VIDAVEO

22/04/2024

VIDAVEO have successfully completed a series of webinars for Incendium Consulting, focussing on providing information to companies on how to implement their science based greenhouse gas reduction targets.

SBTi provides a wide variety of resources to assist companies at all stages of their target-setting journey, supporting their participation in the Climate Action Programme.

Over 4,000 companies around the world have committed to setting SBTs. These companies represent a wide range of industries, including: Energy, Real Estate, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Transportation, Retail, Finance and FLAG (or Forestry, Land and Agriculture).

It’s an ambitious and very complex initiative and the webinars that we created are essential to helping companies understand how to achieve their greenhouse gas reduction targets.

The team at Incendium are a fantastic group of dedicated professionals, with an astonishing knowledge of the procedures required.

It was a privilege to work with them and we are proud to have produced such a worthwhile and comprehensive series of videos.

18/10/2023

Fantastic news! I’ve been accepted on the Digital Skills for Screen programme which is being run by Screen Yorkshire. It’s a Skills Bootcamp for York and North Yorkshire, a part-time programme over 16 weeks, designed to explore and enhance the digital skillset needed to thrive in today’s screen industries.

I am very much hoping that this will lead to me getting involved in actual Virtual Productions as this will bring together all the various strands of experience I have acquired over the years.

Starting my career as an illustrator/animator, I got into computer graphics, combining live action with animation and then moved into international broadcast tv where I was in live studio and creative departments for about 25 years.

Finally there is a medium where all these skills can be brought together under one roof.

The course will be held over three separate locations: Co-Lab in Harrogate, ViridianFX in York and The Production Park in Wakefield, all amazing, stimulating and well-equipped organizations.

We’ll be looking at Virtual Production and Virtual Reality, their capabilities and applications.

As well as 360 video production, I already do a bit of VR production, but this will bring my work to a whole new level, finally getting to use Unreal Engine in a meaningful way, combining it with live motion capture and tracked virtual cameras.

I would be very interested to hear people’s experiences of Virtual Production and any advice for someone who is just starting out down this route.

17/03/2023

Hi Everyone!
You may or may not know this, but I am currently working on an exciting new project called 'Sea Glass'. It's a wonderful scfi-thriller-mystery short film filmed in the unique and challenging location of Spurn Lighthouse, which sits out in the middle of the sea at the end of a 3km causeway cut off by tidal floods every day.
I'm working with some amazing people, many of them still students and I'm so excited about seeing an idea that began over 25 years ago being transformed by their youthful energy. I would love it if you could help the production get a bit of social media traction by clicking the link to the film's page below and giving us a Like. We'll be posting some interesting highlights as the film progresses and giving some insights into how a small budget film (with great ambitions) gets made.
Please please help us to hit 250 followers!
SEA GLASS FILM

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/sea-glass-a-short-film-with-great-ambition/x/14924401 #/

03/03/2023

THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO BE PART OF SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY!

VIDAVEO in collaboration with Paula Rodriguez Negron, a talented final year film studies student from York St John University are producing their first short film.

With a 'Stranger Things' vibe, but an entirely original script, we will be filming at the iconic location of Spurn Point Lighthouse.

We'd like you to check out our crowdfunding site on Indiegogo to learn more about this exciting project and while you are there, please consider becoming one of the film's sponsors.

We are making this film to a professional level and want to pay actors and crew a decent amount. Filming at a lighthouse at the end of a 3km causeway that floods daily also presents considerable logistical challenges, so we need to raise £15,000

Please click on the link below to find out more...

Or contact [email protected]

Look forward to hearing from you.

Your chance to be part of something extraordinary, | Check out 'Sea Glass - a short film with ambition' on Indiegogo.

24/01/2023

Production Co-ordinator Wanted!
3 Month Contract

Job Title: Production Co-ordinator for Video Production Company

Company: VIDAVEO based in York, producing videos and virtual experiences.

Full Time : 35 Hours per Week

Proposed start date: 6th Feb 2023
Proposed end date: 30th April 2023

Job Description: We are looking for a Production Co-ordinator to help organize actors, locations, budget, crew, visual effects, crowd-funding and production schedules for an ambitious short-film with a ‘Stranger Things’ vibe. We will be filming with actors on location at the beach, in a lighthouse and also in studio. The role also includes assisting in the development of VIDAVEO’s 360 and Virtual Experience portfolio, including assisting on film shoots, editing and project development using third party software (Adobe, 3D Vista, Reaper and Strikingly). This job will involve a combination of working from home and working on location. The locations will be within Yorkshire and currently we are looking at filming on the beach near Spurn Point, near Hull and possibly in a studio near Wakefield.

Skills: Experience of film making is required. Some experience in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, Audition) is highly desirable. Knowledge of 3D CGI and/or Visual Effects would be a benefit. We will provide support and mentoring in relevant skills to the right candidate. Enthusiasm, commitment and a strong work ethic are highly desired as well as being able to work as part of a team and with initiative. Applicants ideally need a driving licence and access to transport.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion: VIDAVEO promotes equality, diversity and inclusion.
We welcome collaboration and input from all individuals and will do everything possible to facilitate equal access and participation. Applications are particularly encouraged from people from under represented backgrounds in the screen industries. All applicants will be required to complete a diversity questionnaire when applying for this role

Pay: National Minimum Salary plus travel expenses where appropriate.

Interested? : Please answer the following questions in an email and attach an up to date CV, a completed diversity questionnaire and a short cover letter and any relevant links (to showreels, work projects etc.)

Questions:

What is your availability for work between 6th Feb and 30th April?
What is your experience working with video or film production?
Where are you located?
Can you work from home when required and do you have the necessary resources - laptop, wifi etc?
Do you have other work commitments, if so what are they?

Application Deadline: 5pm on Thursday 2nd February

Contact:

Adam Gill
VIDAVEO video production
[email protected]
‘Supported by the Screen Industries Growth Network, using public funding by Research England, part of UK Research and Innovation. SIGN is based at the University of York.’

screen-network.org.uk
Below is a link to the SIGN Equality, Diversity and Inclusion questionnaire which must be completed by all applicants:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H_lhMgtsl1zgFSdnadP0nlTxHa8JiUTf/view?usp=drive_web

16/11/2022

Four-storey-high space in King’s Cross to merge physical and digital worlds to let visitors ‘see the world through his eyes’

10/09/2022

Do you have what it takes to make a film in 48 hours?

Starting Friday 23rd at 8pm (with Launch Event 6-8 pm)
Entries need to be in by Sunday 25th September at 8pm

This is your opportunity to work as part of a team in an intense creative endeavour.

It is very short notice, so we are calling this challenge The ‘Out of the Blue’ 48 Hour Film Challenge

It’s open to teams of Professionals, Students, Filmmakers or Absolute Beginners.

You will need your own equipment.
You will need to organise your own team and locations.
You will need a ton of ideas and masses of energy.

But there will be judges, there will be prizes, there will be lots of encouragement and guidance, but
most importantly there will be the incredible satisfaction of having produced a film in just 48 hours.

To find out more, email [email protected] with the Subject Title : ‘Out of the Blue’ 48 Hour Film
Challenge.

Get in touch now! We will be holding a Q&A Zoom Meet on Wednesday 14th , but this will be by
invitation only, so let us know why you should be chosen to be part of this challenge. You don’t have
to give us your ideas, just why you want to be part of it, who you can bring along as your team and
confirm that you are available for the ‘Out of the Blue’ 48 Hour Film Challenge Weekend.

The results will be posted online, along with all approved entries. And there will be a public screening
and awards ceremony arranged at a date soon after the challenge.
York Filmmakers Adam Gill

08/07/2022

A very important article from WIRED that talks about some of the accessibility issues with VR headsets and gear.

The platform is relatively new—which means now is the opportunity to advocate for all players.

30/06/2022

We had a fantastic time filming the York Mystery Plays last week! Here are a few shots of just some of the many colourful productions that we saw!

23/06/2022

We've had a busy week filming the York Mystery Plays! Working as a team, we've been filming each of the performances from a number of different angles, and in several locations around the city as each play travels atop the back of a wagon.

If you're in York over the weekend, then be sure to try and catch some of the plays on Sunday!

21/06/2022

Our immersive virtual experiences for the York Street Life are being enjoyed by members of the public! There are more to come soon, and each one explores a different side of life in the city, both past and present.

If you find yourself in York, then be sure to head to the Street Life centre on Coney Street to experience them for yourself, and let us know what you think!

16/06/2022

Here we have another shot from last week's shoots for the York Street Life project!

This time we were filming some 360 video using a camera fastened to a mobility scooter. This helped to show the streets of York from the perspective of a disabled person, and assists with highlighting issues around accessibility within the city.

14/06/2022

We had another busy week of shoots for the York Street Life project last week!

This is a shot from an interview set up at York City Screen with some ex-employees of the York Post Newspaper. City Screen is on the site of their old print works, and they told us all about their experience there. This interview will be part of a short documentary which will be shown at the City Screen towards the end of July, so keep an eye out!

01/06/2022

We had a busy few days last week working on part of a commission for the Street Life project here in York!

We shot some interview style film, as well as some 360 footage, discussing the accessibility issues located around the city and providing a first hand view of some of the problems wheelchair users can face when travelling the streets.

20/05/2022

A fantastic read on how VR and AR are changing the world of immersive theatre! Have you ever experienced a piece of theatre that utilised these technologies? Let us know in the comments!

In the ever-changing and technologically advanced age that we are currently in, there are integrations of new technologies into our lives almost everyday, and the arts are no exception. The world of theater, especially that of immersive theater, has been experiencing a technological revolution of it

17/05/2022

Are you thinking about having a 360 video produced for your business? Here are 3 things to consider when planning!

360-degree videos are an exciting way to grab the attention of your audience. The experiential quality allows businesses to provide additional value.

11/05/2022

So many possibilities, and they're only going to continue expanding! We're exploring new ways of using this incredible technology every single day. Have you used Virtual or Augmented Reality before? Let us know about some of your experiences!

With the hype around the metaverse, there are a lot of things happening in the extended reality (XR) world. Here we explore the five biggest trends in VR, AR, and MR for 2022 including new headsets, 5G, as well as applications in retail and education.

05/05/2022

A fantastic article by Amy Robinson at Immersive Reality that explains what immersive technology is and how it can help SEN students in their learning. It also features images from a 360 virtual tour of The Shambles here in York, that Adam created for Immersive Reality!

03/05/2022

Our very own Adam talks to Isabel Jagoe from DC Labs about 360 Video, and talks about who needs it, how it can enhance the viewer experience, and provide a deeper connection to a location.
This interview also explores the unique problems associated with filming in 360 and the importance of Spatial Audio when producing immersive experiences.

Adam Gill, Creative Producer and Director at VIDAVEO talks to Isabel Jagoe from DC Labs about 360 Video, who needs it and how it can enhance the viewer exper...

22/04/2022

An absolutely fascinating article, detailing the differences between VR and XR, and the scope of possibility that these new technologies are achieving in the world of entertainment!

It's incredible to see how creators are utilising technology to create 360° experiences for audiences to enjoy in new levels of engagement, and also share the experience with real people across the world in a shared digital space.

Being able to experience dance in a format that puts you amongst the dancers themselves rather than being separated by a screen really opens the doorway for groups to create works that involve the audience just as much as the cast. It's exciting to think about the sheer realm of possibilities for how 360° video and experiences like this are pioneering the world of entertainment, and it will only continue to astound audiences as the technology develops!

From the Barbican in London to shopping centres around the country, audiences can become part of sophisticated new XR dance spectaculars – diving into Lewis Carroll’s imagination or an extravagant ballroom

19/04/2022

We made some four-legged friends on a recent shoot!

As part of a recent filming project for Stroud Resourcing, we took set up in their Alternative Workspace. Fantastically they allow their employees to bring their dogs into the office!

Here is Jake, our new Social Media Manager, pictured with Hugo.
We shot photos, video and 360 video content on the day. And, as Jake’s first shoot with the company, he assisted with lighting, set placement and also audio recording.

Jake thoroughly enjoyed his time on the project, and said: “It was incredibly insightful to see exactly what goes on behind the scenes for projects like this. Observing the different techniques and pieces of equipment, and being able to take behind the scenes images for use in my social media posts is absolutely invaluable. I’m looking forward to posting content for VIDAVEO and sharing our exciting projects with you all!”

23/12/2021

Virtual Tours have never been more necessary than now.

Event Spaces / Wedding Venues / Beautiful Hotels / Heritage Sites / University Campus Tours

A well produced virtual tour will allow your prospective visitors to explore your space easily and in safety.

With virtual hosts, that can guide visitors around your special location, spatial audio to create the right atmosphere and access to archives of photos and videos just a click away, our tours can be tailored to a variety of audiences at the click of a button. Just select your particular interests and you will have a tour that caters specifically to your audience.

Create a unique visitor experience.

Make your premises accessible to people with disabilities

Access archives and treasures that normally remain hidden from public view.

Engaging, Informative and fun.

Also great for training, health and safety awareness.

To find out more book a discovery call now.

https://calendly.com/vidaveo/discovery-chat

22/12/2021

If you are a York-based company, you may be eligible for a £1000 Business Voucher from the City of York Council. You can use this to have a video produced for your company. But time and places are running out fast, so call now for a discovery chat: https://calendly.com/vidaveo/discovery-chat

15/12/2021

Was working across the river from Clifford's Tower the other day and zoomed in to get this shot of the works on top. It used to have a roof originally, so will be interesting for it to be an enclosed space again after all this time. It will be quite exciting to see what they've done inside when it reopens.

03/12/2021

GET A FREE VIDEO PRODUCED FOR YOUR BUSINESS.

If you have a small or micro business based in York you are probably eligible for the City of York Council’s Business Growth Voucher Scheme

The City of York are issuing vouchers of up to £1000 which can be used to pay for services from York-based approved providers.

And on top of having decades of experience working with international compaines such as the BBC, Discovery Channel, Disney and Sky, VIDAVEO is a York-based approved provider.

SO WHAT KIND OF VIDEO DO YOU NEED?

An Overview of your company?
An Explainer video showing how your product or service works?
A Case Study?
A ‘Meet the Team’ video?
Or something else?

Call us now for a chat to discover what kind of video would benefit your business most.

What you can get for £1000

A full day of filming (possibly spread over a couple of days if that’s what is needed), an expertly cut edit (including a review version, so that you can make changes) and a variety of copies, ready for you to use across social media, on your website and even send out as e-mail attachments.

AND IT’S ALL FREE!

CALL US NOW ON : 07500018168
But hurry, this offer has a very limited duration: Businesses must redeem their support vouchers by 18 March 2022.

01/12/2021

A Fantastic Opportunity for York-based businesses!

City of York Council will issue vouchers of up to £1000 to eligible businesses in York which can be used to procure services from a list of York-based approved providers.

And yes VIDAVEO is a York-based approved provider!
www.vidaveo.com

If your business is under pressure to provide a unique and effective customer experience, VIDAVEO can provide the solution, creating Interactive and 360 video experiences that offer opportunities for your visitors to achieve a deep and lasting connection with your business.

These experiences, which can run on smart phones, laptops, desktop computers, tablets and VR headsets, have a multitude of benefits for your business, from exploring heritage sites to training staff in health and safety measures. They are immersive and engaging, leading to a deeper understanding and returning customers.

Contact Adam Gill now to find out more about how applying for a Business Growth Voucher could help your business build it’s own 360 Experience. You can also call on: 07500018168

Find out details of the voucher scheme at: https://lnkd.in/diwP32w4

Please Note : Businesses seeking support applying for the scheme must redeem their support vouchers by 18 March 2022.

Specialists in high quality video production, 360 video and custom made virtual tours. Call us now

26/11/2021

It has been a great pleasure and an honour to be included as part of the team that has put together the DMDA (Digital Museum of Dress Accessories) : Body-Fashion-Health-Technology

Leading the team are Dr Cordula van Wyhe, Senior Lecturer in History of Art at the University of York and Dr Susan Vincent, Research Associate at the Centre for Renaissance and Early Modern Studies.

The project's public launch was last night at The Tree House at York University, with the museum presenting a pilot room on patching and patch boxes, including bespoke photographs and fascinating anecdotes relating to a wide range of items.

VIDAVEO produced the curatorial videos featured on the site, filming at Fairfax House, the Yorkshire Museum Gardens and super, detailed close ups of specific accessories.

You can view the videos and find more information on the project, the team and events etc. by visiting the digital museum at:

http://dmda.york.ac.uk/

11/05/2021

Although 360° technology has been around for quite some time, recent innovations have opened up many more possibilities.

Especially in the current situation, where physical interaction is limited, virtual experiences are more relevant and applicable than ever before.

But still only a relatively small percentage of businesses have taken advantage of 360° technology.

We want to find out why and how we can help more businesses.

Can you answer 3 questions for us? Just click on the link in the 360° Image Below.

We are offering great discounts to all participants, up to 25% off list prices!
https://kuula.co/post/7BfKc?fs=1&vr=1&sd=1&initload=0&thumbs=1&info=0&logo=1&logosize=200

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