‘We are kind, we are fair and, when in doubt, we surround ourselves with dogs and cake’

FAST FACTS

No of employees 72
Location London

Ownership status Independent

KEY SHOWS

Louis Theroux Interviews; Lockerbie; Columbia: The Final Flight; Tell Them You Love Me; Sex Actually

KEY PERKS

Snack and meals; flexible working; wellbeing support; Wednesday cake; Friday drinks; regular socials and quizzes

  • Sophie Arden, director of production

What are your core company values?

We are supportive and mindful and try to make production a fun and rewarding experience for all. We are kind, we are fair and, when in doubt, we surround ourselves with dogs and cake.

What makes an employee want to stay at your company?

We try to nurture off-screen talent and give staff the opportunity to grow within the company wherever possible. We are collaborative, fair and inclusive. We try to make everyone’s voice heard.

How do you recruit and retain a diverse workforce?

We are acutely aware of the need for diversity and always ensure that we spread our net as wide as possible. We have a company internship scheme as well as an entry-level office assistant role, which we rotate annually in order for current employees to move up within the company. We were one of the first members of the We Are Doc Women 50/50 scheme.

What is your approach to working from home?

We offer hybrid working. Some people do work 100% remotely (for example, accounting) but most come into the office on average three days per week. We have Teams/Zoom catch-ups to ensure people are engaged on WFH days.

How are you dealing with the current downturn?

It’s difficult, but the best thing we can do for our staff is try to keep the commissions coming, and commit to their job security.

What commitments have you made to sustainability?

We promote sustainability on a daily basis. We have an environment and sustainability policy, which all new starters are encouraged to read.

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