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About Us
Our Trainers
Rachel Aldridge
Rachel spent ten years in London working for ITV, working her way through the ranks to become Producer/Director on a number of factual and entertainment programmes. Since moving back to Suffolk she has worked as a Suffolk-based location manager and location scout. She works part-time for Screen Suffolk, the county’s official film office, supporting and promoting filmmaking in the county.
Jim Horsfield
Jim has worked in the TV industry for 20 years as a music documentary director/editor and specialised in global touring, creating live custom content for bands and electronic artists. Since 2017 he has worked for Screen Suffolk as a Film Officer managing the Film Office in Suffolk permitting and enabling filming for incoming Production Companies.
Guest Speakers
We host an array of industry professionals as guest speakers. From Location Managers, to Film Service Managers, and Set Ready alumni who are carving out successful career paths for themselves. Our guests share invaluable insight and expertise, and our trainees are given space to ask any questions they might have during a dedicated Q&A.
Our board
Belinda Peach
Belinda, our Set Ready Manager, has over 20 years’ experience working in the Film, TV and Media talent and skills sector. Based in the Northwest Belinda has supported and developed positive partnerships with a whole host of organisations and charities in the Film, TV, and Media Sector including the Ideas Foundation, ScreenSkills, the Northern Film Offices, MAMA Youth and the Manchester trade association the MPA.
Karen Everett
Karen began her career in the film industry doing various roles within production. She then moved on to become CEO of Filmfixer LTD and Apply4 Technology LTD in 2007. In 2016 Karen became the Managing Director of Screen Suffolk which offers the UK’s only county-wide ‘one-stop’ film service. In early 2020, she also took up the position of Director for LocationFinder.ai.
Andrew Pavord
Andrew began his career in films as a Location Manager on commercials and features in 1988. In 2004, he created FilmApp which is now used by many cities in the UK, USA and other countries. Currently, Andrew is the Founder and Chairman of FilmFixer Ltd and Apply4Technology Ltd. In 2021 Andrew also helped create The Generator Project, a non-profit company dedicated to replacing diesel generators on film sets and at events.
Testimonials
“I’ve just finished my first job (placement) in film thanks to Set Ready Training, and had an amazing time getting to know people and watching/participating in such a big operation first hand. The past two weeks have been amazing and I’ve gotten to speak to so many industry professionals and creatives.”
Abigail, Set Ready Alumnus
“The training was really fantastic and helpful, questions were well received and I actually feel like I can go and apply for on set roles for the first time.”
Ren, Set Ready Trainee
“Set-Ready is an extensive but accessible introduction that demystifies production process from understanding freelance culture, to crew hierarchy, a guide to specialist lingo and even how to use a radio.”
Leah Henry, Fully Focused Productions
“Both Jim and Rachel were so helpful, friendly, inspiring and knowledgeable and it was a privilege to learn from them both."
Giselle, Set Ready Trainee
“Honestly, I got a lot more out of this placement than I bargained for. Now I’m able to apply for the Screenskills driving lesson bursary because I will have 3 professional credits thanks to you all at Set Ready.”
Taz, Set Ready Alumnus
“I learnt how to be more confident in myself on set and things to say in certain situations, how to approach people and situations and how to network effectively and methods of doing it so its not overwhelming”
Nico, Set Ready Trainee
“The sessions were incredibly informative for the students, giving them realistic additional insight into the industry they are training towards. Students had the chance to speak with professionals, some of which were on location at the time, and really delve into areas such as set-etiquette and personal finances.”
Ben Pyrke, West Suffolk College
“It gave me a good sense of what it would feel like to be on set and what to expect from the placement. I would never have applied to a Location Marshall job before I did this training, but I'm now looking forward to it!”
Nina, Set Ready Trainee
“It is very valuable to anyone who wants to start their career in the film industry and have no idea where to start. After the two day training, we received plenty of resources and opportunities. Ultimately, I got my first Location marshalling job through their placement program.”
Issa, Set Ready Alumnus
“Rachel and Jim made me feel like I could ask anything which made the space feel really open and safe.”
Julie, Set Ready Trainee
“The Set Ready cohort is full of enthusiastic, talented and ambitious individuals at the start of their careers in film & TV production and to see some of them already getting stuck in on set with major productions in the city is immensely rewarding.”
Lynn Saunders, Liverpool Film Office