting to global deal-making”

Streaming is TV’s next gold rush

Producers and hit franchises are set to benefit from the coming SVoD battle, says Kate Bulkley

Netflix launches charm offensive

The digital giant knows it needs friends in the coming SVoD war

Is British TV in a mid-life crisis?

Uncomfortable questions are being asked about the future of public service broadcasting. They deserve a proper hearing, says Jonathan Thompson

Don’t ‘dumb down’ TV for Gen Z

Broadcasters can grab youngsters’ attention with subjects they care about, says Emma Yuille

Let’s all talk about depression

Industry can make a difference by supporting #HowYouDoing campaign, says James Carroll

Bingeing or savouring – what’s best?

More release models are emerging as platforms start to experiment

Disabled talent need a break

It’s time for the industry to stop making excuses and give people a chance, says Andrew Roach

Focus on local can pull in viewers

By playing to its strengths, STV is winning over audiences and advertisers, says Kate Bulkley

TV brings comfort amid chaos

Return of big entertainment shows provide respite from Brexit crisis

5G technology: A revolution is on the way

The arrival of 5G has the potential to completely change the way sporting events are produced and watched, says Matt Stagg

TV has the power to change perceptions for the better

Both scripted and non-scripted can play a part in highlighting social issues, says Alex Fraser

Linear TV is still the best bet for UK production companies

Rise of the SVoDs doesn’t necessarily equate to more orders for indies, says Danny Fenton

We bow to the gods of power

Controllers and politicians are cut from the same dictatorial cloth, says Steven D Wright

A reminder of the power of docs

Back-to-basics series like Jade and Thatcher demonstrate real class

Top tips for HDR grading

Core Post managing director Matt Brown reveals what the team learned grading Sky 1’s Brassic – its first HDR production

Why it’s good to talk – and listen

Edinburgh offered reminder of the value of face-to-face discussion

How we made our RAF series fly

We had to negotiate access at every level, from the pilots to the top brass, says Willard Foxton

Funny factual can educate by stealth

Humour can be the most potent weapon in confronting unpalatable truths, says Emily Hudd

Industry’s old rules fading fast

Bravely embracing new creative freedom is the only way to thrive

Don’t mess with a winning recipe

Warmth and putting food front and centre is key to MasterChef ’s longevity, says David Ambler

Where are all the female crew?

We need to create a more flexible environment where woman can thrive, says Colleen Flynn

ViacomCBS needs to be smart

Scale is important but the right content is essential to compete with SVoDs, says Kate Bulkley

ViacomCBS is a long-play game

Broadcast Intelligence: the merger of Viacom and CBS is not about short-term benefits

AVoD is an important part of the on-demand revolution

Potential access to younger audiences is a key attraction to advertisers, says Kate Bulkley

Edinburgh is no laughing matter

Putting on a festival session was much more stressful than I expected, says Steven D Wright

Edinburgh has the ability to make even Brexit fun

Festival is packed with entertaining sessions, but still tackles big issues, says Lisa Campbell

Natural history is booming

Opportunity is there for producers to tap into growing demand

TV’s duty of care is here to stay

Industry must take ongoing action to safeguard all those involved, says Katerina Capras

Politicians are ducking TV too often

Industry must unite to battle for access to those running the UK, says Alexander Gardiner

Test is still to come for duty of care

What constitutes ‘unjustified’ distress could be a contentious issue

Why Netflix has no room for critics’ darlings

Tuca & Bertie’s swift cancellation symbolises the streamer’s increasingly cynical content strategy, says Jack Genovese

Voice assistants are taking over

Devices will be key to how shows are discovered – and they need content, says Kate Bulkley

Brexit impact could be minimal

British firms will not necessarily lose funding and access on departure, says Ingrid Silver

Don’t dismiss the feel-good factor

Entertainment shows are a key weapon in broadcasters’ ratings armoury, says Neale Simpson

BritBox will need time to settle

Service has potential if it shrugs off what could be a tricky launch

TV isn’t what it used to be

I yearn for the days of big stars, big audiences and only three channels, says Steven D Wright

Duty of care needs expert input

Using registered psychologists is key to protecting contributors’ wellbeing, says Tanya Byron

Sky plays a blinder with cricket

FTA showcase will serve it well – but don’t expect too many repeats

Alex Graham: protect the sanctity of producer IP

Terms of trade will remain important in the future

Charlotte Moore: making the BBC fit for the future

Three key principles will guide us as we face the challenges ahead

Jane Millichip: there’s no ‘norm’ in drama funding

Producers need to be agile as models evolve and new players emerge

John de Mol: fear is undermining hunt for hits

The next generation of breakout formats will only emerge from risk-taking, says John de Mol

The demise of the big beasts

Conor Dignam reflects on how the PSBs have ceded power and big personalities eased out

Andy Harries: how SVoDs changed everything

Streamers transformed the sector, but PSBs can still punch above their weight

David Olusoga: other industries put TV to shame

Diversity has suffered for years as sector has rested on its liberal laurels, says David Olusoga

Gazing into the past and future

Genuinely distinctive content is best response to a host of challenges

TV’s duty of care is far-reaching

Industry must better understand its responsibility and embrace change, says Denise Freeman

Digital crazes can teach us a lot about younger viewers

Online stars show us what sort of content and personalities kids want, says Stuart Dredge

TV ad model is being disrupted

Brands are blurring content and advertising lines to reach their audience, says Kate Bulkley

Time to shine the spotlight on teens

Our new British Academy Children’s Awards category recognises investment in teen programming, writes Helen Blakeman

YACF is an opportunity to secure the future of kids’ TV

Everyone in TV can play a role in making this pilot scheme a success, says Jackie Edwards

A celebration of exceptional content and broadcasters

‘We wanted to place greater emphasis on amazing programming and outstanding channels beyond those linked to the PSBs’

BBC grapples with digital future

BBC3 and iPlayer need more cash to help hang on to young viewers

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