In the UK we have fantastic talent working across our industry from film to production, animation, VFX, gaming, distribution and exhibition. But as you know it's not an easy business to be in. We all grapple with complex questions around production and our working practices. On the WorkWise for Screen Podcast we’ll get the lowdown on all your legal and people management concerns from industry experts. The programme is an initiative to improve good working practices in the screen industries with the support of the BFI awarding National Lottery Funding. https://www.workwiseforscreen.org.
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In the UK we have fantastic talent working across our industry from film to production, animation, VFX, gaming, distribution and exhibition. But as you know it's not an easy business to be in. We all grapple with complex questions around production and our working practices. On the WorkWise for Screen Podcast we’ll get the lowdown on all your legal and people management concerns from industry experts. The programme is an initiative to improve good working practices in the screen industries with the support of the BFI awarding National Lottery Funding. https://www.workwiseforscreen.org.
BONUS: Hire standards: Elevating your recruitment game, with Sally Bendtson
The WorkWise for Screen Podcast
10 minutes
3 months ago
BONUS: Hire standards: Elevating your recruitment game, with Sally Bendtson
What's the difference between recruiting in a rush and recruiting with purpose? And why does treating candidates with respect matter just as much as finding the right skills?
In this episode recorded at our Sheffield event Dr. Amit Patel is joined by Sally Bendtson, the founder of Limelight HR. With years of experience helping Screen Industry businesses build better teams, Sally breaks down why clarity and honest communication is crucial for a successful recruitment process.
From painting an authentic picture of why someone should want to work with you to making sure you don’t waste candidates' time, Sally shares practical insights into how to offer a recruitment process that works for both employers and applicants and will protect your company’s reputation. With advice about not overselling roles, following through on promises, and avoiding making decisions under pressure, this conversation provides a roadmap for recruitment processes that builds great teams.
The WorkWise for Screen podcast is supported by the BFI, awarding National Lottery Funding.
THIS EPISODE COVERS
Why clarity about what you need beats recruiting under pressure
Being respectful of candidates' time and building an industry reputation
Moving beyond familiar networks to find diverse talent
Creating compelling reasons for people to want to work with you
Following through on promises made during recruitment
Practical resources for small businesses without dedicated HR support
CHAPTER MARKERS
(00:00) Introduction with Keith Arrowsmith
(01:29) Finding the Right People for Your Team
(02:29) Respect and Efficiency in the Recruitment Process
(03:34) Attracting New Talent: Building a Compelling Workplace
(04:35) Maintaining a Positive Work Culture Post-Recruitment
(06:05) Workwise for Screen Resources
(07:22) Conclusions with Keith Arrowsmith
LINKS
WorkWise for Screen: https://www.workwiseforscreen.org.uk/
Keith Arrowsmith: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keitharrowsmith/
Tacita Small: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tacitasmall/
BFI: https://www.bfi.org.uk/
National Lottery: https://www.national-lottery.co.uk/
Sally Bendtson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallybendtson/
Limelight HR: https://limelighthr.co.uk/about/
The WorkWise for Screen Podcast
In the UK we have fantastic talent working across our industry from film to production, animation, VFX, gaming, distribution and exhibition. But as you know it's not an easy business to be in. We all grapple with complex questions around production and our working practices. On the WorkWise for Screen Podcast we’ll get the lowdown on all your legal and people management concerns from industry experts. The programme is an initiative to improve good working practices in the screen industries with the support of the BFI awarding National Lottery Funding. https://www.workwiseforscreen.org.
