IBC Talent Programme

Empowering the Future: IBC Launches Initiative to Drive Talent Development and Industry Growth

Following extensive research, IBC is committed to supporting the media and broadcast industry by fostering skills development, talent growth, and career advancement. Recognizing the importance of attracting and retaining a diverse workforce, IBC launched a series of dedicated sessions focused on empowering professionals and addressing key skills needs within the industry.

In collaboration with key stakeholders, partners, and the IBC owners, these free-to-attend sessions explored the benefits of partnerships and mentoring, shared best practices for promoting the industry to the next generation, and discussed strategies to enhance engagement across all levels. Read Press Release

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IBC Networking Breakfast

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The Talent Programme kicked off with a networking breakfast and welcome from Tamar Shoham, CTO of Beamr. This event welcomed everyone from the entire industry to connect – whether you’re at the start of your career, at a transitional point or if you’re an organisation looking to meet with the next best talent.

Monday 16 September, 09:30 – 10:15

Showcase Theatre

Moderated by Omar Mehtab

Omar Mehtab is a multimedia journalist and presenter with a dynamic personality and great knowledge of the industry.

Mehtab has a rich background from the BBC’s acclaimed technology show Click and a career spanning major programmes such as Panorama, The Travel Show, Victoria Derbyshire, Trending, News at Six & Ten, Asian Network News, and the RTS Television Magazine.

Pictures for the People

On Monday, September 16th, Pictures for People captured the essence of our Talent Programme by filming throughout the day, showcasing the dynamic atmosphere and the impactful sessions designed to nurture essential skills in the media and broadcast industry.

Pictures for People is a unique production company with a powerful mission: they recruit unemployed and disadvantaged young people, providing them with hands-on experience in creating high-quality content across various formats, from commercials to live streams. By collaborating with IBC2024, they helped us shine a light on the future talent that will drive our industry forward.