The role of a Commissioning Editor was placed firmly under the student spotlight during Channel 4’s visit to 51, Newcastle.
Media students were given the opportunity to put their questions directly to Channel 4’s Commissioning Editor Drama, Lee Mason, as part of the University’s continued drive to connect students with industry.
“Channel 4 has always been the most progressive of our national broadcasters, we want our students to be progressive too. It seems like a perfect partnership which we hope to nurture over the coming years."
“We could really tell he was interested in the students and new talent, something that is really encouraging for students to hear.”
Northumbria students have access to a wide range of industry insiders. The department of media and communication design has recently hosted visits from international award-winning graphic designer, John Dowling of global agency, Mucho, and ITV’s Mark Bickerton, who has worked on some of Emmerdale and Coronation Street’s biggest storylines.
Lee Mason, Commissioning Editor Drama, Channel 4, said: “I was so encouraged by the enthusiasm of the students. It was great to hear how much they already know and how engaged they are with an evolving global television industry, which will put them all in good stead for careers in the future.”
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