8. Working well: prioritising welfare and wellbeing in screen
In our eighth episode, we hear from those using their experiences of working in production spaces to improve the wellbeing of those working behind the camera in the screen industries.Laetitia Nneke and Annika Hagemann - both producers and previous candidates of ScreenSkills training programmes - tell us about the training and workshops they've delivered to members of the workforce. They discuss how their knowledge has informed their teachings, the need to anticipate areas of tension as early as possible and the importance of establishing communication lines across all levels.Andy Glynn from the Film & TV Charity then joins us to discuss the charity's Whole Picture Toolkit. The free online resource was designed to support people at all levels of production, guide managers to look after the mental health of crew members and how to embed practices that have real lasting impact.Sarah McCaffrey was an aspiring actress before she moved into production. In response to industry demand she then combined her experience of working in film and TV as a psychotherapist (MBACP) to create Solas Mind. She tells us more about her journey and how her company tailor bespoke services to companies, studios, crew and freelancers to support the wellbeing of those working in screen.
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7. In focus: disability, data, and the DNA of the UK screen workforce
In episode 7, we explore new research from ScreenSkills and 4Skills, conducted by Ampere Analysis, on the size and profile of the UK screen workforce. We hear from those involved in the study about how the findings will guide future policy, investment and decision-making.We also speak to Sophie Morgan and Sarah Lazenby, the team behind Channel 4’s Fight to Fly, about the importance of accessibility and representation in television — both on and off screen.Plus, we introduce Who Am I, a new segment spotlighting the people behind ScreenSkills. First up: bursaries programme manager Fergal McBride on how ScreenSkills bursaries help remove financial barriers to career progression.Episode creditsThis has been a ScreenSkills podcast in partnership with the Adobe Foundation hosted by Matthew Walsh and Carley Bowman. It was produced and edited by Gabby Sharrock with guest-booking by Faith Falayi and marketing by Natalie Tandoh. The design and imagery was created by Gabby Sharrock.
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6. Behind the scenes: navigating boundaries with intimacy coordinator Yarit Dor (Rivals)
In episode 6, we speak to intimacy coordinator Yarit Dor about her journey in the industry. From being the West End’s first Intimacy Director to working on the likes of Wicked, Rivals and Peaky Blinders, she tells us what it takes to succeed in the role, how she collaborates with different departments and what misconceptions there are about the position. We then learn all about the Animation and Children’s TV Skills Fund’s DreamBIG! programme, a new entrant initiative designed to provide the required training and production experience to those looking to take their first steps in their screen careers. Listen to the episode now via Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Episode credits This has been a ScreenSkills podcast in partnership with the Adobe Foundation hosted by Matthew Walsh and Carley Bowman. It was produced and edited by Gabby Sharrock with guest-booking by Faith Falayi and marketing by Natalie Tandoh. The design and imagery was created by Gabby Sharrock.Â
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5. Supporting the workforce: mental health, leadership and inclusion in UK film and TV
In this episode we're putting the workforce at the centre of the conversation. We’re joined by CEO of the Film and TV Charity, Marcus Ryder, to discuss the findings of their Looking Glass survey and what measures can be introduced to improve the health of our industry’s workforce. We then learn all about the High-end TV Skills Fund Leaders of Tomorrow programme, an inclusion initiative designed to improve the diversity of those in leadership roles across the sector. Programme manager Hannah Green provides a programme overview while members of the new and previous cohorts tell us how the programme is helping develop their careers. Episode credits This has been a ScreenSkills podcast in partnership with the Adobe Foundation hosted by Matthew Walsh and Carley Bowman. It was produced and edited by Gabby Sharrock with guest-booking by Faith Falayi and marketing by Natalie Tandoh. The design and imagery was created by Gabby Sharrock.Â
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4. 2025 in screen: AI, trends and talent with Jake Kanter, Manori Ravindran and more
The first episode of the new year takes the opportunity to look ahead at what the next 12 months have in store for the screen industries. We’re joined by industry journalists Jake Kanter and Manori Ravindran to explore the key trendsand forecasts across film and TV. Robyn Winfield-Smith, Artistic Director of Liminal Stage Productions and Development Researcher at Hat Trick Lab, demystifies the future technologies and AI shaping the production landscape. Elsewhere, members of the ScreenSkills team in the Nations tell us what they're looking forward to in 2025 across Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.Episode credits This has been a ScreenSkills podcast in partnership with the Adobe Foundation hosted by Matthew Walsh and Carley Bowman. It was produced and edited by Gabby Sharrock with guest-booking by Gabby Sharrock and marketing by Natalie Tandoh. The design and imagery was created by Gabby Sharrock.Â
How accessible are film and TV productions? How inclusive is the screen industry? Is it sustainable?
The ScreenSkills Podcast asks these questions and more to get the behind-the-scenes breakdown on all things production. We go behind the camera and hear from those making the content you love. We explore the UK screen industry with the help of those within it and unpick the stories that matter to them.
In each monthly episode, we touch on different themes and hear how they impact the workforce.
Learn more about The ScreenSkills Podcast: https://www.screenskills.com/podcast
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