The TP. Props Course has been running for 11 years and has helped hundreds of people start a successful career in the Props Department on features and HETV dramas.
This programme will give you all the information you need to get started as a trainee, information on how to get onto productions and advice on how to do well. Supported, taught and informed by some of the most experienced and established in the industry, it will ensure you have a strong foundation for success.
“I have always sent people looking to start in the industry to this course and then mostly hire trainees who have completed it. It shows initiative and commitment on their part, essential requirements for a new starter. Talking Point has formed the backbone for introductions in the Film and TV industry - they are very much part of the film eco-system.”
Muffin Green, Prop Master (Elden Ring, Hamnet, Paddington in Peru)
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Throughout course we will be looking at:
how the film and tv industries are structured
the role of the Art Department on productions and how props collaborate with different teams
roles and responsibilities of the Props Department
CVs and portfolios
networking opportunities
how to succeed as a Props Trainee (and get asked back!)
how to manage life as a freelancer
This course does not guarantee work in the industry - however, most trainees do go onto work on mid-large scale productions. This is thanks to the support the programme has from the industry.
It has been developed and informed by the leading Prop Masters, Stores and Chargehands in the UK who continue to teach with us and take trainees onto their jobs.
Our trainees have recently been contracted on Laird, Elden Ring, Ebenezer, Harry Potter 2027, The Batman 2, Hamnet, Avengers Doomsday, Wicked and Wuthering Heights.
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This programme runs on Zoom and in person.
There are four zoom sessions for the group. These are currently scheduled for 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd February from 0930 - 1130 (UK)
There is an in-person workshop in Brighton on Saturday 27th February 10:00 - 4:30pm
Participants will also be invited to industry networking events throughout the year and get one to one feedback on CVs.
You need to be able to attend all sessions. We ask that cameras are always kept on during the Zoom sessions.
Course fee is £375 +vat. This course is eligible for ScreenSkills bursaries but please note that these take up to 4 weeks to process, there is no guarantee of obtaining one and we require the fees to be paid in advance of the session. We can arrange a payment plan for successful participants.
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Follow the instructions below to submit your application.
Complete the form with as much detail as possible
Complete and submit the application form by the 9th December 5pm
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview on 16th and 17th December. These will take place on Zoom
Successful applicants will be informed by 21st December
Please only apply if you are able to attend the course.
“If someone makes their way into the industry via Talking Point, you can be assured they will have a solid understanding of the industry and know what is expected of them.”