People Power: Strengthening the UK’s Screen Workforce
Conference

People Power: Strengthening the UK’s Screen Workforce

Monday, Dec 8, 2025
1:30 PM - 2:10 PM
Theatre 1
English
About
One of the key strengths of the UK’s screen industries is its experienced and professional workforce. Since the need to address capacity and other challenges was raised a few years ago, what progress has been made? This panel will explore how the workforce is being future-proofed to maintain the UK’s global reputation for excellence. From regional skills development to national initiatives addressing training, retention and well-being, the discussion will focus on the human factors that underpin the industry. Panellists will consider the challenges, opportunities and strategies to ensure the UK screen workforce remains resilient, adaptable and competitive in a rapidly changing landscape, and continue to meet the needs of both domestic and international producers.
In association with Olsberg SPI
 

Speakers

Cheryl Conway

Head of Screen CommissionScreen Scotland

Allison Dowzell

Managing DirectorScreen Alliance Wales

Sara Whybrew

Director of Skills and Workforce DevelopmentBFI

Moderators

Nneka Luke

ConsultantOlsberg SPI