Edinburgh Napier University

  This article reflects on how Scotland has cemented its status as an international hub for high-end television (HETV) production between summer 2022 and summer 2023, and discusses strategies to maintain continuous growth in the local screen sector in the coming years. After two unpredictable years due to COVID-19, the Scottish screen sector finally began to enjoy some level of ‘post-pandemic normalcy’ by the middle of 2022. Since then, significant amounts of new and returning HETV productions have taken place in the country, headed by global streaming platforms and UK-based producers eyeing the international market. The article discusses the significance of these projects for the promotion of Scotland in the global screen production market and their impact on talent development and employment opportunities across the local sector.