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SUMMARY:NI Step Up to HOD: Lead and manage your team with confidence
DESCRIPTION:Register InterestApplication deadline 23:59 on 15th December 20240000Days00Hrs00Min00Sec\nAre you a Northern Ireland based screen professional with 5+ years' experience? \n\nAre you looking to Step Up to Head of Department and/or lead your team?  \nWe are looking for Northern Ireland based industry professionals working in craft\, technical\, editorial or production roles across scripted (Film\, HETV or continuing drama)\, unscripted\, animation or post-production and who are looking to step up and lead their teams.  \nStepping up to lead a team can be daunting. As a leader and manager\, your approach and thinking needs to develop as you take on extra responsibility.  \nLed by Mission Accomplished CEO\, Alison Grade\, with guest speaker sessions from a range of exciting industry experts\, this training course is designed to support you as you Learn to Lead in Film and TV and Step Up to HOD.  \nMission Accomplished is particularly keen to receive applications from traditionally excluded groups especially those from:   \nPeople from racialised identitiesPeople that are (d)Deaf\, Disabled and/or NeurodivergentThose who are care-experienced.People from a refugee or disadvantaged migrant communityThose from a Gypsy\, Roma or Traveller communityPeople from LGBTQI+ CommunitiesPeople from a working class/low-income background (or if you have identified as such in the past)We welcome applications from all individuals. If you would like support completing the application form and/or would like us to send it to you in an alternative format\, please email training@mission.guru\n Register InterestTHE COURSE WILL COVER\nTHE COURSE WILL COVER: \n\nWhat does stepping up to lead your team involve? \nUnderstanding team dynamics and personalities \nManaging budgets and schedules \nInclusive recruitment\, working practices \nDealing with conflict and managing performance \nHealth and Safety considerations for leaders and manager \nLooking after ourselves and our teams \nPitching myself to take on an HOD / leadership role \n\nBy the end of the course\, participants will have practical and actionable leadership and management strategies to build a vibrant\, motivated and resilient creative team\, as well as having developed their confidence in taking on a new challenge and thriving in a leadership / HOD role.  \nCOURSE FORMAT \nThe course will be delivered as a mix of in-person workshops in Northern Ireland and online masterclasses from working leaders / HODs. \n\n4 x Saturdays In-Person Workshops. \n6 x 2 hour Monday-Evening Online Workshops. \n2 x 1 hour Mentoring and Shadowing (arranged to suit).  \n3 x 1 hour Online Employability 1-2-1's (arranged to suit).  \nBook club\n\nAlong side in-person training participants are expected to complete On demand E-Learning Modules.  \nAPPLICATION PROCESS\nKEY DATES \n\nApplications close at 23.59 on 15th December 2024\n\nInterviews (online)\n \n\n17th of December 2024\n18th of December 2024\n\nCOURSE DATES AND OUTLINE\nCOURSE OUTLINE \n\n\n\n\n\nSession\nDuration\nCourse Content\n\n\n\n\nSession 1 – in person \nSaturday\, 18th January 2025\nAll day\nWhat does Stepping up to HOD involve?   \n\nWhat does success look like? What role is the goal to step up to? And on what size/scale of production? (which band / time slot / channel?)  \nWhat is leadership and management? And expectations \nWhy delegation is important  \n\nRecruitment\, inclusion and team dynamics  \n\nBuilding inclusive and diverse teams / building cultural awareness and sensitivity\nInclusive and good hiring and working practices\nEnsuring content and practices are culturally sensitive\nKnowing and motivating my team\n\nAbout me: Skills audit and Building a CV and portfolio for Stepping Up  \nBook Club \n\n\nMasterclass 1 – online  \nMonday\, 27th January\n2 hours  \nMidweek evening \nWorking with Line Producer\, Series Producer\, Producer and Director – Dealing with and planning for changes  \nGuest speaker Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 2 – in person  \nGuest Speaker Budgeting – Caroline  \nSaturday\, 1st February 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll day\nManaging budgets and schedules   \n\nHow do you create a department budget and schedule?  \nEstimating labour and materials  \nTracking and forecasting costs  \nContingencies  \nRelationship with Production Accountant and Line Producer  \nNegotiation fundamentals – rates/industry standards/labour/material \n\nPitching and Presenting  \n\nInterview prep\, pitching and presentation prep \n\nAbout me: Building networks and supporters  \nBook Club \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMasterclass 2 – online  \nMonday\, 10th February 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 2 hours  \nMidweek evening \nMake a Move\, Agents and gaining representation  \nGuest speaker Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 3 – in person \nFirst Option  \nSaturday\, 22nd February 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll day\nHealth and Safety  \n\nH&S for HODs and leaders \nRisk Management of Production course delivered by First Option \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMasterclass 3  – online  \nMonday\, 10th March 2025   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2 hours  \nMidweek evening \nLooking after ourselves\, our people and our planet  \n\nBuilding resilient teams and becoming a resilient leader  \nDealing with imposter syndrome  \nMental Health for you and your team  \nCreating a safe space \nSustainability in industry \nEnvironmental impact and the role of HODs in promoting sustainability\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSession 4 – in person \nSaturday\, 15th March 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll day\nManaging performance\, challenging situations\, giving and receiving feedback  \n\nDealing with conflict  \nManaging team performance   \nGiving feedback \nDelivering bad news   \nMaking difficult decisions   \nManaging up as well as down \n\nPitching and presenting  \n\nPractical activity – practice pitches and mock interviews \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMasterclass 4 – online  \nMonday\, 24th March 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2 hours  \nMidweek evening \nAbout me: Where do I fit in the NI landscape and how to do I find Stepping Up opportunities? Step Up Stories.  \n\nQ&A with NI Screen and recently stepped-up alumni from across UK \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMENTORING AND COACHING\nMENTORING AND COACHING \nEach learner will be matched with a mentor from their department who is a couple of steps ahead of them on their journey. This will enable the learners to gain department specific knowledge for their stepping up journey\, along with the broader leadership and management challenges faced by all those who step up.  \nIn addition\, each participant will be offered 2 x 1 hour 1-2-1 bespoke CV / employability support to help them identify the role and production they are looking to step up to and assist them with their CV\, pitch and interview skills. \nBY THE END OF THE TRAINING COURSE\nBy the end of the training course\, participants will: \n\nUnderstand the role and responsibilities of a leader / HOD\nHave the skills and knowledge to step up to leader / HOD\nHave developed knowledge of budgeting responsibility as leader / HOD\nKnow themselves and what they bring to a team\nHave developed Leadership and Management skills needed for the role\nUnderstand the Health and Safety responsibities of a leader / HOD\nHave strategies and tactics for managing a team\nFeel confident to pitch themselves into a stepped up position as HOD and/or team leader\n\nCOURSE DIRECTOR AND LEAD TUTOR\nAlison Grade | Course Director \nAlison founded and runs Mission Accomplished. The company regularly delivers training courses for ScreenSkills. Alison is an experienced Line Producer and Production Manager as well as a Nesta Accredited Creative Enterprise Trainer. She regularly delivers training that enables creatives to take their careers to the next level. Alison is the author of Penguin published book\, The Freelance Bible and offers many workshops and training programmes to support freelancers. \n Register Interest Delivery team  Our Funders This course is funded by Northern Ireland Screen\, supported by the BFI and the National Lottery. \n Register InterestTraining (88)\nScreenSkills (76)\nHETV (62)\nFilm (44)\nUnscripted (32)\nExperienced (14)\nFreelancing (14)\nChildren's (14)\nEarly Experienced (10)\nScripted (8)\nCareer stage Early (5)\nFor Approval (5)\nAge +18 (4)
URL:https://www.mission.guru/event/ni-step-up-to-hod/
LOCATION:Belfast TBC\, Belfast\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Experienced,Early Experienced,Scripted,Freelancing,Training,Film,HETV,Unscripted
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SUMMARY:Unscripted TV Development Assistant Producer Training Programme
DESCRIPTION:Apply now Application deadline 23:59 on 30th March 20250000Days00Hrs00Min00Sec\nAre you working as a Development AP and looking to upskill in your role?\n\nAre you newly appointed in a Development AP role and keen to hone your skills?\n\nAre you an experienced Development Researcher ready to move up to a Development AP role?\nMission Accomplished are delivering a brand-new Unscripted Development Assistant Producer training programme. \nThe training will run in two cohorts (one in May and one in July – precise dates TBC). Training sessions will take place on weekdays during standard office hours. The schedule includes: \n\n4 x 3-hour online sessions (including an array of guest speakers)\n2 x in-person training days (Birmingham)\n1-2-1 session with the course leader\n6-month work placement as a Development AP – with partial salary support from the ScreenSkills Unscripted Skills Fund.\n\nWe’re looking to recruit 20 delegates based across the UK. \nThis programme is aimed at those who have demonstrable experience working in unscripted TV development at Development AP or Development Researcher level. You could be a newly appointed Development AP\, eager to hone their skills and build confidence\, or an experienced Development Researcher\, ready to step up into a Development AP position. \nYou can access this course in two ways:\n\nIndependent Route: If you’re a freelancer or between contracts\, you can apply for one of our dedicated placement opportunities. Please note: You will need to be approved by both the training provider and the placement company to be selected for the training.\nCompany Route: If you are currently working for a company as a Development AP\, or about to be stepped up from Development Researcher\, and your current production company is supporting your application\, you can apply with a letter of recommendation.Please note:\n\n\nThe company must be committed to a six-month placement and agree to top up the salary contribution provided by the ScreenSkills Unscripted Production Fund.\nNo more than 50% of the places will be allocated via this route.\nHost companies must evidence a need for partaking in the programme to create this opportunity.\n\nThere is a fee of £300 (+VAT) for this course\, which is payable upon enrolment. Bursaries are available and will be prioritised for independent applicants. \nMission Accomplished is particularly keen to receive applications from traditionally excluded groups especially those from:   \nPeople from racialised identitiesPeople that are (d)Deaf\, Disabled and/or NeurodivergentThose who are care-experienced.People from a refugee or disadvantaged migrant communityThose from a Gypsy\, Roma or Traveller communityPeople from LGBTQI+ CommunitiesPeople from a working class/low-income background (or if you have identified as such in the past)If you need additional support to complete your application or require the application form in an alternative format\, please contact USF@screenskills.com . \nApply now THE COURSE WILL COVER\nTHE COURSE WILL COVER: \nThis course is aimed at addressing the lack of training for Development AP talent and is aimed at ensuring they are ready to tackle the current and future challenges within the unscripted TV sector.   \nThe course will cover the development process within a production company:  \n\nBrief  \nIdeation  \nFormulating the Idea  \nCreating Pitch Decks  \nSizzles  \n\nCourse content headlines include:   \n\nThriving as a Development AP in an evolving landscape \nThe business of creativity \nMaximising creative performance \nLeadership\, managing teams and setting boundaries \nThe Developer's Guide to Production \nHow to be the best Dev AP you possibly can \n\nCOURSE FORMAT \nSubject to market conditions\, the placements will run concurrently with the training to maximise opportunities to implement the learning. The training itself will be split across two cohorts: \nCohort 1 dates (placements beginning in May):\n\nFriday\, 9th May\, 2-5 pm – Online\nTuesday\, 20th & Wednesday\, 21st May – In-person full days in Birmingham\nThursday\, 5th June\, 2-5 pm – Online\nThursday\, 19th June\, 2-5 pm – Online\nThursday\, 10th July\, 2-5 pm – Online\n\nCohort 2 dates (placements beginning in July):\n\nThursday\, 3rd July\, 2-5 pm – Online\nMonday\, 14th & Tuesday\, 15th July – In-person full days in Birmingham\nThursday\, 7th August\, 2-5 pm – Online\nThursday\, 21st August\, 2-5 pm – Online\nThursday\, 4th September\, 2-5 pm – Online\n\nHOW TO APPLY\nClick 'Apply Now' at the top of the page and follow the instructions to complete your application through the ScreenSkills website. \nYou must have demonstrable experience working in unscripted TV development at Development AP or Development Researcher level. \nIn the application\, you will be asked to specify whether you are applying for support as a freelancer or an employee of an unscripted TV company. If you are applying as an employee\, you will need to provide your company name and the contact person we can reach if you are successful. \nYou will also be asked for your three most recent credits. Please provide the programme/series title and your job role. \nWhile most questions in the application form are multiple choice or require short answers\, four questions will require longer answers. For your preparation\, these four questions are: \n\nWhy do you feel you are a suitable candidate for this training programme at this time in your career?\nWhat are you looking to achieve by completing this training programme?\nDo you have any other hobbies\, interests\, or specialist knowledge that could influence your practice?\nWhat is your future career goal?\n\nIf you need additional support to complete your application or require the application form in an alternative format please contact USF@screenskills.com  \nKEY DATES\nKEY DATES:\n\nApplication Deadline – Sunday\, 30th March\, 23:59 2025\nFirst-round interviews with Mission Accomplished commence – Monday\, 7th April\, 2025\nSecond-round interviews with the production company offering placement commence – Monday\, 14th April 2025\n\nYou will need to be approved by both the training provider and the placement company to be selected for the training. \nBY THE END OF THE TRAINING COURSE\nBy the end of the training course\, participants will: \n\nUnderstand the role and responsibilities of a Development Assistant Producer \nHave the skills and knowledge to take on a role at Development Assistant Producer level \nKnow themselves and their creative identity \nKnow their buyers (channels / SVODs) and how to crack them \nUnderstand the need to look at ideas afresh and be continually challenging their thinking \nHave started to develop Leadership and Management skills needed for the role \nHave developed their brainstorming and ideation skills and upscaled their creative processes \nUnderstand access\, talent\, their assets and how to sell them \n\nCOURSE DIRECTOR AND LEAD TUTOR\nAlison Grade | Course Director \nAlison founded and runs Mission Accomplished. The company regularly delivers training courses for ScreenSkills. Alison is an experienced Line Producer and Production Manager as well as a Nesta Accredited Creative Enterprise Trainer. She regularly delivers training that enables creatives to take their careers to the next level. Alison is the author of Penguin published book\, The Freelance Bible and offers many workshops and training programmes to support freelancers. \nSophie Morgan | Course Trainer  \nShe is an experienced TV and multi-platform content creator\, screenwriter and development consultant with over twenty-years working as award-winning creative director\, commissioning editor and BAFTA-nominated producer. Working in the UK and US\, she has developed\, and exec produced hundreds of hours of TV content including Britain's Next Top Model\, RuPaul's Drag Race\, London Ink and Jade. \nIn 2021 she founded multi-platform ideation and development consultancy Pontariva Media with the aim of adding value to production companies\, multiplatform content studios and broadcasters like Channel 4 and Sky. They do this by helping them devise more ambitious\, omni platform content and find innovative ways to exploit IP\, use emerging technology and design new funding models.  \nShe also devises and delivers industry training on topics including Gen AI\, agile leadership\, industry diversification and best creative practice and runs regular workshops for ScreenSkills and Creative Enterprise as well as the NFTS and Warwick University. She chairs several industry panels for Broadcast's AI summits and is a neurodiversity advocate and mentor. She has written two novels and two screenplays for Sky and the BBC.  \n Delivery team  Our Funders This training programme is funded by the ScreenSkills Unscripted TV Skills Fund which invests in training for the unscripted workforce thanks to contributions from broadcasters\, SVoDs and production companies.  \nApply now Training (88)\nScreenSkills (76)\nHETV (62)\nFilm (44)\nUnscripted (32)\nExperienced (14)\nFreelancing (14)\nChildren's (14)\nEarly Experienced (10)\nScripted (8)\nCareer stage Early (5)\nFor Approval (5)\nAge +18 (4)
URL:https://www.mission.guru/event/unscripted-tv-development-assistant-producer-training-programme/
LOCATION:Birmingham TBC\, Birmingham\, B1\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Experienced,Early Experienced,Scripted,Freelancing,Training,Film,HETV,Unscripted
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SUMMARY:The WonderHub: Innovating development for creative leads ( Birmingham )
DESCRIPTION:STOP PRESS: This event is now FREE to attend. Reserve your spot now. Limited places available.Book now\n✓Do you lead or manage a development team within an unscripted indie?\n\n✓Are you an experienced unscripted creative looking to develop future-focused development skills?\n\n✓Do you want to rethink your approach to development but aren’t sure where to start?\n\n✓Are you looking to identify sustainable and diverse revenue streams to futureproof your indie?\nIf this sounds like you then The WonderHub is the event for you.\nBirmingham Wednesday 21st – Thursday 22nd January 2026 at Library of BirminghamGlasgowTuesday 3rd – Wednesday 4th February 2026 at The Social Hub Glasgow\nThis two-day symposium for senior creatives in unscripted TV casts creative and commercial eyes on the development process of the future. The WonderHub provides a space to explore and unlock innovative development strategies\, develop skills\, forge connections\, build resilient and sustainable production companies that can respond to disruption. \nThe two days will host two immersive spaces designed to energise your creative thinking: the Wonder Hub and Innovation Station. In the Wonder Hub\, we’ll explore how development and TV are evolving through live training sessions and expert Q&As. The Innovation Station connects you directly with leading specialists through hands-on demos and 1:1 consultations – covering everything from crafting the perfect thumbnail to creative uses of AI and designing a show-stopping sizzle. Together\, these spaces deliver the inspiration and innovation to fuel your next big move. \n\nBook now Wonder Hub A space to think and wonder for two days of big ideas through live training\, expert Q&As\, in a room bustling with creatives. \nThe power of the pivot: the definitive guide to building multiple revenue streamsWhy branded content matters (and why making it strengthens our TV ecosystem)If you want to go far\, go together: secrets of successful collaborationsEmbracing innovation in developmentBehind the scenes: audience insights and the commissioning processCan you make money from YouTube and socials?Hiring for creative success and the future of dev teamsTop 10 emerging industry trends for 2026Show me the money!Lessons from the creator economyWhy Data MattersOriginality in the time of reboots: finding your creative niche in a risk-averse landscape Innovation station A space to connect in a future-focused hub of experts and innovators offering 1-1 demos and consultations. \nAI UnpackedFull description \nSit down for a personalised 1–2–1 consultation with our resident AI expert\, Stephanie Ronan-Chlond. Share your current challenges\, from choosing the right tools to spotting new opportunities\, and walk away with tailored guidance\, best-practice recommendations and actionable next steps to elevate your workflows.  \nMeet the Founders: MotionHub AI platform \n \nFull description \nMeet the founders of MotionHub\, the Innovate UK–backed AI platform transforming creative production. Explore how MotionHub streamlines storage\, consents\, transcription\, cataloguing\, project management and IP monetisation\, all in one hub. Perfect for creators looking to supercharge their workflow with cutting-edge tools.  \nSizzles That SellFull description \nGrab a dedicated slot with experienced sizzle creator\, Johnny Rickard to analyse your reel\, refine your storytelling and tackle creative or technical challenges. Bring questions\, ideas or specific issues and leave with practical insights to make your sizzle stand out.  \nThe Thumbnail LabFull description\nSit down with a graphics designer who specialises in high-impact thumbnails for streaming platforms. Explore what makes a thumbnail compelling\, how to visually convey a concept\, and how strong design can elevate your pitch or project in an increasingly image-driven marketplace.  \n Experts joining us \nB\nBirmingham\nG\nGlasgow\n\nSophie Morgan \n\n\n\nAward-winning TV and multiplatform content creator\, screenwriter and development consultant (WonderHub Developer) \n\n\nB\nG\n\nPerjit Aujla\n\nExecutive Producer / Development Executive (WonderHub Developer) \nB\nG\n\nHannah Southern\n\nCommercial Lead\, Podcast Discovery \nB\nG\n\nJoe Connor\n\nGraphics Designer \nB\nG\n\nJohnny Rickard\n\nSizzle Editor and Content Creator \nB\nG\n\nNasfim Haque\n\nHead of Content\, BBC3 \nB\n\nStephanie Ronan-Chlond\n\nTV Producer turned AI Filmmaker & Doctoral Researcher \nB\nG\n\nTafara Makopa\n\nChief Executive Officer\, Mako Studios \nB\nG\n\nVictoria Holden\n\nMotionHub \nB\nG\n\nWill Medhurst\n\nBBC Audience Planner \nB\n\nPaul Heaney\n\nChief Executive Officer\, BossaNova \nB\n\nFiona Gillies\n\nCo-founder\, My Smash Media \nB\n\nChristine Hartland\n\nCo-founder\, My Smash Media \nG\n\nMore experts to be announced soon… \nSTOP PRESS: This event is now FREE to attend. Reserve your spot now. Limited places available. Why The WonderHub ? Re-thinking business strategy is essential. Having a plurality of revenue streams is what will keep your business afloat. Smaller companies with lower overheads can move quicker and embrace change faster\, but a solid business strategy is what will convert short-term wins into long-term success. The way development professionals generate ideas needs to innovate in order to survive. Audience viewing habits\, buyer needs\, and collaboration are evolving\, with new tools and practices reshaping development. The companies that succeed are those adapting their approach to keep pace with change. Innovative leadership is vital. To keep pace with the changing shape of development and maximise the full potential of our teams and freelancers\, the way leaders conceive and devolve their leadership is vital - as is looking after ourselves and making sure we are as effective as we possibly can be.  Book now\nSince the course I’ve spearheaded the implementation of AI into the development department of our company. Likewise\, I’ve used many of the brainstorming techniques we were taught and have started to pursue opportunities for ad-funded programming which was something I hadn’t fully grasped before the course but now increasingly see it as crucial to the changing face of unscripted television. \nZena Oliani\, Development ExecutiveThis event is funded by the ScreenSkills Unscripted TV Skills Fund which invests in training for the unscripted workforce thanks to contributions from broadcasters\, SVoDs and production companies.  \n Delivery team  Our Funders Birmingham Wednesday 21st – Thursday 22nd January 2026 at Library of BirminghamGlasgowTuesday 3rd – Wednesday 4th February 2026 at The Social Hub GlasgowWho’s it for?\nWe’re looking to host 40 attendees from across the UK at each event. \nIt is aimed at senior unscripted development professionals who work for an unscripted TV production company and/or are senior broadcast unscripted development freelancers. You’ll likely be a development producer\, executive\, head of department\, or creative director. We are also open to hearing from senior professionals in unscripted who are looking to develop future-focused development skills. \nEach event will take place across 2 days in-person. \nPlease only book for the one closest to where you live or work: \n\nBirmingham\, Library of Birmingham: Wednesday 21st – Thursday 22nd January 2026\nGlasgow\, The Social Hub: Tuesday 3rd – Wednesday 4th February 2026\n\nWe always welcome those from under-represented groups\, including\, but not limited to: those from minority ethnic groups; disabled people; people from the LGBT community and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. \nPlaces will be limited to a maximum of 2 attendees from the same company to ensure that as many indies are able to participate as possible. \nPlease contact Danny Roberts\, Programme Manager on training@mission.guru for any enquiries booking your place at the event. \nWhat it covers\nWhat it covers \nStructured around three key areas: Money\, Innovation and People\, The WonderHub is an exciting symposium for unscripted development professionals informed by the latest research and featuring sector experts\, thought leaders and new-tech practitioners. \nWith additional breakouts offering live demos\, one-to-one surgeries as well as informal networking and collaboration opportunities\, attendees will leave The WonderHub feeling creatively recharged and ready to apply fresh\, innovative thinking across all areas of their development. \nWonderHub Developers\nSpeakers  \nAlison Grade  \nAlison founded and runs Mission Accomplished. The company regularly delivers training courses for ScreenSkills. Alison is an experienced Line Producer and Production Manager as well as a Nesta Accredited Creative Enterprise Trainer. She regularly delivers training that enables creatives to take their careers to the next level. Alison is the author of Penguin published book\, The Freelance Bible and offers many workshops and training programmes to support freelancers. \nSophie Morgan \nShe is an experienced TV and multi-platform content creator\, screenwriter and development consultant with over twenty-years working as award-winning creative director\, commissioning editor and BAFTA-nominated producer. Working in the UK and US\, she has developed\, and exec produced hundreds of hours of TV content including Britain's Next Top Model\, RuPaul's Drag Race\, London Ink and Jade. \nIn 2021 she founded multi-platform ideation and development consultancy Pontariva Media with the aim of adding value to production companies\, multiplatform content studios and broadcasters like Channel 4 and Sky. They do this by helping them devise more ambitious\, omni platform content and find innovative ways to exploit IP\, use emerging technology and design new funding models.  \nShe also devises and delivers industry training on topics including Gen AI\, agile leadership\, industry diversification and best creative practice and runs regular workshops for ScreenSkills and Creative Enterprise as well as the NFTS and Warwick University. She chairs several industry panels for Broadcast's AI summits and is a neurodiversity advocate and mentor. She has written two novels and two screenplays for Sky and the BBC.  \n \nPerjit Aujla  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerjit has 13+ years' experience in factual TV as an RTS award-winning Series Producer\, an Edit Producer and a former Head of Development. She has won commissions from Channel 4\, Channel 5 and worked on programming as diverse as a Joe Wicks series for 4OD to the Bafta-nominated Cbeebies series Maddie's Do You Know.\nBased in Leamington Spa\, Perjit is a champion of the regions\, producing and chairing local events on behalf of Women in Film and Television and RTS Midlands\, where she is also on the committee. She has supported diverse off-screen talent via. Creative Access and the Channel 4 Trainee Scheme.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook now
URL:https://www.mission.guru/event/the-wonderhub-innovating-development-for-creative-leads-2/
LOCATION:Library of Birmingham\, Centenary Sq\, Birmingham\, B1 2ND\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Experienced,Early Experienced,Scripted,Freelancing,Training,Film,HETV,Unscripted
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SUMMARY:The WonderHub: Innovating development for creative leads (Glasgow)
DESCRIPTION:STOP PRESS: This event is now FREE to attend. Reserve your spot now. Limited places available.Book now\n✓Do you lead or manage a development team within an unscripted indie?\n\n✓Are you an experienced unscripted creative looking to develop future-focused development skills?\n\n✓Do you want to rethink your approach to development but aren’t sure where to start?\n\n✓Are you looking to identify sustainable and diverse revenue streams to futureproof your indie?\nIf this sounds like you then The WonderHub is the event for you.\nBirmingham Wednesday 21st – Thursday 22nd January 2026 at Library of BirminghamGlasgowTuesday 3rd – Wednesday 4th February 2026 at The Social Hub Glasgow\n  \nThis two-day symposium for senior creatives in unscripted TV casts creative and commercial eyes on the development process of the future. The WonderHub provides a space to explore and unlock innovative development strategies\, develop skills\, forge connections\, build resilient and sustainable production companies that can respond to disruption. \nThe two days will host two immersive spaces designed to energise your creative thinking: the Wonder Hub and Innovation Station. In the Wonder Hub\, we’ll explore how development and TV are evolving through live training sessions and expert Q&As. The Innovation Station connects you directly with leading specialists through hands-on demos and 1:1 consultations – covering everything from crafting the perfect thumbnail to creative uses of AI and designing a show-stopping sizzle. Together\, these spaces deliver the inspiration and innovation to fuel your next big move. \n\nBook now Wonder Hub A space to think and wonder for two days of big ideas through live training\, expert Q&As\, in a room bustling with creatives. \nThe power of the pivot: the definitive guide to building multiple revenue streamsWhy branded content matters (and why making it strengthens our TV ecosystem)If you want to go far\, go together: secrets of successful collaborationsEmbracing innovation in developmentBehind the scenes: audience insights and the commissioning processCan you make money from YouTube and socials?Hiring for creative success and the future of dev teamsTop 10 emerging industry trends for 2026Show me the money!Lessons from the creator economyWhy Data MattersOriginality in the time of reboots: finding your creative niche in a risk-averse landscape Innovation station A space to connect in a future-focused hub of experts and innovators offering 1-1 demos and consultations. \nAI UnpackedFull description \nSit down for a personalised 1–2–1 consultation with our resident AI expert\, Stephanie Ronan-Chlond. Share your current challenges\, from choosing the right tools to spotting new opportunities\, and walk away with tailored guidance\, best-practice recommendations and actionable next steps to elevate your workflows.  \nMeet the Founders: MotionHub AI platform \n \nFull description \nMeet the founders of MotionHub\, the Innovate UK–backed AI platform transforming creative production. Explore how MotionHub streamlines storage\, consents\, transcription\, cataloguing\, project management and IP monetisation\, all in one hub. Perfect for creators looking to supercharge their workflow with cutting-edge tools.  \nSizzles That SellFull description \nGrab a dedicated slot with experienced sizzle creator\, Johnny Rickard to analyse your reel\, refine your storytelling and tackle creative or technical challenges. Bring questions\, ideas or specific issues and leave with practical insights to make your sizzle stand out.  \nThe Thumbnail LabFull description\nSit down with a graphics designer who specialises in high-impact thumbnails for streaming platforms. Explore what makes a thumbnail compelling\, how to visually convey a concept\, and how strong design can elevate your pitch or project in an increasingly image-driven marketplace.  \nMeet the Founders: My Smash Media - IP Matching Platform\n \nFull description \nMeet the founders of My Smash Media\, an IP matchmaking platform designed to bring creators and discoverers together. Explore how this platform can help you find projects that hit your brief and find the hidden gems you’re searching for. \n\n Experts joining us \nB\nBirmingham\nG\nGlasgow\n\nSophie Morgan \n\n\n\nAward-winning TV and multiplatform content creator\, screenwriter and development consultant (WonderHub Developer) \n\n\nB\nG\n\nPerjit Aujla\n\nExecutive Producer / Development Executive (WonderHub Developer) \nB\nG\n\nHannah Southern\n\nCommercial Lead\, Podcast Discovery \nB\nG\n\nJoe Connor\n\nGraphics Designer \nB\nG\n\nJohnny Rickard\n\nSizzle Editor and Content Creator \nB\nG\n\nNasfim Haque\n\nHead of Content\, BBC3 \nB\n\nStephanie Ronan-Chlond\n\nTV Producer turned AI Filmmaker & Doctoral Researcher \nB\nG\n\nTafara Makopa\n\nChief Executive Officer\, Mako Studios \nB\nG\n\nVictoria Holden\n\nMotionHub \nB\nG\n\nWill Medhurst\n\nBBC Audience Planner \nB\n\nPaul Heaney\n\nChief Executive Officer\, BossaNova \nB\n\nFiona Gillies\n\nCo-founder\, My Smash Media \nB\n\nChristine Hartland\n\nCo-founder\, My Smash Media \nG\n\nMore experts to be announced soon… \nSTOP PRESS: This event is now FREE to attend. Reserve your spot now. Limited places available. Why The WonderHub ? Re-thinking business strategy is essential. Having a plurality of revenue streams is what will keep your business afloat. Smaller companies with lower overheads can move quicker and embrace change faster\, but a solid business strategy is what will convert short-term wins into long-term success. The way development professionals generate ideas needs to innovate in order to survive. Audience viewing habits\, buyer needs\, and collaboration are evolving\, with new tools and practices reshaping development. The companies that succeed are those adapting their approach to keep pace with change. Innovative leadership is vital. To keep pace with the changing shape of development and maximise the full potential of our teams and freelancers\, the way leaders conceive and devolve their leadership is vital - as is looking after ourselves and making sure we are as effective as we possibly can be.  Book now\nSince the course I’ve spearheaded the implementation of AI into the development department of our company. Likewise\, I’ve used many of the brainstorming techniques we were taught and have started to pursue opportunities for ad-funded programming which was something I hadn’t fully grasped before the course but now increasingly see it as crucial to the changing face of unscripted television. \nZena Oliani\, Development ExecutiveThis event is funded by the ScreenSkills Unscripted TV Skills Fund which invests in training for the unscripted workforce thanks to contributions from broadcasters\, SVoDs and production companies.  \n Delivery team  Our Funders Birmingham Wednesday 21st – Thursday 22nd January 2026 at Library of BirminghamGlasgowTuesday 3rd – Wednesday 4th February 2026 at The Social Hub GlasgowWho’s it for?\nWe’re looking to host 40 attendees from across the UK at each event. \nIt is aimed at senior unscripted development professionals who work for an unscripted TV production company and/or are senior broadcast unscripted development freelancers. You’ll likely be a development producer\, executive\, head of department\, or creative director. We are also open to hearing from senior professionals in unscripted who are looking to develop future-focused development skills. \nEach event will take place across 2 days in-person. \nPlease only book for the one closest to where you live or work: \n\nBirmingham\, Library of Birmingham: Wednesday 21st – Thursday 22nd January 2026\nGlasgow\, The Social Hub: Tuesday 3rd – Wednesday 4th February 2026\n\nWe always welcome those from under-represented groups\, including\, but not limited to: those from minority ethnic groups; disabled people; people from the LGBT community and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. \nPlaces will be limited to a maximum of 2 attendees from the same company to ensure that as many indies are able to participate as possible. \nPlease contact Danny Roberts\, Programme Manager on training@mission.guru for any enquiries about booking your place at the event. \nWhat it covers\nWhat it covers \nStructured around three key areas: Money\, Innovation and People\, The WonderHub is an exciting symposium for unscripted development professionals informed by the latest research and featuring sector experts\, thought leaders and new-tech practitioners. \nWith additional breakouts offering live demos\, one-to-one surgeries as well as informal networking and collaboration opportunities\, attendees will leave The WonderHub feeling creatively recharged and ready to apply fresh\, innovative thinking across all areas of their development. \nWonderHub Developers\nSpeakers  \nAlison Grade  \nAlison founded and runs Mission Accomplished. The company regularly delivers training courses for ScreenSkills. Alison is an experienced Line Producer and Production Manager as well as a Nesta Accredited Creative Enterprise Trainer. She regularly delivers training that enables creatives to take their careers to the next level. Alison is the author of Penguin published book\, The Freelance Bible and offers many workshops and training programmes to support freelancers. \nSophie Morgan \nShe is an experienced TV and multi-platform content creator\, screenwriter and development consultant with over twenty-years working as award-winning creative director\, commissioning editor and BAFTA-nominated producer. Working in the UK and US\, she has developed\, and exec produced hundreds of hours of TV content including Britain's Next Top Model\, RuPaul's Drag Race\, London Ink and Jade. \nIn 2021 she founded multi-platform ideation and development consultancy Pontariva Media with the aim of adding value to production companies\, multiplatform content studios and broadcasters like Channel 4 and Sky. They do this by helping them devise more ambitious\, omni platform content and find innovative ways to exploit IP\, use emerging technology and design new funding models.  \nShe also devises and delivers industry training on topics including Gen AI\, agile leadership\, industry diversification and best creative practice and runs regular workshops for ScreenSkills and Creative Enterprise as well as the NFTS and Warwick University. She chairs several industry panels for Broadcast's AI summits and is a neurodiversity advocate and mentor. She has written two novels and two screenplays for Sky and the BBC.  \n \nPerjit Aujla  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerjit has 13+ years' experience in factual TV as an RTS award-winning Series Producer\, an Edit Producer and a former Head of Development. She has won commissions from Channel 4\, Channel 5 and worked on programming as diverse as a Joe Wicks series for 4OD to the Bafta-nominated Cbeebies series Maddie's Do You Know.\nBased in Leamington Spa\, Perjit is a champion of the regions\, producing and chairing local events on behalf of Women in Film and Television and RTS Midlands\, where she is also on the committee. She has supported diverse off-screen talent via. Creative Access and the Channel 4 Trainee Scheme.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook now
URL:https://www.mission.guru/event/the-wonderhub-glasgow/
LOCATION:The Social Hub Glasgow\, The Social Hub\, 15 Candleriggs\, Glasgow\, G1 1TQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Experienced,Early Experienced,Scripted,Freelancing,Training,Film,HETV,Unscripted
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