Career development Page 6
BCG Pro Sessions video: Julia McKenzie
- Sunday 28th March 2021
A video recording of our BCG Pro Sessions Q&A with Julia McKenzie, the Creative Director for BBC Studios Audio. She explains the commissioning process for new ideas, ways writers can develop, and more.
Stand-up and HIGNFY writer Kevin Day, on turning comedy into your day job
- Thursday 4th March 2021
Kevin Day on HIGNFY's gag rate, the modern ways to make an impact, and how just talking the talk can make a big difference.
BCG Pro Sessions video: Bill Dare
- Sunday 14th February 2021
Top writer and producer Bill Dare joined us for our first ever BCG Pro Sessions interview. If you missed it, you can catch up via this recording.
The Comedian's Toolkit: What it takes to stay ahead of the game
- Wednesday 10th February 2021
There are various aspects that you're expected to be on top of when you're a comedian - from marketing to funding. What part of the puzzle are you missing? We have a look at some essentials.
Lou Sanders on forging a career in comedy
- Tuesday 2nd February 2021
Lou Sanders - who is currently co-hosting Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable - offers advice for anyone thinking of taking a leap into comedy, and shares her philosophy for life and the creative process.
The Secret Reviewer #23: Get the Picture
- Monday 1st February 2021
Every month our clandestine critic reveals the murky truths behind that infamous trade, and live comedy generally. This month: It's never too early to get prepped for self-promotion.
Comedians: how to start and grow your Patreon page
- Sunday 31st January 2021
Patreon can be a great way for comedians to make money. We talk through how to successfully launch a Patreon account.
Juggling comedy writing with a paid job
- Thursday 28th January 2021
Thinking about trying to juggle a part-time or full-time job with a career in comedy writing? We take a look at the options you have, and offer up some tips for getting the balance right.
The awkward bits of working with an agent
- Tuesday 26th January 2021
To get some insight on the positives and negatives of having an agent, we asked an established writer-performer to tell us about their experiences of working with their agent.
Mother's Best Child talk about how they turned their passion into a business
- Friday 24th July 2020
Guy Davidson and Dan Clarke have become well-known for creating online sketches for broadcasters. In this insight-packed interview they explain how their passion for comedy led them to forming the production company Mother's Best Child, and the lessons they've learnt along the way.