About Talking Point:

Talking Point is a UK skills organisation offering training and mentoring for people looking to create a successful career in Film and Television drama.

Our industry specialists share their extensive knowledge, offer practical support and guidance to help you move forward. 

Whether you’re getting started, retraining or ready to move up a grade, we offer honest, real-world insight that makes the industry more accessible and less overwhelming.

Our team & trainers:

  • Founder

    Helen’s background in feature film production and skills development means she knows exactly where people can feel stuck—and what is needed to help. By working closely with studios, streamers, and freelancers, she focuses on creating training and opportunities that work for individuals and for industry and make a real difference.

    She’s used her own experience to build a community where people can ask questions, share knowledge, and feel supported along the way.

    It’s a tough industry, and nothing’s guaranteed—but Talking Point is about making things feel a bit more manageable. With the right information and support, freelancers can feel more confident navigating their next steps and enjoy their work!

    Together, we can grow and strengthen the workforce and hopefully leave the industry in a better place than we found it.

  • Patrick Rolfe, Production Designer

    Nick Gottschalk, Supervising Art Director

    Rod McLean, Senior Art Director

    Matilda Eldon McCaig, Asst Set Decorator

    Kathryn Pyle, Set Decorator

    Maud Fleminger Thomson, Asst Buyer

    Jocelyn Puddaphatt, Asst Buyer

    Ben Johnson, Prop Master

    Muffin Green, Prop Master

    Quentin Davies, Stores

    Emily Britton, Stores

    Felix Beard, Chargehand

    Alice Felton, Set Decorator

    Sarah Greenwood, Production Designer

    Katie Spencer, Set Decorator

    Kathy Heaser, Lead Graphic Designer

    These are some of the tutors we work with regularly on our courses. They are schedule dependant and can not be guaranteed.

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From first steps to established professionals, we help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

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