This Educational Partner Masterclass was run by Guild Member and Assistant Production Coordinator James Knowles.
It covers how he started in industry, taking first steps after graduating and tips for a successful career.
James is an ex-University of Salford student and has built an impressive list of credits since graduating in Film Production from the University of Salford in 2020. In just a few years, he has worked on major productions including The Gentlemen, Paddington in Peru and Blitz. James has also worked on the historical drama film Hamnet, which recently won two BAFTAs in the categories Outstanding British Film and Leading Actress for Jessie Buckley.
The session took place on 16th April 2026. This information is correct at the time of recording.