About Us | The Talent Manager

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The Talent Manager was born out of a desire to simplify the way our industry works, and to professionalise the way TV companies recruit.

We believe freelancers should never have to pay to apply for jobs and we are proud to have established the first ‘free for freelancer’ platform.

All the major Indies, and Broadcasters use The Talent Manager to search; a growing number of these companies, our Pro Members, also host their own databases on our platform. They use private areas to keep notes of their own freelancers, and others they have cherry picked from across the site.

All our Pro companies share our commitment to professionalising the process of recruiting. They know that knowledge is the key to finding good people. They know that a considered recruitment strategy beats last minute Facebook posts hands down.

We know it's a tough sector for all involved. Indies operate in a fiercely competitive market, often with budget constraints & short commissioning schedules. Freelancers constantly bear the brunt. Knee-jerk recruiting perpetuates the problem, and out mission is to help persuade more companies to adopt a long term approach.

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Whilst The Talent Manager has become known for specialising in more Senior job roles, we welcome all people with industry experience. The only pre-requisite being: a responsible approach. Just as we don't carry jobs from companies not paying the minimum wage, we won't tolerate blanket job applications from applicants who have ignored the specifications.

We are a small team working very hard to provide a good service to both freelancers, and employers. And whilst we have no compunction in saying we are proud of what we have achieved we are always keen to hear from you about how we can improve, develop, learn, and collaborate.

Sarah LeeCreative Director of DV Talent

Sarah has a TV & Talent background so understands staffing needs and can tell you more about the benefits of Company accounts.

Matt BornManaging Director of DV Talent

Matt can help with anything from sponsorships, partnerships, bespoke quotes and more. As Editorial Director he overseas the Talent Manager's content and community strategy.

Alex ConabeareChief Marketing Officer

Alex leads the marketing and commercial strategy at TM. He’s focused on making every interaction you have with TM an outstanding experience.

Anthony BeckfordChief Technology Officer

Anthony looks after the development and technical innovation of The Talent Manager site.

Matt WilliamsCustomer Success Manager

Matt manages all the company renewals and new company business, as well as key partnerships. He knows the market and is the key person you’ll see demonstrating TM’s tools for your company and looking after your account.

Becs HallCommunity & Content Manager

Becs is our in house events and webinar manager. Bringing you all the latest TM news across all our social platforms. Follow us now on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Joe GibbonsCentral Administrative Specialist and Marketing / Events Assistant

In addition to fielding queries from Freelancers and Companies, Joe assists with the planning and organisation of monthly TM events and marketing scheduling.

Valentina AlijaCustomer Support Specialist

Valentina is on hand to answer questions on job postings, applications, subscriptions, account settings and more. She can offer guidance and support to all our freelancers and companies on all things TM.

Phil LindsayDeveloper

Newcastle based Phil has been here from the beginning, troubleshooting & managing functionality.

Robin Weaser Head of Rentals

Robin is Head of Rentals at The Kit Room providing kit for all your production needs.

Chris FisherBookings Coordinator

Chris is your first point of call for equipment bookings and is here to help you through the booking and rental process.

Eric Young Kit Room Technician

Eric is our in house Kit Room Technician, a wealth of technical experience, Eric will be checking & prepping your kit ready for your next shoot.

Harriet HibbertKit Room Technician

Harriet will be the one prepping & fixing your kit hires, she can answer your technical queries.

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