Reviews

“An insiders guide without equal, the reality of TV commissioning is laid bare. It reveals so many dirty secrets it could revolutionise the TV industry!” Tom Archer, Controller Factual Production, BBC

“How to get a commission? That’s the Holy Grail of television – and this book marks the end of the quest.” John Lynch, Head of Science, BBC Vision Productions

“The book about TV commissioning that should never have been published.  Reveals too many secrets and too much insider know how.  We could do without the competition.” Attracta McLaughlin, Head of Production, Positive Television.

“Once you have read this succinct book, the only things between you and a commission are… decision-making and a fabulous idea.” Ellen Windemuth, CEO, Off the Fence Productions, Netherlands

“Nicola’s insight and expertise is second-to-none. Full of tips that even the most experienced producer will find useful, this book is going straight onto the required reading list for our students.” Amber Dobinson, Head of Training, Documentary Filmmakers Group

“More information than a year of film school. As soon as I’d read it, I read it again. I didn’t want to miss a single word. I only wish this book had been around when I started in the industry.” Fiona Tudor Price, Chairwoman, Women in Film and Television, South Africa

“Informed, instructive and full of  indispensable tips from an industry insider. Required reading for media hopefuls and seasoned professionals alike” Bill Osgerby, Professor of Media, Culture and
Communications, London Metropolitan University.

“Spending a few hours reading this book now will save you months- even years- of blood, sweat and tears trying to second guess commissioners. Indispensable.” Lina Prestwood, director of content Current TV

“It is stuffed with stories, advice and insight.  At last, an authoritative reference for seasoned producers and TV virgins alike.” Caroline van den Brul, MBE, Former Creativity Leader BBC’

“A lifetime of experience in a day’s read – this book is invaluable.” Mike Loades (TV host, director and compulsive pitcher)

“A masterclass in development.” Virginia Mouseler, Managing Director of The Wit

“Whatever your level of experience, you’ll learn something new.” Thomas Bogner, Producer, Neue Sentimental Film (Austria)

“I spend a good amount of time teaching at the University level, and there is no book like this one…and it’s much needed.” Gary Lico, President/CEO, The Companies of CABLEready, USA

“A must read for everyone working or aspiring to be in the TV industry”. Natasha Wood, ex-BBC Production Manager, Writer, Performer, TV Presenter

“The inside track on TV development from one of the best developers in the business.” Saul Nassé, General Manager and Creative Head, BBC Worldwide Productions, India

“To organize so much information and life experience into a book is outrageous, daunting and insanely inspiring.” Natalia Quintana, Producer / Director, USA

“A great and thorough job of capturing the in and outs of the TV business. A ‘must have’ for the industry.” Fernanda Rossi, story consultant and author of  Trailer Mechanics: A Guide to Making your Documentary Fundraising Demo

“It’s an industry guidebook. And a darn good one.” Elle Tracy, Screenwriter

“Getting that elusive green light really does start here.” Julian D. Hoxter, Assistant Professor of Screenwriting, San Francisco State University