As the Association of True Crime Producers, we were deeply saddened to hear of the recent tragic death of Producer John Balson. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and professional colleagues at this time.
The association is working hard to give support to all involved in the production of true crime factual documentaries and series. The association believes duty of care in all factual productions has never been more important and this extends not only to contributors but also to staff involved in all aspects of production.
In making these programmes you are often dealing with gruesome details, traumatised families and friends and working to tight budgets and deadlines. It is right that production companies and broadcasters recognise the additional burdens these place on those making true crime content.
Mental health support, wellbeing and safeguarding issues are at the forefront of the association’s aims. We are working with other support partners to bring about change in the production industry.
In our first year the ATCP has begun a programme of training sessions with external partners, which aim to raise awareness and provide support to all those involved in the production of true crime content.
The Film and TV Charity can be contacted on 0800 054 0000