The Unscripted TV Skills Fund is investing in a suite of training programmes to address industry skill shortages that have been identified as a priority by the unscripted TV industry through our research and by employers on the Unscripted TV Skills Council and industry working groups.
All training programmes will be listed in the ScreenSkills training and opportunities directory.
Series producer shadowing for gallery productions
The Unscripted TV Skills Fund will soon be running a training programme which will include shadow placements on active productions giving gallery access to series producers who have not yet gained experience in a gallery setting. You can now register your interest in the programme either as an individual wanting to apply, or as a representative of a production company that would be willing to host placements:
OB assistant technical manager training programme
The Unscripted TV Skills Fund will soon be offering paid placement opportunities to train individuals as OB assistant technical managers working in either sport, live events or studio- based shows. You can now register your interest in the programme either as an individual wanting to apply, or as a representative of a production company or OB company that would be willing to host placements:
Mastering unscripted TV development
This training provides the rare opportunity for your whole team to step back and rethink their processes, whilst providing them with a wealth of tools to create a comprehensive development strategy.
Applications are open for all three elements:
- Team enrichment – 2-day in-person events across the UK for the whole development team.
- How to devise, develop & sell an entertainment TV format – online short course for entry and early level individuals
- The interviews – supplementary online masterclasses with a selection of industry greats.
Researcher to Shooting AP
The ScreenSkills researcher to shooting AP programme is set to return for its second iteration. The training programme aims to give delegates the technical, editorial and people skills needed to make the transition with confidence.
Shooting PD
The ScreenSkills shooting PD programme is set to return for its second iteration. The training programme aims to empower newcomers to self-shooting to film and direct with confidence, while also building confidence and addressing skills gaps within the existing self-shooting community.