Category Archives: Moving Image

History on Television book

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Routledge, 2013

Routledge, 2013

This book is a good read if you’re interested in the process involved in the representation of history on television. It is a culmination of an AHRC-funded research project, called ‘Televising History 1995-2010’, by Professor of Cultural Studies Ann Gray and Senior Lecturer Dr Erin Bell.

Erin said their book “considers the representation of the past on television through factual programming.  Beginning with the question ‘why does history on TV look the way it does?’, and drawing on interviews with media professionals, historians, archivists and archaeologists, as well as undertaking analysis of a range of factual programming, from Who do you think you are? to Timewatch.   Continue reading →

Jobs at WFTV

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WFTV Home PageWomen in Film and Television, the leading membership organisation for women working in creative media in the UK, is looking for two exceptional candidates to fill key full-time roles, working to CEO Kate Kinninmont, and helping to build on the outstanding success of the company. Full details. Continue reading →

Lotty McWilliam, class of 2008

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Today, I sit here four years on, as Eon’s Production Manager and apple certified editor, having worked on a multitude of diverse projects and having gained some fundamental experience. Many graduates may dismiss the idea of working in corporate production, but I couldn’t have hoped for a better start in the industry.

The phrase, ‘right place, right time’ has certainly rung true since I left the safe haven of University life. Continue reading →

Grant talks about working on “Mr Selfridge”

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As well as working as a lecturer in the LSM, Grant Bridgeman is in demand as a professional broadcast sound recordist. He recently worked on ITV’s smash hit, Mr Selfridge.

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Lincoln Shorts – only days to go!

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Final reminder: Lincoln Shorts 2013 starts at the Drill Hall this Friday. A great chance to see what Lincoln film makers have to offer this year. Come along and be inspired! Previous post

KTP – Media Associate (Fixed Term)

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From Michelle Davis: This post has been created as a result of an exciting and innovative Partnership in Knowledge Transfer scheme (PiKT) between Cable Telecommunications Training Services Ltd (CTTS) and the School of Media at the University of Lincoln.

The project aims to develop the company’s new media capability in areas that include: e-marketing, supplementary training aids, e-learning, and investigate novel delivery and distribution approaches. Continue reading →

Try the BBC Academy

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If you have not yet discovered it, have a long look at the BBC Academy website, and in particular the College of Production. There is a wealth of useful information about working in broadcasting, and not just in the BBC.

“About the BBC Academy: Continue reading →

Warner Brothers – an illustrated history. Today!

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Visiting Professor Eric Hartley Senat, Film Producer and former Senior Vice-President of WB, is giving two presentations this evening. No need to book.

6-8.30pm: ALL welcome (LSM and friends), in JACKSON LECTURE THEATRE, Brayford Campus

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Thurrock Film Festival 2013

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Thurrock International Film Festival,  the UK’s fastest growing short film festival,  is now looking for entries for its second annual festival. 

Anyone can enter a short film to one of seven categories.

Early bird prices are in effect until March 1st and make the entry fee as low as £2.50 for student and under 18 entries and £5 for regular submissions for other categories. Continue reading →

Production Manager and Sound Recordist Wanted for Feature Film

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From Robert Telezynski:

I am a graduate filmmaker who has recently returned home to Lincoln. Having had some previous success with some of my short films (BFI awarded, Edinburgh International Film Festival, Cannes Film Festival) and recently completing the FilmWorks development and networking scheme through the BFI and Creative England has enabled me to move forward into directing my first feature project. Continue reading →