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The first Welsh independent production companies to receive funding from the Talent Attraction Scheme have been confirmed as Rondo Media, Green Bay Media and Indus. The companies were selected by an expert panel including senior executives from the BBC, ITV and Channel 4.
The initiative will boost the Welsh broadcast sector by providing financial support to recruit senior producers with existing reputation and connections to bring significant network commissions to Wales. They will also provide training and mentoring for the next wave of Welsh senior production talent.
Jointly funded by Skillset and Creative Business Wales through the support of the Welsh Assembly Government, the scheme is being run in partnership with Pact, BBC, ITV and Channel 4.
Iris Prize Awards 2008
Congratulations to Connor Clements, who was awarded the Skillset Sponsored award for the Best UK Short for his film ‘James' at the Iris Prize 2008 awards ceremony held in Cardiff. See The Iris Prize for more details about the festival.