About Rare TV
A caring and creative place to work, making world-class factual television.
Rare is an award-winning independent production company and content studio. .
From production bases in London, Belfast and Dublin our teams are trusted to deliver a broad slate that ranges from long running series and formats to premium documentary and crime.
Our core expertise in access, and our commitment to excellence in storytelling, has enabled us to create some of the highest rating and most loved shows on networks and platforms across the globe.
We are committed to ensuring that Rare TV is a caring place to work and we invest in talent at every level, fostering an environment where creativity thrives.
Our Approach
Creative Ambition
We push boundaries in factual storytelling, combining bold editorial vision with meticulous craft to create programmes that stand out.
People First
The best programmes are made by happy teams. We foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and professional development.
Global Reach
From our offices in London, Belfast, and Dublin, we serve broadcasters across the UK, US, and beyond.
The People Behind the Programmes
A talented, experienced team united by a shared passion for factual storytelling.
Matt Cole
Creative Director
Emma Barker
Director of Content
Ben Sutton
Head of Production
Mike Wall
Financial Director
Greg Chivers
SVP International Programmes
Susannah Zeff
Head of UK Development
Christian Broadhurst
SVP US Development & Production
Edward Hart
Executive Producer
Claire Riddell
Production Executive
Karen Kennedy
Line Producer
Verity Quinn
Line Producer
Charlie Critchley
Line Producer
Andrea McClelland
Production Manager
Adam Martin-Connolly
Production Manager
James Doran
Production Coordinator
Abigail Keyes
Development Producer
Chris Sanders
US Development Producer
Hannah McMillan
Development AP
Maryam Etedali
Management Accountant
Alexis Steele
Post-Production Facilities Manager
Adam Deans
Edit Assistant
Alexander Gardiner
Chair of the Board
Graham Coxell
Chairman
Join the Team
Rare TV has been recognised in Broadcast's Best Places to Work in TV. We are always looking for talented people to join us across production, development, and post-production.
Production
Producers, directors, APs, researchers, and production managers across factual, specialist factual, and entertainment.
Development
Development executives and producers shaping the next generation of Rare TV ideas and pitches.
Post-Production
Editors, assistant editors, and post supervisors helping us finish programmes to the highest standard.
Send us your CV
We work with The Talent Manager to handle CVs and applications. Submit yours and we will be in touch when something suitable comes up.
What People Say
Voices from across the industry — collaborators, partners, and the people we work with every day.
“Receiving positive feedback that the toolkit has helped to improve communication and teams are happier since introducing it is hugely encouraging.”
Film and TV Charity
“Rare TV supported ScreenSkills' Production Coordinator training programme for Unscripted TV 2022-23, providing placements and mentoring to trainees across 7 UK cities.”
ScreenSkills
“The strong working relationship between Mad Dogs TV and Rare TV has been forged over time and means we all play to our unique strengths to get the job done.”
Mad Dogs Television, UK
“Through each of these we have worked with a great number of production staff who have always been polite, professional, and friendly.”
Run Hire, UK
“They are extremely professional and request the latest broadcast equipment to ensure footage produced is of high quality.”
Acorn Film & Video, UK
“The team have always been knowledgeable about their equipment requirements and open to advice from our tech department.”
Film Store
“We find their production team very professional and equally very friendly, and look forward to working with them on many more productions.”
Beyond Business Travel, UK
“They've built a strong relationship with Rare TV across international projects spanning several years.”
Dynamic Dox
“It's always a pleasure to see them coming through the door.”
Element PostProduction, Republic of Ireland
“From the first frame to the final frame - passionate, creative storytelling is at the heart of everything they do.”
Yellowmoon Post Production, UK