More than 150 organisations and individuals unite to create common framework

More than 150 organisations and individuals across the UK screen industries have come together to develop The Screen Industries Skills Plan, convened by ScreenSkills.  

The plan is an industry-led strategic framework that examines workforce priorities, greater collaboration and practical actions around common challenges. It also considers how better coordination, transferable skills and clearer pathways can help support the many skilled professionals currently seeking work across the industry.  

ScreenSkills have invited contributions from employers, broadcasters, streamers, production companies, independent producers, freelancers, industry bodies, training providers and education partners.  

The plan’s development has been guided by a steering group co-chaired by Jane Muirhead, managing director of Raise the Roof Productions and chair of Pact, and Mel Sullivan, chief executive officer of Framestore alongside five specialist working groups.  

“Bringing together voices from across the industry on this scale gives us an opportunity to identify where we can work better together, build on what is already working and turn that collective expertise into practical action,” said Muirhead.  

“The Screen Industries Skills Plan is about creating a more coordinated approach that supports people across the workforce and ensures our sector has the skills it needs to continue to thrive.” 

ScreenSkills’ executive chair Lisa Opie encouraged organisations to engage with the plan as it developed and to “continue working together to build the skilled, inclusive workforce our industry needs in the future”.