TV Makers

In the grand finale of Series 2, we're closing with a bang!  Please welcome Emmy Award-winning director Jessica Hobbs, renowned for her work on The Crown, Broadchurch, The Regime, and Apple Tree Yard. Jessica shares her insights on directing and reveals the secrets behind crafting some of the most captivating television of the past decade. Don't miss this exclusive conversation with one...

Starting out in the TV Industry? Listen closely to Lottie Targett's tips and tricks in how to survive as a Runner on your next show! Not just one for the burgeoning new recruits of television but Lottie's no holds barred opinion on what life is like in TV, paired with her incredible enthusiasm is bound to make any veteran remember their own experiences and life lessons that might make th...

Nathaniel Christian-John has carved his way as a trusted researcher within factual television and in this episode, speaks about what it means to have an episode rest on his due diligence and quick thinking.  We also speak about the right age (if there is one) to enter into the industry and how to communicate effectively with senior team members.  If you want to get in touch with Nate, you can find...

Mike Sansom is the founder of Brightfire productions and the go to person for all things special effects. Mike has worked on TV royalty such as Top Gear, The Grand Tour, Derren Brown, The Slow Mo Guys to name but a few and he has some stories to go along with his vast experience. If you're looking to see what it takes to be a master of Special Effects or indeed, how you might work with someon...

This week we have, Emilea Bagstaff, a fantastic, up and coming, Production Coordinator. Some of Emilea’s credits include Bafta award winning Documentary, Ambulance, and new doc for Discovery -  Britain’s Deadliest.   Arguably, Production Coordinators are the backbone of any tv production, but the intricacies of what’s involved spans further than any spreadsheet, regardless of how good it is, which...

This week we have the fabulous Zac Clarke, a Camera Assistant with credits on huge shows such as The Late Late show with James Corden, Comic Relief,  Interior design masters and The Voice.  Zac quickly made a name for himself as one of the best camera assistants you can hire and he speaks about the added extras he brings to his role, the pressures of supporting huge shoots when things go wrong and...

On this week's episode, Claire O'Shea uncovers the mystery box that is the world of task producing. Where, instead of people sat around a white board coming up with ideas, they are instead bringing in films and snacks, testing and re-testing, to make the best tasks, challenges and games imaginable. Claire's impressive rostra of credits from the likes of SAS: Who Dares Wins, The Appr...

I'm excited to bring you Sarah Milton, Production Designer with over 30 years of set design experience and the designer behind shows such as The Great British Menu, Spring Watch, Secret life of 4, 5 and 6 year olds, Ministry of Curious Stuff and the Martin lewis Money Show. You can find Sarah on her website by clicking here . TV Makers is your go-to podcast for staying ahead in your career, w...

This week we have Production Manager Jamie Stratton who not only has a wealth of experience, he started a TV revolution by writing an open letter to broadcasters insisting on parity in pay with his editorial counterparts. The open letter was signed by thousands of other people in the industry and if you want to also add your name to it, the link can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/...

Welcome to TV Makers with host Ashley Golder and we are back for Series 2!  Join us as we hear from  TV professionals from all corners of the industry and ask what they do and how they do it.  If you’re new to the podcast, a huge welcome to you, and thank you for tuning in! There’s an entire series you can catch up on with 10 episodes waiting for you, featuring  Directors, Lighting Technicians, Ed...

A new year is upon us and so is Series 2 of TV Makers, an industry podcast where I talk to TV veterans and work out how to do their job before we get there ourselves.  It's a podcast for those looking to step up but not entirely sure what's involved in that next promotion. How do you go from production Coordinator to Production manager? What's involved in Task Producing? How do you...

Welcome back to TV Makers, and for the series finale we bring you Hugo Healy, award winning Drone Operator.  With a repertoire of prestigious accolades, including triumphs at some of the globe's most prestigious photography awards, Hugo's expertise has allowed him to film and photograph some unique perspectives. His lens has captured iconic moments for productions like Dune 2, collaborat...

In this weeks episode of TV Makers we have a true master of his craft, the incredibly talented Steadicam Operator, Dom Jackson!    Dom has used his skills on Award winning shows such as Strictly come Dancing, Big Brother, Olympic closing and opening ceremonies, Japan World Cup, BAFTA’s, EMA and NME awards as well as being the go to operator for huge live concerts for the likes of Coldplay, Rolling...

On this week's episode is Jacqueline Baker, an exceptional Development Producer who has made a significant impact on the industry both with her winning commissions and within the TV community itself.  As if her work as a Development Producer wasn't enough to talk about, Jacqui has an impressive list of extra curricular TV credits: Broadcast Now’s Hot Shot List Breakthrough leader at TV C...

In this captivating episode of TV Makers, we dive into the world of Liam White, a renowned Director of Photography (DOP) and Gimbal operator who has carved his niche in the music industry. From capturing electrifying live performances to intimate studio sessions, Liam has become the go-to professional within music circles. Join us as we unravel the trials and triumphs of freelancing in the filmmak...

Welcome back to TV Makers! This week I'm speaking with Series Director, Mike Parker, who discusses how to make the leap from Producer Directing (PD) to Series Directing (SD), what's involved in the role and some of the added responsibilities on his shoulders.  Mike is infinitely experienced in live, reality and game show formats, often mixing these genre's together to create smash h...

Episode 5 and it's an important one! The Edit! Without the edit we have no show and often, despite the fact they hate the phrase, the edit really does often fix it in post.     Hosted by Ashley Golder, today's episode of TV Makers see's the talented and wonderful Helen Page who works as both a Series Producer and Edit Producer and for this episode, dives into how to run an edit suit...

Welcome back to TV Makers! This is a bi-weekly podcast talking with industry experts who spill the beans in how to actually do the jobs we're expected to know...before we get the jobs! This week we have a wealth of experience to hand in the form of Matt Bacon. A Sound Recordist with credits from The Apprentice, Top Gear, Master Chef, The Bachelor and Great British Menu to name but a few! You...

Welcome to the latest episode of TV Makers! Before we dive in, we want to provide a content warning that this episode includes a conversation about sexual assault. We understand that this is a sensitive topic, and we want to ensure that our listeners feel supported throughout the episode and there are links below if anyone would like to reach out or talk to someone. That being said, we believe tha...

Thank you everyone who listened to the first episode of TV Makers. A tonne of you downloaded to listen so I hope you enjoy this episode just as much.  This week for the second episode of the series, we have Camilla Lunn, a Shooting Assistant Producer who is perhaps the most uplifting person you could ever speak to and therefore listen to. If you’re in any part of your career and wondering how to k...

The very first episode of the brand new podcast TV Makers! Every two weeks Ashley Golder interviews an industry professional to delve into the intricacies of their role, learning about the challenges and rewards of working in the industry. This week we have Ben Seale, a Shooting Producer / Director working in the unscripted side of TV.  You can find Ben on Instagram @Seale.tv If you like what you...

TV Makers is a podcast that takes listeners behind the scenes of the TV industry, interviewing professionals in various roles to gain insights into their work. Host Ashley Golder speaks with the likes of Steadicam operators, Production Managers, Directors, Lighting Technicians, and more, covering all aspects of the TV world. In each episode, we delve into the intricacies of their roles, learning a...