Series Producer Programme
Applications for SPP are now closed.
The deadline for applications was Tuesday 29th April, 12 noon.
The Series Producer Programme is a professional development programme for early-stage Series Producers and experienced Producers based in the Nations and Regions.
- Are you an experienced producer in unscripted TV seeking your first SP credit, or working in your first series producer role?
- Are you based in the Nations & Regions?
Then the seventh edition of the prestigious Series Producer Programme, funded by the ScreenSkills Unscripted TV Skills Fund and delivered by TRC could be for you.
Running from June 2025 to January 2026, the Series Producer Programme is designed to support significantly experienced producers and early-stage Series Producers looking to bridge gaps in their experience. This programme will empower new Series Producers based in the Nations and Regions with the confidence and skills needed to establish themselves and succeed on network production, creating the next generation of showrunners for UK television.
This training programme is funded by the ScreenSkills Unscripted TV Skills Fund which invests in training for the unscripted workforce thanks to contributions from broadcasters, SVoDs and production companies.
The Series Producer Programme delegates will benefit from exclusive access to leading broadcasters and commissioners, in addition to in person and online training sessions, and guidance from an assigned industry mentor.
This is a highly competitive programme, with a total of 12 places available across the Nations and Regions.
The Series Producer Programme is a highly regarded ScreenSkills programme, which will be delivered by TRC.
The Series Producer Programme aims to develop the skills and confidence of the participating Series Producers based in the Nations & Regions, enabling them to successfully establish themselves as they step into their first role as an SP.
The Series Producer Programme is a training programme for experienced unscripted TV professionals who:
- Have significant experience as a television producer, or be working in their first role as an SP.
- Are based in the Nations and Regions (those based in London or the South East are not eligible).
If you have any questions regarding the criteria or exceed the stated criteria but still feel the programme would be beneficial to you, please email projectmanager@trcmedia.org
We always welcome applications from under-represented groups, including, but not limited to: those from Minority Ethnic Groups; people with a disability; people from the LGBTQ+ community and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
There is a fee of £900 associated with the course. You may be eligible for a bursary, for more information please contact the project manager: projectmanager@trcmedia.org
For the in-person training sessions, accommodation will be provided where required. In addition, a travel expenses bursary will be available to all successful applicants.
We are happy to accept applications in any way that is accessible for you. For example, you can apply using a written, video or audio response. If you wish to submit this application in an alternative format, please contact projecmanager@trcmedia.org for further guidance.
Key dates
Application deadline – 23rd April 2025
Online interviews – w/c 12th May 2025
All applicants informed of the outcome of their application no later than – w/c 26th May 2025
Training dates
Session 1: June 17th to 19 in Glasgow
Session 2: Getting the most out of Edinburgh TV Festival, online session – early August date TBC
Cohort attends Edinburgh International TV Festival: Aug 19th to 22nd
In person and online sessions will continue between September – January 2026.
Following an online Introduction Session, the programme officially launches in Glasgow in June for a packed three days of in-person sessions.
Attendance at these sessions is not optional, please do not apply if you are not available to travel to Glasgow on these dates.
The course fee is £900
You may be eligible for a bursary. We encourage applicants to explore all potential sources for local funding – screen agencies, local authority funding etc. The Series Producer Programme is an extremely competitive programme and production companies are aware of this. Previous delegates have had their place sponsored by their company or a company they have worked for in the past.
If local funding is not available, we will look at your case for bursary support. If you require a contribution towards your delegate fee please note this on your Application Form in Q1 – Eligibility, under “further details”. For more information please contact the project manager: projectmanager@trcmedia.org
Accommodation will be provided, where required, for the in person training sessions due to take place across the Nations & Regions.
A travel expense bursary is available.
The overall aim of the Series Producer Programme is to develop the skills and confidence of the participants enabling them to build successful and sustainable careers as sought after series producers or showrunners based in the Nations & Regions.
As well as gaining exclusive access to leading broadcasters and commissioners, delegates will receive training on a variety of topics including: Creativity, Production, Business, Personal Style Leadership skills through a series of:
- In person Training Sessions held in National/Regional hubs depending on the make up of the cohort
- Online Training Sessions
- Online Masterclasses/ Workshops/ Case Studies from senior production/ broadcast personnel
- Exceptional access to leading Commissioners
- Increased industry knowledge, network and profile
Participants of the Series Producer programme will also benefit from:
- FREE Festival pass to attend the Edinburgh International TV Festival
- An assigned Industry Mentor (an experienced and trusted advisor for six months following the programme).
To apply, please fill out this application form by Wednesday 23rd April.
Alongside this application form, applicants are also required to upload (Word doc or PDF) their CV and a short written statement of support from a previous employer/referee.
May 2025 Shortlisting of applications / Online Interviews
End of May Successful applicants confirmed
June Programme begins
Caroline O'Neill
“The Series Producer Programme was an integral part of my personal growth as someone from an underrepresented group preparing to step up. Not only did it provide me with a vital toolkit and senior industry connections, but it also gave me a group of friends to check in with from everything to salary expectations to work advice, a cheerleading squad and everything in between. The Series Producer Programme was the best thing I’ve ever done in my career.”
Stephanie Wessell
“This programme has been invaluable. It’s top class training, contacts, mentoring and continuing support have given me the tools and confidence to steer a new and complicated six-part documentary series to successful delivery – in one of my first SP roles. When I began the course I was a PD with decades of experience but still feeling overlooked: by the end I was on the radar of international employers and in a job I love. It has given my career an immense boost, and lots of gifted and generous industry friends. Apply!”
Claire Judge
“The Series Producer 2020 programme was a lifeline during uncertain times for the industry. It not only equipped me with skills and confidence to reach the next rung in my career ladder, but also introduced me to a group of peers with whom I am still regularly still in touch with and who provide regular support, advice and laughs. It gave me faith in my industry again.”
Jude McCaffrey
“I’d strongly encourage anyone from the regions to apply for this programme. You’ll find yourself in a readymade community of peers who are on hand for support, advice and candid conversations. It’s incredible to be amongst uniquely talented producers drawn from all sorts of backgrounds and genres – a cohort whose connection reaches far beyond the course itself. “
