Meet Patrick Oldacre: Take me somewhere tropical!
You are a Sound Recordist, but what did you dream of becoming as a child?I was obsessed with astronomy as a kid. I used to drive my parents mad wanting to stay in the back garden with my telescope, even when it was -2°C on a school night. Galaxies and
AI Creative Summit Organised by Broadcast
The conference began with a panel on the creative power of artificial intelligence. Alex Mahon, Chief Executive of Superstruct Entertainment, emphasised that developing the technology requires combining expertise in both technical and creative fields. As chair of the newly launched Centre for Creative AI, a collaboration between UCL, the Royal
Black History Month at TCC
While we are proud to represent an incredibly diverse community of freelancers and maintain strong fair employment practices, we know there is always more to be done. We continue to explore new ways to champion underrepresented voices and to build a more inclusive industry for all. Diversity and inclusion are
Jay Espindola: From ITV to Global Content
TCC freelancer Jay Espindola began his broadcast career producing competitions for The Paul O’Grady Show on ITV, after transitioning from commercial work. That unexpected opportunity opened doors to roles across flagship programmes including This Morning, Loose Women, Britain’s Got Talent, Love Island, and I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!Jay’s
Meet Ryan Alicoon, a Talent Consultant at TCC
At The Crewing Company, we know that finding the right freelancer can make all the difference – and that’s where our team comes in! Meet Ryan, one of our brilliant Talent Consultants, who works closely with clients to match them with the best freelancers for their projects. Let’s dive into
Meet Matt de Vries: Focus on Passion, and Work Hard
You’re a Videographer. But what did you dream of becoming as a child?A skydiver! I actually enrolled to do my FAA licence, but unfortunately wasn’t able to go through with it due to some ongoing issues with my spine — slipped discs are no fun! That said, I’m hoping to
Editing in Harmony: Music Shaping the Rhythm of Work: Meet Priya Lal
You are an Edit Assistant. But what did you dream of becoming as a child? As a child, I dreamt of becoming a famous musician. I’ve always had a deep connection with music, having played the piano for years. My musical background has influenced my work as an editor, particularly in
Building a Workplace Where Women Succeed
Did you know that The Crewing Company’s journey started on a houseboat? Back in 2005, Stephanie Asplin, our Founder & Chairman, set up our very first office on ‘The Quarry’ before we moved to Ealing Broadway, then to the iconic Pinewood Studios, and finally to vibrant Hackney Wick, where we’ve
Improving representation in the industry
As International Women’s Day approaches, we’re reaffirming our commitment to improving representation in the industry. We’re continuously working towards greater diversity on our books, but there’s still some imbalance when it comes to representation. We’re seeing a growing demand from clients for female crew, particularly for sensitive shoots and to ensure
Essential Free Resources for Freelance Talent
In our commitment to supporting the professional growth and well-being of freelance talent, we've put together a selection of free training programs, grants, and other valuable opportunities that may interest you. We hope these resources help you develop new skills, advance your career, and navigate the challenges that come with