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Welcome to Learn to Lead in Film and TV: Step up to HOD

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On here you will see a range of resources, including session PowerPoints, useful information , Masterclass content and self guided learning.

To move through the course, open each lesson and work through the resources provided. At the end of each lesson, click the green button to at the bottom of the screen unlock the next section. Your progress will be saved automatically, so you can return at any time and pick up where you left off.

How to reset tour password

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Enter the email address associated with your account and click Submit. Then, check your inbox for an email from Mission Accomplished containing a link to reset your password. If you don’t see the email, check your spam or junk folder.

Click the password reset link in the email, and you’ll be taken to a secure page to create a new password. Enter your new password, confirm it, and click Reset Password.

Finally, return to the login page and log in using your new password.

Frequently asked questions

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https://www.mission.guru/faq/

The course will cover: 

  • What stepping up to lead a team involves
  • Understanding team dynamics and personalities
  • Managing budgets and schedules
  • Inclusive recruitment and working practices
  • Dealing with conflict and managing performance
  • Health and Safety considerations for leaders and managers
  • Looking after ourselves and our teams
  • Pitching yourself to take on an HOD or leadership role

By the end of the course, you will have practical and actionable leadership and management strategies to help you build a vibrant, motivated, and resilient creative team. You will also have developed the confidence to take on new challenges and thrive in a leadership or HOD role.

Course Outline: In person & online training (54 hours) 

The training consists of a combination of in-person training, online masterclasses, self-directed learning and industry-accredited e-learning modules. You will be expected to complete work between workshops.

Date Session time Course Content
Saturday 28th June 2025
Session 1 – in person
09:30 – 14:30 What does stepping up to HOD involve?

  • Introductions: current roles and ambitions
  • Stepping into the HOD mindset
  • What does success mean to you?
  • Managing: the art of getting stuff done
  • Whole Picture Toolkit
  • What makes a strong CV?
Monday 7th July 2025
Masterclass 1 – online
18:30 – 20:00 Looking after ourselves, our people and our planet

  • Sustainable production
  • Mental health and workplace wellbeing
  • Building resilient, inclusive teams
Saturday 12th July 2025
Session 2 – in person
09:30 – 14:30 Recruitment, Inclusion & Team Dynamics

  • Inclusive hiring and working practices
  • Accessibility and cultural awareness
  • Reasonable adjustments and TAP framework
  • Building your support network
Wednesday 16th July 2025
Masterclass 2 – online
18:30 – 20:00 Make a Move, Agents and Representation

  • Overview of the Make a Move initiative
  • Working with talent agents and representation
Saturday 26th July 2025
Session 3 – in person
09:30 – 15:30 Health & Safety for HODs

  • Risk Management with First Option
  • Health & Safety responsibilities in leadership
Tuesday 12th August 2025
Masterclass 3 – online
18:30 – 20:00 Industry Insight

  • Regional update and sustainability in production
Saturday 16th August 2025
Session 4 – in person
09:30 – 14:30 Managing Myself and Managing Up

  • Conflict resolution and delegation
  • Team dynamics and running effective meetings
  • Managing challenging workplace situations
Saturday 30th August 2025
Session 5 – in person
09:30 – 14:30 Performance, Budgeting & Feedback

  • Performance improvement and trust-building
  • Dealing with conflict and harassment
  • Departmental budgeting, forecasting & negotiation
  • Pitching & presenting yourself
Tuesday 9th September 2025
Masterclass 4 – in person
18:30 – 20:00 Alumni Stories

  • Hear from past participants on their leadership journeys
  • Insights, networking and top tips from alumni
Saturday 13th September 2025
Session 6 – in person
09:30 – 14:30 Pitching, Resilience & Next Steps

  • Pitching exercise: stepping into HOD roles
  • Freelance finances
  • Finding your fit in the West Midlands

Our in-person training sessions take place at Unit 319, Zellig Building.

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Website: https://zellig.com/

Our course coordinator Oliver Kelly will meet you at reception and take you up to the training room.

Contact details:

oliver@mission.guru

07930255907

How will I learn?

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  • Video

  • Lesson downloads

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