In this episode of The Modern Tuition Podcast, we sit down with documentary filmmaker Lauren Jacobs — a BAFTA-nominated director with over 15 years’ experience creating powerful, human-centred films for platforms including Netflix, the BBC and Channel 4.

Lauren joins us to talk about her journey into documentary filmmaking, from early career steps to directing the BAFTA-nominated series Knife Edge: Chasing Michelin Stars, with Gordon Ramsay as executive producer. She shares what it’s really like working behind the scenes in the industry, the skills that matter most, and how storytelling can open doors into new worlds and perspectives.

Whether you’re a student interested in film and media, a parent, educator or tutor, this episode offers valuable insight into the creative industries — and practical advice on how to start build ...