All Columnists articles
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CommentKate Bulkley: The next disruption could be just around the corner
YouTube and creator-led content are having their day, but producers must be alert to how quickly things can change
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CommentRoy Ackerman: The industry gatekeepers are no longer needed
While the content custodians of old had their place, it’s time to look forward and embrace the creator economy
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CommentLorraine Heggessey: Every doc should find a place for those at start of career
Only a radical and properly resourced plan can ensure the health of the genre over the long term
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CommentSky and ITV have been here before - so what’s changed?
The pay-TV giant’s former chief operating officer Mike Darcey explores whether the stumbling blocks which thwarted the deal 19 years ago still exist
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CommentMike Darcey: A universally funded BBC is a tougher sell than ever before
With Tim Davie’s proposals for the future of the licence fee not certain to succeed, the BBC will need a plan B
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CommentKate Bulkley: Breaking up or bulking up – has Zaslav or Iger got it right?
WBD is being split in two just three years after merger, while Disney is moving in the other direction with Hulu purchase
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CommentRoy Ackerman: Theatrical feature docs are not the only game in town
Powerful, independent films still have a place on linear channels, with cuts to running times and budgets
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CommentKate Bulkley: The industry needs a more sustainable business model
Following the LA fires, Covid and the US strikes, shows that are repeatable with the ability to go global are key
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CommentDanny Brocklehurst: Unique British comedy must not be allowed to disappear
Though our humour may not always travel, fresh and innovative stories about life in the UK remain vital
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CommentFatima Salaria: Co-pros are an opportunity to take risks and experiment
Bringing together different perspectives and experiences can help to generate bold and fresh ideas
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CommentFaraz Osman: TV and gaming should be partners rather than rivals
There is huge scope for experimentation and to engage new audiences, so let’s play together
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CommentScott 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
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CommentKate 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
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CommentPark 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
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CommentDanny 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
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CommentFatima 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,
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CommentScott 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
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CommentKate 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
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CommentFaraz 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
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CommentMike 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