Ritz ‘PREMIERE’ Short Film Festival Night

premiere_festival_150hA CHARITY FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR THE RITZ REGENERATION PRESENTS

‘PREMIERE’ Short Film Festival – A Collection of Films by Lincoln Film Makers, including the premiere of ‘State Of Mind’ which was part filmed using The Ritz as a location

22nd April Monday 7.00pm – 9.30pm.  Bar open from 6.00pm with exclusive ‘Ritz Orginals’ Movie Art Poster / Postcard Sale. Book here. Are you a Lincoln Film Maker and have a short film to submit? Continue reading

International recognition for Lincoln filmmaker

A leading filmmaker from the University of Lincoln has been shortlisted for a prestigious international award in recognition of his pioneering work to document the on-screen heritage of the Midlands. Andy McKay, Principal Lecturer in Media Production at the Lincoln School of Media, researched and produced Nottingham on Film 1920 -1980 as part of the Midlands on Film series. The DVD has now been named as a finalist in the category for ‘Best Use of Footage in a Home Entertainment Release’ at the FOCAL International Awards 2013. Continue reading

Degree Show 2013 – advance notice

From, Gemma Pass, Chair of the LSM Degree Show Committee 2013

Wednesday 5th to Friday 7th June

This year’s degree show is not just a showcase of the work that we have produced but also a chance to share this work with potential employers. We have structured the show over a three day period with the first being dedicated to sharing our experience with young people from across Lincoln. Continue reading

Sheffield Doc/Fest MeetMarket 2013

From TV Mole: Sheffield Doc/Fest’s MeetMarket is an opportunity to pitch your documentary or factual TV show idea to commissioners, buyers and funders from around the world in a carefully curated speed-pitching event.

Applications close:  5pm UK Time on Wednesday March 20th, 2013. Continue reading

Find out how to fund your film

Funding Film: From event organisers Mike Gould and Julian Bushell:

We’re back with our first event this year. Our last event in December sold out (we thought it would do, given the panel,) and we have another great panel for you. Don’t be disappointed – book early if you can.

Deloitte Auditorium, 1st Floor, 2 New Street Square, London EC4A 3T, Wednesday 6th March (7pm – 10pm). DISCOUNTED TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW AT £12.50 FOR A LIMITED PERIOD ONLY (FULL PRICE £25) Full details, including panellist profiles

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School News

From Sarah Barrow:

More and more of our students are signing up for the Lincoln Award  – a great scheme to help them think about all those extra-curricular things which could be of use when looking for a career and/or further study. If you are interested, just contact Jess Shields – jshields@lincoln.ac.uk. Details of the scheme can be found here. Continue reading

Meet the Freelancers – a personal view

Follow JordanI did wonder why LSM graduate Jordan Livermore left his first job in 3D film, to launch himself as a runner. I‘m beginning to understand now, having gone along to “Meet the Freelancers”, an event suggested and organised by Jordan, hosted by the LSM.

Jordan’s idea was to pass on the wisdom and experiences of fellow freelancers Nick Cramp, James Gurden, Jude Winstanley and Andy Devonshire, as well as to give his own take on the business. Together they did just that. Jordan started with this:

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Jordan hosts “Meet the Freelancers”

LSM graduate Jordan Livermore presents “MEET THE FREELANCERS”, on Tuesday 11 Dec at 2pm in the Cargill Lecture Theatre.

Jordan has always been keen to put students in the picture about working as a freelancer ever since he began working a a runner in London, so he has organised this event to help current LSM students. They will be able to meet an array of freelancers working in UK TV today and ask them questions about how they got work and how they keep it.

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Media City open event

From BBC Future Media: Media City Open Event, Salford. Tuesday, 11 December 2012 from 15:00 to 20:00. Book here.

The Future Media division is responsible for all of the BBC’s digital media services. We are actively recruiting for a wide variety of technical roles in Future Media. Representatives from BBC Recruitment and the Future Media Graduate scheme will be here to talk about the opportunities available.

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Enterprise and Employability Week

From Lesley McCarron:

Enterprise and Employability Week and Find Your Feet Fair
12-16 November 2012

The week will include a host of different events open to all students, recent graduates and all alumni of the University of Lincoln. Continue reading