Getting into TV: Recent Episodes
Tom Dix
Ever wanted to work in TV but don't know where to start? Look no further, I'm here to help. With this series, I aim to share with you the information I wish I knew when I first started out back in 2018. Along the way I'll be talking to other industry professionals to see what their advice is to those starting out.
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Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more.
Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. SOCIALTwitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdmdix/?hl=enNice photos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdixpics/?hl=enPersonal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
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I chat with Sophie Cowdrey all about being a Graphic Designer on #DoctorWho & Sex Education is out tomorrow 🎨I also chat to Hannah Williams from BBC Studios all about what she looks for when hiring new talent on shows like Casualty, Pobol Y Cwm & River CityCall Time Ready - https://calltimecompany.com/readyFactual Training - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/factual-current-affairs-how-to-develop-a-documentary-tickets-922700801937?aff=oddtdtcreatoGetting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. SOCIALTwitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdmdix/?hl=enNice photos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdixpics/?hl=enPersonal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
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Mel Rodrigues - founder of Gritty Talent - and I talk TV, inclusion and removing barriers so all talent can get in and get on in the industry + loads more.
Gritty Talent - https://www.grittytalent.tv
Resources - https://www.grittytalent.tv/resources
Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. SOCIALTwitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdmdix/?hl=enNice photos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdixpics/?hl=enPersonal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
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Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more.
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more.
Media Career Advice - https://www.mediacareeradvice.co.uk/How to write a CV - https://www.mediacareeradvice.co.uk/blog-news/how-to-write-a-cv-for-the-film-and-tv-industryBBC Breakfast NHU chat - https://x.com/tomdix_/status/1636648481505902592?s=46&t=5_fevyL0N2aVks66XZxDpA
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Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. THE OPEN DOOR INITIATIVE - APPLY https://t.co/WXJLae8Hni --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. This week I chat to Hannah Pollock all about her role in the natural history unit.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
In this episode I’m joined by true crime editor Rahim Mastafa who chats to me all about what you should be aware of when editing true crime, what it's like + loads more tips and tricks that will hopefully help you out in the industry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Getting into TV is a podcast dedicated to exploring the television industry, providing insights, tips, and advice for those interested in pursuing a career in TV production, writing, directing, acting, or any other aspect of television. Hosted by Tom Dix, an assistant producer working in TV. If you're interested in listening to this podcast, you can search for it on popular podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or YouTube.
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In this episode I’m joined by Hannah Walker, a Casting Producer in the world of Unscripted TV who is chatting to me about the process involved in casting, what you should be aware of when casting, her tips and tricks + loads more--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Georgina chats to me about production management, shares her CV tips for newcomers, gives her opinion on inclusivity within TV plus LOADS moreGeorgina's website - Creative Career Coach | TV & Film Jobs | Georgina Bobb TV--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Darcey chats to me about being a casting assistant and what exactly it is they do--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Tommy Cowell takes me through the highs and lows if his career, from his uni days, to working in production management on various unscripted shows + his recent switch to assistant script editor on Casualty.BBC Breakfast interview with Planet Earth 3 Junior Production Manager https://x.com/TomDix_/status/1730518211253223636?s=20 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
I chat to my friend from uni Eryn all about the various roles within production management + we discuss life after university and how not getting a job in the industry straight away isn’t the end of the world.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Getting into TV aims to break down the barriers of entering the world of TV by deep diving into every single role we can, from unscripted to scripted. Join me in each episode where I’ll talk to a different TV professional about what they do, how they go there, what tips and tricks they can give you plus some general TV chat.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Getting into TV aims to break down the barriers of entering the world of TV by deep diving into every single role we can, from unscripted to scripted. Join me in each episode where I’ll talk to a different TV professional about what they do, how they go there, what tips and tricks they can give you plus some general TV chat.In this episode I’m joined by Jack Disnley, a researcher in TV who has recently stepped up from runner. He'll be talking to me about what it's like to step up to a new role + what it's like to navigate the freelance world.This is Getting into TV--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Getting into TV aims to break down the barriers of entering the world of TV by deep diving into every single role we can, from unscripted to scripted. Join me in each episode where I’ll talk to a different TV professional about what they do, how they go there, what tips and tricks they can give you plus some general TV chat.In this episode I’m joined by Alexia Barrett, a freelancer in TV who has worked on many development projects. She'll be be talking to me about the process of development, advice she can offer to people breaking into tv and also loads of chat about the shows we’re loving at the moment This is Getting into TV--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Ethan chats to me about being a self shooting director, navigating life in the TV industry as a deaf person & being a freelancer in the current TV climate + more.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Getting into TV aims to break down the barriers of entering the world of TV by deep diving into every single role we can, from unscripted to scripted. Join me in each episode where I’ll talk to a different TV professional about what they do, how they go there, what tips and tricks they can give you plus some general TV chat.This was the deepest dive so far, every single role in the AD department was covered. We spoke about the responsibilities of each role, what advice she can give to aspiring ADs + what skills she thinks you need + life on set + loads more.00:20 - Tereza's journey into TV05:27 - What is a Base Runner11:30 - What is a Floor Runner16:45 - What is a 3rd AD25:11 - What is a 2nd AD34:30 - What is a 1st AD40:43 - What skills do you need to be a good AD46:02 - Advice to new runners + life on set53:25 - Training outlets57:50 - How to navigate freelance life01:01:30 - What TV is Tereza watching--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Getting into TV aims to break down the barriers of entering the world of TV by deep diving into every single role we can, from unscripted to scripted. Join me in each episode where I’ll talk to a different TV professional about what they do, how they go there, what tips and tricks they can give you plus some general TV chat.In this episode I’m joined by Joseph Lidster, a writer of many great bits of children’s television, who will be talking to me about writing for TV, advice he can offer to budding writers and also loads of chat about the shows we’re loving at the moment This is Getting into TV--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gettingintotv/message
Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdmdix/?hl=enPhotography Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdixphotography/Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
This week I chat to Amy Mills who is an assistant producer in unscripted TV. We chat about what it is she does, how she got into TV, what advice she has for people wanting to work in unscripted, plus a whole load more. Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdmdix/?hl=en Off The Boyle - https://open.spotify.com/show/5YVcs1zWbXSbTd72VrHjTg?si=bE_qgCK_Tumx-mLEM0dBrg Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. SOCIAL
Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdmdix/?hl=en Nice photos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdixpics/?hl=en Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. Joe's Twitter - https://twitter.com/JoeJakeMarshall SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdmdix/?hl=en Nice photos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdixpics/?hl=en Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. Join BECTU - https://bectu.org.uk Listen to James's podcast - https://t.co/EgwPrJXk98 SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdmdix/?hl=en Nice photos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdixpics/?hl=en Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
This week I'm joined by Cynthia Sithole as I find out all about logging, being a casting researcher, traineeships and how rain is created in TV, as well as having also a very honest and open discussion about diversity within the TV industry. The Time Project - https://thetimeproject.co.uk The Time Project article - https://t.co/aS5TBO9cV2 TV Mindset - https://twitter.com/the_tv_mindset Getting into TV is a series I hope helps those starting out in the industry. Each video I'll sit down with a new member of the industry, both in scripted and unscripted to open up the world just that little bit more. SOCIAL witter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdmdix/?hl=en Nice photos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tomdixpics/?hl=en Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdixresearcher
Harri Cole joins me to discuss being a runner fresh out of university, as well as talking about how it felt learning to become a freelancer all on your own, as well as chatting about the highs and lows of your third year in uni.
VIDEO MENTIONS Guto and James - Harri's FMP - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CW3iH1MzwCY&t=17s Screenskills - https://www.screenskills.com/training-and-opportunities/all/#/Facebook runner group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/tv.runners/about/Call Time Diary - https://twitter.com/calltimecompanyTalent Manager - https://www.thetalentmanager.com
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Pete Levy may have started out in the army, but TV was his true calling. Most recently he was one of the producers on the recent series of Doctor Who, Doctor Who Flux and is now producing over at Holby on the iconic medical drama, Casualty. Join us as we discuss what exactly a producer does, what challenges he faces and what he would expect to see from a runner starting out in the industry.
Unscripted and Scripted TV are two very different things. In this episode I'm joined by my friend Fetin to discuss what it's like working in HETV drama. Part 2 of 2 This was originally made for YouTube with no intention of a podcast release so that might be why it sounds a bit odd. All future releases will be produced with the podcast in mind. Fetin’s TIK TOK - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZS7dFJDh/ SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxplcQRUcG-NUp_UBoM8s5A Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
Unscripted and Scripted TV are two very different things. In this episode I'm joined by my friend Fetin to discuss what it's like working in HETV drama. Part 1 of 2 This was originally made for YouTube with no intention of a podcast release so that might be why it sounds a bit odd. All future releases will be produced with the podcast in mind. Fetin’s TIK TOK - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZS7dFJDh/
SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxplcQRUcG-NUp_UBoM8s5A Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
As requested by one of you here is my new video all about the general day to day life as a runner on set of a drama. This was originally made for YouTube with no intention of a podcast release so that might be why it sounds a bit odd. All future releases will be produced with the podcast in mind. SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxplcQRUcG-NUp_UBoM8s5A Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
So many people have been asking me about what it's like to be a runner, so here is a brief introduction into the world of TV and film production where I touch upon things I wish I had known when I was starting out. This was originally made for YouTube with no intention of a podcast release so that might be why it sounds a bit odd. All future releases will be produced with the podcast in mind. PODCAST MENTIONS South Wales - https://www.facebook.com/groups/112649802189280/?ref=share North England - https://www.facebook.com/groups/IneedCREWNorthernEngland/?ref=share Working in TV - https://www.facebook.com/groups/workinginTV/?ref=share Runners - https://www.facebook.com/groups/tv.runners/?ref=share SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxplcQRUcG-NUp_UBoM8s5A Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
This week I'm joined by Holly Miles as she discusses being a production assistant, as well as talking about good ways of getting into TV This was originally made for YouTube with no intention of a podcast release so that might be why it sounds a bit odd. All future releases will be produced with the podcast in mind. Holly - https://twitter.com/HollyAnnMiles Sgil Cymru - https://www.sgilcymru.com Cult Cymru - https://cult.cymru MY SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxplcQRUcG-NUp_UBoM8s5A Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix
In this episode I'm joined by Michael Sheridan as he discusses the role of a researcher within unscripted TV. This was originally made for YouTube with no intention of a podcast release so that might be why it sounds a bit odd. All future releases will be produced with the podcast in mind. MICHAEL'S SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikemakesmedia IMPROVE THE WORLD PODCAST Podcast - https://t.co/iYFiWUDHEE?amp=1 Instagram - http://Instagram.com/improveworldpod Twitter - http://Twitter.com/improveworldpod MY SOCIAL Twitter - https://twitter.com/TomDix_ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxplcQRUcG-NUp_UBoM8s5A Personal website - https://tomdixmedia1.wixsite.com/tomdix