Two 30-minute talks from Margate’s industry experts, exploring avenues into the film & TV industry, script writing and working with the TV distributors.
Part of MFF25 Industry Day: Want to work in film or TV? Hear from the people who actually do it. Across a full day of talks and panels, industry professionals share honest insights into their careers—the challenges, the breakthroughs, and the skills that got them there. From costume designers to BAFTA-winning writers, you’ll get straight answers about breaking into the industry and plenty of chances to ask your own questions.
2–2.30pm: Breaking Into the Industry with Olivia Maiden
What’s it like to step behind the camera? Actor-turned-film producer Olivia Maiden shares her journey from performing in 20+ films to writing and directing her own work. Discover how she founded Dream Hive Films at fourteen and why she’s passionate about amplifying unheard voices on screen.
2.30–3pm: Writing For TV with Karen Cogan
BAFTA-winning writer Karen Cogan (Bad Sisters, Holding) shares her journey from stage to some of TV’s biggest shows. Discover what it’s like in the writers’ room, how to break into TV writing, and the craft behind adapting novels and creating original dramas for Apple TV+, BBC, and ITV.