The Wonder Women Podcast with Ria Hebden

Sara Putt - Chair, BAFTA

Episode Summary

In this exciting episode of the new series of the Wonder Women podcast, we delve into the fascinating 30-year career of the Chair of BAFTA, Sarah Putt to discuss her life-long passion for Film & Television. Sara shares the story of how she innovatively secured her first job in television and how she'd still advise people to try this tactic to get ahead today. We also discuss the current state of the TV landscape, as well as addressing the challenges of coming up in a male-dominated world, and how to handle modern workplaces which still don't have an equal gender split. Plus, Sarah reflects on why there should be equal focus on businesses supporting women who are at mid-senior level in the industry, as much as there is on entry-level workers and how community is crucial to building a support network as you navigate your career. Prepare to be inspired!

Episode Notes

Join Television Presenter, Ria Hebden in this inspirational new series of the Wonder Women Podcast as she chats to some of the most exciting female leaders in Television, Film and the Creative industries about their illustrious careers and thoughts on the current media landscape.

Be inspired, as each woman shares how she navigates life to achieve her career goals, while sharing tangible take-aways, invaluable career advice and the life hacks she's picked up along the way.

Take some time out of your busy life,  grab yourself a cuppa and listen to these thought-provoking and motivational conversations to give you a boost of ‘Yes, You Go Girl’ inspiration.

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