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On this week’s This Is MediaCity, dock10’s Head of Production Innovation gives a fascinating insight into what’s possible now and what could be happening in the future for broadcast technology.

Technology powers dock10 studios and Richard Wormwell is in charge of pushing the boundaries, to see where media production can head next.

This isn’t just about using technology for the sake of it, it’s about pushing creativity, and also how the studios are working with producers to get the most value from their budgets and how to help them choose the most sustainable options.

It’s a podcast which covers everything from Stephen Fry walking with dinosaurs in a mind-blowingly large virtual set, to Match of the Day, Olympics and much more.

It may also be a relief to some parents out there, because on Fortnite could help you land a job in the screen sector. The growth of Unreal Engine and potentially using major gaming platforms to broadcast the next generation of shows may not be that far away.

#dock10 #MediaCity #Technology #Innovation #Media #UnrealEngine #Fortnite #StephenFry #Dinosaurs #Virtual #VirtualProduction #Olympics #MatchOfTheDay

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He’s worked with Tom Grennan for Gillette; had beds singing Queen tracks; and when Bruce Springsteen needed a studio fast - the first call was Gary Hilton at Gas Music.

Gas Music has been based at MediaCity for almost a decade and works with brands and broadcasters to create perfect music tracks.

That includes the likes of The Best A Man Can Get for Gillette, or creating the music for BBC’s Winter Olympics, Euros and much more.

Today we discuss everything music composition and licensing, but also the trends, the history and what the rise of Artificial Intelligence means for the music industry.

More than that, Gary is campaigning to showcase the North West to larger brands and agencies, to bring more work and jobs to the region.

#Music #TomGrennan #BruceSpringsteen #AI #Dreams #Gillette #Creative #MediaCity #Composition #Licensing #Brands

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Today we are joined by a pair of famous pups, as Animal Direction’s Davinia Hamilton-Maddox and Rachel Bean bring Tehya and Maycee to the studio.

Animal Direction provides a whole host of animals to the screen sector, from advertising pet products to becoming household names, with appearances on Late Night Lycett and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 

Yes, the fox red labrador, who Joe Lycett called Linda Biscuits, is owned by Rachel.

They tell us what classes as a normal day in their lives and how important animal welfare is on the set of television, film and commercials.

We’ll also find out why cats need to be within half an hour from their home; a shocking production request; their funniest on set stories; and much more…

And if you want to watch all the action, head to our website for the video version.

#8outof10cats #LindaBiscuits #JoeLycett #Welfare #AnimalWelfare

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Today fresh from winning a couple of Emmy’s Krygon Studios’ Bradley Harris joins us on the This Is MediaCity podcast sofa.

Starting out in games and working on franchises including Lego and Harry Potter, he’s now doing more 2D and 3D work across screen. He’s also bringing his knowledge of creating games into the screen-sector to pioneer new ways of working.

Based at MediaCity, Krygon Studios’ biggest piece of work to date is on the biggest screen on the planet, the Las Vegas Sphere. The UFC films saw the full international animation team shortlisted for 5 Emmys.

Bradley also talks about getting into the games industry, the journey to where he is now and why his current games project may be his last.

#LasVegasSphere #Sphere #UFC #Worms #Gaming #HarryPotter #MoCap #Emmy #Animation

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From The Voice and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, to Match of the Day and the eChampions League*, dock10 has filmed them all.

And today they’ve invited us into their studio, as This Is MediaCity goes on the road - well down the lift…

Andy Waters is Head of Studios at the Tardis-like complex at MediaCity and gives us insight into how it all works and how to put on major shows.

He also explains what makes dock10 so important to the sector and how to ensure that productions continue to come to the North of England and provide employment.

Also have you ever wondered how to measure a studio in double-decker buses, elephants and whales? Well, wonder no more. Andy also reveals how he really only applied for the job to have a nosey around at the new studios!

* The eChampions League was the secret production setting up next door, that we couldn’t talk about!

#8outof10cats #Countdown #MatchOfTheDay #MOTD #TheVoice #Dock10 #MediaCity #Studios #Esports #eChampionsLeague #Filming #BehindTheScenes

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Top presenter and podcaster, Chris Hawkins joins us on this week’s This Is MediaCity.

He’s usually the one asking the questions, so today it’s a rare chance to hear what makes Chris tick, his radio inspirations, his love for music and working in the North West. BBC Radio 6 Music is based at MediaCity.

We also chat about his hit podcast, How To DJ, plus his hugely successful music events, Q&A Sides, which mix interviews and acoustic sessions.

Despite the early morning call - Chris has joined us straight from his show - expect lots of great music anecdotes, "Names in Songs" and tips for aspiring presenters.

#6Music #BBC #ChrisHawkins #MediaCity #HowToDJ #Q&ASides #Music #Interviews #Presenting #DJ

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Here's a taster of This is MediaCity - our brand new podcast series hosted by journalist, producer and director Stephen Chapman – founder of MediaCity based 39 Pictures and produced by talented University of Salford graduates. Our lively weekly podcast will feature MediaCity’s finest from cutting edge creatives to rising stars with a few well-known faces in between.

Each Friday we'll speak to broadcasters, business leaders, tech innovators and more. MediaCity may be our home, but our guests are making an impact across the world of media, technology and beyond.

This Is MediaCity is here to give you all the insight, whether you're working in the media, want to work in the media or just want to find out what goes on behind the scenes of your favourite shows.

Some of our guests so far: Peter Salmon, Lucy Meacock, Chris Hawkins, Noelle, The Lowry, Wise Owl and many more...

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As Lowry marks its 25th anniversary, we speak to Matt Eames, Head of Theatres at Lowry about what makes it so special.

We’ll also see the latest Lowry360 exhibit, which celebrates one of LS Lowry’s most famous pieces of art in a truly immersive way.

We’ll discuss some of the big highlights of this year, plus where they want to be in the next 25 years, from discovering new talent, to bringing in major West End and Broadway premieres.

You can still book tickets for Lowry360 and some of the celebration events, including Dear England and many more...

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The World Premiere of Stories Brought To Life arrives in MediaCity this weekend and we speak to the man behind it all.

Rich Storton is the General Manager of FRAMELESS Touring and has spent years working with the National Portrait Gallery to create this unique immersive experience.

He joins us to talk about what we can expect and how difficult it was to pull together.

The experience brings portraits to life like never before, including Winston Churchill, Charles Darwin, Queen Elizabeth I, Queen Elizabeth II, Ncuti Gatwa, Audrey Hepburn, Dorothy Hodgkin, Mai, Nelson Mandela, Emmeline Pankhurst, Grayson Perry, Mary Seacole, William Shakespeare, Amy Winehouse, Oscar Wilde, Virginia Woolf and Malala Yousafzai.

Stories Brought to Life opens on Friday 2nd May for a limited time, before touring nationally.

Tickets are still available.

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One minute they’re interviewing Bruce Springsteen at his home, the next Wise Owl are back in Yorkshire with Amanda Owen and the Brontes.

This week This Is MediaCity links up with Prolific North for a special show with Leeds production company, Wise Owl.

We talk about the ins and outs of producing shows like the new series of Amanda, Clive and Kids: Our Farm Next Door, which returns to More 4 on 29th April.

As well as Our Yorkshire Farm star, Amanda Owen, they’re also celebrating the 50th anniversary of Bruce Springsteen’s first UK concert with an exclusive interview with “The Boss” for When Bruce Springsteen Came To Britain for the BBC.

Plus, they’ve been filming with Anita Rani as she examines the impact of the Bronte sisters.

We also get their thoughts on producing in today's difficult media environment; the impact of Channel 4’s move to Leeds; and where next for Wise Owl.

Our Farm Next Door: Amanda, Clive and Kids is set to return to More4 on April 29th 

Transmission for When Bruce Springsteen Came To Britain (BBC) will be in late May and The Brontes by Anita Rani: Sister of Disruption will be on Sky Arts and NOW on 20th May.

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