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4/8/2016 1 Comment

12 Extra's Mistakes You Might Have Missed

1. Stormtroopers never seem to be able to hit anything, except for doors.
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Ever noticed this very famous movie mistake where the stormtrooper bangs his head?
2. The man in the back might need some help with his technique.
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If I were Bond I'd be very suspicious of a man who doesn't know how to use a sweeping brush.
3. Not many people know but The Invisible Man makes a cameo in The Dark Knight Rises.
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Take note of the fella in the background who seems to be fighting a losing battle with thin air.
4. How not to win a war.
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The extras in this battle scene seem like they've not grasped the concept of fighting, more like shuffling and bumping.
5.  At least there won't be much to clean up after this not-so-bloody battle.
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The extras in Gladiator seem to have a similar ethic. Also notice the guy in the centre who seems far too happy that he's fighting in a war.
6. Maybe its a force kick.
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This could have been easily avoided, never shoot a stunt like this from the side.
7. This guy saw the future and that future was a CGI wheel.
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Never have the words "Look busy!" been so misunderstood.
8. This kid thinks he's the director "Move in closer"
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Sometimes people get a little too big for their boots like this kid who obviously wants a different job.
9. Maybe give her soup next time.
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This actress is part of the main cast and I think its fair to say "she'll be waiting a long time to put the food in her mouth cutting it like that."
10. Some guys are just in the wrong place at the wrong time.
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I can't work out how this guy managed to get there without realising.
11. This guy clearly wanted a bigger role.
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That man's overdramatic "Stop, Drop and Roll!" is definitely the standout focus of this shot.
12. Some extras are a little too happy to go the extra mile.
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Never thought I'd see someone look so happy running into shark infested water.
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4/7/2016 4 Comments

OPEN CASTING CALL - YORKSHIRE LADS 16-20

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​***OPEN CASTING CALL***


An upcoming Feature Film is open casting YORKSHIRE LADS aged 16-20 for lead roles

SATURDAY APRIL 16th in LEEDS

no acting background required.
all ethnicities welcome.

CONTACT ELLIOT ON 01132443222
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4/7/2016 0 Comments

SOCIAL & DIGITAL PRODUCER – NEIGHBOURS

"FremantleMedia Australia is the country’s market leader in the creation and production of entertainment brands."

"FMA produces some of the country’s most-viewed, most-talked about and highly respected programs."

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FremantleMedia Australia (FMA) is the country’s market leader in the creation and production of entertainment brands. FMA produces some of the country’s most viewed, most talked about and highly respected programs such as The X Factor, Family Feud, Neighbours, Wentworth and Grand Designs Australia. FMA is also the market leader in the creation and production of digital media content. 
FMA is currently seeking a Social & Digital Producer to join their Neighbours Production. This position will report to the Senior Social & Digital Producer - Neighbours and will be responsible for the creation and delivery of multi-platform digital and social media content for FMA’s premiere drama, Neighbours. This content will be published on official websites in Australia and the UK, and social media channels. 
The main responsibilities for this position will include: 
  • Working with the Senior Social & Digital Producer and key production stakeholders to identify opportunities to extend key storylines into the digital space.
  • Strategic forward planning of weekly multi-platform editorial in line with key story points for upcoming episodes.
  • Project managing, producing, shooting and/or editing digital and social media content (video/still image etc) for the official website and social media platforms, ensuring all digital content is engaging, innovative, fun and shareable.
  • Together with the Senior Social & Digital Producer, liaising with FM Marketing and Communications, Channel 5 and Network Ten for reversioning of content to UK and Australian audience and time zone, and bespoke requests.
  • Maximising content acquisition with show talent for the series and leveraging talent owned social media channels.
  • Together with the Senior Social & Digital Producer, planning and writing/scripting weekly digital content (episodic previews, behind-the-scenes interviews, galleries, editorial, Skype interviews, promos etc).
  • Live community engagement on official Neighbours social media platforms during broadcast in Australian time zone.
  • Responsible for quality control and the maintenance of a high level of production values. 
  • Working with the Head of Digital & Social Content and Senior Social & Digital Producer to deliver to the high-level annual digital strategy as agreed with the Executive Producer and Director of Drama.
  • Continually innovating and optimising digital and social media content to maximise commercial return for networks multi-platform.
  • Optimisation of digital and social content on an on-going basis as needed. 
  • Monitoring key soap and drama competitors locally and globally throughout the year to ensure Neighbours remains ahead of the innovation curve.

To be successful in securing this role the candidate should possess 2 years relevant industry experience coupled with a love and extensive knowledge of television/pop culture. The right candidate will be experienced in creating online content, have previous experience in editorial/journalism/feature-writing and be an active user of social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat. Additionally, the successful candidate will possess excellent written and verbal skills and have experience using Photoshop, Premiere Pro and Sitecore CMS or equivalent. Basic shoot and edit experience would be advantageous.

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4/6/2016 0 Comments

BBC Production Apprentice Scheme

"Our mission: To enrich people's lives with programmes and services that inform, educate and entertain."

"Our vision: To be the most creative organisation in the world."

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Contract Type Fixed Term – Full Time 
Closing Date 18 April, 2016 
Job Category TV and Radio Production 
Business Unit Academy 
Location Birmingham, London, Salford, United Kingdom

Job IntroductionIf you want a career at the BBC, if you’re passionate about making exciting, new content for TV and Radio, or if you want your ideas to contribute to changing the BBC’s digital landscape, then there’s no better place to start turning that dream into a reality than through gaining a place on the BBC Production Apprentice Scheme.
Offering more opportunities than ever before, the 2016 Production Apprentice Scheme is looking for applications from talented, creative people with fresh, new perspectives and ideas to join our programme-making and multi-platform teams.
We want our new-joiners to help us ensure that the BBC continues to create outstanding diverse content for TV, Radio and through our Online content, so we would like to hear from you, no matter what your story or life experience. It's not about where you are from, it's about where you are going.
If you have a passion for producing brilliant content, and are serious about a career in the media, then this really is a great opportunity for you.

Role ResponsibilityProduction Apprenticeship (Level 3) The BBC Academy is working with a London college to develop best-in-class courses to give apprentices a world-class foundation in Production. This is a year-long programme where you will get to work on a range of content in the BBC, while studying towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Providing an excellent practical understanding of Television, Radio and Online production processes, this apprenticeship will equip you with knowledge and experience that will place you well for applying for future production contracts.

The Ideal CandidateWhat do you need to be a great BBC Production Apprentice? 

We will be looking for people who :
  • Are passionate about wanting to produce content for TV, Radio and online – whether that’s in a Creative, Production Management or Craft Skills role
  • Will offer a new perspective to the BBC that will help us reflect our audiences better
  • Have a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude and are prepared to work unpredictable hours
  • To be eligible for this scheme you must be aged 18 or over and not have or be working towards a qualification higher than a level 3 or A level (including HND, level 4 BTEC, degree etc) by the time course starts in September 2016.
  •  No qualifications are needed – we are much more interested in your attitude, potential and creativity.
About the CompanyWe don’t just focus on what we do – we also care how we do it and how we treat each other and our audiences. Strong team working is highly valued as is a commitment to shared goals. Please make sure you’ve read about our values and behaviours in the document attached below. You’ll be asked questions relating to them as part of your application for this role.

Closing Date 18 April, 2016

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4/5/2016 0 Comments

Trainee Sound Supervisor at ITV Studios

"ITV, where creativity, diversity and collaboration put us right at the heart of popular culture"

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Trainee Sound Supervisor – ITV Studios - 12 Mth FTC
UK-North West-Manchester
ITV is the biggest commercial television network in the UK. Behind every famous ITV face, there are hundreds of others, all doing their bit to make things happen. 

We are looking for a Trainee Sound Supervisor to join our fast paced environment here at ITV Studios, to work as a fully operational Sound Operator, including Gram Operation and Floor Sound and train to work up to the role of Sound Supervisor.

Our Trainee Sound Supervisor will work closely with the Senior Sound Supervisor to deliver sound excellence in the studio environment, be reactive, adaptable and organised, with a hands on approach, they will be strong team players and always prepared to go the extra mile. Previous background in broadcast media and experience of working in studio production would be advantageous but not essential. A keen interest in Sound is key.  

This role will involve relationship building with relevant departments to ensure the smooth running of all productions. In addition to this you will be responsible for assisting with rigging and de-rigging of sound equipment mainly in studio, and occasionally on continuing drama and on location. You will report technical problems and ensure the appropriate use, storage and transportation of equipment.

The successful candidate will have experience of studio floor work, grams operating and guarantee engineering. You will be conversant with Calrec sound desks, Riedel communication systems, Sennheiser radio microphones, Phonak IFBs and SpotOn playback software. Competency and speed with either Reaper, Cubase or Audition editing software will also be required. You must possess excellent people skills and be capable of swift and creative problem solving.

Knowledge and understanding of health and safety legislation, company working agreement and working time regulations is advantageous.

Closing date for applications: 7TH APRIL 2016

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4/5/2016 0 Comments

Script Editor, CBBC Drama Independents

"Our mission: To enrich people's lives with programmes and services that inform, educate and entertain."

"Our vision: To be the most creative organisation in the world."

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​Job Introduction
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BBC Children’s is the BBC in miniature – a 24 hour a day multi-platform service for children that blends high-quality comedy, sport, drama, factual, entertainment, news, most of which is home grown.

As the UK’s only public service broadcaster for kids, our job is to help inform, educate, entertain and inspire the UK’s 0-12s. We’re passionate about encouraging the next generation to be the most imaginative, most resilient and most curious they can be. Tomorrow’s authors, dancers, coders, nurses, engineers, inventors and citizens are our audiences of today. 

Role Responsibility

BBC Children’s requires an experienced script editor to perform all script editing duties on independent drama productions commissioned by CBBC and to help coordinate BBC pitching process for independent children’s dramas. Many of CBBC’s most successful dramas (eg MI High, Roy) are made by independent companies.

The Script Editor Independents works closely with the Senior Drama Producer Independents to ensure that the working relationship between CBBC and the drama producers is strong and productive and that the scripts for independent children’s drama productions are of the highest quality, conform to editorial briefs and are completed and delivered on schedule.
Our dramas are usually multi-platform deliveries, broadcasting on television as well as providing content for the CBBC website and we actively explore innovative narrative forms cross platform such as Dixi and Secret Life of Boys. The role involves working closely with producers and script editors on independent production teams, advising teams on network strategies and supervising story arcs, giving detailed notes on story-lines and scripts, and helping to co-ordinate the BBC pitch process for independent children’s drama.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will have knowledge of editorial and other compliance policies and a passion for and experience of digital storytelling.  They will have a thorough knowledge of script sources and the availability and potential of emerging writing talent and take a creative approach to cross platform delivery of narrative.

The ideal candidate will show an understanding of copyright law, Writers Guild agreements, contracts and the legal implications of the production process and appreciate the financial consequences of editorial decisions.  You must have a minimum of 2 years Script Editor experience preferably across a broad portfolio of output & excellent interpersonal/communication skills

Package Description

This role is offered as permanent, full-time position based in Salford
It is banded at Grade:  7P Continuing Staff Contract
Interview will take place W/C 11th or 18th April
About the Company
 
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4/5/2016 0 Comments

URGENT FINAL CASTING CALL - SKATEBOARDERS 16+

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WE ARE LOOKING FOR TEENS WHO CAN SKATEBOARD FOR A POPULAR DRAMA FILMING IN SHEFFIELD.

FILMING FRIDAY 8TH IN SHEFFIELD!

IF YOU'RE AVAILABLE PLEASE CALL VICTORIA ON 01132443222 WITH THE REFERENCE 'SKATE'. 

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4/1/2016 0 Comments

The Magic of Visual Effects

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In this day and age Visual Effects are the make or break aspect of any film that strives to create realistic, awe-inspiring and breathtaking scenes. From creature design to new environments, exciting mechanics to astonishing "natural" landscapes, Visual Effects broadens the horizons of a filmmakers arsenal.
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Sometimes the films are so realistic and believable that the audience don't even bother to question it but could you imagine some of your favourite movies without the assistance of Visual Effects? Here are some clips of some of your favourite movies before and after these talented VFX artists worked their moviemaking magic.
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JURASSIC WORLD (2015) // IMAGE ENGINE
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JURASSIC WORLD BREAKDOWN REEL from Image Engine on Vimeo.

Jurassic Park (1993) redefined the visual effects industry and opened the door for many of the movies we adore today. Jurassic World (2015) followed suit and created some of the best Visual Effects of the year which most likely are the reason for its huge success at the Box Office.

THE WALK ​(2015) // ATOMIC FICTION
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THE WALK Visual Effects Breakdown Reel from Atomic Fiction on Vimeo.

Part of the magic of VFX is the time bending skills the artists possess. The Walk (2015) takes us back to 1970s New York where the landscape had to be reconstructed, including the recreation of the Twin Towers.

CHAPPIE (2015) // IMAGE ENGINE
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CHAPPiE BREAKDOWN REEL from Image Engine on Vimeo.

Motion Capture is by far one of the VFX industry's strongest weapons and Chappie (2015) uses it in abundance. Though struggling to receive the critics support, Chappie's amazing Visual Effects established the film as a visual treat worth indulging in.

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER (2014) // INDUSTRIAL LIGHT & MAGIC
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Despite Marvel's already huge fan base, the films under their belt wouldn't be nearly as successful without the time and effort of the VFX department. A superhero movie without the explosions, ambitious technology and superhuman skills would be a total disappointment. Thank god for the VFX wizards who worked on Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014).

THE GREAT GATSBY (2013) // ANIMAL LOGIC
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The Great Gatsby VFX from Chris Godfrey on Vimeo.

It's a huge task to undertake, making an audience believe something is there that really isn't and believe it or not The Great Gatsby (2013) is heavily reliant on it. This film wouldn't be anywhere near recognisable without the fantastically convincing visuals and extravagant digital sets.

THE WOLF OF WALL STREET (2013) // BRAINSTORM DIGITAL
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The Wolf of Wall Street VFX Highlights from Brainstorm Digital on Vimeo.

One of the favourite films of 2013, The Wolf of Wall Street was a huge critical and commercial success but to some it may be surprising that so much Visual Effects were present in many of the scenes that seemed so real proving that the VFX artists' attention to detail is like successfully finding a needle in a haystack.

PACIFC RIM (2013) // RODEO FX
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Pacific Rim - VFX Breakdown from Rodeo FX on Vimeo.

Monsters and giant robots. Without Visual Effects this film would just look like a load of actors behaving like absolute loons. Mixed reviews critically, Pacific Rim (2013) didn't fail to rake in copious Visual Effects nominations during the awards season for its visual feast.

GRAVITY (2013) // RISING SUN PICTURES
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Gravity (2013) was one of the most groundbreaking Visual Effects pieces in recent years and developed a series of new technologies and methods to achieve the photorealistic and breathtaking effects littered throughout the film. The VFX artists who worked on this masterpiece will go down in history.

LIFE OF PI (2012) // RHYTHM & HUES STUDIOS
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Full of stunning visuals, Life of Pi (2012) was truly a spectacle to behold on the visual effects front. With hypnotising colours and unbelievably realistic creature animation, it is hard to believe that a film about a boy on a boat could be so visually captivating.

THE AVENGERS (2012) // INDUSTRIAL LIGHT & MAGIC
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The majority of this mesmerising film wouldn't exist if it weren't for the Visual Effects department and  their unfathomable talent. These people are the gods of film, able to raise cities to the ground, transform men into monsters and create entirely new worlds. The Avengers (2012) makes use of all these talents to create a truly spectacular movie.

X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINE (2009 // RISING SUN PICTURES
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An unfinished cut of this film was leaked and many people got to see the realities of the Marvel universe. We can confirm, however, that Hugh Jackman's superhuman physique is in fact real.

GODZILLA (2014) // THE MOVING PICTURE COMPANY
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If you think this film would've worked better with men dressed in latex suits then you're sorely mistaken. Godzilla (2014) directed by former VFX wizard Gareth Edwards is heavily reliant on Visual Effects and Edwards understands the importance of this. Its easy to see why Edwards has been pencilled to direct the next Star Wars film.

MAZE RUNNER (2014) // METHOD STUDIOS
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What if the sets you see in films aren't really sets? What if they're actually completely created in a computer? Would you still believe it? Of course you would, you do it every time you watch a film nowadays and The Maze Runner (2014) is testament to that. Full of awe-inspiring scenes and settings, this film creates a vision of a world far removed from ours yet we still feel part of it.

PROMETHEUS (2012) // THE MOVING PICTURE COMPANY
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New worlds, frightening creatures, astonishing landscapes and sensational technology. Prometheus (2012) was a triumph at the box office for its astounding visuals. What better way to evade the troubles of reality than to escape to a beautifully enchanting new world where anything is possible.

WHITE HOUSE DOWN (2013) // THE CG BROS
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An insight into the horrors of war, White House Down (2013) creates a believable fiction that seems all too real. With terrifying explosions and strikingly realistic landscapes created entirely from scratch, Visual Effects artists truly are the inventors of new worlds.
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4/1/2016 0 Comments

Top 5 April Fools 2016

It's April the 1st, the day where the internet explodes with the latest April Fools jokes, here are our favourites from 2016. Let us know which is your favourite and what you've done this April Fools.


1) T-Mobile are bringing a new way to binge watch TV into our lives. 

2) With the recent announcement of the London Regeneration Project, Pimm's has created a new meaning for 'Pimm's O'Clock'.

3) Looking for fully immersive viewing? Neither are we. However, for those that do, Google will have your eyes hooked.

4) Looking for new ways to save money? MyVoucherCodes has changed the way we see discounts. 

5) The latest face to Me Banking is...

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3/29/2016 0 Comments

Technical Assistant - Emmerdale

"ITV, where creativity, diversity and collaboration put us right at the heart of popular culture"

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Technical Assistant - Emmerdale
UK-Yorkshire & Humberside-Leeds
Emmerdale is one of ITV’s most successful long running drama series, regularly pulling in viewing figures of over 7 million. We are currently looking for a Technical Assistant to provide support to our sound department.

As one of our Technical Assistants, you will provide first line technical support for our Sound Department and Production in acquiring the best possible sound whilst filming on location and in the studio.

You will have gained experienced working with a wide range of technology including (for example) cables, microphones, Fisher booms, fishpoles and radio microphones and have a strong credit list, which includes drama production, to demonstrate this.

We will look to you to be flexible, reliable, punctual and organised, you must also be passionate about development and extending your knowledge.  You will thrive in a fast paced environment and will be confident in liaising with various individuals and departments in a professional manner.  Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to be flexible with regards to working hours - production days are long and this is a manual handling role. Driving duties are also part of this role.

Emmerdale is recorded both in a studio, working with Fisher booms and fishpoles in a multi-camera environment and out on location where you will be required to operate fishpoles during the recording of scenes.  In addition you will have to drive a van between Base and Locations; rig and derig specialised sound equipment both before and after the shoot begins.  

This is very much an entry level position into the Sound Department and we are looking for self-motivated individuals eager and ready to learn and pursue a career in Sound.

Our people are our greatest asset and, as an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to work both in front of and behind the cameras.

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