Production companies from across the region to Tyneside Cinema in early February for a briefing event delivered in partnership with BBC Daytime.
The session gave North East producers the opportunity to hear directly from commissioners about the BBC’s current call for three VT inserts for The One Show, offering regional companies the chance to develop short‑form factual content for one of the UK’s most recognisable television programmes.
Those attending heard from Helen Munson, Commissioning Editor for BBC Daytime, who is based in the region, and fellow Commissioning Editor Alex McLeod, and The One Show Executive Producer Claire Megahey. They provided insight and gave an inside view of the programme, what they are looking for creatively, and what makes a strong pitch for The One Show.
One‑to‑one meetings with the commissioning team, providing a valuable opportunity to ask questions and gain a clearer understanding of the brief.
“Bringing commissioners and opportunities like this to the region makes the commissioning process more accessible. It allows companies to build relationships and confidence, and creates clearer pathways for North East businesses to compete for national opportunities,”
Lisa Laws, Development Director, North East Screen
Linear commissions from the North East have quadrupled since 2022, helping elevate regional companies and enabling them to secure better contracts. As North East Screen continues to drive growth across the sector, creating direct access to broadcasters is vital to ensuring regional talent and stories remain visible on national platforms.
