Celebrating the Wessex Project!
Un/Common People: Folk Culture in Wessex
We’re excited to share a trailer of five incredible films that showcase the beauty and vibrant energy of local folk traditions. From the lively Morris Men to the magic of Summer Solstice at Stonehenge, these films capture the heart of our heritage and the connections we all share.
📍 Head to the Museum & Art Swindon and experience these films as part of an inspiring exhibit open until March 8th.
A big thank you to Wessex Museums for trusting us to bring these stories to life. It’s an honor to help preserve and celebrate traditions that hold so much meaning for our communities.
A huge shoutout to the amazing team:
- Director: Gurch Singh
- Producer: Kiara Wakeley
- Cinematography: James Willmott
- Stills Photography: Tom Arthur
- Sound: George Green, Faraz Fallahi & Jacob Leighfield
- Production Asst: Charlie McCrae
- Editors: Caitlin Amer & Tom Arthur
- Colourist: Caitlin Amer
Let’s celebrate together:
#MorrisMen #Waissailing #Diwali #MayDay #Stonehenge #SummerSolstice #VisualStorytelling #Createstudios #filmmaking #16mm #bolex #arrialexa
What a Night at Create Studios! ❤️
What a Night at Create Studios! ❤️
Last Friday was nothing short of magical! We were over the moon to welcome back David Yates—the incredible director behind Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, and Tarzan—alongside his wonderful wife, Yvonne Walcott, to Create Studios.
They joined us to celebrate three amazing Swindon filmmakers: @LouisHickford, George Green, and Daniel Granville, who were the proud winners of the Short Film Fund, funded by David Yates and Create Studios.
David shared some fascinating stories about his journey in filmmaking, offered invaluable advice, and even treated us to one of his earlier short films—it was such a unique insight into his creative beginnings.
The night was a huge inspiration for all of us—it’s proof that you don’t need to be in a big city to make amazing things happen.
Talent, passion, and creativity can thrive everywhere, and Swindon is full of it (🪄🤝🏼)!
A big thank you to everyone who came along to celebrate this moment.
Here’s to many more nights like this!
#CreateStudios #DavidYates #Filmmaking #ShortFilmFund #SwindonTalent #Createstudios #CreativeCommunity
🌟 Celebrating 30 Years of the National Lottery! 🌟
Create Studios wishes the 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐲 a very happy 30th birthday! Since 2012, with the incredible support of the National Lottery, the BFI Film Audience Network’s 1,900 members have brought 124,273 film screenings to life across 1,065 communities, reaching 4.2 million visitors in the heart of neighborhoods across the UK. That’s a lot of game-changing films, in a lot of places, for a lot of people!
We’re happy to be part of the BFI 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐦 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤, allowing us to grow our Sofa Screenings series and bring inspiring films to communities right here in Swindon. It’s our joy to create spaces where stories can be shared, and people can connect.
Thank you to the National Lottery and every player who makes this possible.
Here’s to many more years of impactful storytelling and community building! 🎉
#NationalLottery30 #CommunityCinema #CreateStudios #SofaScreenings #BFIFAN
NO MORE boring Saturdays..Get into FILM PRODUCTION (for 13-16yrs) 🎬Join our FREE Filmmaking Saturday Club at Create Studios, Swindon! First session: 9th November, 10 AM - 12:30 PM.👉 👉 Want to join? Comment “SATURDAY”, and we’ll send you the sign-up link! Tag a friend and let’s create something amazing together! 🎬✨#Filmmaking #FreeWorkshop #SaturdayClub #CreateStudios #Swindon #FilmCommunity #Teens See less
✨ Passionate About Film? Join REEL25 Young Programmers Today!🎬 ✨
Passionate About Film? Join REEL25 Young Programmers Today!🎬 ✨
Are you aged 18-25, passionate about film, and local to Swindon? Join REEL25 Young Film Programmers at Create Studios! This is your chance to gain hands-on experience in film curating, marketing, and journalism while connecting with like-minded creatives.
What You’ll Do:
- Help shape our Sofa Screenings with indie, British, and classic films.
- Host and curate your own screenings!
- Get involved in promoting films and writing about them.
- Enjoy free access to the events you help create.
Why Join?
- Build experience in cinema exhibition, film critique, and event curation.
- Ideal for those aiming for careers in film, media, and marketing.
Apply by 24th Sept to be part of our dynamic group:
https://forms.gle/JSJ2gu7yDijwn1QEA
Questions? Email [email protected]
Let’s bring unique film experiences to life! 🎥
#Swindon #CreateStudios #FilmProgrammers #CuratingFilms #events #marketing #contentcreation
🚨 JOIN OUR FREE GROUNDBREAKING CREATE FUTURES PROGRAMME!🚨
🚨 JOIN OUR FREE GROUNDBREAKING CREATE FUTURES PROGRAMME!🚨
If you're passionate about the creative field, this opportunity is for you!
🎓 WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Are you a college or university graduate with a drive to develop your skills in Film, Animation, Design, Photography or Videography?
We're offering 4 positions for graduates aged 18-25 from Swindon or the local area to join our part-time, three-month graduate programme starting 30th of September.
You’ll be mentored Monday – Wednesday, 10am – 4pm.
🌟 WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
- Work as part of a group on industry projects.
- Develop your skills in directing, producing, camera operation and editing.
- Plus, you'll have the chance to create your own project!
📄 HOW TO APPLY:
- Complete the form below.
https://createstudios.org.uk/opportunities/careers/
⏳ Deadline:Applications close noon on Monday, 16th of September, 2024.
🚀 Don’t miss this opportunity to shape your future! Apply now and kickstart your career in the creative industries!
#CreateFutures #CreativeTalent #Film #Animation #Design #Photography #Videography #SwindonGraduates #CreativeCareers
A Few days ago, we wrapped up an incredible Script Writing session with the BBC as part of the Signal Festival! 📝It was amazing collaborating with such creative minds. Thanks to everyone who joined! Stay tuned for more exciting events! ✨#CreateStudios #ScriptWriting #BBC #SignalFestival #CreativeMinds #YoungCreators #FilmMaking #Inspiration #Collaboration #Storytelling #CreativeJourney #swindon
Your Perfect Event Space in Swindon
🎥 Need a space that's as creative as your ideas? Welcome to Create Studios – we are more than a production company. We're a vibrant creative hub in the heart of Swindon's Carriage Works, offering a dynamic space that's perfect for your next event. Whether you're planning a corporate event, hosting a conference, or organising a workshop, our space is designed to inspire and empower.
Ready to elevate your event experience? Click below to get a quote tailored to your unique needs.
https://createstudios.org.uk/studio-hire/
Let's bring your event vision to life TOGETHER!
#studiospace #eventspace #swindon #workshopvenue #conferencespace #creativehub
Last week, we celebrated the successful completion of our 2-year Health Ambassadors project, commissioned by Swindon Borough Council Public Health Team.
The project led by the remarkable Ieva Delininkaityte , engaged three cohorts from Swindon, aiming to empower our client with the most effective strategies for communicating with young audiences on social media platforms. Ieva went above and beyond, developing a 50 hour workshop plan and three tailored social media campaigns in collaboration with each group. These initiatives not only helped our client reach their target audience but also equipped young people with valuable knowledge and skills in social media and content creation.
The culmination of this project was a joyous celebration, attended by participants, clients, and friends of Create Studios. It was a beautiful day, marking both the achievements of our participants and the positive impact of our collective efforts.
In recognition of their hard work and creativity, each participant received a Digital Badge and OCN London accreditation. We're especially proud to announce that Create Studios is now an approved OCN centre, a significant achievement made possible through the relentless effort and dedication of Ieva, Andy Freedman and OCN team.
Small steps lead to big changes, and this project is a shining example of that principle in action. We're proud of what we've accomplished and excited for what the future holds for Create Studios. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this journey. Here's to more milestones and collaborations ahead!
#createstudios #HealthAmbassadors #socialmediacampaigns #DigitalBadge #ocnaccreditation #teamwork #achievement #swindon
📣 New Grad Opportunity: Join Create Futures! Apply by March 27!! Seeking grads 18-25 from Swindon, passionate about Film, Photography, or Videography. Real project experience, film creation, and industry practices. 4 spots available. 8-week program, starts 8th of April! Mon-Wed, 10am-4pm at Create Studios. Apply: www.createstudios.org.uk/opportunities/careers #createstudios #opportunity #createfutures #filmmakers #swindon
Chelsea Men's Hype Film
📢 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓📢
Excited to keep the momentum going with Chelsea Football Club, we've been asked to apply our directing and visual artistry to the Chelsea 2024 Male Players Hype Film.
Catch this film before every match at Chelsea's stadium, igniting the spirit of the game!
𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐖
Kiara Wakeley - PROD MANAGER
Gurch Singh - DIRECTOR
Tom Arthur 1ST AD/EDITOR
Caitlin Amer - EDITOR
Richard Pryn - COMPOSER/SOUND DESIGNER
1st UNIT
Dan Hilltout-DOP
Ben Sansom- FOCUS PULLER
Rich Bertenshaw STEADICAM OPERATOR
Dave Anderson- GAFFER
Daniel Arkell SPARK
Ben Alder - SPARK
Y Lan- SET DESIGNER
Connor Cotterill Y Lan ASSIST
Daniel Freduah Gyimah- Y Lan ASSIST
Oliver Spice PROD ASSIST
Milo Smith RUNNER
Adam Clerck RUNNER
Alfie Ellis RUNNER
Hugo Stevenette RUNNER
Eve Whelan RUNNER
Tee Singh CHELSEA PRODUCER
2nd UNIT
James Willmott DOP
Will Royal FOCUS PULLER
Ngawang Lektso GAFFER
Georgia Cotton PROD ASSIST
Faraz Fallahi- RUNNER
Jacob Thomas- RUNNER
Charlotte Rean RUNNER
Yana Shatokha RUNNER
#production #filmmakers #videoproduction #chelseaclub #swindonbusiness #chelseafc #filmmakers #storytelling
📣 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓📣
Continuing our relationship with Chelsea, we were asked to bring our directorial and visual skills to the 2024 Chelsea Hype Film.
Our production team successfully coordinated over 30 freelancers, with the players within only a one-hour filming window. Everything was meticulously planned, rehearsed and delivered.
Furthermore, we're proud to share that graduates from our Create Futures project were actively involved on set, gaining invaluable, hands-on experience in a real-world project setting.
The film is now played before every Chelsea match in their stadium which has a capacity of 40,343 fans.
𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐖
Kiara Wakeley- PROD MANAGER
Gurch Singh- DIRECTOR
Tom Arthur-1ST AD/Editor
Caitlin Amer - Editor
𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓 1
Dan Hilltout-DOP
@BenSansom- FOCUS PULLER
@RichBertenshaw - STEADICAM OPERATOR
Dave Anderson- GAFFER
Daniel Arkell- SPARK
Ben Alder - SPARK
Y Lan- SET DESIGNER
Connor Cotterill- Y Lan ASSIST
Daniel Freduah Gyimah- Y Lan ASSIST
Oliver Spice- PROD ASSIST
Milo Smith- RUNNER
Adam Clerck- RUNNER
Alfie Ellis- RUNNER
Hugo Stevenette- RUNNER
Eve Whelan- RUNNER
Tee Singh- CHELSEA PRODUCER
𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓 2
JamesWillmott- DOP
Will Royal- FOCUS PULLER
Ngawang Lektso - GAFFER
Georgia Cotton- PROD ASSIST
Faraz Fallahi- RUNNER
Jacob thomas- RUNNER
Charlotte Rean- RUNNER
Yana Shatokha- RUNNER
#production #filmmakers #videoproduction #chelseaclub #swindonbusiness
