In episode 7, we explore new research from ScreenSkills and 4Skills, conducted by Ampere Analysis, on the size and profile of the UK screen workforce. We hear from those involved in the study about how the findings will guide future policy, investment and decision-making.

We also speak to Sophie Morgan and Sarah Lazenby, the team behind Channel 4’s Fight to Fly, about the importance of accessibility and representation in television — both on and off screen.

Plus, we introduce Who Am I, a new segment spotlighting the people behind ScreenSkills. First up: bursaries programme manager Fergal McBride on how ScreenSkills bursaries help remove financial barriers to career progression.

Episode credits

This has been a ScreenSkills podcast in partnership with the Adobe Foundation hosted by Matthew Walsh and Carley Bowman. It was produced and edited by Gabby Sharrock with guest-booking by Faith Falayi and marketing by Natalie Tandoh. The design and imagery was created by Gabby Sharrock.