Three new members have joined our Board of Trustees, further strengthening the diverse blend of expertise and industry insight at the Film and TV Charity’s top table.

Our board plays a key role in overseeing the strategic delivery of the organisation’s vision and values, with a focus on championing better mental health, fairer working practices, and enhanced financial and social wellbeing for those working behind the scenes across the UK’s film, television, and cinema industries.

The new trustees

Professor Emily Caston, Scholar and Research Leader

An internationally recognised scholar and research leader in the screen industries, Professor Emily Caston previously spent over a decade in production as Executive Producer at Black Dog Films/Ridley Scott Associates. As Founding Director of PRISM at the University of West London, she has led groundbreaking research into underrepresented sectors through R&D initiatives and cluster analyses. A long-standing collaborator with the BFI and former Film London board member, she will now lend her expertise to the Film and TV Charity, where she will support its research arm, which includes the publication of its industry recognised Looking Glass Research.

I am honoured to be joining the Charity as a trustee. The charity’s research plays a vital role in shining a light on the challenges and opportunities facing people across our industry, and in driving meaningful change. I am delighted to be able to contribute my experience to support and amplify this important work.

Professor Emily Caston, Scholar and Research Leader

Nadine Marsh-Edwards, Award-winning Film and Television Producer

Emmy-nominated and a recipient of both BAFTA and RTS awards, Nadine Marsh-Edwards is an acclaimed film and television producer, and the co-founder of Greenacre Films. In joining the board of trustees, she brings a wealth of industry expertise. Her commitment to driving meaningful change across film and television, both on screen and behind the scenes, will be reflected in her continued championing of distinctive and diverse voices

I’m honoured to be joining the Board of Trustees for the Film and TV Charity. I know how vital it is to have an organisation that truly supports people behind the scenes. I have deep respect for the work already being undertaken by the Board and the team at the Charity, and I look forward to working alongside such a passionate and experienced group of individuals. Together, I believe we can all help build a more supportive and equitable future for everyone working in film and television.

Nadine Marsh-Edwards, Award-winning Film and Television Producer

Dr Richard Peters, a Global Chief Medical Officer

With a distinguished career across leading British and international firms, Dr Richard Peters is a seasoned authority in workplace Health, Safety, and Wellbeing (HSW), grounded with a clinical background in Occupational Medicine. Currently serving as a global Chief Medical Officer, he also brings valuable creative insight from his experience as a director and crew member on various productions, and as an Associate Member of Directors UK. Dr Peters joins the board to contribute his deep expertise in occupational medicine and wellbeing at work. His unique blend of clinical knowledge and hands-on industry experience will be used to help develop new programmes for the industry.

I’m thrilled to join the Board of Trustees at the Film and TV Charity at such a pivotal time for those working behind the scenes. The industry must prioritise mental, physical, and overall wellbeing – especially in light of findings from the Looking Glass Survey. With the Charity’s vital support, I’m eager to contribute by combining my expertise in workplace health, safety, and well-being with my first-hand experience behind the camera to support its passionate and dedicated teams. I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity.

Dr Richard Peters, a Global Chief Medical Officer

Existing trustees

The new appointments join the Charity’s existing ten trustees who represent a variety of sectors across the business, screen and entertainment industries.

They include:

Claire Tavernier, Chair of Trustees and a senior media adviser and consultant
Joseph a. Adesunloye, award-winning indie screenwriter and director
Sara Putt, Founder and Managing Director of Sara Putt Associates and Chair of BAFTA
Juliet Gilkes Romero, award-winning writer for stage and screen
Kirsty Good, Director, Brunswick
Suki Gill, CFO, International, Paramount
Catherine Bosworth, Director of Income Generation and Grants at Hospice UK
Robin Chalmers, Chief Legal Counsel at All3 Media International
Peter Clarke, Part of the Investment Advisory Group of Comic Relief
Emma Hoyle, Global Head of People Partners at Wise.

On the new appointments, Chair of Trustees, Claire Tavernier said:

We are thrilled to welcome Emily, Nadine, and Richard to the Board. Each brings exceptional expertise and a deep commitment to the wellbeing of people working in our industry. Their diverse perspectives will strengthen our ability to champion better mental health, fairer working practices, and greater equity behind the scenes. I look forward to working with them, alongside the rest of our Board and our wonderful team, as we continue to drive positive change across film, television, and cinema in the UK.

Claire Tavernier, Chair of Trustees

Film and TV Charity grows Board of Trustees with three new additions

The new trustees

Existing trustees

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