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The RTS has started 2015 with two hugely well-attended events. The inaugural RTS Futures Entry Level Training Fair saw major broadcasters and production companies of all sizes come together to promote their training schemes and work placements.

The day was a big success, with around 400 young people learning more about how to kick-start their working lives in television.

I’d like to thank all the exhibitors, including the BBC, Channel 4, ­Creative Access, Discovery, ITV, ­Latimer, Mama Youth, Media Trust/London360, The Network, Procam, RDF, Roundhouse/Bloomberg, Sara Putt Associates, Betty, FremantleMedia and Warner Bros.

The year’s first early-evening event, “Fixed-rig documentary: the story behind the lens”, gave attendees a unique insight into the exacting process behind the making of shows such as Educating Yorkshire, One Born Every Minute and 24 Hours in A&E.

A big thank you to the panellists and Chair Lorraine Heggessey.

Last year, the RTS awarded 20 bursaries to help support students considering a career in TV production or broadcast journalism.

Applications are now open for this year’s bursaries. The RTS will provide financial assistance to a further 20 students planning to start their courses later in 2015.

The Society is also launching a new initiative, which builds on the success of the original bursary scheme. Five technology bursaries are available to talented students from less affluent homes studying engineering or computer sciences.

The objective is to help address the technology skills gap in our industry. The scheme is being chaired by Simon Pitts, ITV’s Managing Director, Online, Pay TV, Interactive & Technology.

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