• ITN’s Mark Austin, who has been given his very own chatshow. He will be joined on the sofa by some high-profile, fascinating guests and promises to delve in to their lives and get the answers to the questions that we all want to know.

• Steven Moffat, Doctor Who‘s showrunner, who will share the secrets behind the continuing success of a beloved British institution.

• Dr Pamela Connolly who will interview pin-up turned reality star and entrepreneur Katie Price about living life under the media spotlight, in a special live edition of More4’s psychological talk show, Shrink Rap.

Other highlights include:

The Last Laugh – a talent search for the funniest person working in TV, which will feature as the Closing Session as part of the SUNDAY lineup.  Some of the biggest names from behind the camera with the nation’s top comics: Shappi Khorshandi, Russell Kane, Sarah Millican, Mark Watson, Steve Amos, Pete Johanssen and Kevin Bridges. Judges include Jill Offman from Comedy Central.

Jimmy Mulville, co-founder and Managing Director of Hat Trick Productions, will deliver the Richard Dunn Memorial Lecture. As a man pivotal in the creation of the critically-acclaimed BBC series Outnumbered, Have I Got News for You and Father Ted, he also knows how to turn commercial adversity into success.

Got to Dance - This year’s opening session will embrace the dance fever that is sweeping the nation as MGEITF stages its very own version of the Sky1, Princess and Shine TV show Got To Dance. Judges Ashley Banjo, Kimberley Wyatt and Adam Garcia invite entrants from the world of television to pull on their legwarmers and showcase their fancy footwork in this all-dancing extravaganza. From ballet to ballroom, any style and any age is welcome, from groups (maximum 15 people) to solo performances – if you’re brave enough.

EastEnders at 25 discovers the secrets of writing, producing and directing one of the most successful soap operas in the world. The masterclass, chaired by Danny Cohen, Controller of BBC Three, and featuring Charlie Clements (Bradley Branning), will explore how EastEnders skillfully tackles social taboos time and time again, helping to create defining moments of television. A

Andy Harries – one of the leading independent producers in British television with success ranging from Cold Feet to Wallander, The Royle Family to The Deal - will present a frank session looking at the changing face of drama and the challenges of raising co-production finance. The session will also explore his strong relationship with writers, his tricks of the trade as well as the highs and lows of an illustrious career.

If you are just starting out in your career, or aspiring to be in TV there are two schemes to help you get a head start, whatever your background:

Fast Track: 40 people with 2-4 years industry experience get the chance to network senior industry executives, and attend masterclasses, get a free delegate pass and heavily discounted accommodation. Previous fast trackers include Paramount’s Matt Tombs, Tiger Aspect’s Managing Director Andrew Zein, Katy Thorogood from ITV 1, and Life on Mars producer Cameron Roach.

Network: Successful applicants aged 18+ attend four FREE days of masterclasses, workshops and career chats to help you work out where you might best fit into the TV career landscape.

When?

Friday 27th – Sunday 29th August, 2010

Where?

Edinburgh International Conference Centre

How Much?

Standard: £500 + VAT

Members of PACT, Screen Producers Irleand and BAFTA: £400 +VAT

Freelance: £350 +VAT

Under 26/Student/Fast Track Alumni: £250 +VAT

Visit the MGEITF website to register.