Special Award: Jocelyn Stevenson

Jocelyn Stevenson. whose work includes Fraggle Rock, Charlie Chalk, and Mopatop’s Shop, has received the BAFTA Special Award.

Stevenson was given the award on Sunday 22 November in recognition for her outstanding contribution to children’s media. As a writer and producer Stevenson has devoted her career to delighting and entertaining children.

Helen Blakeman, Chair of BAFTA’s Children’s Committee, said: “Jocelyn has been integral to the children’s television, film and games industry over that time, creating well-loved favourites and iconic brands. All her work has one thing in common: creative excellence.”

Stevenson started her career on Sesame Street and worked for many years as a writer and producer for the Jim Henson Company. She was also Chief Creative Officer at HIT Entertainment, Creative Director at TT Animation and Executive Creative Producer for film and television projects at Mind Candy. Stevenson’s credits include Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock, Charlie Chalk, Mopatop’s Shop, The Hoobs and Bob the Builder.

Reflecting on her career, Stevenson said:

“I have been privileged to have worked with some of the most talented people in the industry throughout my career, and I look forward to celebrating with them on such an exciting night.”

A BAFTA Special Award is one of the academy’s highest honours recognising an outstanding contribution to film, games or TV. You can see more recipients in our Awards database.

For more inspiring stories from the world of film, games and TV, explore our BAFTA Award Stories section.