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
Empowering the next generation of freelancers
At TCC, we believe in the power of nurturing emerging talent to create a more inclusive, skilled, and innovative media industry. That’s why we launched the Rising Talent Programme—an 8-month initiative designed to bridge the skills gap and empower the next generation of freelancers.This year, we’re thrilled to be halfway
Jeff Goldblum plying piano in the Frank Sinatra’s house: An interview with a TCC Producer Tom Mackay
You are a freelance Producer. But, what did you dream of becoming as a kid?I always wanted to be in a band or a successful musician, I play guitar and drums, and was in a few decent bands from teenage years onwards, but never “made it”! So then starting a
2024 in review: new clients, bold projects, and great talent
What a journey 2024 was, it was another year of various uncertainties, but that didn’t stop the TCC team from showing resilience and innovation! As we prepare to welcome 2025, we want to take a moment to celebrate some of our wins for 2024—a year that brought challenges, growth, resilience,
Isabel Barker: Freelancer of the Month
What do you think sets a great editor apart? Are there any techniques or principles you consistently adhere to in your work?There are many different ways to be a great editor! Some people are really, really technically skilled, some people are great at interpreting exactly what a client wants, some
‘Take action’. Meet Daniel Petiafo
Can you walk us through a day in the life of a Freelance Editor? How does your routine shape up?My day usually starts with looking at the brief or feedback notes and re-reading them regularly throughout the day. It’s important to ask questions and re-read notes often and early. What initially