About Us

Last Updated on 30 June 2026

David Thomas Media Ltd

David Thomas set up his training business in January 2005. He runs most training himself, but also draws on a network of experienced professionals to carry out training when he’s otherwise engaged.

David Thomas Media’s stated vision links communication, understanding and quality of life.

We also have a guiding principle which expresses the importance of our clients’ interests.

About David Thomas

David is a highly experienced broadcaster, trainer and manager, with a special interest in communication and organisational skills.

He has trained freelancers and other creative people at the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, as well as the entertainment and theatre unions BECTU, Equity, NUJ and the Musician’s Union.

He has also trained other trainers in how to get the best out of remote learning using Zoom and other online tools.

His media training is focussed on charities and NGOs. Clients include Age UK, Mencap, the Disasters Emergency Committee, Islamic Relief and The King’s Fund, as well as a range of NGOs at the United Nations.

He was involved in radio and online production for more than 20 years, mostly with the BBC World Service and local radio. His expertise has taken him all around the world, working with broadcasters from Eastern Europe, the Far East, Africa and the Caribbean.

David loves working with freelancers who are frightened of spreadsheets, and charity spokespeople who would rather run a mile than talk to a broadcast journalist.

His interests are film (especially obscure East German movies), music, and travelling the world.

^{David helps some trainees with a cash flow exercise
(Photo: © Kate Willoughby)}

How to contact David

All the details you need are on the Contact Us page.

We mainly use LinkedIn, but also have a Facebook page.

Our Policies

NB: We’ve updated our privacy policy in light of GDPR.

For more on the way we work, see our code of professional practice and our terms and conditions.

You can also download our policy documents below:

Health and Safety Policy (pdf, 1 page)
Equal Opportunities Policy (pdf, 1 page)

Read our cookie policy here.