The Big Autumn Gathering 2024

We are excited to invite you to Bectu Big Autumn Gathering on Saturday 12th October, 11.00 – 18.00 at City of Westminster College, 25 Paddington Green, London, W2 1N.

This is a great opportunity to network, upskill and discuss industry matters with our and other departments, so don’t miss out on Bectu’s big event of the year! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, there's something for everyone. Tickets are free for Bectu members, and £15 for non-members. Book today at https://bectu.org.uk/get-involved-in-the-union/bectus-big-autumn-gathering/

Childcare, breastfeeding and rest rooms are available on site.

Post Production Session: If you could change one thing... Factual Editors and Assistants Networking

Are you an Editor or Assistant Editor in Factual? Help us shape Bectu’s priorities in factual post at the Factual Editors and Assistants Meet-up at the Big Autumn Gathering. Come share your concerns and priorities for the coming year with Chris Travis and David Thompson, our factual reps and help shape Bectu’s priorities in factual post. The more we know about what matters to everyone working in non-scripted posts, the better we can use the resources and structure of the union to implement change. 

One to ones include:

Financial & Accountancy Advice Surgeries with Quilter Financial advisors

Transform your CV with CV Advisors

Workshops include:

Confidence and creativity: The Power of Networking and Your Net Worth

The aims of the session will be to boost your self-esteem and confidence, connect with your creative skills, and evaluate your network strategy.

WE RECOMMEND -> Sticking together through Bectu to get what you want

Want to know how to organise and come together with your freelance colleagues to get better terms and conditions through Bectu – but not sure where to start? Come and take part in this introductory workshop on unionising and what you can do!

How to pitch a job share

This session supports the aims of the Lives Behind the Lens campaign to increase access to flexible working to support parents and carers in post production.

Seminars include:

WE RECOMMEND -> Negotiating masterclass with Sara Putt

This session will help you develop the skills you need to negotiate your rate and terms with confidence and essential for any freelancer.

Planning for retirement

This session will help you learn how to plan for your retirement.

WE RECOMMEND -> Improving Diversity Action Plan & Trans+ inclusion in film and TV

Improving equality and diversity in film and TV and discussing Bectu’s new action plan to tackle it.

Terms and Conditions for Unscripted Freelancers

Exploring the next steps to achieving our goal of a better deal for Unscripted TV Freelancers, including what we’ve done so far.

Human rights and TV production

Concerned about safety? Security? Privacy? Discrimination? Working practices? Join this session to find out how human rights should be respected in the making of TV shows with insights from recent industry research.

Improving access in Film & TV

Join the Bectu Disabled Members Committee in talking about education, support, and access to work for disabled, d/Deaf and neurodivergent crew.

After a packed day of sessions, all attendees are welcome to relax and network over complimentary drinks at our Bectu Social.