BECTU's annual development and networking event for workers in film and broadcasting: the Freelancers' Fair happens on Friday 29 June at Savoy Palace, Lonon.
The day offers seminars and workshops on some of the creative and practical challenges which TV freelancers face, covering film, programme budgets, data wrangling and getting started.
Freelances will also be able to get advice on tax and business skills, plus meet a range of industry experts including representatives from the BBC Academy, Pinewood Studios and DV Talent.
Take a look at the full programme here.
What's more, The Talent Manager's own Sarah Lee (Creative Director, DV Talent) will be on the panel for 'Get Your Career on the Right Track with top tips from the experts' at 15.45 – 17.00:
Everyone knows that competition for jobs in film and tv is fierce and never more so than in the current recession. How do you get that all-important first break? Join this session for top tips on how to make your talent shine through from our panel of industry experts: Caroline Carter, BBC talent executive; Colin Campbell-Austin, people development manager, Channel 4; Alison Small, director of the Skillset Film Industry Craft and Skills Academy; Sarah Lee, director of the Talent Manager website; Carys Morgan, Broadcast Hotshot and head of development at Minnow Films. The session will be chaired by documentary film-maker, Marc Sigsworth.
The event is free for BECTU members and £10 for non-members. Book online here.