by Lloyd Paterson | Jun 6, 2025 | Covert Crew
On set at Eurovision from the point of view from a Follow Spot Operator (Credit: Kate Fernandes). Dangling from the rafters, wrestling with giant lights and tracking everything from glittering hosts to corgis in front of the Queen, Follow Spot Operator Kate Fernandes...
by Seb Jones | Jun 5, 2025 | Covert Crew
Jack working on the set of Countdown where he was a Junior Casting Researcher. (Credit – Jack Dinslay) After starting out as a runner across a variety of different types of shows, Jack Dinslay has most recently made the step up to work as a researcher on Loose...
by Lloyd Paterson | Jun 4, 2025 | Covert Crew
Tomas Antonsson in action at Eurovision 2025 (Credit: Tomas Antonsson). Steadicam operators are the people behind the breath taking shots. They move with the individuals and immerse the audience into the action. Studio Insider chats with a Steadicam operator, working...
by Seb Jones | Jun 3, 2025 | Covert Crew, Home Top Story
Phil Fletcher alongside CBBC star Hacker T.Dog. (Credit- Phil Fletcher) Hacker T.Dog is a well-known face on CBBC, having been on the channel for more than 16 years. Phil Fletcher is the man in charge of the well-loved canine and speaks to Studio Insider about working...
by Isabella Todd | Jun 2, 2025 | Covert Crew, Covert Crew Top Story
From editing Viz Comic to writing for children’s TV hits like ‘Dennis and Gnasher: Unleashed’ and ‘Mr Bean: The Animated Series’, Alex Collier has built a career on persistence, creativity and a deep love for comedy. He takes us behind the scenes of his journey...
by Olivia Arkless | Jun 1, 2025 | Covert Crew, Covert Crew Top Story
Foley professionals Barnaby Smyth and Balázs Győri share all you need to know about the unique practise of using everyday objects to make incredibly realistic sound effects. When watching TV, the sounds we hear are just as important as visuals. A show can draw us in...
