Our Judges


Our esteemed judges consist of an array of industry leaders across Broadcast, Podcast, Media & Publishing, all with an interest and focus on True Crime. They will be asked to consider originality, production values, research, ethics and sensitivity, all whilst bringing their unique insight and expertise to the process.

Consultant Forensic Psychologist
Kerry Daynes
Vice President, Content & Partnerships
Audioboom
Northern Editor and Crime Reporter
The Sunday Times
CEO & Founder
Woodcut Media
ITN Editorial Diversity Partner & Senior Correspondent
ITV News, London
Head of News and Factual Podcasts, Global
Global Media & Entertainment
Commissioning Editor
Channel 5
Head of Podcasts UK & Ireland
Spotify
Writer
& Broadcaster
Deputy Chief Executive
Prison Radio Association
Managing Director
ITN Productions
Executive Producer
Podimo
Founder & Managing Director
Whistledown Studios
Founder & Executive Producer
CrimeCon US
Co-Founder
Chalk + Blade
Commissioning Editor and Head of Talent
A+E Networks UK
Deputy Editor
Crime Monthly
Broadcaster & Producer
Head of Programme Strategy
SKY Crime
VP of Content and Production
AMC Networks International UK
Chancellor of Manchester University & Former Chief Crown Prosecutor
Managing Director
What's The Story
Executive Producer
Arrow Media
CEO/ Creative Director
Transistor Films