About Us
The Pipeline Training Hub offers industry-led short courses and Masterclasses designed to meet the growing demands of the UK and global TV, film, and content creation sectors. We collaborate with leading UK agencies and international partners across the global screen industries.
Our expert team—comprised of seasoned industry professionals and University of Salford specialists ensure our course content is relevant, practical, and immediately applicable in the workplace.
Courses run year-round, and we also offer tailored training solutions for individuals and organisations. To discuss your needs, get in touch with The Pipeline team at: hello-pipelinemedia@salford.ac.uk
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At The Pipeline we are committed to supporting and developing talent for the screen industries, upskilling and providing CPD opportunities for a hugely diverse range of individuals.
We are committed to all forms of diversity and the creation of equal opportunity for everyone, including further areas of inclusivity such as individuals from low socio-economic backgrounds, diverse geographic locations, those with caring responsibilities.
Working with industry experts and partners to develop inclusive training solutions, always seeking feedback to continually improve ourselves and the courses we offer.
As part of the University of Salford we work together to continually strive for equal opportunities for staff, students and those who work with us.
Further information on this can be found here.
Meet the team @ The Pipeline
Creative Director
As Creative Director of The Pipeline I design and deliver skills-focused courses for the UK and global screen sectors, supporting future talent and industry growth. Astute and proactive with an ability to interpret complex briefs and communicate with small teams and large-scale institutions. 30 years’ experience spanning media, business, and academia; I specialise in developing and delivering Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses that are value-driven, innovative, and practical.
As Managing Director of Christine Pyke Media Ltd, I also provide bespoke career services including CV development, career strategy, networking and marketing workshops, and one-to-one mentoring for professionals at all levels in the media and business sectors. My consultancy work includes business needs analysis, and strategic development for a wide client base in the UK and internationally.
I am an experienced university lecturer (since 2001), a board member of Glasgow’s Ability Post Production Academy, and an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (PGDip, PGCE, M.Ed.). I also hold accredited Train the Trainer.
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Director of Operations
Sam Ingleson has worked in the School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology since 2000 as a senior lecturer in the visual arts, working in community engagement and industry-based knowledge exchange. In her current role she is responsible for the development of external relationships with Industry and the generation of new commercial income streams into the school.
The Pipeline training hub combines the pedagogical expertise within the school with the latest industry knowledge with the benefit of enabling access to our facilities and student community.
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Project Administrator
Lesley started her career within the art and design sector, undertaking a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design followed by an MSc Design Management. Combining working, along with being a part-time practising artist and family life led to Lesley working in a variety of sectors, developing additional skills in administration and customer service. With The Pipeline Lesley has returned to the creative sector where her passion lies, using her acquired skills in a small but highly skilled team providing industry led, specialised courses for the screen industries.
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