About
TOVS was the first television freelance agency of its kind established in 1986 by two ex-ATV (now ITV) TV employees in order to have just one central number for booking freelance personnel. Recognised as the leading freelance staff suppliers, TOVS works with a wide variety of clients in TV and film from preproduction to postproduction. With our friendly staff and our quick responses to client requests we have established a reputation for ourselves as being helpful and efficient as well as being fun. So whether you are an employer or an employee please do not hesitate to contact us with any queries you may have.
THE TEAM
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IRENE HANLEY After working at ATV (now ITV) Irene became aware that it was difficult to crew up freelancers without a one-stop centre to do so. She then co-founded TOVS, which successfully solved this dilemma. Today she maintains relationships with our client base serving all sectors within the television and film industry as well as looking after the diaries for all crew. Responsible for the daily running of the business, she works closely with Marlen to bring together a team that maintains its professionalism without losing its “good sense of humour”! Her Irish lilt and charming wit together with her passion for the business means she is the glue that holds us all together. |
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MARLEN COLLINS An MA Advanced Theatre Practice graduate, Marlen has been part of the team at TOVS since 2005. During this time she has progressed from Admin Assistant to Office Manager and onto Bookings Co-Ordinator establishing the trust of both the members and clients. Along with Irene, Marlen manages all the diaries striving to aid both freelancers and clients’ wishes in the most proficient way possible. Her astute and candid outlook along with her bright sparkle ensures an exceptional service to all. |
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FRANKIE PATMAN As a Film & English Literature graduate Frankie has a flair for the arts as well as a slight sock obsession which she will tell you all about if you ask nicely! Her upbeat temperament and sense of humour make her the perfect addition to our team! Frankie started with TOVS in 2010 as our trusted Admin Assistant and has now made the leap into bookings alongside Irene and Marlen. |
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KAYLEIGH MANN Kayleigh has been looking after us all here in the office at TOVS since April 2011. She has definitely learnt a lot in her time at TOVS so far, including that you are more likely to be booking an Aston Op than an astronaut to work on an OB. It is this quirky side that means she slots in perfectly here in TOVS land. |
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