The One-Stop Diversity and Inclusion Support Service for the Entertainment Industry

The One-Stop Diversity and Inclusion Support Service for the Entertainment Industry

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What we do

Our industry is increasingly asking for diversity as a mandatory requirement and many organisations don’t know how to diversify their contacts in an effective way. With increased scrutiny and accountability in the entertainment industry affecting hiring and commissioning practices, Dandi offers the practical help you need.

Exceed targets

DandI offers production companies, organisations and broadcasters the tailored support they need, to not only meet diversity and inclusion targets, but to exceed them.

All levels

Operating as a single-point-of-contact, we utilise our UK wide, fully inclusive talent network (with a focus on under-represented groups, BAME, LGBTQ, Disabled, as well as addressing opportunity poverty and gender inequality). We can help you find on and off screen talent from all walks of life, and at all levels of experience – from trainee to HOD, intern to Executive or clerical to creative

Access to our network

From simply advertising roles across our network, to an end-to-end recruitment process, or targeted recommendations from our talent programmes alumni; we make it easy to find the talent you need with minimal drain on your resources

Bespoke support

Acting as a ‘bolt-on’ D&I Department for any organisation, we offer a bespoke and wrap around Support Service on the end of the phone, tailored to individual requirements and scale

Production companies working with DandI receive our mark of approval
showing their commitment to diversity and inclusion

Are you fine and DandI?

Who we are

DandI is brought to you by the team behind TriForce Creative Network. You can find more information on their work here.

TriForce Creative Network is a not-for-profit organisation that for the past 15 years has been providing a trusted and viable avenue for the industry to discover diverse talent

Providing opportunities for actors, writers, directors, producers and crew through MonologueSlam, WriterSlam, Get A Grip, The TriForce Short Film Festival and bespoke diversity programmes

Proceeds from DandI go towards supporting these initiatives, ensuring this vital work can continue to effect the positive change needed in our industry

Our Partners

 
Red Planet
Red Planet
Red Planet Pictures is a dynamic and truly independent TV production company, Founded by renowned showrunner Tony Jordan, with creativity at their core.
Monkey Kingdom
Monkey Kingdom
Monkey is an award-winning independent British television production company based in London, United Kingdom and the USA.
The Forge
The Forge
The Forge is a UK-based independent drama production company, established in 2014 by George Faber.
National Film and Television School
National Film and Television School
NFTS is a world-class film, television and games school focused on producing career ready students across a wide range of practical disciplines.
Creative England
Creative England
Creative England uncovers, connects and backs the best original storytellers; driving diversity, collaboration and growth in the creative screen industries.
Hera Pictures
Hera Pictures
Hera Pictures is a UK-based film and TV production company run by Liza Marshall.
Creative Diversity Network
Creative Diversity Network
We are here to share, discuss and profile the work that the UK broadcasters are doing around the diversity agenda, both independently and collectively.
Amazon Studios
Amazon Studios
Amazon Studios brings bold and innovative series and films from top tier and up-and-coming creators to customers in over 200 countries and territories.
Hat Trick
Hat Trick
Hat Trick is one of the UK's most successful independent production companies, our output immediately identified with popular and award-winning programming.
Audible
Audible
Download and listen to the world’s best storytelling. Enjoy audiobooks, original series and more on the free app.
Livewire Pictures
Livewire Pictures
Livewire Pictures was launched in Spring 2018, as a co-venture between Hat Trick Productions, talent agent Anita Land and MD Guy Freeman. The team specialises in creating and producing entertainment formats, music programming, live events and everything in between.
Expectation
Expectation
Expectation is a multi-genre independent production company specialising in entertainment, comedy entertainment, scripted comedy, drama and factual programming. Formed in 2017 by Tim Hincks and Peter Fincham, Expectation is one of the fastest growing companies in the indie sector.
 

Testimonials

  • Asif Zubairy – Commissioning Editor, Comedy and Entertainment, ITV

    I regularly see great projects from companies that are struggling to fulfil ITV's Social Partnership requirements on diversity. With 15 years of the TCN's talent development work behind it, Dandi is exactly the support they need. Their mark of approval shows me that production companies are serious about inclusion and are actively doing something about it, which gives me confidence they'll be able to hit those targets.

  • Samantha Lawrence – MD, Monkey Kingdom (a division of NBC Universal)

    I have been waiting for a talent service like Dandi – in a world where finally diversity is being taken seriously, it will be invaluable to be able to tap into the expertise and relationships TCN has.

  • Kwadjo Dajan – Co-Founder & Drama Creative Director, Sugar Films

    I've seen first hand the tangible outcomes The TCN have generated over the past 15 years and the impact it's had on our industry – both on and off screen. I love the fact that they are now launching Dandi off the back of the strong foundations they’ve already laid down. I’m sure it will be another great step towards making our industry a more inclusive and diverse place. It has my 100% backing.

  • Anjani Patel – Head of Diversity, PACT

    The TCN have been nurturing and supporting diverse talent for many years. Dandi helps pull together their talented network in one place for production companies to utilise with ease. It's a great help in crewing up and addressing on and off screen diversity and making sure production companies can meet broadcasters D&I targets.

  • Saskia Schuster – Comedy Controller, ITV

    When presented with projects that don't hit our vital D&I targets, there is now a place I can direct production companies to that can effectively and tangibly solve their issues. If I see the Dandi mark, I know they are truly committed to an inclusive workforce.

Package Options

Starter (Ideal for Smaller Production Companies)
Standard (Ideal for Large Production Companies)
Premium (Ideal for Organisations)
Access to Inclusive Talent Database for On and Off Screen Talent
Access to Inclusive Talent Database for On and Off Screen Talent
Access to Inclusive Talent Database for On and Off Screen Talent
Access to Inclusive Talent Database for On and Off Screen Talent
Email/Phone Diversity and Inclusion Advice
Email/Phone Diversity and Inclusion Advice
Email/Phone Diversity and Inclusion Advice
Email/Phone Diversity and Inclusion Advice
Social Media Support for Recruitment/Programme Awareness etc.. (400k pcm reach)
Social Media Support for Recruitment/Programme Awareness etc.. (400k pcm reach)
Social Media Support for Recruitment/Programme Awareness etc.. (400k pcm reach)
Social Media Support for Recruitment/Programme Awareness etc.. (400k pcm reach)
Recruitment Advertising through Direct Mail to TCN List (15K)
Recruitment Advertising through Direct Mail to TCN List (15K)
Recruitment Advertising through Direct Mail to TCN List (15K)
Recruitment Advertising through Direct Mail to TCN List (15K)
D&I Programme Advertising through Direct Mail to TCN List (15K)
D&I Programme Advertising through Direct Mail to TCN List (15K)
D&I Programme Advertising through Direct Mail to TCN List (15K)
D&I Programme Advertising through Direct Mail to TCN List (15K)
Mark of Approval to Show Commissioners Your Commitment to D&I
Mark of Approval to Show Commissioners Your Commitment to D&I
Mark of Approval to Show Commissioners Your Commitment to D&I
Mark of Approval to Show Commissioners Your Commitment to D&I
4 hrs Bespoke Consultation - D&I Strategy/Recruitment/Advice etc...
4 hrs Bespoke Consultation - D&I Strategy/Recruitment/Advice etc...
4 hrs Bespoke Consultation - D&I Strategy/Recruitment/Advice etc...
4 hrs Bespoke Consultation - D&I Strategy/Recruitment/Advice etc...
8 hrs Bespoke Consultation - D&I Strategy/Recruitment/Advice etc...
8 hrs Bespoke Consultation - D&I Strategy/Recruitment/Advice etc...
8 hrs Bespoke Consultation - D&I Strategy/Recruitment/Advice etc...
8 hrs Bespoke Consultation - D&I Strategy/Recruitment/Advice etc...
End-to-End Recruitment Process
End-to-End Recruitment Process
End-to-End Recruitment Process
End-to-End Recruitment Process
Connection to D&I Organisations and Diverse Groups nationally
Connection to D&I Organisations and Diverse Groups nationally
Connection to D&I Organisations and Diverse Groups nationally
Connection to D&I Organisations and Diverse Groups nationally
Data and Reporting
Data and Reporting
Data and Reporting
Data and Reporting
1 x Bespoke Networking Event OR National Talent Call Out with Shortlisting
1 x Bespoke Networking Event OR National Talent Call Out with Shortlisting
1 x Bespoke Networking Event OR National Talent Call Out with Shortlisting
1 x Bespoke Networking Event OR National Talent Call Out with Shortlisting

*One off bespoke packages also available

Contact us.

If you’re a production company or broadcaster and would like to talk to us about how Dandi might work for you, just email us on info@dandi.org.uk.

 

If you’re an individual and would like to sign up for a free account to access upcoming jobs, go to the TCN Talent Pool and create your profile.