BBC Academy Live

We’re still buzzing from Production Unlocked in Digbeth, Birmingham 🔥🎬 A full day packed with insight, real talk, and serious industry energy. From a headline conversation with Patrick Holland on what makes content unmissable, to breaking down the BBC’s YouTube-first strategy for the next generation, to deep dives into high-end drama, skills gaps in the Midlands, and the rise of visualised podcasting 🎙️ We covered: 🎭 Building global hit dramas 📺 Creating for YouTube-first audiences 📍 The real opportunities (and gaps) in the Midlands 🎙️ Turning podcasts into must-watch content 🚀 What it really takes to go from pitch to production Huge thanks to our hosts, speakers, and everyone who showed up, in the room and online. The conversations, the questions, the ambition, it’s clear the Midlands isn’t just part of the industry, it’s shaping what comes next. #ProductionUnlocked Patrick Banijay Entertainment Banijay UK The Old Library Digbeth Zellig Building Nikki Fred Adam World Productions LTD Martin Production Central WM Emma Shine TV Geoff Channel 4 Hugh Kashif Perminder Anna #BBCAcademyLive #WestMidlands #Birmingham #FutureOfMedia

London creatives… you really turned it OUT 🔥 Who made it to the very first #BBCAcademyLive: Future of Podcast? Quick rewind to a day packed with big ideas, honest conversations, and serious energy – live from London 🎙️ We: 🎥 Explored the shift to video-first podcasting 🤖 Got into AI and what it actually means for creators right now 📈 Broke down audience growth and building loyal communities 🧠 Looked ahead at where podcasting is heading next And with over 1,000 of you joining online… yeah, the momentum is real. Huge shoutout to our host Swarzy and all the speakers bringing insight, honesty, and proper future thinking 💥Were you there? Drop a 👋 and tag someone you met. #BBCAcademyLive #BBCFutureOfPodcast Kuljinder Mark Sukhi Jana Jane Naseem Swarzy Marianna Em Nicky Jonny Steve Talia Whitney Dino Louise Suzy Stevie Isaac Richard Chris Courtney Hannah Hannah BBC BBC Studios Goalhanger Sony Music Entertainment Platform Media Persephonica Spotify Podimo FLIGHTSTORY Bauer Media Group Crossed Wires Festival AudioUK Radiodays Europe Underbelly Limited To My Sisters  #PodcastIndustry #CreativeCommunity

🎧 The future of podcasting is here! Reserve your spot now for BBC Academy Live presents, The Future of Podcast. Join us on 22 April in London for a brand-new event exploring what’s next in audio. From ethical AI to global growth trends, hear from leading voices shaping the industry. Whether you’re a creator, producer or just passionate about audio, this is where the future unfolds. 🎟️ Book your place or sign up for the livestream 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eYhs5pyF #BBCAcademyLive #FutureOfPodcast #Podcasting #AudioInnovation #CreativeCareers

We had an incredible day delivering BBC Academy Live Presents: BBC Verify on Tour in partnership with the University of Strathclyde, giving young people the essential skills to navigate today’s fast-moving media landscape. 🎥✨ Huge thanks to our host, speakers, trainers, the team and everyone who joined us in the room and online. Here’s to inspiring the next generation of journalists, content creators and storytellers. 🙌 #BBCAcademyLive #BBCVerifyonTour Kuljinder Gurdip Naseem Sukhi Shirley Laura Kirsten Fiona Sarah #MediaLiteracy #UniversityOfStrathclyde #ContentCreation

Bristol creatives… you SHOWED UP 🔥 Who was in the room for #ProductionUnlocked? Quick throwback to a full day of skills, real industry insight, and even better connections - live from BBC Studios, Bristol 🎬 We: 👀 Looked back at the start of your TV career with RTS Futures 🎭 Explored bringing real life to screen through drama 🦁 Dived into genre blending in natural history (and what audiences are watching right now) 🥂 Wrapped up with a networking session alongside key organisations across the region 🤝 Were you there? Drop a 👋 below! Missed it? We're in Birmingham next on 12 March 2026! 👀 #BBCAcademyLive BBC Writers BBC Studios Robert Plimsoll Wildstar Films Anita Films at 59 Stacey Rebecca Ryan Laurence ScreenSkills Jacqui Kuljinder Gurdip Sukhi Jane #BristolCreatives #ScreenSkills #RTSFutures

You may have heard about, or seen content online from BBC Verify on Tour, but what actually is it? 👀 BBC Academy Live presents BBC Verify on Tour: a nationwide initiative delivered in-person and online for schools, colleges and sixth forms across the UK. It’s all about giving young people the skills to navigate today’s digital media world, from spotting misinformation to understanding how journalism really works. Delivered with universities and the BBC Verify team, each event features expert-led interactive workshops, plus live online sessions with journalists, fact-checkers and digital creators from across the BBC. 🎙️🎥 Want to join us? 🔗 Register now via https://lnkd.in/eSg5EprM. We’d love to see you there. ✨ #BBCAcademyLive #BBCVerifyOnTour #MediaLiteracy #DigitalSkills #MediaCareers Naseem Jemimah Paul Lucy Kuljinder Merlyn

🎬 Got your tickets yet? Join us in-person or online for an unmissable day of free masterclasses, panel discussions and expert industry advice. Taking place on Wednesday 11th February at BBC Studios Bridgewater House in Bristol, the programme of sessions cover television craft, natural history programming, plus writing and directing drama. A fantastic opportunity for the regional production community to learn, connect and be inspired. See you there! 🔗 Book your tickets (link in comments below) #ProductionUnlocked #BBCacademyLive #VisitBristol #BristolEvents BBC Studios

🎥✨ What an incredible day delivering BBC Academy Live Presents: BBC Verify On Tour, live from Swansea in partnership with Swansea University / Prifysgol Abertawe! 💬 “I didn’t realise how much goes into verifying news.” 💬 “This made working in media feel achievable.” 💬 “The careers panel was inspiring.” We had the privilege of working with brilliant young people, equipping them with essential skills to navigate today’s fast-moving media landscape, from spotting misinformation and understanding investigative journalism, to exploring real-world media careers. Huge thanks to our inspiring host Luke Davies, speakers, trainers and everyone who joined us both in-person and online. The energy, curiosity and creativity in the room was next-level 🙌 #BBCAcademyLive #BBCVerifyOnTour #MediaLiteracy #SwanseaUniversity #DigitalSkills Luke Megan Paul John Beth Sophie Sian Lucy Kuljinder Naseem Sukhi Shirley Amrit Samuel Nicole BBC Cymru Wales Carys Evans Chloe Alicia

We took BBC Academy Live Presents: BBC Verify on Tour to the University of Lancashire, giving young people the tools to thrive in today’s fast-moving media landscape. Attendees said it best: “Packed with insight.” “Exactly what I needed for my career.” “Inspiring from start to finish.” Nearly 200 students from colleges and sixth forms across Lancashire joined us for a full day of: 🎬 Hands-on workshops 🎙 Masterclasses 📝 Real-world storytelling and production advice We explored how to turn standout ideas into powerful stories, and what it actually looks like to work in this industry right now – open, honest and rooted in real experience. Hosted by BBC North West Reporter Molly Brewer, with expert sessions from BBC Academy teams and University staff who brought real-world insight into every room. Huge thank you to everyone who joined us – the energy, curiosity and ambition were off the charts. Shout-out to: Burnley College, Runshaw College, Kendal College, Blackpool Sixth Form College, Cardinal Newman College Preston and The Sixth Form Bolton, our fantastic speakers, attendees, University team and the Academy team! 👏 👉 Follow us here and Instagram @bbcacademylive to stay updated on future events. #BBCAcademyLive #BBCVerifyOnTour #MediaLiteracy #UniversityOfLancashire #DigitalSkills #BBCTraining