Shinfield Studios joins FOCUS London as the 2024 Conference Sponsor

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 28, 2024. Posted in General Interest

Berkshire based Shinfield Studios, one of the UK’s newest additions to its studio facility roster, will join FOCUS London 2024 as its conference sponsor. The state of the art space, completed in Spring of this year most recently contributed to the filming of 1980’s reboot You Bet starring Holly Willoughby and Stephen Mulhern. As the largest new studio in the UK, the 18 stage facility is a welcome addition to entice international projects to the country.

The emPOWER Breakfast redefines self-care at FOCUS London 2024

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 27, 2024. Posted in General Interest

FOCUS London 2024 is excited to welcome The emPOWER Breakfast on Wednesday 11 December. Founder Athene Parker moderates the panel along with three industry leaders, exploring the question of Is Self-Care a Dirty Word in an Uncertain World, discussing how to maintain the optimal balance between physical, mental and emotional health in the high octane of the screen industry business and the coping mechanisms to navigate the workplace.

EUFCN announce jury for 2024 Location Awards

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 26, 2024. Posted in General Interest

The European Film Commissions Network (EUFCN) have announced their jury for the eighth edition of the EUFCN Location Awards. The Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements in the world of locations from the submissions made by EUFCN members. This year’s jury consists of fiver film industry professionals who will select the shortlist of five final contenders and vote for the ultimate winner of the 2024 Awards.

Advertorial: Introducing SuperScout - new industry-led location database software

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 20, 2024. Posted in General Interest

Calling all location scouts, managers, agencies, film commissions, and more. If your work involves some aspect of locations, this one is for you. SuperScout, the groundbreaking location database software, designed specifically for the film/tv industry, is making its first-ever public appearance at FOCUS this year. Come by their stand (L20) to try out a 2 month free trial, exclusive to FOCUS 2024.

CAMA Group launches Asset Flow

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 20, 2024. Posted in General Interest

CAMA Group have announced the launch of their new asset management software for the film and TV industry, AssetFlow. Made up of film, logistics, technology and sustainability experts, AssetFlow builds on CAMA’s AssetStore, providing digital solutions for the support of studios, productions, and storage facilities. Co-founded by CEO Michaele Apostolides and CTO Tristian Roberts, the once in-house software within the CAMA Group can now be used on a wider base for clients needing to manage their storage inventories.

Advertorial: Region of Madrid- A leading hub for audiovisual production in Europe.

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 19, 2024. Posted in General Interest

The Region of Madrid has established itself as a pivotal force in the audiovisual industry, supporting the best films and series created by regional production companies through its funding for project development. Thanks to these grants, many productions have earned nominations and awards at prestigious national and international events, including the Oscars, Platino Awards, Goya Awards, and Forqué Awards.

fivefold studios brings virtual production to Wales

Written by Kianna Best on Nov 6, 2024. Posted in General Interest

Wales has welcomed new state of the art virtual production facility fivefold studios situated at the infamous Dragon Studios. Launched to elevate the fil and TV infrastructure of the region, the site boats studio and office space measuring in at 12,000 sq. ft, as well as a 5000 sq. ft fixed green screen cove, Europe’s largest.

UK VFX tax credit boost to start in new year

Written by Kianna Best on Oct 30, 2024. Posted in General Interest

During today’s reading of the UK budget, marking the first for the Labour government  since coming into power in July,  the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeeves has confirmed an increased VFX tax incentive. Spending on VFX will be eligible for a net rebate of 29.5% and exempt from the overall 80% cap on spending eligible for film and TV tax relief. To avoid production delays, the starting date of the uplift will be available to projects with spending incurred from 1 January 2025, with claims for the rebate starting from 1 April.