Tom Mallion to tell the Olympic story

LSM graduate Tom Mallion has been selected from thousands to be one of a hundred official “Storytellers” for BT during the lead up to the London 2012 games.

“I am passionate about the films I make and enjoy all aspects of the process.”

“I am passionate about the Olympics and the impact it’s going to have on our capital city. To be part of this incredible event is going to be a privilege. Continue reading

LSM Productions release International film

LSM Productions, the new production arm of the School, has just released the first in a series of promotional films for the University International Office.

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Lincoln film event

Tim Johns, who works at BBC Lincolnshire (radio – broadcast journalist/station sound producer) is putting on a short-film night on 21st July, showcasing film-making talent in Lincoln and the surrounding area.

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Conference: Rethinking Epic

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Epic Film and Television in the 21st Century
EMMTEC, The University of Lincoln, 21-22 July 2011

Received wisdom suggests that we are witnessing—and to some extent participating—in the return of the epic on both the big and small screen.


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British Airways Film Script Competition

With the help of world-renowned actor/director Richard E Grant, British Airways are looking for talented students to write a film and see it get made. Your film will reach a guaranteed blockbuster audience, as it will be screened on all the flights during London 2012. Find out more

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Degree show 2011

All graduates are warmly invited to the School of Media degree show on Friday 27 May 2011, a day of celebration of our final year students’ work in film, radio, design, digital, screenwriting, photography and multi-camera work.

Trailer produced by George Precious, Rob Egan helped by Harry Corden – Logo Animation by Josh Sharp. MUSIC kindly supplied by Deep East Music Continue reading

Kickstart!

Hannah Cook

LSM student Hannah Cook has just completed a six-week work placement in London with The Bureau Film Company working on “The Comedian”, a feature film debut by writer/director Tom Shkolnik starring Edward Hogg.

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George Horne, class of 2010

George Horne

I know people who’ve swept floors, blown up balloons and bought everyone’s lunch at some studios, for no pay and little respect. Honestly, some internships are nothing short of slave labour and unpaid internships should be made illegal.

Save a life, Stay Awake [HD] from George Horne on Vimeo.

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Useful site for film job hunters

Marcella spotted this web page which could be useful if you are trying to find film jobs in London.

“Fresh out of school/uni/a wildly different career? It’s hard getting onto the lower rungs of the film/TV ladder, and it can be difficult to know where to look for jobs. Well, worry no more, we have a near comprehensive list of jobsites, message boards and more.”

Urban Apaches ride back into town

From Chris Hainstock:

Author Giles Kristian visited the School of Media last Monday to see a short film made by graduates Philip Stevens, Jake Tomlinson, Stewart MacGregor and the rest of Urban Apache (their production Co. set up after leaving Lincoln.)

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