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This cross-generational collaboration not only enriches the learning process, but also exposes established filmmakers to fresh perspectives, innovative ideas and new approaches. Diversity is another key consideration in the industry. Rise, the global advocacy membership organisation supporting gender diversity across media technology, is working to get more women into the sector. Its latest training programme, which spans a wide range of regions, is looking to amplify the voices of women in the broadcast sector. Rise says growing demand for its course means this year’s training includes record-breaking numbers of mentees and mentors. The 2023 course offers a variety of development opportunities including face-to-face networking events, personalised mentoring, seminars and workshops on public speaking or personal branding. The organisation states that by providing tailored support and fostering a strong network, Rise empowers women to thrive in the dynamic broadcast industry, bridging the gender gap and promoting equality while driving meaningful change in the sector. “The broadcast and media industry faces persistent challenges in diversity and inclusion, with discrimination, pay gaps and biases,” explains Carla Maroussas, mentoring manager at Rise. “By actively supporting underrepresented talent and challenging the status quo,
CINE SKILLS Post FlySteadicam workshop, participants have gained practical experience in successfully operating the system
of real-time virtual production solutions, Pixotope, launched the Pixotope Education Program: a university-level programme designed to collaborate with educational institutions by investing in the training of virtual production talent and helping to add real value to virtual production courses. Tailored to each university’s needs, Pixotope provides affordable access to software and training while connecting educators and students to a global community of experts. This ensures skills are up to date and participants are exposed to real-life use cases. pixotope.com we can foster a more inclusive society and enhance storytelling with diverse perspectives. It’s an ongoing journey that requires commitment, introspection and industry-wide efforts for lasting change.” As filming technology advances, the good news is that comprehensive training opportunities are readily available. This ensures the nurturing and preparation of the filmmakers of tomorrow, equipping them with the necessary skills to adapt and excel in what is an agile and ever- evolving industry.
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competent users how to implement the most powerful tools in After Effects to create cutting-edge animation and VFX. It is available both live and online or can be taken at a state-of-the-art training centre. The course is designed for those who have already completed an advanced After Effects course or have significant experience in the software. This covers industry workflows and techniques for professional edits. sohoeditors.com PIXOTOPE Virtual production has seen exponential growth in recent years. Due to impressive technological developments and seriously groundbreaking use cases, it is quickly becoming an essential aspect of media production. One of the biggest challenges prohibiting the growth of the industry is a talent shortage; creatives are in need of up-to-date skill sets to meet this demand. To tackle this barrier, leading provider
Global Drone Training offers the General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC) course and the A2 Certificate of Competence (A2 CofC) course to meet the drone pilot proficiency requirements of the new UK drone regulations. globaldronetraining.com TIFFEN Tiffen’s FlySteadicam allows you to study the art of Steadicam and sign up to the latest workshops held internationally. There are gold, silver and bronze workshops ‘covering all-size Steadicam rigs in some of the world’s most beautiful locations’. Workshops are for all abilities. flysteadicam.com SOHO EDITORS T he Super Advanced VFX in After Effects course from Soho Editors teaches
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