Job at Red Bee Media

From Tim Nicholls:

I have enjoyed reading the alumni blog (I am not an LSM graduate but I did take some LSM modules as part of my course at the School of Computing). A runner position has just arisen at my company, Red Bee Media, that would probably suit recent School of Media graduates. It’s a runner’s job in the post production department that provides all manner of services for Channel 4. It should be a good ‘foot in the door’ here at Red Bee Media. We are industry leaders in a number of broadcast, video on demand and creative services. Its also a good opportunity to gain experience at Channel 4. The deadline is rather tight (17th March), and details are here: http://www.redbeemedia.com/careers

Post Production Job at Princess Post Productions

From alumnus Nick Frend:

Princess Post Production are looking for a Post Production Apprentice, a newly created trainee position.

Princess Post provide a full range of services, including: location data management, edit, online and audio mix through to final delivery to broadcasters. There are post production facilities at both Princess Productions and Shine TV offices. To apply please contact Paul Jones – Head of Post Production paul.jones@princesstv.com 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

Postgraduate Student Conference 2013

Graduate-SchoolFrom Catherine Hughes at the Graduate School:  We will be hosting the 7th Annual Postgraduate Student Conference on 18th April 2013 at Riseholme Park Conference Centre in Lincoln.

Postgraduate refers to all PG students, including Masters Taught and Research as well as Professional Doctorates and PhDs. All staff including professional and support staff are welcome, as are undergraduate students.  See here for conference details and to book your place.

 

Internship Bill Fails

Hazel Blears’ Internship Bill failed to be get a second reading in parliament last week.  Sabina Usher writes in the Independent “It was (an) important step in the campaign to stop unpaid internships and demonstrate that asking young people to work for free is unacceptable, and not to mention potentially illegal under national minimum wage law. While it wouldn’t have totally eradicated the practice, the Bill would have reduced these internships’ number and visibility and begun the process of necessary cultural change.”

Is this good or bad news for media production graduates? What do you think? Continue reading

Wanted – Blue Peter presenter

The BBC is launching a talent show to find a new presenter for Blue Peter.

CBBC’s Dick and Dom will host the search for someone to join the present team of Barney Harwood and Helen Skelton. Contenders will have to win their way through a series of challenges to reach the final, where the winners will be chosen by CBBC’s audience.

Anyone interested in being considered for the Blue Peter position, must email bppresentersearch@bbc.co.uk for details on how to apply. Continue reading

Internship Vacancies

From Careers and Employability: We have had lots of local vacancies through lately for great companies, and had very few applicants. Have a look at these at Zazzle Media ……

Marketing Executive (1)

Marketing Executive (2)

…….and Epix Media – Junior Video Assistant

For support on your applications contact Helen: hmccarron@lincoln.ac.uk

First year Alex Faulkner works with Aperture Films

Aperture Films asked me if I was able to go and work with them in New Mexico as follow up work to a previous project I worked on with them in December 2011 in Los Angeles, California.  Obviously, when they asked me, my immediate response was yes!  I was eager and excited, but I was also a little anxious, as it would be only the second time I’d flown alone.  I made my flights and travel arrangements around 3 weeks before the actual day of travel, which is cutting it fine, but made the whole experience even more exciting!  On Friday 8th February I travelled to Heathrow airport in London in readiness to fly to Dallas, Texas, to meet up with the crew from Aperture Films. We would then travel together to Roswell, and then to Carlsbad, New Mexico to work on the set for a film they’re about to start filming for the US National Park Service.

This is me as PA and BTS working with Aperture Films

This is me as PA and BTS working with Aperture Films

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