Paul Higgins Legacy Lecture 2023

What will the event cover? 

Paul Higgins MBE was integral to the creation of Media Cymru - an early-stage believer, ideas man and champion. When Media Cymru was in development, Paul helped to shape their ambitions in areas including virtual production, skills and business development – all through a lens of inclusion and advocacy.  

The annual Paul Higgins Legacy Lecture will have these themes and values at its centre, educating and networking those in the sector, and specifically encouraging those looking to enter the industry. 

What attendees will get out of the event? 

The inaugural lecture will focus on Paul’s passion for investing in and supporting local talent with a talk from Producer John Giwa-Amu, CEO of Good Gate Media about his work and activity in Wales and across the world on titles including Don’t Knock Twice, The Machine, The Party, Deathtrap Dungeon and Count Me In.  

The Newport Film School alum worked closely with Paul during his career and credits him with giving him the inspiration, encouragement and mentoring to start his new company Good Gate Media. 

Who is this event for? 

Open to anyone who wants to network with those working in the media in South Wales and celebrate the life of Paul Higgins. 

If you have any dietary, language or accessibility requirements such as allergies, level access, simultaneous translation, or a quiet room, please enter the information in the relevant box when booking your ticket. 

Host Bio 

Media Cymru is a Consortium with a shared aim – to turn Cardiff Capital Region into a global hub for media innovation with a focus on green and fair economic growth. Their vision is to make Wales a green, fair, and economically sustainable hub for media production and innovation, where Research and Development is embedded into the thriving media sector.