PRODUCTION & POST NEWS
STREAMLAND MEDIA FINALISES ACQUISITION OF TECHNICOLOR POST Streamland Media has completed the acquisition of Technicolor Post and integrated its services into Streamland’s picture, VFX, sound and marketing divisions. The acquisition brings new artists, technical experts and strategic locations to Streamland, solidifying the company’s commitment to support a global network of award-winning talent in service to post production. “We have one clear vision: to build our global network providing best-in-class services with passionate individuals who are dedicated to creative excellence,” said Streamland CEO Bill Romeo. “We are excited to provide our clients with this expanded pool of top-tier talent, innovative technology and additional sites in Toronto and Atlanta.” Streamland’s executive leadership team incudes Sherri Potter, Robert Rosenthal and Jake Torem. Potter will oversee the company’s worldwide picture and VFX services, which include Picture Shop, The Farm and Ghost VFX brands. Potter, who previously served as president of Technicolor Post and Technicolor VFX, was the first female president of a global post-production business. Under her leadership, the company collaborated on numerous Oscar and Emmy Award-winning productions. Rosenthal will continue to lead all sound services for Streamland Media, under the Formosa Group banner. Torem will oversee Streamland’s marketing services.
JEFFREY A. REYES JOINS LEE FILTERS AS US GENERAL MANAGER
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Panavision company, LEE Filters, the wellknown manufacturer of lighting gels and photographic filters, has lured Jeffrey A. Reyes to lead the company’s operations in the US as general manager. Reyes will be based at LEE Filters’ US office in Burbank, California. Reyes joins the firm from equipment and expendables retailer Filmtools, where he served as sales manager for direct production and Latin America. He has also held key sales roles with ARRI, ZGC, Band Pro and Samy’s Camera, and is an associate member of the ASC.
MBSE AND NETFLIX ANNOUNCE ‘BRING TO LIGHT’ TRAINEE SCHEME Created as a partnership between MBSE and Netflix, Bring To Light is a newly-created trainee programme designed to offer a direct route to the film and television industry. Bring To Light has been tailored specifically to offer enthusiastic people, from a diverse range of backgrounds, the industry-specific knowledge and experience to help launch their career as a film and television electrician, or in one of many specialisations within this field. Netflix’s Alison Small commented, “Bring To Light provides the opportunity to enter the world of film and television, armed with essential skills and invaluable, real-world experience. We’ve been delighted with the response to the programme so far. It really is wonderful to see the initial intake of trainees settling into their roles with MBSE.” During their first year, trainees work throughout MBSE’s specialist departments, learning the terminology and techniques required to build a solid understanding of the different types of equipment, along with their correct, safe operation. As trainees progress through the programme they will have the chance to apply this knowledge, working as part of an electrical department on a Netflix production at Shepperton Studios. Toby Dare, MBSE operations director added, “We’re proud to be providing these young people with access to proper, safe, industry-based training. The skills they will learn here will undoubtedly be of value as they progress their careers. This first intake of trainees is a fantastic group who clearly have a desire to learn.” Along with the hands-on and on-set experience, Bring To Light gives trainees the opportunity to make contacts and build relationships, which will be so important throughout their careers. “Once our trainees have worked through the MBSE departments and worked with actual crews on Netflix productions, they should have the confidence to walk onto any film or TV set and assist on productions of all size and genre,” said Small. “It’s great to be seeing them all benefitting from Bring To Light and the opportunity it provides.”
10 MAY 2021 CINEMATOGRAPHY WORLD
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Behind the mask: Front (L-R)MBSE HR Manager Gemma Upton, Alison Small, Toby Dare Second row: Bring to Light trainees Rebecca, Kyi, Michael and Alfie
