Middle Table Productions

14/09/2024

It’s World First Aid day today. We’re so proud to have played our own part in helping people to save lives.

The British Red Cross trusted us with producing 25 films for their new First Aid resources. Each film is about a different skill - whether that’s helping someone who’s choking, has stopped breathing, or has had a severe allergic reaction.

So often our good intentions can be stymied by a lack of confidence and knowledge. The Red Cross’s first aid resources - and each of these films - will be shown across the country for many years to help break down that barrier and - in no small way - help people to save lives.

The films can be found on YouTube - just search for British Red Cross first aid.

14/02/2023

Very happy to be on the shortlist for not one but three prizes at the Brand Film Awards 2023 - including Production Company of the Year!

Huge thanks to all of the team, and remember: it's not the winning that winning that counts, but the ability to turn up at work on time the day after the ceremony. Ain't that right, Nick Frost?

20/01/2023

Our very own Nick Frost was on Times Radio this morning, revealing insights into the making of Party Political Broadcasts. These were the stories he *could* tell... Have a listen!

02/11/2022

A new episode of is out now! Host Louise Beale talks to veteran broadcaster and journalist Nicholas Owen about his time covering the death and funeral of Princess Diana - one of the most shocking breaking news stories in recent times.

Nicholas explains what it was like to witness first-hand the wave of national grief that engulfed the UK, how commentating on her funeral was one of the biggest challenges of his career and why he insisted on driving home every night - however late - after he’d been on air.

Listen to Series 3, Episode 4 OUT NOW: https://apple.co/3h3nUMk

Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen.

25/10/2022

Some BTS shots from our last shoot with Nokia! A mix of stunning cinematography, using a jib for those dynamic movements across the chess board, and GFX design to illustrate how to defend against cybersecurity threats. We love the concept and how this turned out!

Watch the full video now - link in bio.

15/09/2022

It was very cool to work on this campaign for Google Lens... not least to discover how useful Lens can be!

Have a watch and then try it for yourself...

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07/09/2022

We were really proud of this film we made for Beringer… and now it’s award-winning!

The ‘Wild & Refined’ campaign picked up Platinum and Gold awards at the MUSE Creative Awards 2022.

Big thanks to our crew and cast for their amazing work! You can give it a watch here: https://bit.ly/3TGah4F

25/08/2022

Campaign title: ‘Beringer: Wild & Refined’

Purpose: To entice and excite Beringer’s audience with beautiful and evocative video and stills campaign that highlighted the mood behind their wines.

Result: We think we did just that! 🙌🏼 But why not let us know what you think?

18/08/2022

Check out our latest collaboration with Sky. This project was a great collaborative effort between two brands, ASOS & DHL. We’re really proud of how this one came out!

31/05/2022

The Send is back and better than ever with a new episode! Host Louise Beale talks to Channel 4 News Presenter and Europe Editor Matt Frei.

In a wide-ranging discussion, they cover his true thoughts about the US Presidents he’s interviewed; the chaos after Hurricane Katrina; what his kids think of his job; and his recent coverage from Ukraine - including how he felt the morning he was woken by the Russian invasion.

Listen in to episode 2: https://apple.co/3M3P5QS
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen.

27/05/2022

Last month, our team went to film in Qatar’s biggest sites and attractions. Check out some of the BTS photos of our time there.

The crew went to great lengths, on land, sand, sea and sky to get the best possible shots for this film and we couldn’t be happier with the result.

19/05/2022

We are so excited to share with you our finished commercial for DHL’s Delivering Dreams Worldwide campaign with Manchester United.

It was a real pleasure to film this at Old Trafford and to interview some of the team, so nice to be back making content like this again! BIG thanks to our incredible crew.

04/04/2022

For a special epsiode of our podcast, The Send, we've been speaking to three ITN journalists about their experiences of reporting from Ukraine.

5 News's Tessa Chapman, Addy B and Zoe Kalus have been telling Louise McFadzean about the moment they learned Russian forces had invaded, and about the family they helped to escape while joining the extraordinary exodus of refugees to Poland.

This episode - and the two previous series - are available wherever you get your podcasts.

https://middletabletraining.com/thesend

01/04/2022

A reel of some of the stuff we've been making over the past year or so...

Get in touch to see if we can make something for you!

18/01/2022

Are you a producer?

Are you creative, organised and driven?

Do you want to work with a talented bunch of people?

Join us!

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2881902136/

20/12/2021

As it nears Christmas, what better video to share than this heartwarming project we worked on for Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity?

It was great to see how Sparko TV helps older veterans like John and Les to connect with one another, as well as their family and friends, online.

17/12/2021

We’re really proud to have made this film with Pete Reed and wife Jeannie, for the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity.

Pete really is inspirational, as is the RNRMC - both help to facilitate so much for so many who truly deserve their support.

10/12/2021

We had the pleasure of travelling to Turin back in September to film with Lewis Hamilton, looking back at some his most unforgettable moments as part of the
Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team.

25/08/2021

We need an experienced Producer/Director for a project with an everyday household brand.
Experience with Fashion and Beauty shoots is desirable.
Dates are tbc but will be a minimum of three weeks in late September / into October.
Would be required to work on pre-production, shoot and post-production.
Please state your day rate in your message.

28/07/2021

The Send - episode 6, out now.

In the final episode of series 2, BBC Breakfast TV legend and 5 News anchor Sian Williams tells The Send about covering some of the biggest stories from around the world, including a defining one in the UK - the Hillsborough Disaster.

It’s an insightful episode as Sian - who pulls from her extensive experience as a Psychotherapist and final year Doctoral student - examines the unspoken impact witnessing such traumas can have on reporters.

Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen: https://apple.co/3lax0XN

21/07/2021

The Tokyo Olympics finally get underway this week. But could the Games be a haven for dopers?

The Covid pandemic has given athletes who want to cheat a huge head start. Authorities’ testing regimes were decimated in the run-up to the games, as they carried out only half the tests of the previous year.

Added to that, a new type of blood test labelled a ‘game-changer’ by WADA isn’t ready for full use in Tokyo. Instead, it’s relying on retrospective testing which means the cheats will be caught… but sometimes not for many years, when the medals have already been won.

Could all this mean that the Tokyo Olympics replaces London 2012 as the dirtiest Games ever?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2o243qCRGA

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20/07/2021

The Send, Series 2: New episode out now.

Host Louise Beale hears from Daisy McAndrew on covering the 2008 financial crisis, reporting on a story that led the bulletins for months, how she converted from a career covering politics and how she once became the story itself.

Listen in on Apple Podcasts or Spotify: https://apple.co/3hO9cXk

15/07/2021

What was it like covering one of the biggest trials of this century?

For an extraordinary glimpse into the trial of Oscar Pistorius, listen to episode 4, where Five News Correspondent Julian Druker tells The Send about spending time with Pistorius the day after he was found guilty of manslaughter

Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen: https://apple.co/3r2a3qB

13/07/2021

What is it like reporting on a high-profile case? How do you hold focus in the middle of a media frenzy?

In our latest episode, Five News Correspondent Julian Druker tells The Send about covering the trial of Oscar Pistorius.

Julian tells host Louise Beale about the surreal moments he spent with Pistorius the day after he was convicted of manslaughter.

Listen in to the full episode. Available on Apple podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen: https://apple.co/3r2a3qB

08/07/2021

Good Morning Britain Correspondent Richard Gaisford has been reporting on history making events all around the world for over 20 years.

In this episode of The Send, Richard tells host Louise Beale about the challenges of remaining poised and professional whilst reporting, even in the wake of devastating scenes.

Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify: https://apple.co/2UkflRU