TRAINING VIDEOS

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Here you will learn first hand what it takes to produce a show and the roles needed to make it happen.

Training We Offer

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Camera Operator

A look through the lens into the world of camera operating.

Broadcast Engineer

Learn how to operate, maintain, update and repair the hardware and systems used for broadcasting across television and online.

Director

See what it takes to be a live TV director on a multi camera show.

Lighting Director

Gain an understanding of how lighting is designed and managed on a multi camera TV production.

Streaming Engineer

An insightful look into the world of a Streaming Engineer and what this would involve at one of the biggest streaming platforms.

Sound Engineer

Find out what it takes to work in the sound department in the world of TV.

Runner

How to start your journey in the world of broadcasting with a look at why the role of Runner is so pivotal to the learning journey of being in the industry.

Producer

All the information you require on how to be a top Producer within the industry and the key steps on how to get there. An insightful look at how daily news can shape your day and how to utilise that to get the next big interview.

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Crew Credits

Jan Genesis

Multi-Camera Director

Favourite thing you've worked on?

Birmingham Commonwealth Games Closing Ceremony 2022
Favourite film?

Coach Carter
What do you love about working in broadcasting?

The ability to bring a dream or idea to life and have it seen by millions of people.
Who's the best celebrity you've met?

I don’t have a best celebrity although I thoroughly enjoyed working with Usher and his team. His energy and professionalism was superb!

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Gemma Partridge

TV Camera Woman

Favourite thing you've worked on?

MTV Placebo Unplugged Special
Favourite film?

Any by Angela Schanlec
What do you love about working in broadcasting?

The people and the variety
Who's the best celebrity you've met?

Tom Cruise

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Mah Hawa kamara

Development

Favourite thing you've worked on?

What Would You Do - Netflix youtube
Favourite film?

Equaliser
What do you love about working in broadcasting?

I love being on the different sets for various shows I’ve seen on the tv.
Who's the best celebrity you've met?

Letitia Wright

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Ed Brown

Broadcast Engineer

Favourite thing you've worked on?

World Cup in Brazil 2022
Favourite film?

Trading Places
What do you love about working in broadcasting?

I love the flexibility it gives me to be able to spend time with my family
Who's the best celebrity you've met?

I meet Ian Wright in the studio. I am a diehard Arsenal fan so I was a little starstruck

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David Bishop

Lighting Director

Favourite thing you've worked on?

The Jump
Favourite film?

Moulin Rouge
What do you love about working in broadcasting?

That every day is different
Who's the best celebrity you've met?

That’s too dangerous a question to answer!

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Our impact

Disabled employees make up 9% of workers at an all-employee level and 8% of senior managers, compared with 21% of the UK working age population.

2022

Ofcom- Equity, diversity and inclusion in television and radio: 2021-22

75% of schools in the UK have insufficient, limited or no funding for further careers learning.

2022

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Representation of minority ethnic groups remains below benchmarks for the major cities in which a number of broadcasters have a strong presence (e.g. London at 37% and Manchester at 28%).

2022

Ofcom- Equity, diversity and inclusion in television and radio: 2021-22

Thanks to the Verified Crew - CRA's approved crew can actively make a difference in helping with all aspects of underrepresentation.

Our 'Intro into broadcasting' e-learning video is currently in 1300 schools across the UK showing students the various roles available to them in the industry.

Crew Room Academy are in the process of setting up offices in London ,Manchester and Leeds.

New offices opening in 2023.

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Success stories

I had the most incredible experience at the Television Centre on the This Morning set shadowing the Camera Operators and Tech Assistants this week. I was lucky enough to be introduced to so many talented staff and freelancers working regularly for ITV Daytime, who were all incredibly friendly, supportive and, generous with their time offering me so much advice and sharing their industry knowledge with me. This opportunity has enabled me to develop new skills and gain a more solid understanding of professional production practices within a live programme like This Morning. I could not be more grateful to every member of the crew who took the time to chat to me, answer my questions and teach me something new. And, to James and Errol, the founders of Crew Room Academy for making it happen.

Charlie Bayley

My first Job in broadcasting was at Talk Tv on the PMU show, thanks to the Crew Room Academy getting me my foot in the door. I learnt an amazing set of skills which I’ll never forget, I have gone from strength to strength and I’m currently working in Creative Development for an independent production company. Massive shout out to CRA as without your assistance I don’t what line of work I’d be in. I’ve since had the fantastic opportunity of working with various companies such as Netflix, Channel 4 and more.

Mah Hawa Kamara