In this hands on masterclass, Dan Jackson-Alvarez, Head of Production with two decades of experience at ITV, the BBC and leading independent companies, reveals how to take a project smoothly from first idea to final delivery.

Dan shares how to build airtight schedules, manage people and resources, keep projects legally safe and ensure every production runs to time and budget. With practical tools, proven workflows and real world examples, this session is packed with techniques you can apply immediately.

You will learn how to

• Work closely with editorial teams to shape projects from the start
• Plan timelines, schedules and deliverables for any format or genre
• Assess and manage resources across people, budgets, equipment and locations
• Recruit and allocate roles effectively using the RACI Matrix
• Manage contracts, insurance, rights and compliance checks with confidence
• Anticipate risks, complete safety assessments and secure contributor consent
• Wrap up projects with evaluation, documentation and future proofed rights management

Key Takeaways

• Frameworks for planning and delivering productions on time and within budget
• Strategies for recruiting and managing teams effectively
• Legal and compliance knowledge every production manager needs
• Methods for identifying and solving problems early
• Steps for reviewing projects to make future productions even better creative voices effectively.
• This session gives you the complete toolkit for confident, efficient and successful production management.

This podcast is brought to you by Audiotrain, AudioUK’s training platform for the UK podcasting and audio industry. Built around Creative, Business, and Technical skills, every session is led by top professionals and packed with practical insights. Funded by the BBC, Audiotrain is helping close skills gaps and grow the next generation of creators. Access the platform at audiotrain.co.uk.

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