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AUTUMN 2024 events
The Chase: What Makes a Hit TV quiz show?
What are the ingredients to making a hit quiz show format?
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Watch this event with Executive Producer Helen Tumbridge (Eurovision, Generation Game) and Line Producer Caroline Sale (Big Brother, Ninja Warrior). With a special focus on The Chase which this year celebrates 15 years on ITV, join us for a behind the scenes look at making a successful quiz show.
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Hosted by journalist and broadcaster Kelly-Anne Taylor, Helen and Caroline discussed their journeys in the industry, experience working on a range of entertainment and quiz show formats and what they have learnt along the way as well as sharing their thoughts on the elements to make a popular and returnable quiz show format.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season Two: Q&A with Director Louise Hooper
Watch back this online discussion with Louise Hooper, one of the directors from Amazon series, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season Two. The Q&A was moderated by Ashanti Omkar.
WFTV ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2024
Watch back the WFTV Annual General Meeting 2024 that took place 12 September 2024.
Wilding: Q&A with Natural History Producer Gaby Bastyra + Screener
Watch back this Q&A discussion with natural history producer Gaby Bastyra on her recent documentary feature film, Wilding.
WFTV The Art of the Pitch Using Analytics for Writers and Directors
Today, there's a bigger expectation than ever that Writers and Directors will have a well-crafted pitch. In this session, we’ll discuss key areas to elevate your pitch including audience analytics, the essentials of a deck, and tips to help commissioners and buyers feel more at ease backing original stories.
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The workshop was facilitated by Brough Johnson, Co-CEO of Narrative Muse, a company that specialises in audience analysis for today's viewers. This is an opportunity for Writers and Directors like yourselves to be more equipped with the information you need to enhance your credibility.
WFTV Press & Marketing Masterclass for Filmmakers with Wendy Mitchell
Press, Publicity and Marketing remains a mystery to many filmmakers – but it’s easy to use press opportunities to spread the word about your film at many stages of your film’s journey – from pre-production to production to the festival and cinema releases.
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Journalist and film festival expert Wendy Mitchell offers practical advice about everything from film stills and posters, to titles and synopsis used from pitching stage onwards, and how to hire and work with a publicist to make the most of your festival or local premiere.
The Art of the Pitch Using Analytics for Producers
Today, there's a bigger expectation than ever that Writers and Directors will have a well-crafted pitch. In this session, we’ll discuss key areas to elevate your pitch including audience analytics, the essentials of a deck, and tips to help commissioners and buyers feel more at ease backing original stories.
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The workshop was facilitated by Brough Johnson, Co-CEO of Narrative Muse, a company that specialises in audience analysis for today's viewers. This is an opportunity for Producers like yourselves to be more equipped with the information you need to enhance your credibility.
Dune: Part Two Q&A with producers mary parent and tanya lapointe
This conversation with Producers Mary Parent and Tanya Lapointe about their work on Dune: Part Two, Denis Villeneuve’s brilliant conclusion to Frank Herbert’s novel Dune. Dune: Part Two completes the cautionary tale of Paul Atreides’ rise to power. Vengeance, prophecy, fervent followers and political manipulation lead Paul to abandon the pull of love and his conscience to accept a fate he knows will destroy so much.
WFTV Meet the Producer: Feature Films with Sarah Brocklehurst
In this strand of WFTV events, members are invited to Meet the Producer. This session will feature our host Michelle Stein in conversation with award winning feature film producer, Sarah Brocklehurst.
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Michelle and Sarah will discuss Sarah’s career path, along with any current trends she’s noticing within the industry, and insights on funding and developing projects.
Equal Play: Disability Inclusion in Film and TV with Lily Ahree Siegel, Lindsey Dryden and Clare Baines
Equal Play is an award-winning documentary which explores the transformative power of sports for disabled people through the stories of two British children. Shown on Channel 4 during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, the film follows Marley and Tammy who face daily exclusion from sport and physical education at school because of their disabilities but fight against discrimination as they discover the transformative power of sport.
Over 45% of the shooting crew and HODs across the entire production identified as disabled, and Director Lily Ahree Siegel, Disability Consultant Lindsey Dryden and BFI Disability Inclusion Lead Clare Baines will discuss the making of the film, including how it was developed in accordance with disability guidelines. The panel will be in conversation with Wendy Mitchell.
Sweet Bobby & American Nightmare: In Conversation with the Factual Directors
WFTV members are invited to this online discussion on directing documentaries with Netflix's Sweet Bobby director, Lyttanya Shannon and American Nightmare directors Felicity Morris and Bernadette Higgins.
Writers’ Group: In conversation with Davina Earl, Head of Development and Executive Producer at Quay Street Productions
Watch this conversation with Davina Earl, Head of Development and Executive Producer at Quay Street Productions.
Hosted by Christina Pickworth (Agent, Imagine Talent), Davina will be discussing her career so far and role at Quay Street Productions, as well as current trends she is spotting in drama and scripted TV and advice for writers navigating the industry.
Meet the Producer: British Features with Gabrielle Tana
In this strand of WFTV events, members are invited to Meet the Producer. This session will feature our host Michelle Stein in conversation with Oscar-nominated and Bafta-winning film and television producer, Gabrielle Tana.
Michelle and Gabrielle will discuss Gabrielle’s career path, along with any current trends she’s noticing within the industry, and insights on funding and developing projects.
Anora: In Conversation with Mikey Madison & producer Samantha Quan
Watch this conversation with lead actor Mikey Madison and producer Samantha Quan on Sean Baker's latest feature film, Anora.
The Man With A Thousand Face: Q&A with the Creative Team
Watch back this Q&A panel discussion with the creative team behind the documentary film, The Man With A Thousand Faces. The Q&A will include editor Sophie Brunet and DoP Zara Popovici.
Writers’ Group: In Conversation with Michelle De Swarte, Creator of Spent
For this writers’ group, we were joined by actor, writer and comedian Michelle De Swarte.
In conversation with Christina Pickworth, Michelle discussed her career journey so far, balancing the roles of being a comedian, writer and actor and creating and starring in her recent critically acclaimed series for BBC Two, Spent.