HELLO WAKEFIELD…
Welcome to Production Futures ON TOUR!
Today you will have the chance to network with a variety of professionals who create worldleading live events, festivals, arena shows, TV shows, films and adverts along with the virtual production and immersive technology that support their hidden job roles. We hope you get the most out of this experience and take advantage of the training opportunities, learn from some of the best in the industry and network with multiple potential employers.
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Remember that YOU are the future, and your feedback is crucial to help us improve this fantastic experience as we grow.
Thank you again for being a part of Production Futures ON TOUR. Have a great day!
Hannah and The PF Team
THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS
HANNAH EAKINS PRODUCTION FUTURES
HARRISON PAGE FIX8GROUP
TECH TALKS: 80SIX, BROMPTON TECHNOLOGY, ROE AND DISGUISE
TAIT PRESENTS:
SERENA BLISS CREATIVE ALCHEMY
RORY WARNER NEG EARTH LIGHTS
10:30 Transferring Your Skill Set Into Live Event Production
11:00 From Live To Virtual Production: Charli XCX, Adele and Heartstopper
11:30 Discover The World Of Automation
12:00 Opportunity Validation Gpt: A New Era In Creative Strategy
Interview 12:30 The Power of Industry Placement Programmes
TERRY KING SIX ONE LIVE MICAH WILLIAMS EAGLE VISION TV Talk 13:00 Versatility Behind The Stage: Finding Your Creative Edge In The Evolution Of Live Production
MIRUSHA JEGATHEESWARAN ITV
GRAHAM MILLER 4WALL
KATIE BAMBRIDGE ACCESS INDUSTRY
13:30 Transferring Skills Into The World Of Broadcast Engineering
14:00 Glastonbury Coldplay Pyramid Mapping Projection
14:30 Apprenticeships: The Benefits of Earning and Learning at the same time
Come and watch our LIVE podcast being recorded with special guests popping in all day so come and meet them and we will ask them your questions!
TRAINING & WORKSHOPS
Chauvet Professional Workshop
STAND: 43
Join lighting manufacturer CHAUVET Professional and Product Training and Support Specialist, Pete Davies, as he introduces you to the world of lighting for Live Events and Entertainment. Pete will take you under the hood of the latest moving head fixtures from CHAUVET Professional showing you a quick overview of the packed technology inside, how it is used to create different outputs & effects, and how it is controlled. Pete will also share insights into the world of lighting, discuss ways into the industry, and hidden job roles. Plus share further training details of free sessions for students to learn skills employers are looking for including DMX Networking and how to maintain Moving Lights!
11:45 | 13:15 - Under The Hood - Moving Lights
ChamSys MagicQ Lighting Control Training
STAND: 14
Looking to learn more about the world of lighting and control? Join our sessions to get hands-on with the software and hardware used on the world’s largest stages to create and control amazing light shows. In our Intro sessions, we will give you a crash course in patching fixtures, creating cues, using palettes for busking and creating some great FX on the latest ChamSys consoles with visualisers so you can see your show come to life in real-time! Get registered below and we look forward to seeing you create your light show!
10:30 | 12:00 | 13:30 - Introduction to MagicQ Lighting Control 11:30 | 13:00 - Drop-In Session
Vectorworks
STAND: 40
Visit Vectorworks to explore how to create stunning 3D designs for concerts and live events. Come for a demo at the Vectorworks stand and find out more about the new pre-viz feature, “Showcase.” Stop by to ask questions and see how you can enhance your work with Vectorworks.
Intro sessions will be continuously running all day ‘On demand’.
EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR
ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR
LIVE EVENT PRODUCTION NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
FESTIVAL PRODUCTION NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
TOURING PRODUCTION NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
VENUE PRODUCTION NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
MUSIC PRODUCTION NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
BROADCAST PRODUCTION NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
AUDIO NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
PRESENTING THE CATEGORIES FOR
THIS YEAR’S AWARDS
LIGHTING NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
VIDEO NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
RIGGING NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
AV NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
FILM PRODUCTION NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
SPECIAL EFFECTS NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
EVENT CO-ORDINATION & LOGISTICS NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATION NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
SOCIAL MEDIA PRODUCTION & MARKETING NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
TECHNICAL INNOVATION IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR
SPONSORED BY
AKSHAY KHUBCHANDANI
ALFIE BROAD
ALICE JENNER
ALVIN MUREITHI
AMELIA KAPSZEWICZ
ARUN RANA
ATHENA COSBY
BECKY WINROW
BEN BURNSIDE
BEN NUTTALL
BEN SUGRUE
BEN THOMAS
BEN WILLIAMS
BILLY COATES
BRANDON SMITH
CHLOE FRENCH
CHRIS WILCOCK
CLARA SOUSA-SHAHEED
CONOR GIBNEY
DAVID HOWARD
DEMI TAYLOR
EDEN MCLACHLAN
EDUARDO BERNAL PEREZ
ELEANOR O’DONOGHUE
EMA GAZDIK
EMILY WILSON
ESHA GOPAL
GRAHAM EGERTON
HANNAH SMITH
HARRY HONYWILL
HATTY CADMAN
HOLLY JACKSON
HOLLY JASMINE KILVINGTON
HONEY FERDINAND
HRITHIK MEHAN
JAMES BLACKALL
JAMES BROAD
JAMES FURZER
JAMIE LAWRENCE
JAYDEN CORCORAN
JEFFREY OYINLOLA
JENNY MCDOWELL-LANGFORD
JESS PARKER
JESSICA AMBROSE
JOSEPH PIERRE JENNINGS
JOSH BRINDLEY
JOSHUA WARNES
KARISA KAYE
KATIE HADDOCK
KAYLEE HECKFORD
KELLY BUCKLEY
KEVIN KWIEK
LARA MEPHAM
LOU ROCHDI
LOVENEESH RAMDAWON
LUC GIBBONS
LUCA TANKARD
LUCAS GOODIER
LUCAS WHITE
MACY O
MADALENA NICOLAU
MARIA VELASQUEZ
MARIA-ELIZA RADU
MELISSA URBAN
MIA HETHERINGTON
MICA SEFIA
MIRIAM BELL
MIRUSHA JEGATHEESWARAN
NADINE PARKER-JONES
NADU PLACCA
OLIVER HEWITT
OZZI OSMAN
RACHEL AXTON
REECE BURDON
ROBYN TEMPLEMAN
ROSS GILMOUR
SAM TEBBUTT
SAMUEL HAGGER
SAMUEL TOLPUTT
SEBASTIAN COX
SHIRA COLOMBICK
SHORTY
SILVIA-THEODORA TEODORESCU
SIMMI RYATT
STEFANOS RIZOYANNIS
STUART GREEN
TAYO RIO WILSON
TESS CARTER
THOMAS ASPESS
TIA SIMPSON
TOM JOWETT
TYLER HAINES
VAINQUEUR LIGHT
VINIT PATEL
WILL GRUBB
WILL HURN
WILL SWAIN
WILLIAM HAUGHEY
COMPANY LISTINGS
4 WALL STAND: 42
We are a global audiovisual service provider with locations across Europe and the US, including over 200,000 sq. ft of warehouse space in the UK, providing solutions for concert, touring, TV studios, exhibitions, virtual events and corporate sectors. europe.4wall.com
80SIX STAND: 25
80six is an independent video technology company supporting the world’s creative visionaries in live entertainment, concert touring, virtual production, film & drama, TV & broadcast, sport and corporate events. We lead visual innovation by integrating existing and emerging technologies, inspiring new ideas and delivering visual excellence. www.80-six.com
ACADEMY OF LIVE TECHNOLOGY STAND: 3
The Academy of Live Technology is where live industry learns. It’s everything that goes into creating live experiences, at the heart of where it all happens. academyoflivetechnology.co.uk
A.C. ENTERTAINMENT
TECHNOLOGIES
STAND: 22
AC-ET are one of the largest single-source suppliers of professional entertainment technologies and related services. Our brands cover a wide rangeof lighting, audio, rigging and video products, with backup from a knowledgeableand experienced team. www.ac-et.com
AUDIO VISUAL SECURITY STAND: 47
Trade Distributors of Professional Lighting, Video, Audio and Special Effects Equipment. www.audiovisualsecurity.co.uk
ACCESS INDUSTRY
STAND: 5
Here at Access Industry, we offer apprenticeships in a range of subjects within Music & Events, Digital and Marketing. Apprenticeships offer a different kind of educational experience to traditional BTECs and A Levels, allowing you to ‘learn while you earn’ accesstoindustry.co.uk
ADAM HALL STAND: 34
As a German engineering manufacturer of solutions for music equipment, integrated systems, live events and industrial applications, we cover almost every area of modern event and AV technology with our comprehensive product portfolio. www.adamhall.com/gb-en
ALPHA CREW STAND: 35
Providing top level event crew and staff to the most prestigious event production companies and venues around the world. www.alphacrew.co.uk
COMPANY LISTINGS
AUTOGRAPH SOUND STAND: 29
Autograph is considered a cornerstone of the industry and the premier theatre sound design and equipment rental company in the world. Whilst we’re still providing sound across a majority of West End Shows, we also provide sound and audio-visual solutions globally, for corporate clients, immersive experiences, places of worship, leading educational facilities, festivals, cruise ships and more. www.autograph.co.uk
AVOLITES STAND: 16
Avolites is a high-performance United Kingdom-based technology developer andmanufacturer of state-of-the-art visual canvas (lighting control) consoles,media servers, networking products and dimmers for the entertainment industry. www.avolites.com
BBC STAND: 36
Whether you’re a school leaver, graduate or looking to start something new, you’ll find everything here that you need to know about the early careers opportunities at the BBC have on offer to give you a head start into a career you’ll love. careers.bbc.co.uk
BLACK LIVES IN MUSIC STAND: 49
Talent is distributed evenly, opportunities are not! Black Lives in Music addresses the current inequality of opportunity for Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse people aspiring to be artists or professionals in the Jazz and Classical music industry. www.blim.org.uk
BROMPTON TECHNOLOGY
STAND: 24
Brompton Technology is the market leader in LED video processing for live events, film and television. Its Tessera system is used on everything from huge global world tours to pioneering virtual production and XR studios. www.bromptontech.com
CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL
STAND: 43
We pride ourselves on being the thoughtful, forward-looking choice for Lighting Professionals, offering a carefully focused selection of lighting products that open new design possibilities and make it easier to deliver quality lighting projects. www.chauvetprofessional.com
CONFETTI
STAND: 8
We’re a creative institute at Nottingham Trent University with campuses in Nottingham and London. Over 2,000 students use our top technology and expert tutors to launch careers in music, gaming, TV, film, and live events and more. www.confetti.ac.uk
CHAMSYS TRAINING
STAND: 14
Get your hands-on MagicQ consoles which offers powerful lighting control withfeatures that lighting designers have come to rely on, plus chat with our team all about the world of lighting control www.chamsyslighting.com
DISGUISE
STAND: 27
Disguise is the industry-leading platform at the heart of the new era of visual experiences. One powerful integrated system to create the next generation of real-time spectacle from the world’s biggest live shows and most immersive xR broadcasts to the most ambitious virtual productions in one end-to-end workflow. www.disguise.one/en.
ER PRODUCTIONS STAND: 19
ER Productions is an international, award-winning laser show & laser system design and special effects specialist, with credits spanning high profile events, advertising, television and worldwide concert tours.
www.er-productions.com
ENTEDI
Our extensive range of entertainment technology solutions includes static and moving lights, rigging solutions, control systems, and more, catering to a range of industries. www.entedi.com
EVENT APPRENTICESHIPS STAND: 51
Apprenticeships open the doors to people from all backgrounds and ages, to gain experience and relevant professional qualifications within the events industry. Our aim is to break down barriers of entry, specifically where experience is needed, and to attract a new broader pipeline of talent in addition to the university graduate route. www.eventsapprenticeships.org
EVENT CONCEPT STAND: 31
EC is a creative event agency and production company. We seamlessly blend agency thinking and production company doing, delivering extraordinary events and everlasting experiences. www.eventconcept.com
FIX8GROUP STAND: 30
FIX8Group delivers innovative, engaging and memorable live, hybrid and virtual experiences. We re all about working with our clients and partners to create the best creative and technical solutions. www.fix8group.com
FREIGHT MINDS STAND: 45
Freight Minds is the fastest growing specialist international logistics provider. A passionate team of experts, providing reliable, on-time logistics support, moving equipment globally, for the live events, music & entertainment industry. www,freightminds.com
GALLOWGLASS GROUP STAND: 44
Gallowglass Crewing, established in 1996, provides comprehensive local crew support services for corporate events, exhibitions, festivals, theatres, outdoor events, film & TV, sporting events, and ceremonies. www.gallowglass.com
GUILDHALL SCHOOL STAND: 7
Guildhall School is a vibrant community of musicians, actors and production artists in London. Ranked first in Arts, Drama & Music by the Complete University Guide, we deliver world-class training in partnership with leading companies and ensembles www.gsmd.ac.uk
INTERFACIO
STAND: 46
We have expertise and specialist knowledge of a number of specific market sectors within the media technology industry. Our knowledge and passion allows us to offer a unique insight and understanding of our clients’ goals and our candidates’ experience.
www.interfacio.com
ISCVE
STAND: 48
The ISCVE is a professional body representing members and supportingmembers across the sound, communications, and visual industries. The Institute promotes best practices, standards, andprofessional development. www.iscve.org.uk
KB
EVENT STAND: 2
Specialists in event transport and logistics. Providing support for music events, exhibitions, concerts and worldwide stadium tours since 1992. Leading the way in sustainable transport solutions. www.kbevent.com
LIGHTS CONTROL RIGGING
STAND: 32
Lights Control Rigging are an award winning lighting rental company, specialising in concert touring and live events. www.lcr-rental.com
LIPA STAND: 10
LIPA is a world-leading provider of university level performing and creative arts training, offering exciting three-year degree courses in Filmmaking, Management, Sound Technology, Theatre & Performance Design, and Theatre & Production Technology. www.lipa.ac.uk
MARTIN AUDIO
STAND: 39
Loudspeaker & Electronics manufacturer. Loudspeakers, Amplifiers, Processors. www.martin-audio.com
NEG EARTH LIGHTS
STAND: 18
Founded in 1983 by Dave & Pip Ridgway,Neg Earth Lights is a leading, independent lighting and rigging supplier Neg Earth supply industryleading equipmentto world-renowned music tours, festivals, and live productions. www.negearth.co.uk
NOWIE
We are a community & network of women in events striving for a more equitable events industry www.nowie.org
PHOENIX BUSSING
STAND: 1
Established in 1988 and since that time we have built a reputation as one of the foremost suppliers of quality sleeper buses to the music business in europe. www.phoenix-bussing.co.uk
COMPANY LISTINGS
PRG
STAND: 23
At PRG, we are a global organisation driven by a collective passion to create memorable moments that connect with audiences and create long-lasting cultural memories. PRG is at the forefront of setting industry standards in an ever-evolving field. Be part of our journey at the intersection of innovation and technology! www.prg.com
PRODUCTION FUTURES CONTENT LOUNGE
STAND: 52
Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Eventbrite, Insta and TikTok @ productionfutures and check out our jobs website www.productionfutures.com.
PSA
STAND: 53
The PSA is the trade association for companies and individuals involved in the live event production industry. Our aim is to represent, improve, educate and develop the business of technical production for live events.
www.psa.org.uk
PROLIGHT CONCEPTS
STAND: 37
We are an international distributor of professional, innovative luminaires, audio equipment, truss and accessories, servicing the entertainment, professional installation, architectural and leisure markets. are an international distributor of professional, innovative luminaires, audio equipment, truss and accessories, servicing the entertainment, professional installation, architectural and leisure markets.
www.prolight.co.uk
RIEDEL COMMUNICATIONS
STAND: 28
Riedel Communications is a leading provider of live production tools in the worlds of media, sports and entertainment. www.riedel.net
ROBE LIGHTING STAND: 15
Robe is one of the world s leading moving light manufacturers, recognised for its innovation, quality engineering and dedication to the highest production values. Based in the Czech Republic, Robe is proud of its independence and private ownership. www.robe.cz
ROE VISUAL EUROPE STAND: 26
ROE Visual is a globally leading LED display manufacturer. We have a drive for innovation and adhere to offering only the best possible solutions. That s why our clients love to work with us, time-and-again. www.roevisual.com
ROSE BRUFORD COLLEGE STAND: 11
At Bruford, all our design and production courses are built to get you ready for a career in the performing arts industry. Choose from degrees spanning Costume Production, Creative Lighting Control, Design for Performance, Stage Management and more. www.bruford.ac.uk
COMPANY LISTINGS
ROYAL CONSERVATOIRE BIRMINGHAM STAND: 6
Meet the course team from our BA (Hons) Stage Management degree. We provide in-depth, practical training; producing confident graduates ready for a successful career in the industry.You’ll gain industry experience while developing the skills needed.
www.bcu.ac.uk
ROYAL CENTRAL SCHOOL OF SPEECH AND DRAMA STAND: 4
The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama is a small specialist institution of performing arts, and has a long history of training leading performance practitioners, including; actors, prop-makers, sound designers and many more.
www.cssd.ac.uk
ROYAL CONSERVATOIRE SCOTLAND STAND: 9
Established in 1847, RCS is a dynamic international community of artists. Here you’ll develop your craft, create new work, and collaborate across art forms in one of the finest multi-disciplinary environments in the world.
www.rcs.ac.uk
RWS GLOBAL STAND: 33
As the world’s largest producer of groundbreaking live entertainment, RWS Globalcreates meaningful connections and customized experiences spanning fromtheatrical productions to events, multimedia and more. www.rwsglobal.com
SOLOTECH STAND: 17
With 20 locations worldwide, Solotech is a global leader in audiovisual and entertainment technology. Whether you are looking for Live Productions specialists or Systems Integration professionals, Solotech are leaders in the field.
www.solotech.com
STERLING EVENT GROUP
STAND: 38
Sterling Event Group is one of the UK s leading technical event production and hire companies. Our work is split across the whole spectrum of live event sectors including corporate, private, public, sporting and live music. www.sterlingeventgroup.co.uk
TAIT STAND: 21
TAIT exists to imagine beyond expectations to create moments that transcend. Our global multidisciplinary team works with clients in the realms of Live, Location Based Experience, Brand Experience, and Placemaking to develop and deliver unforgettable events and innovative live experiences around the globe. www.taittowers.com
THE POWER OF EVENTS STAND: 50
The Power of Events is THE place to go to find out about the UK Events Industry. The platform showcases the 7 core event industry sectors as well as information about the industry at large, including the five routes into a career. www.thepowerofevents.org
UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
STAND: 12
At Derby we have been teaching Entertainment Engineering for 25 years and our graduates are working across the industry and around the world at the highest levels. You will gain real-world experience of mounting live events on this highly practical course, guided by a team of experienced professionals.
www.derby.ac.uk
VARI-LITE
STAND: 41
The pioneers of the moving light industry are on hand to talk all about lighting technology, sustainability, and exciting careers in the world of manufacturing. www.vari-lite.com
VECTORWORKS
STAND: 40
Vectorworks Spotlight is the market-leading solution allowing you to design, document, pre-visualise, and produce shows and events. With extensive tools, Spotlight helps you go from concept to fully created model within a single workflow.
www.vectorworks.net
Production Park Campus Tours
Our Production Park campus is home to where the world’s greatest live events and experiences are made and staged. Explore and get to know more about the industry-leaders that call Production Park home, the likes of TAIT, ROE Visuals & 4Wall, and our specialist educational & research facilities at the Academy of Live Technology (ALT).
Campus tours will depart at 12 noon, 1pm & 2pm and will last 1 hour.
On the tour, you’ll visit:
• TAIT offices, Assets & Integration
• Virtual Production studio: Postgraduate studies Mo-Cap teaching demonstration
• ROE Visuals Showroom
• ALT Studios 002 & 003
• 4Wall
Book your place on a campus tour at Studio 005 reception
Wednesday 27 November 2024 | 3-6pm | Wakefield
YOU’RE INVITED!
Join us for an afternoon of celebrating the hard work of industry newcomers across Live Events, Music, Festival, Music, TV, AV, Theatre, TV, Broadcast and Film production
Tickets for the awards event are FREE, whether you’re a nominee or guest. Spaces are limited so if you cannot attend, please ensure that you cancel your ticket.
ENJOY COMPLIMENTARY FOOD AND DRINKS
Bao Buns with Sticky Pork Belly or Kabocha Burnt Ends
Crispy Sticky Chicken and Kung Pao Shrimp
Thanks to: Szechuan Style Tofu & Eggplant
Sticky Jasmine Rice and Pad Thai Rice Noodles
Coconut & Mango Sago Puddings and Lava Bao Assorted Flavours
Bar serving drinks throughout PRIZES
FOR ALL
Whether you’re an award winner or attending to celebrate and network, all guests have the chance to win!
We’ve got some fantastic prizes up for grabs.
GET THERE FOR 3PM TO BE IN WITH THE CHANCE OF WINNING:
AWARD WINNER PRIZES
Special Guest Judge Mentorship:
3 x 1-hour sessions with industry experts
Exclusive Sponsor Prizes: Factory visits, work experience opportunities, training, travel bursaries to the ISE show in Barcelona
ALL GUESTS HAVE THE CHANCE TO WIN!
3 x £500 Driving Lesson Bursaries
3 x £75 Asos vouchers
Industry SWAG: T-shirts, hoodies, water bottles, backpacks, and more
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SEE YOU THERE! SCAN FOR YOUR TICKET