The fourth edition of the TellyCast Digital Content Forum, which takes place tomorrow at the BFI (November 6, 2025), will be the biggest ever.
A wide-ranging community consisting of creators, studios, producers, distributors, brands, media agencies, social platforms, and channel operators will attend what has established itself as the leading event dedicated to the new content economy.
A final line-up of more than 30 speakers and 12 sessions has been confirmed. Subjects to be explored include brand funding, creator collectives, micro-dramas, vodcasting, digital formats, AI and the provision of news in the digital age.
This year’s speakers are some of the most dynamic, entrepreneurial and creative figures in the new content economy. They include The Sidemen’s Victor Bengtsson, Quintus Studios’ Gerrit Kemming, YouTube’s Katja Perry, Platform Media’s Darby Dorras, SWNS Media Group’s Sam Barcroft, Spirit Studios’ Matt Campion, Fawkes Digital’s Lucy Smith and Mako Studios’ Taf Makopa. Other industry heavyweights in attendance include ITV Studios’ Mike Beale, The Sun’s Jon Lloyd, The Soul Group’s Victor Potrel and Sony’s Matt Ford.
TellyCast Media and Events founder Justin Crosby said: “2025 has been an incredible breakthrough year for the new content economy, with digital creators and traditional media companies embracing a dynamic phase of collaboration and innovation. The Digital Content Forum was created to fly the flag for digital-first creators, while also spotlighting opportunities for traditional media companies to play in this rapidly-evolving space. I am thrilled that both camps will be joining us at the BFI to share their knowledge and seek out partnerships. For me personally, it is a delight to host the digital-first studios and creators who have rewritten the content rulebook.”
One of the most hotly-anticipated sessions at DCF 2025 will be The Future of Branded: What’s Your Take? Hosted by Fan Club, this interactive session will dive into industry leaders’ most provocative hot takes on the future of social branded content. Whether it is brands taking over Hollywood, creators launching brands, or brands becoming broadcasters it’s sure to spark lively debate and offer fresh perspectives. Panellists include E.ON Next’s, Emma Webster, Russell Hobbs’ Hannah Hamer and Essence MediaCom’s Claire Prince. Fan Club’s Sonny McLean will moderate
The Future of Digital Formats, meanwhile, will examine “how social video platforms are changing the way formats are developed, financed and distributed”. Studio B’s Molly Webb and Objekt’s Bart Frank will join Matt Ford and Mike Beale on this panel.
Another trending topic up for discussion at this year’s Digital Content Forum will be the rise of creator collectives. An expert line-up includes Upload Agency’s Stuart Jones, YouTube’s Katja Perry and The Fellas Studios’ Elliot Hackney. The session will be moderated by Maxime Rozencwajg, head of creator partnerships at OK COOL.
Additional participants include Katharina Gellein Viken of Metrotone Studios, Daniel Winner of Avalon Advisory, creator Harry Pinero, vidIQ’s Rob Wilson, COPA90’s Eli Mengem, Engine Pop’s Athena Witter, Oxford University’s Dr Alex Connock and more.
Other DCF highlights include sessions by Enders Analysis and The Wit, as well The Bridge Digital Formats Lounge, a new innovation designed in partnership with ITV Studios and Zoo55. Across the day, leading ITVS labels including Potato, Southshore, Lifted, Boom, MSM, So TV, The Garden, TwoFour and Plimsoll will meet with digital-first studios and creators to discuss ways TV and creators can work together.
Additional features at DCF 2025 include the YouTube Clinic where delegates can get a free health check of their YouTube channels by vidIQ. Tickets are available now
