Testimonials
Lorraine Kelly – TV Presenter
Having worked with Julian on numerous productions, I can testify that he’s not only a joy to work with but he’s organised, utterly professional and able to think on his feet. He’s cool under pressure and full of passion for the projects he undertakes. Above all he’s a grafter who knows that the harder you work in TV - strangely the luckier you get! He has buckets of common sense and is full of practical advice. When you combine that with his creative flair you have an incredible combination. Listen to this man!
Mark O’Shea – Wildlife TV Presenter
Having had the pleasure of flying all over the world with Julian making wildlife programmes for Channel 4 and Animal Planet, I’m not surprised this book is full of amusing anecdotes and illuminating insights about how to make it in TV. There’s never a dull moment when Julian is around, and he’s just as funny in print as he is person. I remember once, filming in the forest at night in Indonesia, he fell down a cliff-face whilst carrying a hurricane lantern, bouncing off every rock with his body to prevent the lantern being broken. All we could see was a light tumbling over and over, and getting further away in the darkness. Then it stopped and Julian called out "I'm okay" - then he dropped the lantern and the light went out!
Mick McAvoy – TV Executive
Julian has amazing knowledge of TV production. I learned a huge amount from him, from research skills all the way through to directing. He’s an inspirational teacher, full of tips and advice for potential TV recruits and experienced directors alike. I will always be in his debt for what he taught me. It has become the bedrock my career has been built on. This book can do the same for you.
Bob Ottaway - Former TV Director of Operations.
When I worked with Julian he was heavily involved in training students who had no TV experience whatsoever. Julian did a fantastic job teaching them television skills. It got to the point where these trainee researchers, production coordinators, sound recordists and cameramen were doing real jobs on network programmes. And they did them well. Many are now thriving in the industry and owe a great debt of gratitude to Julian. Whether you want to work in TV or you’re an established TV professional, I can thoroughly recommend Julian’s advice.
John Redshaw - TV Series Producer
Julian gives those he trains vast knowledge and essential skills. Today, roles in factual programming are becoming increasingly blurred. Those who continue to be successful are people who are able to multi-skill. They can find the best contributors, set up a shoot and then film them all on their own. Julian shows you how to do all that – and more. It would be easy to cram years of industry experience into a dull book. Julian has succeeded in conveying lots of advice and crucial tips in an entertaining read. If you want to understand the principles of television production from someone who will inform and inspire you – buy this book.
Having worked with Julian on numerous productions, I can testify that he’s not only a joy to work with but he’s organised, utterly professional and able to think on his feet. He’s cool under pressure and full of passion for the projects he undertakes. Above all he’s a grafter who knows that the harder you work in TV - strangely the luckier you get! He has buckets of common sense and is full of practical advice. When you combine that with his creative flair you have an incredible combination. Listen to this man!
Mark O’Shea – Wildlife TV Presenter
Having had the pleasure of flying all over the world with Julian making wildlife programmes for Channel 4 and Animal Planet, I’m not surprised this book is full of amusing anecdotes and illuminating insights about how to make it in TV. There’s never a dull moment when Julian is around, and he’s just as funny in print as he is person. I remember once, filming in the forest at night in Indonesia, he fell down a cliff-face whilst carrying a hurricane lantern, bouncing off every rock with his body to prevent the lantern being broken. All we could see was a light tumbling over and over, and getting further away in the darkness. Then it stopped and Julian called out "I'm okay" - then he dropped the lantern and the light went out!
Mick McAvoy – TV Executive
Julian has amazing knowledge of TV production. I learned a huge amount from him, from research skills all the way through to directing. He’s an inspirational teacher, full of tips and advice for potential TV recruits and experienced directors alike. I will always be in his debt for what he taught me. It has become the bedrock my career has been built on. This book can do the same for you.
Bob Ottaway - Former TV Director of Operations.
When I worked with Julian he was heavily involved in training students who had no TV experience whatsoever. Julian did a fantastic job teaching them television skills. It got to the point where these trainee researchers, production coordinators, sound recordists and cameramen were doing real jobs on network programmes. And they did them well. Many are now thriving in the industry and owe a great debt of gratitude to Julian. Whether you want to work in TV or you’re an established TV professional, I can thoroughly recommend Julian’s advice.
John Redshaw - TV Series Producer
Julian gives those he trains vast knowledge and essential skills. Today, roles in factual programming are becoming increasingly blurred. Those who continue to be successful are people who are able to multi-skill. They can find the best contributors, set up a shoot and then film them all on their own. Julian shows you how to do all that – and more. It would be easy to cram years of industry experience into a dull book. Julian has succeeded in conveying lots of advice and crucial tips in an entertaining read. If you want to understand the principles of television production from someone who will inform and inspire you – buy this book.