AWARDS FILMMAKER OF THE YEAR
T op-quality video is everywhere. But it’s not all about mass-market broadcasters, Hollywood movies or big-budget streaming services like Netflix or Amazon funding drama series. The vast majority is created by small, independent companies and individuals who continue to push the boundaries of creativity with much smaller budgets. With small teams, focused creatives and problem-solving at heart, the core of professional filmmaking around the globe is in creating commercial, editorial, marketing and social media films and shorts. This is having a huge impact on the way everyone consumes content. From YouTube and Vimeo to social media, live events and lots more, these growing platforms are packed with amazing work from gifted creatives who have been largely in the background. Until now. Pro Moviemaker magazine’s inaugural Filmmaker of the Year Awards are here to shine a spotlight on unsung heroes of the filmmaking world, who create stunning work watched and enjoyed by millions.
These are visionaries who don’t equate low budget with anything less than original and innovative content. While many filmmaking contests are out there, these often focus on full-length or short-form narrative drama films and documentaries. The Pro Moviemaker Filmmaker of the Year Awards go much further than this, with awards largely focused on excellence in the creation of content – long-form or short-form – in commercial categories. This includes promotional films, music videos, documentaries, marketing films, event coverage, sports, weddings, social media and YouTube. Simply put, if you are an established working professional filmmaker or just starting out on the ladder of making seriously good video, these awards are for you. Entrants – either individuals or part of a team – simply have to link to their chosen entry if it’s online, or submit their work directly. That’s because we want to make it as easy as possible for working filmmakers to get involved, rather than
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CVP BACKS ALL-NEW AWARDS
Award-winning mega-retailer CVP is so much more than Britain’s leading cinematography, broadcast and TV equipment supplier. It’s a company that is investing in education and inspiration for filmmakers at all levels, as well as ensuring equipment is right for the customer. With live and virtual events, product demonstrations and education sessions, repairs, hire facilities and used or new kit, CVP is at the heart of the commercial filmmaking community. It’s not just buying the latest bit of hardware or software, but the services that keep the industry going are every bit as important to the lives of professional filmmakers. So it’s fitting that CVP is backing the inaugural Filmmaker of the Year Awards as title sponsor. CVP is staffed by experts who not only excel at making sure everyone gets incredible service when choosing gear, but also help filmmakers take the next step. When it comes to equipment, CVP not only has keen prices, but the biggest stock of kit – plus the chance to get up close and personal with gear pre-purchase. There is nothing quite like getting hands-on with a potential new camera, lens or accessory. To get a sense of how it feels and performs before you buy, CVP’s Newman House showroom in London has lots of the latest equipment – and its professionals are there to answer any questions. To book a demo, talk to one of CVP’s experts and explore the Newman House showroom, call +44 (0) 208 380 7400 , email demo@cvp.com or visit cvp.com .
INDUSTRY GIANT CVP supports shows, events, workshops, seminars, education and more – and now our Filmmaker of the Year Awards
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