Organised by A New Direction
About this event
Our speakers will begin by dissecting the range of podcasts that are classified as Independent. From podcasts with a specific audience focus, podcasts covering 'niche' subjects to podcasts that cover a specific moment in time.
They will talk about what drove them to their subject matter, why they chose their specific approach and the joys and pitfalls of Doing it Yourself.
This session is part of our Freelance Survival Guide series designed for those who want to build the confidence and connections to progress as a freelancer.
About our guest speakers
Nicole Logan (Chair)
Nicole spent her early career working across Television and Theatre for some of the UK’s well-known production companies and networks, before specialising in audio production. Nicole has worked with some of the UK's leading arts institutions including; ATG, BBC 1, ITV, BBC 1Xtra, BBC Sounds, Spotify and Roundhouse London. Breaking down cultural and institutional barriers has always been a part of Nicole’s professional journey and she is currently serving on the boards of diversity and inclusion media charity, Multitrack and Bloomsbury Arts Festival. She is currently Head of Development for multi-award-winning production company Reduced Listening.
Jesse Lawson
A multi-award-winning freelance audio maker, sound designer, and community facilitator. They produced the documentary ‘Unchained’ on BBC Radio 4, about short term prison sentences for women. They were also Senior Producer on ‘VENT Documentaries’, the British Podcast Awards Podcast of the Year 2021. Jesse is the co-founder of Boldface - a Community Interest Company that works with young people to produce audio, art and film.
Website: jesselawson.me
Tatum Swithenback
Presenter, audio producer, and accessibility consultant. They work as a freelance producer with production companies, community radio, and independent podcasts. Tatum’s work explores identity, disability, creativity, and folklore.
Raymond Tannor
Audio Producer and broadcaster skilled in producing, editing and researching. Raymond is the host of Peace of No Mind Podcast in which guests are interviewed to find out what peace of mind means to them and how it's best achieved. The podcast touches on mental health and experiences navigating the world whilst overcoming adversity. Raymond also holds a BSC in Psychology.
- broadcast
- radio
- podcasting
- freelance
- entrepreneur
- audioproduction