COHORT 2026

Meet the professionals from this year’s Senior Roles in Production Management Programme.

The Senior Roles in Production Management programme is supported by the ScreenSkills Unscripted TV Skills Fund which invests in training for the unscripted workforce thanks to contributions from BBC, Channel 4, Sky, Hearst Networks UK, Discovery UK, Channel 5, Netflix, ITV, Amazon, UKTV and S4C matched by production companies.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

The Senior Roles in Production Management Programme is a nine-month training and development scheme supporting senior production professionals to step up, stretch their skills and build confidence in their next career move.

This year, 59 senior professionals from London and across the UK regions took part in monthly online workshops covering leadership and management, AI, sustainability, diversity and inclusion, stepping up, skills gaps, pitching yourself and career frameworks.

Alongside the workshops, participants joined networking sessions with senior industry leaders, attended regional meet-ups, received 1:1 coaching, and worked through practical tools and workbooks to support their own self-development and career planning. Many also continued their development through mentoring and specialist Power Hours.

The programme has already made a meaningful impact, helping participants step into more senior roles, expand their responsibilities, strengthen the production management skills, pursue new areas of interest and build the confidence, clarity and community to support what comes next.

Please continue reading to meet this year’s brilliant cohort.

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PRODUCTION MANAGERS

Ash Morris

Production Manager · BBC Studios

Production Manager working in Factual Entertainment and Live Events, currently with BBC Studios. As a calm and confident leader, I have experience in managing and delivering large and complex productions, with particular skill in strong financial management. I am looking for opportunities to take strategic ownership of productions in Line Producer roles.

Bhavna Weeks

Production Manager · Freelance

London-based Production Manager with over 10 years of experience across a wide range of formats, with a background in short-form branded digital content before switching to freelancing. From programming covering Mozart to darts, fast cars to royal history, live football to intriguing tales of web super-sleuths, I have worked across a wide range of formats, and I'm particularly strong at adapting quickly to new environments, teams and workflows.

I can inhale a production bible for a well-established series to hit the ground running, or be nimble and work in smaller teams that are still formulating their approach and come with lots of ideas and suggestions for how best to move forward with production within the parameters of budget and schedule. Whatever the subject matter, I will make myself a mini expert on the content to better work alongside the editorial teams, because I am passionate about the stories being told and want to do my part in bringing the editorial ambition to life. I enjoy working on complex productions and am now looking to step into more senior roles where I can build further experience across logistically challenging and compliance-heavy projects. I'm also passionate about championing the often-unsung work of production management teams, and helping increase diverse representation within senior management.

Cassie Wolfinger

Production Manager · Freelance

I'm a Production Manager currently working on The Apprentice. Over the years I've worked across factual entertainment, observational documentary, and live comedy, managing large-scale productions from pre production through to delivery. I have been able to strengthen my skills working on varied shows like Masterchef, TopGear, Gladiators, The Apprentice and Wizards of Baking. My strengths are I am a people person, my passion is leading teams, keeping complex productions running smoothly, and building strong working relationships across crews, talent, and commissioners. I'm now looking to move into a Line Producer role and further my experience putting all my years of knowledge and love for TV into action.

Claire Swarbrick

Production Manager · Lifted Entertainment / ITV

Hello, I’m Claire, a Senior Production Manager with Lifted Entertainment. I have been with ITV for 16 years and have a variety of experience in factual and entertainment productions. I thrive in the fast paced and collaborative environment of large-scale studio productions. Within my role I champion sustainability and am committed to supporting the development of junior team members. As I look towards the next stage of my career, I’m excited to step into a Line Producer position where I can have a greater influence on both productions and workplace culture, helping create environments that are ambitious, supportive and balanced.

Cleone Fox

Production Manager · Natural History

I'm Cleone Fox a Production Manager based in Bristol and currently working in Natural History. I've been managing huge budget, landmark shows for around 13yrs such as Underdogs and Queens for Disney+/Nat Geo and Planet Earth 2 for BBC and prior to that have a background in Live and Outside Broadcast; such as Glastonbury Festival and Later… with Jools Holland.

I've got tonnes of experience with tricky remote, hostile locations and keeping teams safe on high-risk shoots. But regardless of the genre and budget I really love elevating teams by providing the tools and environment to allow them to work at their best and create award winning, inspiring shows.

In terms of next steps; I'm being intentional about broadening my experience so when I am Line Producer or Production Executive I'm the kind of leader that can draw on lots of practical knowledge and experience

Emma Garvie

Production Manager · Freelance

I’m Emma Garvie, a Production Manager with extensive experience across factual entertainment and large-scale, high-profile productions. I’ve worked on major shows including 007: Road to a Million, The Grand Tour and Handcuffed with Jonathan Ross, with experience setting up and running complex shoots in difficult, remote and international locations. A big part of my strength is managing global travel, crew movements and fast-changing logistics, while keeping teams supported and productions moving forward.

I’m calm, practical and proactive, and I enjoy working on ambitious productions where there are lots of moving parts. I’m particularly strong at problem-solving, managing up, supporting teams and making clear decisions under pressure.

I’m now looking to move into a more senior role where I can build on that experience, take on greater leadership responsibility, and have a stronger influence on key production decisions. I’m also keen to keep developing my Line Producer skills, particularly around cost reporting, budgets and variance analysis, so I can step confidently into that next stage of my career.

Jo Lewis

Production Manager · MultiStory Media / ITV

Hello, I'm Jo. I'm a factual entertainment Production Manager at ITV and have worked across current affairs, studio entertainment and feature documentaries over the past sixteen years.

I'm currently working on 70 Up, having also worked on two previous instalments of the original Up series alongside two series of the BBC's 7 Up Millennium Generation. My experience spans both studio and location productions, managing complex budgets, productions and teams.

Alongside my production work, I've spent the last six years heavily involved in inclusion and community building, both within and outside of ITV. This has included working closely with ITV's DEI team and helping lead our Stonewall Top 100 Employers submission for 2023, which saw ITV ranked 42nd. I also chaired the ITV Pride Network for five years and have been part of the organising teams for a number of other staff networks, helping create community spaces where people feel welcomed, represented and connected.
I'm passionate about creating collaborative environments where people feel heard and supported, and where lived experience is valued alongside professional expertise.

Jodie Allt

Production Manager · Freelance · Natural History

I'm an experienced Production Manager with a background in BAFTA and Emmy Award-winning productions for Netflix, Apple TV+, BBC and National Geographic, specialising in complex international expeditions and high-end factual storytelling.

I love building calm, collaborative teams and creating organised, practical workflows that support ambitious creative projects from development through to delivery.

After several years working on large-scale natural history series, I'm excited to bring that experience into broader documentary and factual production, particularly opportunities that allow me to build strong working relationships closer to home while continuing to work on ambitious, high-quality content.

Josh Davies

Senior Production Manager · Freelance

Hello, I'm Josh, a Senior Production Manager with extensive experience across comedy, entertainment and reality programming. Having just completed the first UK series of SNL, my passion for studio entertainment has only grown. I thrive in the energy and pace of big studio shows being part of a hugely talented team, while still protecting calm and sanity in the madness, to make it sustainable for the team around me is where my strengths really lie.

I'm a strong leader with experience leading large production teams, a passionate mentor, and particularly skilled at cost management across large-scale budgets. My next move is to step into a Line Producer role, where I can have greater autonomy, and full responsibility for a production at a higher level.

Kate Finburg

Production Manager · Freelance

I'm a Production Manager with two decades of experience in the industry. Throughout my career, I've worked with multiple broadcasters across a wide range of genres - from live events and studio entertainment shows, to digital-first content, high-end and children's documentaries. Career highlights include Soccer Aid, Children in Need, Strictly Come Dancing, and Eurovision.

Based in Sheffield, I enjoy working closely with creative teams to bring ambitious ideas to life, combining strong production management with a calm, practical approach to problem-solving. My extensive experience enables me to anticipate challenges, helping productions run smoothly from development through to delivery.

Laura McCombie

Line Producer & Production Manager · Freelance

I'm an experienced and versatile Line Producer and Production Manager who leads with honesty and fairness. I'm innovative, creative and a calm head under pressure. A specialist in unscripted and documentary programming, I also bring experience across children's scripted, live events and brand extension formats.

I have experience building budgets for commission and pitch, writing and implementing compliance and duty of care protocols, and supporting small indies as they grow and scale. I'm looking to develop my experience on ambitious productions at Line Producer level, where I can bring strong editorial understanding, financial oversight and confident team leadership to productions that need both creative thinking and steady operational control.

Kelly-Ann McHale

Senior Production Manager · Freelance

I'm Kelly-Ann, a senior PM well versed in LE & Fact Ent formats. Very grateful to have started my career on the live daily machine that was The Big Breakfast. This start attuned me to the pace and variety I have come to love about production.

Over the years I've had great fun applying my PM instincts across muddy fields, desert sands, fixed-rigs, studio floors, sports arenas, red carpets and a big top to boot! I believe my strengths lie in the grand juggle of relationships with team, crew, talent and suppliers; efficiently working to time and finance schedules. Having proven my versatility over 20+ years, I'm now looking to step up to Line Producer/Prod Exec and look forward to being involved at a more senior level.

Libby Taylor

Production Manager / Post PM · Freelance

I'm Libby, a Production Manager/Post PM working across specialist factual programming, with experience handling complex access, duty of care, and archive-heavy productions. I'm known for being calm, collaborative and low ego.

Happy to jump into a production at any stage and work out what's needed to keep things moving. I enjoy managing detailed, sensitive projects with care and clarity, while staying prepared for the inevitable curve balls by planning ahead.

I value transparency, clear communication and good intentions across every part of a production, and I'm someone who likes building strong working relationships with both teams and contributors. I'm now looking to work with smaller production companies where I can contribute beyond individual projects, particularly across development, budgeting and the wider operational side of the business. Most recent position/credit: Awkwafina: the Unlikely Cook for Apple at Twofour.

Mary Mullarkey

Production Manager · Freelance

I'm a Production Manager, currently working in comedy light entertainment. I have experience working across lots of genres within factual entertainment - food, reality and competition, both in the UK and around the world. I've worked with Dames, divas, dancers, Director Darren A, and the self-proclaimed "dull men", across farms, palaces, a 5-star Caribbean hotel, tiny train stations and funeral parlours.

I love the variety this job gives and particularly enjoy working on location on big and ambitious shows with complex logistics, working with larger teams, implementing systems and ideas, and being the port of call for various departments. I'm now looking to step into more senior roles within Production Management, ideally as a Line Producer on a first series, where I can take on more ownership and really help shape and establish a show from the get-go.

Mel Rainbow

Production Manager · Freelance

I'm Mel, a PM with over 20 years' experience in the television industry. I've delivered a wide range of live and as-live outside broadcasts, studio shows, music programming, children's content, factual entertainment and not least sport. I'm at my best in fast-paced environments, keeping teams supported, productions on track, and budgets under control, nurturing entry-level colleagues along the way - an iron fist in a silk glove, so I am told.

Naomi Buchanan

Senior Production Manager · Firecrest Films

I'm Naomi, a Senior Production Manager at Firecrest Films in Glasgow, currently overseeing a portfolio which includes observational documentary, current affairs and factual documentary programming, supporting Junior PMs and Production Coordinators across these productions.

I spent 10 years at the BBC before moving to Firecrest Films where I've worked for 6.5 years across a wide range of domestic and international unscripted productions for both public service broadcasters and global streamers. I enjoy turning ambitious, creative ideas into clear production goals and leading teams with a firm but supportive approach. I'm passionate about fostering a collaborative environments that encourages growth and creativity within my teams.

My goal is to work towards Production Executive within the company, which would include having a greater oversight across our slate, deeper involvement in company strategy, and the opportunity to continue nurturing successful productions.

Tonya Walker

Senior Production Manager · Freelance

A Senior Production Manager with extensive experience working on large scale and fast paced productions in a variety of formats, specialising in technical builds and logistically complex reality and fact ent productions abroad, including SAS: Who Dares Wins, Celebrity Bear Hunt and The Grand Tour.

I have planned and managed multiple large scale fixed rig builds in remote locations with no existing infrastructure whilst also managing the budget, production and editorial teams and working closely with fixing teams and heads of departments.

I am well adapted to working under pressure and taking shoots through from concept to completion whilst managing large teams, high expectations and varying budgets. I am keen to continue building on my experience and finessing and advancing my knowledge of budget management as a Line Producer within a supportive production company.

Nicole Bernier

Production Manager · ITV

For the past decade, I’ve been a safe pair of hands behind high-profile content across Entertainment, Factual, Documentary, Reality, and Drama Recon at ITV. I take projects from day-one budgeting through to final network delivery. I’m adaptable to any setup, feeling just as at home managing big teams on location as I am running lean, agile crews remotely. As a mum of two, my resilience is hardcoded - very little rattles me, and I absolutely love the fast-paced buzz of bringing a production to life.

I back up a strong work ethic with a trusted network; bringing rigorous organisation, zero drama, and a collaborative vibe to each production I work on.

As a proud member of the first SRIPM cohort with Hudini Coaching, I’m constantly sharpening my skillset and leadership confidence, always looking to learn and adapt in this ever-changing telly world.

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LINE PRODUCERS

Casey McConnell

Line Producer · Wonderhood Studios

I'm a Line Producer at Wonderhood Studios, working across their documentary slate and commissions, and helping manage the in-house development team and projects. I've got strong experience in investigative documentaries and working on productions with sensitive access.I have been with the company 6.5 years, having started as a Production Manager, so I'm deeply rooted in the operations of the business and have a strong understanding of how projects move from development through to production.

I'm now looking to build more experience on the business side of the company - particularly around contracts, budgets, and streamer projects - in line with the direction and ambitions of the company.

Charlotte Valletta

Line Producer · Freelance

I am a Line Producer working across a broad range of programmes encompassing BAFTA nominated large-scale reality, award winning comedy events and self-shot documentaries. I have buckets of experience managing complex logistics and challenging environments and have never met a curve ball I couldn’t knock out of the park! Next on the to-do list is gaining more channel experience and working out what happens behind commissioner doors.

I’m a key member of your team, championing better a work life balance for the production and beyond. Fast-paced environments are where I thrive and I take such joy from successful teams who can get the job done and go home on time.

I’m a straight up vibe-bringer who can manage ambitions projects, big or small, from development to delivery, and always happy to drive on the other side of the road and carry peli cases.

Chenoa Finlayson-Pugh

Line Producer · Freelance

I’m a Line Producer with over 15 years’ experience delivering large-scale factual entertainment and documentary productions across the UK and internationally. My credits include major shows such as Top Gear, The Grand Tour, 007: Road to a Million and Clarkson’s Farm, as well as recent documentary work at Oxford Films, giving me experience across both large-scale global productions and more focused documentary environments.

I’m particularly strong in managing multimillion-pound budgets, overseeing production operations, and providing trusted executive-level support to productions and leadership teams. My expertise lies in financial planning, resource management, building effective production systems, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and within budget.

I’ve also worked as Head of Production for Astronaut, which gave me valuable insight into company operations, leadership and the bigger strategic picture behind production delivery.
I’m known for being someone who goes above and beyond, if I don’t know the answer, I’ll find it, solve it and get it done. I bring a practical, can-do approach to complex productions, while keeping teams supported and productions moving forward.
I’m now looking to move into more senior leadership roles where I can have greater strategic influence across production, business operations, and company growth.

Corinne Deasey

BBC Morning Live · Line Producer

I’m Corinne Deasey, a recently promoted Line Producer specialising in daytime television, with experience across single documentaries, documentary series and returning series including Rip Off Britain and The One Show. I currently work on BBC Morning Live, managing the realities of live production with a steady, practical approach.

I’m particularly strong on budgeting, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality programmes within tight financial constraints. I’m known for making budgets work harder and keeping productions on track without losing what makes a show special to its audience.

I bring a calm, grounded style to busy productions and am valued for my ability to support teams while keeping everything moving. Alongside the operational side, I’m passionate about putting the fun back into telly and creating an environment where people enjoy the work as much as the final programme.

Donna Poole

Line Producer · Freelance

As a Line Producer with experience spanning 20 years, primarily in factual entertainment and documentaries, I'm passionate about making content with high standards and integrity, and I bring those values into every production I work on, regardless of the size of the budget.

Recently, I've been working at MGM on a new BBC One format, Marvellous Miniature Workshop, and I have just finished at Naked on another first series for Discovery, Francis Bourgeois and Chris Harris: We Saved A Train. I find the challenge of setting up a first series and all the problem solving that goes with it, really satisfying.

My leadership style is fair and calm, with welfare always high on the agenda, and I'm confident having those difficult conversations when necessary. I believe the best productions are where editorial teams work closely with production and together we can deliver ambitious ideas in a practical and achievable way. I'm experienced in managing several projects at once and working directly with broadcasters. The reputation of the company and production is key for me - it is always my starting point, in all situations. I'm looking for a role where I can create lasting working relationships and would like to be embedded somewhere as part of the management team. Long term, I'd like to have more strategic input across productions as a Production Executive and to continue to adapt and evolve with the fast moving TV industry landscape, whilst working with the best teams.

Eva Culhane

Line Producer · Freelance

I am a Line Producer with many years' experience working in unscripted television. I love to work on productions that involve a challenge, and particularly love anything that involves travel to new places and getting stuck in with a great crew on the ground. While I love adventure, I am also a finance nerd who gets a real kick out of balancing a budget and creating a perfectly colour-coded spreadsheet.

Some of the highlights of my career have included working on Formula 1: Drive to Survive for Netflix, which involved the challenges of filming and travelling throughout the world during the Covid years, producing the drama reconstruction for the award-winning ESPN feature documentary Stolen Gold, and working on the reboot of The Grand Tour for Amazon. I want to continue to work on complex and exciting projects, but would also love the opportunity to use my budgeting and development skills by working on a production from the early days, so I can have real influence over how it is shaped from the start.

Eve Allen

Line Producer · Currently on Farmer Wants a Wife

I am a Line Producer working across reality and factual entertainment formats, bringing calm, practical leadership to every production. My attention to detail and meticulous nature help productions run smoothly, and I'm particularly strong at identifying risks early, finding practical solutions and keeping teams moving through complex or pressured situations.

I've recently been working across two productions simultaneously, including Farmer Wants a Wife and a pilot project, which has helped me build further confidence in juggling competing demands, managing production priorities and stepping fully into my Line Producer experience. I also really enjoy the budget and development side of production, and am now looking for roles where I can take full ownership of the budget, develop budgets from an earlier stage, and build my operational overview across a production. I'm known for being calm, fair and solutions-focused - someone who can stay neutral, read the room and help find a practical way forward when challenges arise.

Jamie Stratton

Line Producer · Freelance

I'm Jamie, a Line Producer with a background spanning fixed-rig reality, observational documentary, drama reconstruction and high-volume daytime television. I have managed productions with crews and casts of more than 90 people, but also thrive within small, close-knit teams. That range has made me highly adaptable, and confident working at both scale and speed without losing sight of the people behind the production.

I pride myself on being honest, calm under pressure and creating positive working environments where teams feel supported, motivated and enjoy coming to work.

I'm unfazed by challenges and genuinely love being on location and working closely with people. I have a strong track record of delivering high-quality programmes, healthy profit margins and happy teams through clear communication, strong organisation and a collaborative approach. I'm now keen to continue developing my Line Producer experience across new and existing large-scale productions, where I can bring together strong operational delivery, commercial awareness and a people-first leadership style.

Jane Pelling

Line Producer · Shine TV · Currently on MasterChef

I'm Jane Pelling, a Line Producer in factual entertainment, working at Shine TV. I started at Shine 16 years ago as a Production Secretary and have worked my way up across a range of shows to Line Producer. I am currently working across the MasterChef brand managing multiple strands year-round, from pre-production through to delivery.

I excel at juggling competing demands, leading large teams and staying calm under pressure. I'm personable and collaborative but also confident and clear when it counts - I don't shy away from tricky conversations and always approach them with fairness and empathy.

I'm passionate about team welfare and creating a positive, supportive working environment is hugely important to me. I take real pride in delivering productions that are both efficient and high quality without losing sight of the people behind them. I'm keen to broaden my experience across new formats and further develop my budgeting skills, ideally working on productions from initial budget stage through to commission and delivery.

Kate Paxton

Line Producer · Objective Media · Currently on Operation Ouch!

I am a Line Producer who has been working in TV for 20 years. For the last 3½ years I have been working at Objective Media on various series and different labels. I am currently working on the much loved CBBC series Operation Ouch!, having worked on the last 3 series.

I knew from very early on in my career that I wanted to work on production. I remember being a young receptionist at Twenty Twenty many years ago and asking for a meeting with the MD where I told him I wanted to work in production rather than editorial - a few months later I was given my first Production Secretary role. Since then I have worked on many successful series and documentaries including The Undateables (Channel 4), For the Love of Kitchens (Magnolia Network), The Truth About the Skinny Jab (Channel 4), At Home with The Furys (Netflix), 24 Hours in A&E (Channel 4), Amazing Interiors (Netflix) and The Choir (BBC2). I am very passionate about the role that I do and work very closely with editorial team members. I hope over the next few years to move into more senior roles in TV production management.

Katherine Skingsley

Line Producer · Orchard Studios · Excel For Production Buisness

A people-person with a numbers brain, I am an outgoing, creative, and highly adaptable Line Producer looking for a new challenge to kick off 2027. I have always sought variety in my TV career to build a broad skillset, with recent credits in live OB (League of Legends: World Final at The O2), reality (The Hunt: Prey vs Predator), and factual entertainment (Race Across The World).

I recently stepped up into my first Line Producer role on a streamer documentary series for Orchard Studios, where I am loving the challenge of managing a programme end-to-end with a small team. I also run an Excel training business for TV Production Management; previous clients include Studio Lambert, Disney, BBC Studios, and the NFTS. This has extended into ad hoc Excel consultancy work for production companies - I love simplifying production tasks through intelligent but accessible spreadsheet design. More information is available at excelforproduction.com. One for the TV Festival's Visionaries 2025 (formerly Ones To Watch).

Excel for Production

Laura Johnstone

Line Producer · Freelance

I’m Laura Johnstone, yeah I run the production, Line Producer energy, calm in the disruption.BBC, Channel 4, ITV on the slate, Big crews, big shoots, big schedules on my plate. From blue light stories to the glossy obs docs, International filming while the whole timeline shocks. Archive, access, drama recon too, If the pressure starts rising, I’m the calm in the room.

Three productions running, no extra support, Still kept it moving while the budgets stayed taut. Fast-moving schedules, multiple edits, Keeping teams focused while the chaos gets hectic.

Just led a budget from development to pitch, Now I’ve got my own ideas entering the mix. I like structure, but the human side first, Because burnt-out teams always do the worst!
I lead with kindness, honesty, direct,
Build teams where people feel seen and respected. Mentoring mums coming back to the game, Helping people rebuild confidence again.
Inclusive, sustainable - that’s the lane I’m in, Progressive companies? Yeah, that’s where I fit in. Good people, good culture, creativity with soul, Not just chasing delivery - but building something whole.
Free from September, so now’s the time to connect, If you want calm production with a team-first effect.
Drop me a message, let’s see what we can do, Because great telly gets made by good people too.

Laura O'Neill

Line Producer · Freelance

I'm a freelance Line Producer with 18 years' television production experience working across factual entertainment, scripted comedy, documentary, studio and entertainment formats. Having built my career on productions such as The X Factor, Gogglebox and First Dates, I've delivered challenging ambitious programmes, solved problems under pressure, led brilliant teams, and learned that no two days in TV are ever the same!

Now based in Bristol, I'm currently overseeing a new fixed-rig series for Channel 4 with Wall to Wall West. I love the challenge of a first series, navigating the inevitable twists and turns whilst creating a fun, supportive environment where people can do their best work. I've been told that I am the steady pair of hands in the room - and I'll happily take that. I'm known for bringing a calm head, positive energy, and collaborative approach to my work.

I'm always striving to learn, develop and stretch my capabilities. I'm passionate about continuous development and am now looking to build on my experience in more senior production leadership and Production Executive roles.

Laura Watts

Line Producer · Freelance

I am Laura, a Line Producer with over 17 years in TV production. I have worked predominantly in documentaries but also done stints in kids, commercials, and for the last 8 years have focused on factual entertainment. I am really enjoying working in Fact-Ent and how outlandish some of the ideas are that I get to bring my creative problem-solving brain too.

I love bringing different departments together and I thrive managing nimble, cohesive production teams and producing on location, especially large location shoots with lots of moving parts. On such shoots I typically have to bring my calm leadership style to solve problems practically under pressure.

In the last year, I have gained some experience of working as a Production Executive after being promoted to the role at a company I was at for six brilliant years. I relished having input into company culture, team structures and an active role in the achievement of company margins and profitability. It has also helped me clarify where I do my best work: on large-scale, ambitious shows where I can be close to the production, lead strong teams and help bring complex projects to life. Stepping back onto bigger productions as a Line Producer is where I want to grow, stretch and fulfil my potential taking on greater responsibility on large-scale shows, and building towards stepping into Production Executive roles again within that world.

Lisa Savage

Line Producer · Brighton

Hi, I’m Lisa Savage, a Line Producer based in Brighton with over 17 years’ experience of working in TV production. I work mainly within the factual entertainment and documentary genres, with particular strengths in post-production and archive.

I love working within a big team and collaborating with different departments and personalities. My strengths are being meticulous, detail focused, being able to pick things up quickly and keep everyone on track, while also being calm, professional, approachable and fun.

The formats I most enjoy working on are competition and dating series with big teams, and I’ve been fortunate enough to work on ‘Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr’, ‘Glow Up’ and ‘Celebs Go Dating’ as a Production Manager, all of which I really enjoyed.

I’m now looking to gain more experience managing larger teams as a Line Producer, as well as building my confidence and experience in budgeting in order to eventually move up to Production Executive.

Lizzie Murray

Line Producer · Freelance

Hi, I'm Lizzie, a Line Producer with experience across a range of factual and documentary programming, including access series, rig shows and compliance-heavy one-off films - one of which was BAFTA and Grierson nominated. I've worked across lots of archive-heavy projects and know my way around fair dealing, have drafted protocols for series with complex duty of care, and recently helped guide a production through the rigorous BBC Managed List process.

’m drawn to projects that feel conversational and human, where you get to have a really good, honest natter with people, and come away feeling like you’ve learned something about the world, or yourself, and I bring a strong editorial head to my production work, which helps with planning, problem-solving and anticipating what a production needs.

I’m proud of the feedback I get from teams, who often say they feel well supported when working with me, and that throughout my career, companies have invited me back to work with them again.
I’ve recently wrapped my latest project with Proper Content, and having moved back to the North West, where I grew up, I’m now focused on building my network here as well continuing to work with brilliant companies in London, and I’m looking to find roles that will help me take the next step towards Production Executive.

Lizzie Search

Line Producer · Freelance

I'm Lizzie, an established Line Producer with experience across most genres, including location, studio and foreign filming. Four years ago, I partnered with a Creative Director to help build a small indie, which I've been leading from the production management side part-time - giving me a much broader understanding of company operations, from resourcing and budgets through to team structure, workflow and delivery.

Most recently, I've been working on a Charlie Brooker comedy series for BBC/Netflix, where my role has stretched well beyond traditional Line Producer responsibilities. I've been representing the company across production, working closely with senior teams and managing the level of detail, reporting and platform-facing demands that come with a co-pro including major streamers. I'm particularly strong at bringing structure to complex productions, managing relationships across teams and departments, and keeping both the practical and bigger-picture needs of a production moving forward. I'm now looking for opportunities to build on that experience as a Production Executive in a larger company, where I can bring my production management background, company-level experience and growing streamer knowledge into a more strategic role.

Margaux Cossell

Line Producer · Freelance

I am a Line Producer with over 18 years' experience in production management across a wide range of genres, including reality, music events, studio and factual programming. Alongside delivering productions efficiently and to a high standard, one of my biggest priorities is leading with fairness, fun and kindness.

I pride myself on building strong relationships across all levels of a team, both editorial and production, senior and junior. I'm now looking to move into a more senior company role such as Production Executive or EIC, where I can support various teams and productions, bringing both my operational experience and people-focused approach.

Paul Prendergast

Line Producer · Twenty Twenty Productions

Hello, I'm Paul, a Scottish man living in London now. My USP is I'm scottish! I've been in London for 4 years and love to meet and work with new people within the TV industry. I am a line producer with Twenty Twenty Productions on a Netflix doc series at the moment and stepped up with the same company. I'm now on my second line producer credit. I really enjoy the challenge of bigger American streamers and being in the stretch zone - just a little bit stressed but all over it!

I'd say my qualities are managing and leading teams with empathy, diligence, good humour and collaboration - my main selling points.

In a previous life, I spent 10 years in events and festival management. Having that experience has been invaluable in my 10 years in TV, where I've been described as the calm among the chaos.

Sam Calder-Bray

Line Producer · LumoTV

I am a highly experienced production professional with over 15 years working across television production, commissioning and operational management roles. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed a wide range of scripted and unscripted productions for broadcasters and production companies including the BBC, Channel 4, Drummer TV and LumoTV.

My expertise spans budgeting, scheduling, contracts, compliance, delivery management and leading teams through fast-paced and complex productions.

I am recognised for my collaborative, adaptable and solutions-focused approach, alongside a strong passion for supporting inclusive and accessible working environments. Alongside my extensive production background, I am now focused on further strengthening my skills and passion for making a wider impact across organisations by branching out into business operations.

Through overseeing multiple productions, implementing operational processes, managing stakeholders and building strategic partnerships, I have developed a strong operational mindset and enjoy improving efficiency, communication and team effectiveness. I am excited by opportunities that allow me to combine my production expertise, people-focused leadership and organisational strengths to contribute more broadly to business growth and the success of wider teams.

Sam Garner

Head of Production & Freelance LP · Start-up / Indie

I am an accomplished Freelance Senior Production Management professional with more than 15 years' experience across traditional broadcast, digital, and branded media. I've worked across large and small-scale projects both international and domestic, within established organisations like the BBC, multiple indies and also with small start-ups on their first or early-stage commissions.

Most recently I've been working as the Head of Production for a new start-up producing branded content for luxury hotel clients, alongside freelancing as a Line Producer on the post production for a theatrical feature documentary and as a Production Manager for a large indie working on their scripted and unscripted output.

I have managed teams of varying sizes (and budgets), including mentoring and helping progress junior freelancers into more senior roles. I've enjoyed working across a multitude of genres, and feel equally capable managing either a drama recon studio set or a documentary team on location on the other side of the globe. Alongside working in TV, I'm also studying part-time for an IT degree and am about to finish a beginner's course in BSL. I am particularly interested in continuing my studies and working on more deaf-focused projects, as the subject is close to my heart and underserved in the current broadcasting environment.

Siobhan Brook

Line Producer · Freelance

I'm Siobhan, a highly experienced Line Producer and senior production leader with more than 25 years in television, spanning high-end factual, documentaries, factual entertainment, natural history, access docs and fixed-rig series. My credits include Our Planet II, Arctic, Hamza's Hidden Wild Isles, Educating Greater Manchester and Our School, for broadcasters and streamers including Netflix, BBC, Channel 4 and ITV.

What I love most is bringing ambitious ideas to life in a way that feels calm, clear and well-supported for the people making them.

I'm known for combining calm leadership with strong commercial oversight, and for creating production cultures where teams feel trusted and able to thrive. I've operated at both Line Producer and Production Executive level, leading complex productions from development through to delivery. I'm particularly strong at building resilient teams, solving problems under pressure, and balancing editorial ambition with operational reality.
Based in the South West and open to UK and international productions, I'm now looking for senior production leadership roles across premium factual, factual entertainment and specialist factual projects - particularly with companies who value strong teams, thoughtful leadership and ambitious storytelling.

Sophie Wright

Line Producer & Production Executive · BBC Studios · Currently on Countryfile

I'm Sophie Wright, a Bristol-based Line Producer and Production Executive with over 17 years' experience across factual, factual entertainment, entertainment, fixed rig, specialist factual and documentary. I'm currently line producing Countryfile at BBC Studios.

I started my career on work experience for the Celebrity Juice pilot, which led to two further series and sparked a lasting passion for television. Since then, I've worked across productions including The Apprentice, Ambulance, The Hotel, The Dog House and Ant & Dec's DNA Journey, as well as documentaries on Donald Trump, Kim Jong Un and Rupert Murdoch - all three of which I delivered simultaneously during Covid, because one global crisis was clearly not enough.

Often described as "cool as a cucumber", I pride myself on staying calm under pressure and turning complicated productions into clear, manageable, and efficient operations. Recently on Countryfile, I joined a production that wasn't operating as well as it could, identified what needed to change and helped transform it into a well-oiled machine - a turnaround I'm genuinely proud of. I work quickly and meticulously, keeping budgets, schedules, and teams firmly on track. I'm solutions-focused, believe stress gets in the way of good problem solving, and know the best productions happen when editorial and production management work closely together. I'm also passionate about making production management smarter and more sustainable, through better workflows, greener choices, stronger team support, and practical use of AI. I'm now looking for the next Production Executive opportunity where I can move beyond individual productions and play a bigger role across development, budgeting, business strategy, and the wider operational needs of a company.

Venita Singh-Warner

Line Producer · Freelance

Hello, I am Venita, a BAFTA & Emmy winning Line Producer with over 20 years' experience in production management across documentary and factual programming. I'm passionate about creating high-quality films that are visually compelling, thought-provoking and delivered with care.

My strengths lie in building effective relationships with stakeholders - commissioners and production companies - while balancing the needs of production teams and contributors.

I lead production teams with respect and collaboration, encouraging people to perform at their highest potential while delivering creative ambition on time and within budget. I'm now looking to progress into a Production Executive role, where I can further develop and apply my strategic, leadership and production experience across a broader range of projects.

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Abigail Watts

Production Executive · Plimsoll

I'm a Production Executive with 25+ years' experience delivering high-end factual programming for UK broadcasters and global streamers. Over the last six years, I've worked predominantly in the premium feature documentary space. Having come up through production management and producing.

I enjoy helping productions navigate the challenges of development, production and delivery, while balancing creative ambition with the commercial realities of pace, budget and team structure.

I'm calm under pressure, pragmatic in approach and bring a sense of humour when it's needed most. I'm confident in managing up, having direct conversations and protecting both the production and the team when things become pressured. What I bring is a strong understanding of how productions work from the inside out - the detail, the people, the budgets, the pressure points and the bigger business picture. I'm now looking to build on that experience in my newly appointed role as Production Executive at Plimsoll, where I can support teams, bring clarity to complex situations and help deliver ambitious work in a way that feels structured, fair and sustainable.

Abi Heilbron

EIC / Line Producer · Currently The Fashion Awards & Redbull Soapbox

I'm a line producer who has been freelancing for 20+ years having done many different genres. I love a first series where I really get to work alongside the team creating a new exciting format, something I did for the first series of Bake Off, Taskmaster and most recently The Hunt which was shot last year in Bulgaria.

I'm most at home running around a muddy field firefighting with at least one radio on, and have recently been promoted to EIC on this year's Fashion Awards, which will be my 6th one at a company that I've been with since they started in 2021.

I'm passionate about doing the right thing, crew welfare and happy productions are really important to me and having been a youth leader when I was younger, I can often be found making production teams play silly games to do feedback. I'm also an access producer for BAFTA where I've managed to bring BSL and captioning as standard at their awards. A role I really love.

Adam Barber

Production Executive · Air TV, Yorkshire

I'm currently an in-house Production Executive at Air TV, a Yorkshire-based indie, where I oversee a busy factual slate including returning series for UKTV and Channel 4, BBC one-offs and a digital-first project for YouTube.

My background spans production support roles across BBC News, Sport and Education, followed by talent management roles at BBC Studios and Talented People.

I'm naturally upbeat and people-focused, and I think humour plays a huge part in keeping teams connected, especially when the pressure is on. I enjoy the pace of busy productions and feel at my best when I'm helping people stay calm, supported and able to get the job done while still finding the lighter moments in the madness.

I joined Air TV five years ago as a Production Manager and have spent the past three years as Production Executive, with particular strengths in scheduling, planning, staffing and recruitment. I currently work mainly across high-volume factual, but would love to develop further in long-form and feature documentary, and to keep building my input into wider company strategy.

Charlie Williams

Production Executive / Senior Line Producer · Freelance

I'm a highly organised, motivated, and collaborative Production Executive / Senior Line Producer with twenty-six years experience in the UK and Australian TV industries. My strengths lie in cultivating strong relationships with senior stakeholders, Execs and Suppliers - I'm at my happiest firefighting difficult situations and am very comfortable in high-level conversations.

I started out on the editorial side of the industry, working my way up to AP level on comedy panel shows at Talkback, before realising I was more suited to Production. Over the course of my career in Production, I’ve worked across all genres of Unscripted Entertainment – the holy trinity of Singing, Dating and Cooking.

My strengths lie in cultivating strong relationships with senior stakeholders, Execs and Suppliers. I’m at my happiest firefighting difficult situations and am very comfortable in high-level conversations.
I’m also very much at home on location, where I have a reputation for being calm and dependable under pressure. I’ve been told I “Thrive on location”, and I really excel in keeping teams supported, problem-solving and productions will feel in safe hands, even with ever-changing schedules. After an 8-year stint living in Australia, where I gained valuable experience in another territory, I returned to the UK to be near family. Since then, I have predominantly worked on US shows filming in the UK Europe (more cooking reality!)
The collaboration with and integration of senior US Producers into UK filming processes is a very specific skill, and it’s something I really enjoy.

Christina Anderton

Production Executive · Objective Media Group

I am a Production Executive with over 23 years' experience delivering high-volume unscripted television across Studio, Reality, Factual Entertainment, Quiz, Blue Light and Outside Broadcast productions. Most recently supporting the delivery of more than 200 episodes of Lingo for ITV.

I have extensive experience leading Production Management teams across multiple concurrent productions, with strengths in operational oversight, leadership, communication and problem solving.

My experience spans a broad range of broadcaster requirements and budget models across both PSBs and streamers, including overseeing complex workflows involving Virtual Production. Alongside my full-time role across the Manchester and London offices at Objective Media Group, I am currently completing the RTS Mini MBA, sponsored by All3Media, further strengthening my commercial and strategic understanding of the television industry.

I am now looking to build as a Senior Production Executive where I can continue combining my operational expertise, leadership experience and strategic thinking.

Clare Elliott

Production Executive · Shine TV

I'm Clare Elliott, a Production Executive at Shine TV. I've spent many years working across the MasterChef brand, progressing through the ranks and building deep experience in delivering large-scale, high-profile unscripted productions.

Alongside MasterChef, I've worked across a range of Shine productions, and I'm now in-house, involved in projects from development through to production. That has given me a broader view of how ideas move through the business, and it's an area I'm really enjoying expanding into. My strength is managing complex productions, large teams and fast-moving editorial demands. I now want to build on that by stepping further into a more senior Production Executive role, overseeing multiple productions, contributing more strategically to the business, and helping shape positive culture and ways of working across teams. Ultimately, I see myself as a trusted operational partner to a Director of Production or MD - someone who can be that right hand, helping turn strategy into clear, practical delivery.

Ellen Green

Production Executive · Story Films

I'm currently working as a Production Executive at Story Films with over 15 years experience in television. Over the years I've worked across a multitude of genres and filming environments, from high profile talent led series The Long Way Up for Apple TV to Emmy Award winning historical archive series JFK: One Day in America.

I've always strived to problem solve in collaboration with editorial and my biggest strength is being able to effectively communicate and manage people at all levels. I now work closely with the Managing Director, CFO, Executive Producers and Line Producers to make sure all productions are delivered to schedule and on budget.

Emma Leone

Production Executive · Whisper

I am a Production Executive at Whisper with more than 15 years of production management experience across large-scale live events, broadcast, and esports. Having joined Whisper as a Line Producer 18 months ago, I was promoted to Production Executive within 10 months and now oversee both the esports and combat sports slates.

My career began in studio entertainment, where I developed a strong foundation in managing fast-paced, high-pressure productions. Today, I draw on that experience to lead multiple projects simultaneously, balancing operational excellence, financial oversight, and team leadership across a range of complex live productions.

I am equally comfortable managing up and down within an organisation, working closely with senior stakeholders while leading teams of varying sizes to achieve outstanding results. Whether overseeing large budgets, streamlining production workflows, or navigating the challenges that inevitably arise in live events, I pride myself on delivering consistency, clarity, and confidence. What motivates me most is the energy of live production and the collaborative effort required to bring a show to life. My greatest strength is remaining calm under pressure, providing steady leadership through challenging situations, and creating an environment where teams can perform at their best.

Faye Donaldson

Production Executive · Studio Lambert

Hello, I'm Faye, a Production Executive in unscripted, and I've been a staff member at Studio Lambert for the last 15 years. I've worked my way up from Production Manager to Line Producer and now Production Executive, working on many of the company's flagship shows right from the beginning - on Four in a Bed and Gogglebox, then onto Squid Game: The Challenge, and now the BBC and NBC versions of The Traitors.

My main priorities and strengths on productions are leading happy teams, keeping morale buoyant, and ensuring productions are delivered on schedule and on budget. I have led all sizes of teams, from smaller-scale PSC shoots through to huge fixed-rig set-ups. I'm now keen to build on that experience in a more senior Production Executive role, continuing to deliver ambitious productions while helping shape strong teams, positive culture and practical ways of working.

Hannah Stupple

Production Executive · Boldprint Studios

I'm a Production Executive working at Boldprint Studios across their development slate for both Terrestrial and Streamer platforms. I have experience managing Factual Entertainment, Reality and Documentary series. My strengths are forging strong working relationships with Broadcasters during budget negotiation, managing logistically complex and compliance-heavy productions while leading very happy production teams. I'm now looking to step up into Head of Production roles within companies where I can help to shape business strategy and growth while also nurturing a positive workplace culture.

Laura Steele-Perkins

Production Executive · Ricochet

Production Executive with 7+ years' experience in the role, and 27 years in the industry, currently overseeing The Repair Shop brand. Experience across fact ent, comedy, scripted, travel, large studio entertainment, live, children's - and I love the challenge of a first series!

One of my biggest strengths is building teams and production environments where people feel trusted, supported and able to do their best work. Alongside overseeing productions from green light through to delivery, I'm really interested in how strong systems, culture and operations can help both productions and people thrive. I'm especially drawn to streamers and fast-growing production companies, and excited by opportunities where I can help shape the way teams and productions run while making a meaningful impact across both.

Liz Oliver

Production Executive · Woodcut Media

Hi, I am a Production Executive currently working in Specialist Factual. I've worked on all sorts of genres from big Saturday night entertainment and sitcom, to daily live and documentary. I am passionate about excellent production management and love highlighting what a fabulous production management team can achieve - to anyone who will listen! I've only recently stepped up into my PE role and I am loving the opportunity to learn and grow, to understand the bigger picture and to help shape teams. I really love TV, in all its forms and want to shape whatever I am working across to be the very best it can be.

Natalie Heustice

Production Executive · BBC Studios

I'm a Production Executive at BBC Studios, where I've worked since 2022 across a range of high-profile factual, factual entertainment, and live event programming. My recent credits include Drugs Map of Britain, Paddy and Chris: Road Tripping, Countryfile, Gardeners' World, the Chelsea Flower Show, the King's Christmas Message, the Festival of Remembrance, and the New Year's Eve Fireworks.

Prior to joining BBC Studios, I spent 15 years at RDF Television working across entertainment and factual entertainment programming, including competition and quiz formats, building a strong grounding in delivering ambitious, audience-focused content.

My strengths lie in leading people and building high-performing, collaborative teams. I'm known for being calm, approachable and solutions-focused, creating environments where individuals feel supported, empowered and motivated to do their best work. I place a strong emphasis on team welfare and pride myself on building trusted relationships quickly - both within teams and with senior stakeholders.
I'm particularly strong in managing complex, high-pressure productions and guiding teams through challenges with clarity and confidence, balancing creative ambition with practical delivery. I'm now looking to continue working across bold, distinctive factual, factual entertainment and live projects, while building on my strategic skills in planning, prioritisation and leading at scale. I'm also looking to step into Head of Production roles, where I can broaden my impact at a more senior level, contributing not just to delivery but to wider business strategy, resourcing and long-term planning.

Nina Haines

Production Executive · Studio Lambert · Freelance

I’m a Production Executive in unscripted, currently at Studio Lambert, where I’m writing and negotiating budgets for large-scale, exciting new reality and rig shows.

One of my great strengths is my expert knowledge. I have a proven track record managing the original wave of reality fact-ent hybrids, and have since overseen and grown smash-hit formats. At every company I’ve worked for, I’ve been trusted with visibility across the whole slate. That means I can offer experience-led insight across a huge range of projects.

I value supporting and nurturing talent, and I’m confident leading senior teams, keeping projects moving and helping everyone work towards the best possible outcome with calmness and clarity.

I'm loving this course for the time spent focusing on my personal development and making sure my next move is considered, strategic and right for me.

Rebecca Keating

Production Executive / EIC · Freelance · Previously ITV Studios

I’m a Production Executive/EIC that has worked across a huge range of high profile shows spanning all the genres from popular factual and reality through to huge scale event, entertainment and current affairs. I’ve have overseen all aspects of Production on global formats, including first series, such as Would You Rather, Decide to Survive (Amazon), Destination X (BBC1), Scared of the Dark (Channel 4) and Come Dine with Me (Channel 4) plus popular factual shows such as The Martin Lewis Money Show (ITV1) and Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs (ITV1) plus huge scale events such as Pride of Britain (ITV1).

I'm exceptionally experienced in Duty of Care, having overseen ITV Studios' newly formed Duty of Care team, establishing industry-leading processes and workflows across their Duty of Care systems on a global level. Having worked for many years at a large organisation and now at a small fast-paced start-up, I've managed to see production from both ends of the spectrum and can anticipate the challenges that both face. I am passionate about working hand in glove with my editorial counterparts to make the best telly possible in a positive environment with a successful team.

Steph Varvell

Head of Production · Bristol start-up · Freelance LP

I’m Steph and I like making the impossible happen! I’m an experienced Line Producer now Head of Production, with a background predominantly in natural history and factual programming and have worked on blue chip landmarks like Our Oceans for Netflix, wildlife obs doc Born to be Wild for Apple TV+ and 3D feature film Enchanted Kingdom. I’ve sent crews to the tops of mountains and to the depths of the oceans and everywhere in between.

I specialise in making the impossible happen, managing large scale budgets, complex schedules, large teams and high risk filming activities and enjoy the variety and excitement that international filming brings.

I am a calm, confident leader with a strong focus on building happy, mentally healthy, resilient teams who collaborate to deliver award winning content.
I am currently working in a freelance capacity with a small start up independent company in Bristol in a Head of Production role aiding them with the creation of the company, financial protocols, policies and operational needs of the business. I am particularly interested in finding a permanent role and home where I can help create a company that will share my goals and values to create meaningful, visually compelling narratives with soul in a harmonious production environment.

Vic Ribeck

Production Executive · Wildstar Films

I am a recently promoted Production Executive and have over 25 years’ experience working in unscripted Specialist Factual television. I worked at the BBC in Bristol for 16 years across a variety of productions, starting as a PC and then progressing as a PM on shows such as DIYSOS, Springwatch, Countryfile and variety of the Natural History Units programmes. 7 years ago, I decided to take the leap and step away from the BBC into the indie market. I felt I needed more of a challenge than the BBC could offer me at the time and was fortunate that a job working on the Natural History series ‘America the Beautiful’ at Wildstar Films came knocking. I have been there ever since. Natural History being the way it is, I have only worked across 2 productions since being at Wildstar, but they have been whoppers! For the past 4 years, I worked as an LP on a multi-million-dollar project for Disney+ called Underdogs, setting up the first series and then simultaneously managing the second while guiding the first through a highly complex post-production workflow. The series was a brand-new concept, collaborating with Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds and his company Maximum Effort, blending comedy with Natural History to reach audiences who might not typically engage with the genre. Fortunately, it has been a great success, and we have been lucky enough to win numerous awards including RTS, Broadcast, Jackson Wild and 2 Emmys!

Although I enjoy working across both large and small productions, my strength lies in managing large teams. On Springwatch, Autumnwatch and Winterwatch, I set up eight live OBs over 2.5 years with substantial teams on location. I loved working on this as it’s unusual in Nat Hist for a PM to be part of the location team, and I thoroughly enjoyed sitting in a production tent, usually freezing cold, working with all the different on site teams to bring the ideas created in the morning meetings to life by the live show that evening . For Underdogs at Wildstar , I have had to keep a team of up to 40 people motivated over a four-year period with constantly shifting commissioner goalposts. It wasn’t always easy, but I believe I achieved this by being calm and supportive but still tackling tricky situations head on when needed.
Recently, I have stepped into the role of Production Executive at Wildstar, having worked my way up from PM and LP in my 7 years at the company. I’m very excited to take on this new challenge and work more in the areas of development, business strategy and overseeing more than one project at a time.

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Hudini Coaching Team

Karen Hudson

Karen Hudson, Founder of Hudini Coaching

I’m Karen Hudson, founder of Hudini Coaching. I’ve worked in television for over 20 years and still have an active production career, having worked my way up through the ranks from Production Secretary to Deputy Director of Production.

I retrained as a coach in 2018 after seeing how many brilliant people in the industry needed more space, support and confidence as they navigated their careers and leadership journeys. Hudini Coaching was built from that place: a belief that people need space to think, honest support, practical tools and the confidence to take ownership of what comes next.

I designed the Senior Roles in Production Management Programme to bring together the things I believe make development genuinely useful: expert industry insight, thoughtful coaching, honest reflection and meaningful connection. Alongside the workshops and networking,1:1 coaching sits at the heart of the programme, helping participants translate learning into action and make sense of their next move.

I also know the value of people supporting each other, and how much stronger we are when we learn together. Creating a safe space for people to ask questions, be curious, share honestly and realise they are not alone has been a key part of the programme.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to leadership or growth, people have different drivers, passions and definitions of success, but there is real power in understanding what feels right for you, based on your values.
What brings me the most joy is seeing people take ownership of careers that can often feel unpredictable or out of their control, finding the language to speak up, the confidence to make decisions, and the clarity to move towards what feels right for them.
Hudini Coaching is rooted in honesty with kindness, fairness, practical action and lasting impact. Through coaching, career mapping, frameworks and community, my aim is to help people feel seen, supported and ready to create positive change in their teams, productions and the wider industry.
Looking ahead, I want to continue supporting the creative industries through coaching, mentoring and training. Alongside programmes like this, I also coach Heads of Production, Executive Producers, Commissioning Editors and senior leaders who want to navigate change and complexity, while leading in a way that feels purposeful, sustainable and true to them.

Lucy Stone

Virtual Assistant · Delegate & Elevate

Hi, I’m Lucy, founder of Delegate & Elevate, and your go-to Virtual Assistant for all things admin, production, and project support. I’m a North West London-based mum, creative organiser, and former TV production manager with over 10 years of experience keeping complex, fast-moving teams on track. From award-winning documentaries to branded content for global names like LEGO and Kenvue,

I’ve spent my career making sure everything runs smoothly, always with calm, clarity, and care. Now, I bring that same behind-the-scenes magic to small business owners, creatives, and busy professionals who are ready to delegate the admin and reclaim their time. Whether you need inbox and diary management, help with project timelines, or just someone to stay two steps ahead - I’m here to lighten your load, bring order to the chaos, and let you focus on what really matters.

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Meixi Dong

Senior Production Coordinator / JPM

I am Meixi Dong, a Senior Production Coordinator who has recently stepped into the role of Junior Production Manager. I am proud to be part of the Hudini coaching programme and have the opportunity to connect with most talented production professionals in the industry.

After graduating from film school, I discovered my passion for production management. I thrive in fast-paced environments, have extensive experience of managing quick turnarounds, and enjoy finding practical solutions to complex challenges. Supporting, mentoring, and developing team members is an important part of my approach, and I take pride in helping teams perform at their best. One of my greatest strengths is cross-department communication, building strong relationships and connecting people effectively is a skill that has been invaluable throughout my career.

I moved to the UK from China at the age of 16 with two suitcases and a dream. Determined to build a career in the industry, I worked my way up through a variety of production roles. As a Location Fixer in China, I support UK productions filming abroad, helping them navigate cultural differences and ensuring smooth and successful shoots. It was a privilege to showcase my home country while bridging the gap between international production teams.
I am passionate about supporting emerging talent. In the UK, I established a network for Chinese filmmakers to share industry insights and I host many CV workshops for students looking to enter the industry. Having experienced firsthand how challenging it can be to break into film and television, I am committed to helping the next generation succeed. To date, I have supported several fresh graduates, including helping two female camera assistants secure opportunities in documentary and drama productions.
My long-term ambition is to strengthen cultural and creative connections between the UK and China. I hope to bring outstanding British stories to Chinese audiences while introducing innovative technologies,heritage cultures, and exceptional filmmaking talent from China to the UK. I believe collaboration across cultures creates new opportunities, fresh perspectives, and stronger storytelling for everyone involved.

Sophie Prendergast

Personal Assistant

Sophie brings over 15 years of experience supporting fast-paced teams across production management and personal assistant roles. She is known for her calm, reliable approach and ability to step in and make an immediate impact. Sophie focuses on delivering high-quality support that keeps businesses operating to the highest possible standards.

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Thea Viner

Production Secretary /Junior Coordinator

I’m an experienced production secretary with a background across factual entertainment, film and HETV. I have recently stepped up to a junior coordinator, demonstrating my ability to coordinate shoots and crew, in multiple locations and overseas.

I believe that I work best in busy locations, adapting to moving parts and changing schedules: thriving in the organisation of unavoidable chaos. My aim is to always make sure the crew have a good foundation to work from, starting the day off right with catering and accommodation that works for people’s needs so we can create great entertainment altogether.

The goal for me moving forward is to continue working across both sides of our industry, meeting new teams and learning skills that I can apply to future scenarios. I love working in teams where the passion lies with story telling and creating great entertainment with human centered narratives.

I’m most proud of my My graduate short film, LUCID (2022), which received numerous nominations in both student and short film festivals and in 2023 I was honoured to receive the award for Best Student Director at Ealing Film Festival in London.

Martina Zucconelli

Senior Production Coordinator

I’m Martina Zucconelli, a Senior Production Coordinator with experience across international reality competitions, factual entertainment and short-form content. I thrive on first series, where I can be involved from the very beginning, helping build the production from scratch and learning every part of the process from the challenges of location and format, to solving the unexpected problems that come with setting up something new.

I trained through the NFTS Prime Video Pathway Production Coordinator Apprenticeship, which gave me a strong grounding in production coordination and helped build my confidence across the industry.

I love international productions that take me overseas, where I can practise the languages I speak including my native Italian and French and Spanishand explore new ways of working with different teams and cultures.

A key goal for me is to keep developing across different team sizes, budgets and broadcasters, while continuing to build my skills as a Senior Coordinator and maintain a strong focus on location-based productions.

Working with Hudini Coaching on the Senior Roles in Production Management Programme has allowed me to lean into my love of training, workshops and professional development, while helping me make some incredible connections across the industry.

WITH THANKS TO

This programme has been shaped by the generosity, wisdom and encouragement of so many brilliant people across the industry. A huge thank you to everyone who has given their time, expertise, honesty and support to the Senior Roles in Production Management Programme.

From workshop facilitators and guest speakers to networking guests, mentors, champions, supporters and the ScreenSkills team, you have helped create something far richer than a training programme, a space for connection, confidence, reflection, real career momentum and lasting impact across the industry.

Workshop facilitators and speakers
Viki Carter - Peahi Consulting, Sue Ahern - Creative People, Amelia Price & Rhidian Davies - Sustainable Films, Kate Allan - Prop Up Project, Dr Joanna Abeyie - Blue Moon & Partners, Colin Byrne - AI Specialist, Nicola Ibison, Tom Williams, Quintin Plane - Ibison Media, Kimberly Godlbolt - Talented People, Sam Margaritis - NeuroJungle, Rosie Higgins - Unquiet Media, Sally Lisk-Lewis - Access Coordinator, Lucy Adams - MHFA Trainer, Lucy Adams Training,

Networking guests
Samantha Lawrence & Jane Atkinson - Media MD’s, Eleanor Roffe - Talent Executive, Studio Lambert, Vic Roye - Vic Roye Talent, Samantha Stamp - True North, Verity Sutton Barrow - Optomen, Nicola Hill - Orchard Studios, Steven Hunt - Studio Lambert, Sally Debonnaire - OBE, Linda Vertannes-Levy - Happiness and Wellbeing coach.

Mentors and cohort champions
Anna Chacko, Audrey Duffy, Beccy Green, Caroline Cox, Christine Saul, Clair Carney, Dr Joanna Abeyie, Emma Lehrer, Emma Read-Wilson, Gemma Thomas, Gemma Whitford, Georgie Emary, Gerch Ibrahim, Helen Houston, Helen Kruger Bratt, Jane Atkinson, Kirsty Bysouth, Louisa Sutherland-Smith, Maria Norman, Mel Hameed, Michelle Reynolds, Nicola Hill, Perjit Aujla, Sally Debonnaire, Sam Chambers, Samantha Lawrence, Samantha Stamp, Sheryl Lacy, Shola Sittabey, Sid Cole, Sophie Ardern, Stephanie Wrate, Steven Hunt, Verity Sutton Barrow & Wendi Rose.

ScreenSkills team
Sarah Joyce, Claire Stratton, Morten Wright, Kia Ambrose-Brown & Rachel Jones

Supporters
Abbas Media Law, Blinkhorns, The Farm, Home Post Production, Hotcam, Miller Insurance, RT Group and Splice.

TESTIMONIALS

“Joining SRIPM came at the perfect moment, the end of a production and a natural point to reflect on where I wanted to go next. Alongside building confidence and senior-level experience, it's opened up an invaluable network and rich deep-dives into the topics that matter most in our field. Every two-hour session leaves me energised and ready to go again.

It's been as much about contribution as it has been about learning, realising I already hold many of the answers myself, with plenty of lightbulb moments along the way. Working in this industry can create tunnel vision, where you're heads-down on your own challenges and it can feel like you're navigating them alone. SRIPM has been a powerful reminder of the talent out there, bringing a real sense of camaraderie and solidarity, and connections I know will last long after the course ends.”

- Bhavna Weeks Production Manager

“Starting the Senior Roles in Production Management course, I quickly realised its exceptional value. An early exercise completing a detailed responsibilities list was eye-opening, helping me recognise I was already performing many Line Producer responsibilities.

Combined with informative sessions from leading industry professionals and a one-to-one with Karen, the course gave me the clarity and confidence to put myself forward for a Line Producer role when the opportunity arose. It's a role I'm now thoroughly enjoying and one I may not have pursued without the insight and encouragement the course provided.

In an industry that can feel isolating, the course has been hugely impactful, educationally and in building confidence and connecting me with a supportive, like-minded community. Being paired with a mentor, alongside the network the course provides, has added yet another layer of support to my career progression.”

- Paul Prendergast Line Producer

“I cannot express just how brilliant this course is, I have filled knowledge gaps, learnt from some wonderful guests, built my confidence and have gained a brilliant community of other production professionals. I wish I could send all our PMs on it! x”

- Liz Oliver Production Executive

COHORT 2026

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

PRODUCTION MANAGERS

Ash Morris

Bhavna Weeks

Cassie Wolfinger

Claire Swarbrick

Cleone Fox

Emma Garvie

Jo Lewis

Jodie Allt

Josh Davies

Kate Finburg

Laura McCombie

Kelly-Ann McHale

Libby Taylor

Mary Mullarkey

Mel Rainbow

Naomi Buchanan

Tonya Walker

Nicole Bernier

LINE PRODUCERS

Casey McConnell

Charlotte Valletta

Chenoa Finlayson-Pugh

Corinne Deasey

Donna Poole

Eva Culhane

Eve Allen

Jamie Stratton

Jane Pelling

Kate Paxton

Katherine Skingsley

Laura Johnstone

Laura O'Neill

Laura Watts

Lisa Savage

Lizzie Murray

Lizzie Search

Margaux Cossell

Paul Prendergast

Sam Calder-Bray

Sam Garner

Siobhan Brook

Sophie Wright

Venita Singh-Warner

PRODUCTION EXECUTIVES / EXECUTIVE IN CHARGE OF PRODUCTION / HEADS OF PRODUCTION

Abigail Watts

Abi Heilbron

Adam Barber

Charlie Williams

Christina Anderton

Clare Elliott

Ellen Green

Emma Leone

Faye Donaldson

Hannah Stupple

Laura Steele-Perkins

Liz Oliver

Natalie Heustice

Nina Haines

Rebecca Keating

Steph Varvell

Vic Ribeck

Hudini Coaching Team

Karen Hudson

Lucy Stone

Meixi Dong

Sophie Prendergast

Thea Viner

Martina Zucconelli

WITH THANKS TO

TESTIMONIALS

KEEP IN TOUCH