A new initiative has been launched aiming to attract fresh media
talent to Wales and boost TV production, supported by the Welsh
Assembly Government.
Independent production companies are being offered funding to
hire senior producers for 3 years through the Production
Talent Scheme for Wales.
The programme aims to make Wales a major provider of Network
output, both nationally and internationally, by giving financial
support to recruit senior production talent to increase
production.
The initiative is being supported by Creative Business Wales, a
division of the Welsh Assembly Government.
“Wales is a significant player in the creative industries,
producing world class content seen by audiences around the globe.”
said Ieuan Wyn Jones, Deputy First Minister and Minister for
Economic Development.
“The success of shows such as Dr Who and Torchwood show that
Wales has the talent base and facilities to attract top TV
productions. However, we need to go further and ensure the
independent sector is also given the right support to thrive. We
want to see our independent production companies continue to grow
and secure further commissions. This scheme will help develop the
talent base to achieve this.”
The scheme is being run by Skillset Cymru, the sector skills
council for Creative Media, and is being supported by Channel 4,
ITV and the BBC.
ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible for the scheme, an independent production company
must have been fully operational for 3 years, with at least
3 broadcast credits and a head office based in Wales.
FURTHER INFORMATION
For more information about the Production Talent Scheme,
please visit: www.skillset.org/uk/cymru
For more information about Creative Business Wales,
please visit: www.ibwales.com/server.php?show=nav.4308