Getting your first break in TV for newcomers especially in pandemic times with Julian Dismore.

It was a friend of a friend who suggested the connection, I reached out to my academic circles but instead of getting the lecturer I was introduced to Julian who was a media trainer and series producer - perfect fit! What's great about the episode is Julian's producing experience (and great stories to go with it) but most of all his passion for getting newcomers onto the TV ladder and like me paying it forwards. You can find out more by going to directproductions.co.uk or @directproductionsuk Sneak preview Audiogram: https://share.descript.com/view/cnHwl2txRmF During the episode we go through some talking points: Where did you start off, what did you do to get in? - When did you realise you were destined for broadcast media? - Was there any flags or paths you followed that stand out - Who gave you your first break or role in the industry? Moving through the industry, how has your skillset changed? - Have you been through freelance, full time, academic circles ‘Making the most of your online presence in the virtual broadcast world’ - How do you make the most of the apps, is it functionality or personality? - Along with the video calls is bolstering your online presence say LinkedIn - How have you managed moving your workshops online - getting the hang of it? Hindsight is a wonderful thing, what is yours? - Looking back, what is a measure of success in your career? - If you could tell your 18 year old self now - what would it be? If you found this episode useful and want to hear other stories check out the series and subscribe, there are even plans for series 2 now to keep tuned in! For more information about the host and additional offerings head over to ancast.co.uk Thanks for listening! Ben As well as making award winning factual TV programmes, Julian runs online and in-person training courses for Direct Productions, the company he founded in 2005. Julian has travelled the world directing hit programmes for BBC1, Netflix, ITV, Channel 4, Five, Discovery US, National Geographic and Animal Planet amongst others, and specialises in wildlife, documentary and current affairs programmes. Julian leads the Direct Productions team of web video producers and training experts. He has been training TV production and web video presenting skills for over 20 years. As well as conducting workshops in camera skills, research skills, editing skills and presenting skills, Julian has a strong track record helping people get their first break in TV - and then excelling in their careers once they are in. Julian is also experienced in helping academics, lawyers and business professionals improve their web video and webinar skills. He enjoys helping people come across well on platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams, skills which have become essential in the post-Covid era.

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