Framestore: The World of Visual Effects
Theo Jones invites us into the ambitious world of visual effects, looking back at his work on projects including Harry Potter & Avatar. Thursday 9 November New technologies have transformed film forever. Awe-inspiring visuals can be seen in cinemas and streaming
Studio AKA: Developing Award-Winning Animations
Studio AKA Partner and Director Philip Hunt takes us behind the scenes. Thursday 9 November Studio AKA is a multi-award winning group of directors, designers, technical artists and writers always looking for new ways to tell stories through animation. Their clients
BBC Writersroom: Next Level Scriptwriting
BBC Development Executive Simon Nelson discusses the “dos” and “don’ts” of crafting a compelling script. Thursday 9 November BBC Writersroom works with emerging and established writers, offering practical advice on how to make a story stand out. It sits within BBC
From Vision to Reality: Unveiling the Secrets of Immersive Content Production
Join us for an engaging panel discussion that explores the dynamic production pipeline for immersive media content. Thursday 9 November Join us for an engaging panel discussion that explores the production pipeline for VR, AR, mixed reality (MR) and 360-degree video.
Identity and Diaspora: Heather Agyepong
Nephertiti Oboshie Schandorf will chair a masterclass from artist and actor Heather Agyepong, who will reflect on her experiences as a young Black woman and creating identities on stage and screen. Wednesday 8 November Heather Agyepong is a trailblazing contemporary artist
Viridian: Imagination to Reality – Designing Award-Winning VFX
Viridian discuss how to conceptualise visual realities and refine in-camera imagery, bringing imagined and fantastical universes to life. Wednesday 8 November Viridian FX creates high-end visual effects for film, TV and screen-based media, positioning itself as one of the leading VFX
BBC Film: Shorts – What’s the Point?
Alice Ojha and Anu Henriques will give practical advice for working in development with one of the world’s leading broadcasters. Wednesday 8 November Is it about the journey or the destination? Shorts are both a distinct creative form and a path
Nicolas Brown: An Insight into Producing
One of the leading producers in the UK, Nicolas Brown, will talk about his career. Wednesday 8 November Nicolas Brown is an experienced producer and executive whose work spans film and TV. Prior to joining Neal Street Productions in 2013, Nick
Gaming for Good? The Social Impact of Interactive Entertainment
What good are games? Meet video game industry experts in conversation on contemporary dilemmas and opportunities for games to do good. Wednesday 8 November What good are games? Can they answer questions about the climate crisis, violence against women and girls,
Youth, Rave, Pop Culture: Mark Leckey & The Art of Montage
Join Mark Leckey in conversation with Sarah Perks for an immersive, nostalgia-steeped talk about how to depict youth, rave, and pop cultures on-screen. Wednesday 8 November Years before the advent of YouTube, Mark Leckey (b. 1964) released Fiorucci Made Me Hardcore