New Directors UK Guidelines set the standard for directors-producers collaboration

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A landmark set of guidelines has been established to define the working relationship between directors and production companies across all genres in the UK. This agreement aim to ensure that the director’s role remains clear, respected, and supported throughout the production process.

Developed by the Directors and Producers Forum, an initiative founded in 2023 by FERA member Directors UK, and producers Pact, BBC Studios and ITV Studios, these guidelines will promote best practices and serve as a reference point for directors working with UK broadcasters.

1. Effective communication at an early stage is vital.

2. The Director has a right to consultation.

3. The Director’s creative role is to be respected.

4. Prep time is vital.

5. Health and Safety and Safeguarding are paramount.

6. Producers and Directors must comply with policies addressing respectful working conditions.

7. The Director has a right to the appropriate credit.

8. Producers and Directors will collaborate to deliver sustainability on production.

9. Producers and Directors will work together to deliver the production’s commitment to Diversity and Inclusion and production training.

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To go further

Read engagement guidelines: https://directors.uk.com/news/engagement-guidelines-between-producers-and-directors