From Pitch to Post: A Documentary Masterclass from ITN

14 May 2026
Keynote Theatre
Keynote

The team behind some of the most watched true‑crime documentaries of recent years - from The Investigation of Lucy Letby (Netflix) to The Confession (Amazon) and Forensics: Murder Scene (5) - share a behind‑the‑scenes masterclass on how premium documentary films are made. With commissions across UK broadcasters and global streamers, ITN Productions offers a rare insight into the full lifecycle of a successful project.

Drawing on their combined expertise, the panel explores how to secure access and land a winning pitch; how to manage duty of care and editorial balance; the ethical use of AI; and how to deliver a high‑end finish in post‑production.

Chairperson
Felicity Barr
Felicity Barr, Broadcast Journalist
Speakers
Ed Bengoa
Ed Bengoa, Director of Post Production - ITN Post Production
Ian Rumsey
Ian Rumsey, Chief Content Officer - ITN Productions
Caroline Short
Caroline Short, Head of Global TV - ITN Productions