Networking: the cheat codes
Hate networking? Avoid it? Or feel stuck not knowing where to start?
Networking – The Cheat Codes is a free, online workshop designed for people working across the film and TV industries who want to build meaningful connections – without the awkwardness, small talk exhaustion, or wasted emails.
This session is particularly helpful if you’ve ever struggled with unanswered emails, felt unsure who to talk to at industry events, or found networking overwhelming or unclear.
Event details
- Date: Wednesday 3rd June, 11:00am – 2:00pm
- Format: Online (Zoom)
- Cost: Free
- Availability: spaces are very limited
Important: If you’re unable to attend after booking, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your place to someone on the waiting list.
Practical tools to network with confidence
This workshop is packed with practical tips, mindset shifts, and industry‑tested hacks to help you network with confidence, both in person and online.
You’ll explore:
- Networking in person: how to work a room, start conversations naturally, and get what you actually need from them – including why success can sometimes come down to a single small detail.
- Networking attitudes and hacks that work: the biggest secret people don’t talk about, how to stand out from the majority, and the one mindset shift that can change everything.
- Finding the right people: where to start, how to branch out, who you might be overlooking, and which industries may need your skills during tougher times.
- Getting emails opened and answered: a proven formula for reaching out to people you don’t know — one of the most popular sections of the session.
- Networking online: how to build relationships, collaborate, and get noticed through social media and online platforms, including tips rarely shared within the industry.
Who is this event for?
This session is ideal for people working in film and TV who:
- Feel uncomfortable or unsure about networking
- Avoid industry events or don’t know who to approach
- Are tired of sending emails that get no response
- Want practical, realistic strategies that don’t feel forced
About Amanda
Amanda Graham is a screenwriter, award‑winning public speaker, and disability consultant. Her television writing credits include 23 episodes of comedy for Apple TV and the BBC, and she currently has projects in development with South of the River, Disney collaborators, and leading independent creatives.