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Creative Broadcast and Film Production Showcase 19

Posted: April 3, 2019 in Cameras, Documentary, Editing, Education, Film, Filming, live Event, media, music, Radio, Technology, Television
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On behalf of the students and academic staff of the Creative Broadcast & Film Production programme, LSAD,  I would like to formally invite you to attend the – Showcase19 –  screening on Thursday, April 11th in the Millennium Theatre.
The showcase is a visual celebration of short film screenings as well as film & music exhibitions. Films range from fiction, documentary, and animation presented by the students of Creative Broadcast & Film Production. The event offers an exciting opportunity to view the latest work of emerging film makers working in Limerick today.
Reception opens at 17:00, screenings & awards from 18:00.

Showcase 19′ Awards selected by our 2019 Media partners are:

  • Art Direction -Selected & presented by Troy Studios
  • Cinematography – Selected & presented by Crude Media
  • Motion Graphics & VFX – Selected & presented by Piquant Media
  • Documentary – Selected & presented by The Limerick Post
  • Original Sound Mix – Selected & presented Spin SW
  • Original Script – Selected & presented by HearSay Festival (Heron Media)
  • Richard Harris Award in Film Excellence – Selected & presented by Richard Harris International Film Festival
I look forward to chatting with you when you get a chance and hope to see you at the reception.
Here is our eventbrite page with further information.

Lifelong Learning Festival Event – Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve

Posted: March 28, 2019 in Editing, Education, Film, Television
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Introduction to Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve

TUESDAY 9TH APRIL @ 9AM – 11AM

 

Taking place during the annual Limerick Life Long Learning Festival, will be a series of workshops hosted by the academic staff of the Creative Broadcast and Film Production Programme, LSAD, LIT.

Included in this is a short introduction to the Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve 15 programme featuring a run through of the features and what is involved in getting an editing workflow from start to finished output.

For more details click on the images above.

For the other events that are hosted by the Creative Broadcast and Film Production Programme CLICK HERE

 

Fresh Film Festival Programme 2019

Posted: March 22, 2019 in Education, Film, Filming
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The 2019 Fresh Film Festival Programme has been updated on their website and has a number of events taking place from March 25 – 30th (inclusive). check out the programme on their website link below and be sure to drop into some of the public events and show your support for young Irish Film Makers.

https://freshfilmfestival.com/programme/

The Art of The Documentary with award-winning documentary director Ken Wardrop

Posted: February 26, 2019 in Documentary, Editing, Education, Filming, live Event
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Creative Broadcast and Film Production LIT presents The Art of The Documentary with award-winning documentary director, Ken Wardrop on Thursday 7th March at LIT Moylish.

The events take place between 11-4pm and include a guest lecture, ‘Making the Grade’  film screening with Q&A and documenatry practice forum for students. All details below.

Ken Wardrop is one of Ireland’s most recognised documentary voices and is known for his award-winning work. His short films include the multi-award winning short documentary UNDRESSING MY MOTHER, which received a special mention at the Sundance Film Festival and a European Academy Award in 2005. Other award winning short films include THE HERD, USELESS DOG and FAREWELL PACKETS OF TEN. His debut feature documentary HIS & HERS won the World Cinema Excellence in Cinematography Award at Sundance 2010. His sophomore film “Mom and Me” screened at the prestigious 2016 Telluride Film Festival and picked up national and international awards including an IFTA for Best Documentary Feature. His latest film “Making the Grade” premiered at the 2018 SXSW Film Festival and had a successful theatrical run in 2018.

A graduate of the National Film School of Ireland (IADT), Ken’s approach to film-making was first honed as a film student and since developed professionally into his unique style and creative voice. Ken demonstrates the importance of fostering professional relationships during College years as the foundation to his career success.

This event is not to be missed for anyone interested in developing a career in film making or the creative arts.

Event Details

11-12.30pm The Art of the Documentary: Guest lecture with Director Ken Wardrop

Insightful exploration of Ken’s unique approach to documentary production and commercial work.

Venue: Room 3A02

Free Admission. All welcome. No advance booking required.

1pm-2.45pm ‘Making The Grade’-  Lunchtime feature documentary screening (95mins) followed by Q&A with Director Ken Wardrop. MAKING THE GRADE invites us into the world of the piano lesson and is a story of the trans-formative power of music. A must-see for documentary, film and music enthusiasts alike.

Venue: Millennium Theatre.

Free Admission. No advance booking required.

3-4pm CBFP Documentary Forum with Ken Wardrop. Open to CBFP final year students. Information from muireann.debarra@lit.ie.

Spaces Limited with advance booking required via eventbrite here <https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-art-of-the-documentary-with-ken-wardrop-guest-lecture-film-screening-and-qa-tickets-57518835385?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&aff=escb&utm-source=cp&utm-term=listing>

For further information contact Muireann de Barra- Assistant Lecturer, Creative Broadcast and Film Production, LSAD Design  email: muireann.debarra@lit.ie

Muireann de Barra

Assistant Lecturer- Creative Broadcast and Film Production

LSAD Design

LIT, Moylish Park, Limerick

e: muireann.debarra@lit.ie

80% of Troy Crew to be from Limerick. Limerick Voice Article

Posted: December 7, 2018 in Education, Film, Television
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I had the pleasure to be interviewed on the impact of Troy Studios, by the team at UL’s student publication; Limerick Voice, which is available with this weekend’s edition of the Limerick Leader.

Careers in Screen

Posted: November 19, 2018 in Cameras, Documentary, Editing, Education, Film, Filming, media, music, Music Video, Technology, Television
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The newly announcement of the rebranding of Screen training Ireland to Screen Skills Ireland, have also released an information site for budding film-makers, students and anyone considering a career in the creative screen sector.

According to their website:

Careers in Screen is a dedicated space that outlines the broad range of job roles available in the screen industry in Ireland and directs you to the most appropriate routes to the roles. The content has been developed by Screen Skills Ireland in consultation with screen industry professionals. It is available to help guide you if you are thinking about a career in the screen sector.

If you are interested in getting some information on your chosen career path then this site aims to give you the initial guide on what maybe required for each position. Click on the image above for the link or HERE

If you are looking for a third level programme in the Broadcast and Film sector then click on the image below for the ‘Creative Broadcast and Film Production‘ Programme which is now at LSAD, LIT.

Creative Technologies Programmes join LSAD

Posted: November 15, 2018 in Education, Film, music, Technology, Television
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Students and Staff of the Creative Technologies programmes listening to the announcement of their move to LSAD

Students of the Creative Broadcast and Film Production programme along with the Music Technology Production Programme we’re addressed to by the Dean of the Limerick School of Art & Design; Mike Fitzpatrick and the head of the Creative Design department; James Greenslade this week. The students were inform of the move of the two programmes from the Electrical and Electronic Engineering department to the Creative Design School.

This move brings about a more streamlined approach for the programmes as well as a whole range of new opportunities for current and future students. Opening new industry links and collaborations with Creative Design students at the Clare Street and Clonmel campuses.

This is initially a governance change and the students will be remaining at the current premises at Moylish for the foreseeable future however the graduation ceremonies from 2019 onwards will take place at the gallery space in LSAD on Clare Street.

This new era is the beginning of an exciting future for the Creative Technologies programmes.

RHIFF Awards Show

Posted: October 31, 2018 in Cameras, Editing, Education, Film, Filming, live Event
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On Sunday 28th October, the staff and students of the Creative Broadcast & Film Production produced the Gala Awards show for the Richard Harris International Film Festival(RHIFF).

This was the second year the show was produced for the RHIFF. Previously it was produced for the Limerick Film Festival (LFF)(which joined with RHIFF in 2017)

Consisting of a three camera shoot and pre-edited award clips the show was attended by national and international film makers as well as some well known faces such as, Former WBO Middle Light Weight Boxing Champion Andy Lee, Actors; Jenny Lee Dixon, Nigel Mercier and representatives of Warner Bros UK and Warner Sisters Inc.

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The full awards show is now available to view here:

 

LIT Open Days

Posted: October 11, 2018 in Education, Film, Technology, Television
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LIMERICK OPEN DAYS 2018

Limerick Institute of Technology Autumn Open Days 2018 will take place at the Moylish and Clare Street, Limerick campuses on Thursday 18th October and Friday 19th October from 9.30am – 2.00pm.

When you’re thinking about what college to choose, it can be a daunting process – there are so many factors to consider, from course choice and location to accommodation costs. As a student in LIT, you will enjoy a fun and rewarding college journey.

LIT is among the most vibrant and connected institutions in Ireland. Each of our campuses is a community of learners, where you can get to know your classmates and lecturers in a relaxed and positive environment. We deliver over 120 courses to students through our 5 campuses in Limerick, Thurles and Clonmel, along with our Education Centre in Ennis.

So, come along to our Open Days and learn more! These days are an ideal opportunity for you to sample our wonderful facilities first-hand and gain further information on the wide variety of courses available at LIT. Each day, you can meet with representatives from our Academic Faculties and Departments, meet current LIT students and avail of presentations and campus tours.

At Moylish campus, an introductory presentation will commence every 30 minutes from 9.30am; the last presentation will commence at 1.00pm.

Students that have a specific interest in Art and Design programmes should visit our Clare Street campus where specific information on our Art & Design programmes will be available. Talks pertaining to the Art and Design programmes will take place at the Clare Street campus. Specialist Art and Design talks will run throughout the day at LSAD, Clare Street, along with tours of studio spaces and other facilities.

NOTE: To ensure that all students get equal access to lecturers and facilities, we have to enforce hourly limits on the numbers we can facilitate on campus.  As a result, Open Day bookings (for school groups) are allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis so it is advisable to contact our Schools Liaison team without delay should you wish to attend on either day.

For bookings, contact Ann McBride at 0504 28021 or email: schools@lit.ie.

Richard Harris Film Festival Launch

Posted: October 2, 2018 in Advertising, Cameras, Documentary, Editing, Education, Film, Filming, live Event, media, Music Video, Radio, Technology, Television
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(As per RHIFF Facebook)

RHIFF launching in Fade Street Social by Dylan McGrath on Tuesday and in The George Hotel Limerick on Friday 5th at 6.30pm. More info coming to your inbox and messenger on the Limerick Launch later today.
Looking forward to seeing everyone at both these events!

This time 4 weeks we will be heading into our Live Script Read, followed by the Richard Harris Retrospective Screening and then…. The Awards Show and Gala Afterparty.

Simon McGuire is currently working on editing and compiling a wonderful awards show while the RHIFF Team Sylvia, Zeb Moore & Rob Gill and Clown Noir are putting together pre show entertainment that will knock your socks off.. in Millennium Theatre

Our opening act will be….. you’re just doing to have to wait for the big reveals on Tuesday and Friday!

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