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Reflecting Wales Conference S4C x TAC 2026

S4C and TAC are pleased to invite you to our annual conference, which brings the industry together to discuss and shape the future of Welsh-language production and content creation.

Date: 4-5 November 2026 
Location: The St George’s Hotel, Llandudno

Registration for this event is now closed.

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Timetable

Wednesday, 4 November

  • Wednesday Morning: TAC Annual General Meeting
  • 12.45-13.15: Arrival & Registration
  • 13.15-14.15: Cracking the Algorithm 
    What does it take to stand out and reach audiences in a world driven by algorithms? From journalism and politics to entertainment and digital creators, our panel shares insights, experiences and practical tips on creating digital content that connects, engages and gets noticed. 
    Sponsored by Mojo Productions.
  • 14.15-15.00: Fireside Chat: Geraint Evans in Conversation with Mairi Brewis, Head of Media Companies & Responsibility Partnerships UKI, YouTube 
    Beth allwn ni ei ddysgu gan un o blatfformau mwyaf y byd? Bydd Geraint Evans yn sgwrsio â Mairi Brewis am gystadleuaeth, cydweithio a’r ras i gyrraedd cynulleidfaoedd newydd. Beth all YouTube ei gynnig i ddarlledwyr, cynhyrchwyr a chrewyr cynnwys – a beth all y diwydiant teledu ei gynnig yn ôl?  
    Session sponsored by Boom Cymru.
  • 15.00-15.30: Break
  • 15.30-16.15: Wales’ Culture Strategy: Have Your Say
    Creative Wales. Your voice matters. Creative Wales wants to hear from the industry as it develops Wales’ new Culture Strategy. Share your experiences, views and priorities to help shape the future of culture in Wales.
  • 16.15-17.00: Reality Pitching Forum
    Live pitching challenge! Shortlisted production companies compete for the chance to create a new digital reality series following north Wales band Cordia. A celebration of fresh ideas, creative ambition and new opportunities, with the winning company announced on Day Two. 
    Please note: The Reality Pitching Forum has moved from 5 to 4 November. The winning company will be announced on Day Two, 5 November.
  • 19.30-21.00: Networking Event
    Dylan’s Llandudno
  • Additional Session
    15.30-16.30: PRS 1-2-1 (Menai Suite)

Thursday, 5 November

  • 09.00-09.30: Arrival & Registration
  • 09.30-10.00: Welcome - Geraint Evans, S4C Chief Executive 
    Geraint Evans opens Day Two of the conference with the launch of S4C’s new Diversity Strategy, setting out its ambition to reflect the whole of Wales, create more opportunities for new voices and talent, and working together to build a thriving, inclusive and creative sector.
  • 10.00-10.55: S4C Content Sector Meeting 
    Led by Llion Iwan, the session will include updates from commissioners across every genre on their latest priorities, creative plans and opportunities for the industry over the coming months.
  • 10.55-11.10: Break
  • 11.10-11.50: S4C Content Sector Meeting
  • 11.50-12.50: Reflecting the Sector’s Future
    What does the future hold for independent production companies in Wales? As the industry continues to evolve, our panel explores the challenges, opportunities and fresh thinking needed to adapt, innovate and thrive.
  • 12.50-13.35: Lunch
  • 13.35-14.35: S4C for Everyone: Representation and Diversity on Screen
    How can we ensure that S4C truly reflects the Wales we live in today? Bringing together voices from on-screen talent, production and S4C, our panel explores the importance of representation, the challenges of creating meaningful change and how the industry can work together to put diversity at the heart of storytelling.
    Session sponsored by Rondo Media.
  • 14.35-15.35: How to get your content funded- and is it worth it?
    What does it really take to get a production funded, and make it financially worthwhile? An open conversation with funders, distributors and industry experts, sharing their experiences, practical insights and lessons learned to help production companies explore opportunities, navigate challenges and thrive.
  • 15.35-15.50: Break
  • 15.50-16.50: Who cares about people? Duty of care in our industry
    What does duty of care really mean in the creative industries, and whose responsibility is it? Our panel shares experiences and insights on creating safer, healthier and more supportive working environments, and why putting people first matters. 
    Session sponsored by TAC S4C Training Programme.
  • 16.50-17.00: Winning Company Announcement: Reality Pitching Forum
  • Additional Sessions: 
    Commissioners 1-2-1 
    PRS 1-2-1
    (Menai Suite/Terrace)