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How The Rundown makes waves among teens
Future of content: Stephen Hull reveals how ITV News’ digital news feed for teenagers The Rundown hit the bullseye, registering millions of views a month
When Jon met Idi
Art of the Interview: Jon Snow recounts the day he found himself in the private jet of a sleeping Idi Amin
Young audiences deserve our time and effort
Future of Content: we must look to the widest possible variety of sources to attract young viewers for our television news broadcasters, says Ayshah Tull
What does the Restart Scheme mean for the TV sector?
The government insurance scheme will be great for confidence in uncertain times and shows the industry is open for business, says Charlotte Sanders
Cineflix Rights eyes scripted deals
UK distributor seeks creative partnerships as it looks to bolster English-language drama catalogue
Getting immersed in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos
The highly immersive Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos technologies are widely available in a varied range of products across home entertainment
The simple way to keep your data safe
Data security on an external hard drive has never been simpler than with ArmorLock™, providing easy access via mobile phone
Taking cues from ITN’s storied past
Future of content: ITN Productions has created a distinct personality but has the company DNA running through its veins, says Ian Rumsey
ITN’s vital role in these extraordinary times
Comment: as we turn 65, examining the work we do and upholding the values that define us is crucial, says Anna Mallett
Resilience is key when working in production
Comment: 5 News presenter Sian Williams provides advice on dealing with tough times
We are duty-bound to engage young audiences
ITV News anchor Charlene White talks about her ITV series aimed at explaining racism to young audiences
When Cathy met Max
The art of the interview: Channel 4 News presenter Cathy Newman recalls a tense encounter with Oswald Mosley’s son Max about a racist pamphlet
Epidemics through the decades
Scoops: report by Jon Snow, Channel 4 News presenter, June 2020
The challenge of covering a major sporting event in post-Covid times
Future of content: pandemic or no pandemic, standing still is not an option, says ITN Productions’ Alastair Waddington
Tom Bradby: How life has changed at ITN
Comment: the News at Ten presenter reflects on his career and ponders the future
The importance of an ‘And Finally’
And Finally: News at Ten writer David Stanley reveals the art of selecting the programme’s final news item
Providing skills to change the industry
How ScreenSkills supports talent from all backgrounds to thrive in UK television
Coronavirus has changed everything for TV
Some people have stopped watching linear television without even realising it, says Tom Dods
Spotlight on Technicolor VFX
In conversation with Rachel Matchett, WW Head of VFX
Elstree Studios congratulates Sky Studios Elstree
Facility will house Sky Originals and Universal Studios Group shows across 12 sound stages
Stay safe with ScreenSkills coronavirus awareness training
As production restarts, safety is paramount and ScreenSkills’ new module aims to demonstrate best practice
VFX shows resilience through Covid-19 crisis
While the coronavirus has drastically reduced work for VFX companies, the industry has quickly adjusted, says Lorraine Ruckstuhl
Disney+’s D2C strategy paying off
New SVoD measurement service TRP Codex data confirms successful start for streamer
The Yellow Book gives production the green light
First Option’s new Covid-19 Production Manual provides detailed advice on how production can restart
In Business: bringing Gangs of London to the small screen
Pulse Films found Barclays financing integral to the big-budget Sky Atlantic drama production
How indies can adapt their content to flourish after Covid-19
The government has laid out a roadmap for loosening the lockdown, but production companies still face big challenges in getting back to work
Supporting UK content creation
Discover how Barclays is helping to fund productions and boosting the creative sector
Remote Trauma unveils Covid Media Solutions
Robust new solution will enable production sector to safely restart
How to encourage more women into TV tech roles
Anne-Marie Corvin on the roundtable debate which was held to mark International Women’s Day last month
Next Steps for TV Advertising Measurement
How TV advertising fits into a fast-evolving landscape where online and on-demand advertising are growing fast
How NFTS graduates are powering British drama
Almost two-thirds of high-end shows currently employ the school’s alumni
Global growth: are you in or out?
With the increasingly international reach of TV, out-of-London producers can access more markets and the Creative Cities Convention is here to help
IR35: what does it mean for TV?
The UK Government has now announced a delay of new off-payroll working rules until April 2021 due to Covid-19. Sargent-Disc looks at how these changes are likely to affect the industry when they come into force.
The value of good mental health
Why the mental health of employees and freelancers is vital to UK film and television
Three ways TV can leverage TikTok
Influencer marketing agency Fanbytes explains how the social media platform can be escapism on steroids
Supporting the evolution of TV
With 30 years’ experience, Barclays specialist media team is continuously evolving to keep pace with a rapidly changing production industry
Relocation is good for everyone
Shifting TV’s centre of gravity outside of London will help to improve creativity and diversify the industry, says Ruth Pitt
BBC has chance for real change
Whoever the new DG is, the key to success for the corporation lies in increasing opportunities for talent from across the country, says Ruth Pitt
Creating an Uproar about threatened wildlife
Conservationist and TV presenter Chris Morgan reveals how he has turned his passionate wildlife expertise into a content production operation
Landmark M&A production deals predicted for 2020
Having brokered Bear Grylls’ sale to Banijay, and Plimsoll investment from LDC, ACF Investment Bank has the track record to get value for its clients
The best of the best
What makes the production companies nominated for Best Independent Production Company at the 2020 Broadcast Awards stand out?
Do you meet the N&R criteria?
As broadcasters boost their N&R spending, accountancy and advisory firm RSM can help ensure your production doesn’t fall foul of the rules
Why Disney’s streaming gamble is paying off
Years spent investing in top-notch IP and technology has armed Disney+ with the tools to win the streaming wars, says Tom Dods
Pact tool gives indies the edge
CEO John McVay says the Pact Growth Accelerator will give members all the resources they need to stay ahead of rivals in a competitive global market
Women in TV: new talent in conversation
Emerging writer-director Tiana Linden and screenwriter Lauren Bishop reveal what inspires their work and their biggest achievements to date
Streamers lure advertising revenue
Broadcaster VoD services are attracting advertisers as audience measurement improves, OMD’s Carl Connaughton tells Tim Dams
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Jane Featherstone: I’m in the business of people
WFTV Business Award winner tells Tim Dams why focusing on real issues is the key to creating stronger dramas
How productions avoid safety hazards
Managing the many safety risks involved in complex productions requires a systematic approach and needs early planning, says Jamie Fewster
Richard Lever: TV’s ‘perfect storm’ is upon us
Richard Lever at Lee & Thompson discusses the increasingly complex TV market and the ongoing challenges facing independent producers
Are you ready for Brexit?
As MPs continue to argue over the UK’s departure from the EU, Sargent-Disc examines the impact on producers of exiting with or without a deal
Global production: the big questions answered
Barclays’ Lorraine Ruckstuhl and Tom Dods explore the BI Global TV Production Map 2019 and assess the implications of consolidation
How much TV can one person watch?
Netflix’s first-mover advantage over new SVoDs rivals may give it the edge in the saturated world of content, writes Barclays’ Tom Dods
Building careers in high-end TV
ScreenSkills offers a range of schemes to help those at all levels step up the career ladder, from Trainee Finder to the Make a Move programme
Generating business overseas
Pact MD of business and global strategy Dawn McCarthy-Simpson answers the most frequently asked questions about doing business internationally
Industry Report: The state of voice in the media and broadcast industry
The rise in machine learning and artificial intelligence has pushed the boundaries of voice technology adoption.
Brexit checklist: what you need to know
Barclays’ Lorraine Ruckstuhl provides a useful step-by-step guide of what producers must consider if the UK exits the EU