Overview
TM Masterclass: Chateau DIY – Win The DreamWhen: Wednesday 11th February 2026
7:00pm–8:00pm - Live Webinar + 15 min Q&A
8:00pm–8:30pm - 1:1 Speed Networking (PRO freelancers)
This webinar is Free | Open to all
Join us for an exclusive TM Masterclass exploring Chateau DIY: Win the Dream, Channel 4’s brand-new competitive spin-off from the hit daytime series Chateau DIY, produced by Spark Media North. This ambitious new format sees twelve pairs of hopeful chatelains competing in design, renovation and business challenges for the chance to win an authentic French château worth up to £250,000 - one of the biggest prizes in daytime TV history.
What you’ll hear about
- How Win The Dream was developed as a competitive spin-off
- Scaling daytime formats with primetime ambition
- Casting, production challenges and creative decision-making
- What commissioners are looking for in returning brands
- Career insights for freelancers working in unscripted TV
Panellists:
Helen Morrell – Head of Production, Spark Media North
Joff Hatfield-Powell – Chief Creative Officer, Spark Media North
The live webinar includes a 15-minute audience Q&A, followed by 1:1 speed networking exclusively for TM PRO freelancers, with the panellists and Spark Media North Talent Manager Catherine Mabb. Not a PRO member yet? You can find out more and upgrade here
Why attend?
Whether you’re an aspiring TV creative, an established freelancer, or just curious about how hit daytime formats evolve into high-stakes competition shows, this session offers rare, first-hand insight from the team behind one of Channel 4’s most talked-about new commissions.
Register now to save your spot!
Description
TM Masterclass: Chateau DIY – Win The DreamWhen: Wednesday 11th February 2026
7:00pm–8:00pm - Live Webinar + 15 min Q&A
8:00pm–8:30pm - 1:1 Speed Networking (PRO freelancers)
This webinar is Free | Open to all
Join us for an exclusive TM Masterclass exploring Chateau DIY: Win the Dream, Channel 4’s brand-new competitive spin-off from the hit daytime series Chateau DIY, produced by Spark Media North. This ambitious new format sees twelve pairs of hopeful chatelains competing in design, renovation and business challenges for the chance to win an authentic French château worth up to £250,000 - one of the biggest prizes in daytime TV history.
What you’ll hear about
- How Win The Dream was developed as a competitive spin-off
- Scaling daytime formats with primetime ambition
- Casting, production challenges and creative decision-making
- What commissioners are looking for in returning brands
- Career insights for freelancers working in unscripted TV
Panellists:
Helen Morrell – Head of Production, Spark Media North
Joff Hatfield-Powell – Chief Creative Officer, Spark Media North
The live webinar includes a 15-minute audience Q&A, followed by 1:1 speed networking exclusively for TM PRO freelancers, with the panellists and Spark Media North Talent Manager Catherine Mabb. Not a PRO member yet? You can find out more and upgrade here
Why attend?
Whether you’re an aspiring TV creative, an established freelancer, or just curious about how hit daytime formats evolve into high-stakes competition shows, this session offers rare, first-hand insight from the team behind one of Channel 4’s most talked-about new commissions.
Register now to save your spot!