07 Production Management For Television - With Hilary Weston Jones

In this episode we take an insightful look at the vital role of
the Production Manager, a role in TV and film production that's
literally at the heart of everything that goes on.


As well as looking at the logistical and creative aspects of the
role, we take a look at the art of negotiation with our guest,
and also tips on keeping your cool when just about everything is
going wrong!



Hilary Weston Jones is a well-respected name in Production
Management in the UK, with over 24 years as a Television
Production Manager to her name.


She's worked across a variety of genres; including factual,
reality, documentary, children’s and drama – with credits
including Countryfile and Trawlermen for the BBC, and Big Brother
for Channel 4.


Hilary currently resides as the Production Manager at Parkside
MediaHouse, which is the studio facility based within Birmingham
City University.


 


 


MORE INFORMATION:


For more information on this episode, and to view accompanying
images and videos, visit the episode web page at:
https://www.slinkyproductions.co.uk/backlight/07-production-management-television-hilary-weston-jones/


 


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Backlight is a podcast for marketing people, video and film
producers, and anyone who has an interest in applying media and
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Each episode brings you a one-to-one interview with an industry
expert from a variety of media, marketing and video production
topics - to help you explore how to enrich your video content,
and how to maximise distribution channels and audience reach.


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