Best Places to Work 2026

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Employees value work/life balance, family support and training opportunities, according to Broadcast’s Best Places to Work 2026 survey

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Top 10 winners

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‘We believe that if you treat staff and stakeholders with respect, profit and productivity will follow’
Quay St Productions
‘We aim to create a workplace where employees feel trusted, respected, and valued for their skills and contributions’
Dancing Ledge
‘We host workshops and open days to reach as many students as possible, informing them of the varied opportunities available in our industry’
Stellify Media
‘We have quarterly staff away days which comprise of team building and fun activities and are always organised during work hours’
Lion Television
‘It’s a place where you can take your first steps with confidence, and the more experienced can feel empowered and supported to do their best’
Five Mile Films
‘Our production management manifesto states: “Always err on the side of generosity when it comes to people, but especially our staff’’
Remarkable Entertainment
‘Detailed training sessions and comprehensive support options are in place for all employees and regularly shared’
Dragonfly Film and Television
‘We offer financial planning workshops and allow dogs in the office’
Red Planet Pictures
‘Each year, we also give our staff non-deducted leave over the Christmas holiday, ensuring everyone can enjoy a proper festive break’
Raise The Roof
‘We host wellbeing walks and cuppas to encourage everyone to take a break from their desk’

Non indie winners

The Finish Line

‘Employees don’t just build careers, they help shape the future of television in a workplace defined by excellence, collaboration and wellbeing’

BritBox International

‘We pride ourselves on ensuring that our culture is a happy and healthy one’

Sky Post Production

‘We are proud to have centred our operation around our people’

Other Indie winners

A Productions
‘We offer an extensive mentoring programme which provides opportunities to attend workshops and shadow staff’
Air TV
‘New perks this year include the use of the Air TV camper van which staff can booked for trips away with their friends and family’
Arrow International Media
‘We offer ‘Step Up’ programmes and our executive producers run workshops to help talent move up’
Bad Wolf
‘Since inception, we have undertaken key initiatives to identify, train and retain a diverse, talented, loyal and happy workforce’
Blue Zoo
‘People love working at Blue Zoo because they aren’t just a number or a cog in a machine, they are the creators of our success’
Boldprint Studios
‘Virtual team socials and recognition moments celebrate achievements and keep our remote culture vibrant’
Buzz 16
‘We celebrate employee milestones by sending wishes out to all staff or in weekly huddles to staff members’
Candour Productions
‘Our executive team plays a key role as culture ambassadors, but culture itself is understood as a shared responsibility’
Curious Films
‘We offer hybrid work models without enforcing strict policies on office attendance’
Cwmni Da Cyf
‘We organise fun activities including escape rooms, scavenger hunts, and food vans’
Fifth Season
‘We are committed to continuous learning and professional growth through structured development programmes and policies’
Firecrest Films
‘We organise several small staff activities in the office including Pancake Day, the summer party, and fancy-dress Glasgow subway pub crawl’
Lightbox
‘Employees are encouraged not to work after hours; they are asked to take holidays and to support each other’
Minnow Films
‘Our lively calendar of social events includes weekly gatherings, monthly breakfasts, regular screenings, and bi-annual company parties’
Studio Ramsay Global
‘We offer our core staff members £500 per year to spend on personal development’
The Garden
‘We’re proud that people actively want to come here and work on our returning shows’
Tuesday’s Child TV
‘We encourage our teams to gain experience on productions they might not have access to in their location’
Wild Child Animation
‘We host online events to promote an inclusive atmosphere for hybrid and remote workers, for example book club and creative challenges’
Windfall Films
‘We have a strong sense of team spirit – everyone, from producers to researchers, contributes to the storytelling process and feels valued for their input’
Workerbee
‘We work together with third-party organisations to ensure the reach of opportunities is far and wide’
Yeti Media
‘Being a small team means everyone is encouraged to pitch into all aspects of production which fosters a great team spirit’

Other Non Indie Winners

Red Bee Creative
‘We allow employees to participate in community service during normal business hours without losing pay or using holiday time’
InterTalent
‘We know that success in talent management depends on trust, collaboration and genuine connection’
Insanity
‘We’re a great place to work because culture comes before ego’
Freefolk
‘We are proud that so many staff have continued their careers at Freefolk — a testament to our culture, values and shared purpose’

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Top 10 winners

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Other Indie winners

Other Non Indie Winners