Helping creative companies and professionals achieve their ambitions

Professional coaching, business strategy, leadership and change

Many creative business leaders are so busy doing what they do best - developing and selling ideas, getting commissions and delivering projects - they don’t have the time or mental space to stand back and work out their big long term ambitions. And they often don’t have the resources they need to make their plan a reality.

This is where I come in.

Jen Topping

About me

I have over twenty years’ experience working for TV broadcasters, publishers and tech companies including the BBC, Channel 4 and Xbox.

I work with clients across TV, film, digital and the arts. I help them develop and implement plans to grow their businesses. I work to improve and transform their operations, build talented teams and take advantage of online platforms to find new audiences and income streams.

How I can help you

Business strategy

Whatever your size or the stage of your business, I can help you define a realistic plan to take advantage of your strengths so you can achieve your ambitions.


Commissioners & funders

There are a lot of networks and platforms out there looking for content, with ever changing wants and needs. I can evaluate your development slate to spot suitable markets, and review your pitch and sizzles to help you hit your mark.

Growth planning

You need the right financial tools and metrics to grow your business. I can review your existing approach and create simple-to-use models to tell you if your strategy is working.


Multiplatform

New technologies offer creative and commercial opportunities but can disrupt an existing operation. I am well versed at helping creative companies make the transition to new ways of working.

Professional coaching

I am a coach that can help you make a positive change within your careers, businesses and working relationships.


Commercial

There are a myriad of ways to make money and get projects financed. I can help you identify the realistic opportunities, ensuring you maximise your return and aren’t wasting valuable time.

Managing change

Delivering a new strategy is daunting and impacts all parts of a business. I can help transform your operation to deliver lasting change while also motivating your team to come with you on the journey.


Policies and Protocols

Often creative businesses that have grown organically or are in flux don’t have the processes and rules needed to reduce risk and enable greater creativity. I can review your operation and create the full set you need.

What people say

“The depth of her experience and knowledge along with strong communication and analytical skills allowed her to have an immediately positive impact in a very short space of time.”

— Jane Mote, interim change manager for DMA, STV News

“Jen is an excellent consultant with a rare ability to see straight to the crux of any issue, and provide structured and effective solutions.”

— Rebecca Thompson, FOCUS, Film City Futures