Getting Started in the Industry in the UK?
Getting into the industry can be extremely hard and it may seem at times impossible to break into. Check out the resources below - hopefully some of these will help in some way.
And please do comment any additional resources you think would be useful!
Useful resources to get you first Job in TV:
Getting your foot in the door -
- How to get a job in TV - TV Jobs Guide: How to Get a Job in Television - Royal Television Society (rts.org.uk)
- How to survive as a freelancer - How to survive as a freelancer - Royal Television Society (rts.org.uk)
Useful Books and Resources:
- TV Production Handbook - The TV Studio Production Handbook - Lucy Brown, Lyndsay Duthie (available on Amazon)
- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People: Revised and Updated: 30th Anniversary Edition (available on Amazon)
How to present yourself for success:
Tracy Forcyth, Leadership Coach - www.fasttracktofearless.com
Industry Context
- New IFTC Tax Credit – What does it mean? - What Does the UK’s New Independent Film Tax Credit (IFTC) Mean for Productions? - Entertainment Partners
- Major Studio bringing Hollywood to Berkshire - Berkshire film studio brings Hollywood magic to the UK - BBC News
- Current state of the industry - Industry data and insights - BFI
- New Pact/ Bectu Agreement - Understanding the New Pact/Bectu TV Drama Agreement 2023 - Entertainment Partners (ep.com)
- What’s been produced in the UK - Made in the UK: 16 unmissable film and TV projects to look out for in 2023 | Promotion - Screen (screendaily.com)
Comment if any of these resources helped you!
Comments
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This is a great list of resources Zach! I would add Screenskills' comprehensive overview of the different roles available in the film and TV industry (see here: ). This can be a really helpful resource for people who are just starting out and are unsure which direction they'd like to go in.
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Thank you, Zach, for sharing this insightful post! The included links are fantastic, and the post is extremely useful for me. I believe it will be even more helpful for someone new to the industry.
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That is a great resource, thanks Emily!
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I'm so glad you have found it useful Katherine!
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Love this!
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Thanks Jovita, hope you find it useful!
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Hi there.
My name is Ranko and I'm construction forman working in New Mexico for last 10 years. I'm British passport holder and hoping to get back to UK with my family. Can anyone help me with any links in UK or Europe.
Thank you
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Hi Ranko - Production Base is a well-known job site for film & TV roles in the UK. For additional sites, check out this helpful list here.
Once in the UK, if you're looking for training or networking opportunities, Production Guild of Great Britain and ScreenSkills frequently run industry training and events. Depending on where in the UK you are considering, the various film offices in the nations and regions will also have a wealth of useful info and opportunities, such as Bristol Film Office, Screen Alliance Wales and Liverpool Film Office.Many of these organisations also run online events, which you may be able to attend while you're still in the US.
Best of luck, Emily
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Thank you Emily,
I am already in contact with Production Base and you just gave me information i needed before i send my CV to them. i wasn't shore they are legitimate agency.
thank you so much.
Ranko
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Hi Ranko
As always, please be sure to do your own due diligence, as before getting involved with any organization, you should assess whether the organization and its policies are appropriate for you.
Best wishes,Emily
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Thank you, will do…
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