Q: How long should a proposal be and how should I send it?
A: A paragraph outlining your idea and approach is enough in the first instance. You can submit your idea to us via the online proposal system which you can access through this website. Please do not ring to see if your idea has arrived. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, feel free to contact us at that stage.
A: A paragraph outlining your idea and approach is enough in the first instance. You can submit your idea to us via the online proposal system which you can access through this website. Please do not ring to see if your idea has arrived. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, feel free to contact us at that stage.
Q: Should I send tapes?
A: Please don't send tapes. We generally prefer to see something on paper first as tapes take longer to process.
A: Please don't send tapes. We generally prefer to see something on paper first as tapes take longer to process.
Q: How long does it take to get a response?
A: We do try to respond to proposals within 28 days. If we are interested in your idea we will either ask for more information or for you to come in for a meeting.
A: We do try to respond to proposals within 28 days. If we are interested in your idea we will either ask for more information or for you to come in for a meeting.
Q: I'd like to arrange a meeting with a commissioner to talk through their current remit. Is this possible?
A: Unfortunately the pressure placed on the Commissioning Editors' time by programmes that are already in production means that they do not have time for general chats. However, the assistants work very closely with the Commissioning Editors and can answer most of the questions you may have so they should be your first point of contact. Meetings with the Commissioning Editors will be arranged only once there is something concrete to discuss, so send your ideas in first.
A: Unfortunately the pressure placed on the Commissioning Editors' time by programmes that are already in production means that they do not have time for general chats. However, the assistants work very closely with the Commissioning Editors and can answer most of the questions you may have so they should be your first point of contact. Meetings with the Commissioning Editors will be arranged only once there is something concrete to discuss, so send your ideas in first.
Q: Do you accept proposals from members of the public?
A: Unfortunately, as Channel 4 do not make programmes in-house, we can't accept programme proposals unless they come via a television production company or freelance producer/director.
A: Unfortunately, as Channel 4 do not make programmes in-house, we can't accept programme proposals unless they come via a television production company or freelance producer/director.
Q: Can you suggest a production company?
A: We work with a large number of companies each with their own unique output. It is therefore best that you find out which company is most suitable for your idea. Most production companies are listed in the PACT directory of Independent Producers, which you should be able to find in your local library or on their website at www.pact.co.uk.
A: We work with a large number of companies each with their own unique output. It is therefore best that you find out which company is most suitable for your idea. Most production companies are listed in the PACT directory of Independent Producers, which you should be able to find in your local library or on their website at www.pact.co.uk.
Do you work with new companies?
A: Yes! We are always keen to find new companies to work with. Your company does not need to have worked with Channel 4 before to approach us with an idea or to win a commission.
A: Yes! We are always keen to find new companies to work with. Your company does not need to have worked with Channel 4 before to approach us with an idea or to win a commission.
Q: Who chooses the Director?
A: Finding the right director for the right project may need discussion between Channel 4 and the production company. We would expect ideas for directors to come from you as we are always looking to expand the range of directors we work with. You may need to be flexible over key staff such as the Executive Producer, particularly on a series, to balance our need for confidence and trust with our desire to work with new people.
A: Finding the right director for the right project may need discussion between Channel 4 and the production company. We would expect ideas for directors to come from you as we are always looking to expand the range of directors we work with. You may need to be flexible over key staff such as the Executive Producer, particularly on a series, to balance our need for confidence and trust with our desire to work with new people.
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