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
Opportunities for Freelancers
At a time when consistent work can be difficult to secure, it's crucial to know where to find resources that genuinely make a difference. In this guide, we’re highlighting some of the best funding grants, open calls, free training programmes, and mental health support currently available to media professionals across
Stephanie Hornby: Freelancer of the Month
How did you become a camera assistant? I developed an interest in photography as a teenager, spending time in the school darkroom, which my art teacher fought hard to keep. This passion evolved into filmmaking, leading me to study Film and TV Production at university. I started out as a runner
‘I really take an interest in the subject I am editing’. Meet Sarah Caudrey
You studied Politics and Journalism. How did those fields shape your journey towards becoming an editor, and do you find those skills influencing your work today? I had no plans to work in TV or in editing but I studied Media Law as part of my journalism course which led me
‘Relax .. it’s only telly’. Robin Doelly: Freelancer of the Month
You’ve had an impressive career editing and grading content for some of the biggest names in British television. Can you tell us about a particular project that was both challenging and rewarding for you?To celebrate Shakespeare, I was asked to grade a short film of each of the bard's surviving
Puru Jothi: Freelancer of the Month
Tell us a bit about your background and how you got started in the media industry. What drew you to the roles of Edit Assistant, Junior Editor, and VFX Editor? I started in the industry at a very young age through a community centre called YCTV, where I was introduced to
Matthew Mulligan: Freelancer of the Month
Can you share your journey in the film and TV industry, starting from your experience as a Runner on Game of Thrones to your current role as a Production Coordinator/Junior Production Manager?Thrones was my first job in the industry. I had just moved back to Belfast after graduating from university
Connecting Freelancers: Highlights from the Freelancer Breakfast Club
On the sunny morning of May 15th, freelancers from across London gathered at Hackney Wick's Mainyard Studios for a special event - the Freelancer Breakfast Club. This collaborative effort between The Crewing Company, Blueberry Creatives, and Mainyard Studios (represented by Natasha Nicholls, an Area Manager at Mainyard Studios) was a
Correll Johnson: Freelancer of the Month
As an Edit Assistant and Camera Operator, could you share the journey that led you to embrace these dynamic roles? I studied a practical filmmaking course at university. After graduating I started to direct, shoot and edit music videos and short films