Freelance Forever
The freelance TV career I was promised… doesn’t exist anymore. 30 years in, I’ve seen the industry change beyond recognition — but nothing prepared me for this current crisis. No jobs. No security. And no roadmap.So I’m writing one.For three decades, I’ve been a freelance director and consultant working across global formats, live shows, and some of the biggest brands in broadcasting.Now, I’m writing “Freelance Forever” — a brutally honest, practical guide to staying afloat (and staying sane)...
about 1 month ago • 1 min readThe BBC Again!
News Letter HEADLINE: THE BBC AGAIN The BBC has launched what it calls its biggest-ever public engagement exercise on its future. A bold move? Or a sign of deeper cracks? This time, it’s asking you—the public, creatives, and industry pros—what the BBC should look like by 2030. But behind the PR push lies something more urgent: the BBC knows it’s at a crossroads. From political pressure to platform erosion, global competition to funding uncertainty, the corporation is grappling with...
about 2 months ago • 5 min readIntoduction
🎙️ Welcome to Alt.media — Insights for the Creative Sector You’ve just landed on Alt.media — the independent voice of creative professionals navigating the new world of content, platforms, and production. Every Wednesday, I share AI in the Creative Sector — a sharp, focused look at how artificial intelligence is transforming everything from idea generation to post-production. Tools, case studies, ethical dilemmas, and breakthroughs — all curated for working creatives and decision-makers....
about 2 months ago • 1 min read