XPLOR is a partnership between Backstage Academy and Wakefield Council that will see the creation of a specialist knowledge and innovation centre focusing on research and development for the live events industry and its supply chain. Located on campus at Production Park, the £7m+ XPLOR building and its specialist equipment will be used to deliver a support programme targeting SMEs across the live events industry, covering specialisms such as music, TV, film, sports, corporate events, theatre and arts. The project, which runs from 2019 until 2022, has secured grant funding from European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). XPLOR will include: - Large scale design/prototype spaces suitable for testing, modelling and building both physical and virtual environments. - Multi-use space suitable for SME workshops, presentations and meetings. - Workshop space equipped with specialist equipment in areas such as rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing. - Pre-visualisation suites where new products, stage sets and other large structures can be built and modelled virtually, together with systems control, prior to full manufacturing. - Design space where scenic artists and creative businesses can try new techniques including automation, augmented reality and virtual reality tools.
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Unit 53/55 Lidgate Crescent - Langthwaite Grange Ind. Est.
South Kirkby, England WF9 3NR, GB
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Interesting article about the continued demand (and planning challenges) for studio space! We've seen a huge rise in TV and film bookings and enquiries at Production Park during 2024 as well as delivering thousands of hours of training for the next generation of crew #StudioSpace #TV #FilmProduction Academy of Live Technology
We loved working with the teams from Grit Pictures Ltd. and Pace Comms for this ambitious virtual production project with Trex UK! Their first ever TVC in the UK! We really enjoyed working with you all and can't wait to see you again! #VirtualProduction #SustainableProduction #XPLOR #ProductionPark
It’s live! This may be one of our biggest projects yet and we had such a blast working on this project with Trex UK - head over to their page to check it out and show it some love! Open your doors to outdoor living with Trex the world’s #1 composite decking brand.
Great to see these brilliant BTS shots of a recent Virtual Production directed by Johnny Carr for VISTRA, right here in our studio at Production Park.
Some more BTS from an epic commercial shoot at the beginning of March with Johnny Carr for Vistra. Day 2 was at the Xplor virtual production studio in Yorkshire. Getting to shoot on the LED Volume was an awesome experience. We shot with Red #Komodo with ZEISS Cinematography & DZOFILM glass. Lit with Aputure #f22c #300d with additional kit from ProVision Produced, directed & edited by Johnny Carr DOP Daniel Llobera ACs Thomas Wright Archie Carr Simon Marshall #bts #commercial #dop #doplife #cinematographer #behindthescenes #led #virtualproduction #thevolume
🏆 🚀 Thrilled to announce that our U.S.A Roadtrip project with Oracle Red Bull Racing has won the Virtual Production Innovation award at the Global Production Awards at Festival de Cannes! 🏆 Onwards and upwards! 🎉✨ #CannesFilmFestival #VirtualProduction #Innovation #Teamwork #OracleRedBullRacing #AwardWinner #XPLOR #ProductionPark #FinalPixel
🚀 Exciting News! 🏆 I am very pleased to announce that our U.S.A Roadtrip project with Oracle Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology has won the Virtual Production Innovation award at The Global Production Awards at Cannes Film Festival! This incredible recognition reflects the dedication, creativity, and hard work of everyone involved. Well done to our amazing team and to Final Pixel for their support on the delivery of the project. Here’s to pushing boundaries and driving innovation in virtual production. Onwards and upwards! 🎉✨ #CannesFilmFestival #VirtualProduction #Innovation #Teamwork #OracleRedBullRacing #USARoadtrip #AwardWinner #ProductionPark #XPLOR #FinalPixel
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Look Behind the scenes of MKI MIYUKI ZOKU Spring Summer 2024 campaign. Video shot by myself at XPLOR, Production Park. #fashion #springfashion #summerfashion #streetwear #mensfashion #behindthescenes
Our friends over at Warp Films and Matriarch Productions have taken up residence on Production Park, and along with ScreenSkills, are looking for local people to work on their upcoming Netflix drama. If you're local to Production Park and would love to work in TV and Film, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss! https://lnkd.in/e3tK-GnQ #ProductionPark #WarpFilms #MatriarchProductions #ScreenSkills #Netflix #FirstBreak
🚨 Opportunity alert!🚨 Warp Films, makers of Everybody's Talking About Jamie, Little Birds and The Virtues, are filming a new TV drama series at Production Park. In partnership with ScreenSkills, they're offering the opportunity for young people (with no experience!) to come and work on this drama. Over 18, live in South Kirkby, South Elmshall, Wakefield or within a 30-minute commute? Then this might be for you! Find out more👇 https://lnkd.in/e3tK-GnQ #FilmTV #WorkExperience #Screenskills #Opportunity #Production #WestYorkshire
Big thanks to TPi Magazine for featuring our recent virtual production fashion shoot! #XPLOR #ProductionPark #MKIMiyukiZoku #Disguise #Cuebric #TPi
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JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! So many new opportunities here at Production Park! Take a look at some of them on our website or drop me a note and we can have a chat! Academy of Live Technology Production Park
A foundation in the future of film. Exciting news, aspiring creators and industry professionals! 🎥✨ The acclaimed Virtual Production Accelerator is back with two upcoming dates: February 13th - 16th April 16th - 19th 🌐 What to Expect: Immerse yourself in a hands-on training experience, learn and master the latest virtual production techniques. Taught by industry experts, this program is your ticket to elevating your skills in the dynamic world of Film, TV and immersive experiences. 🎓 Why Choose XPLOR? Partnered with Disguise and hosted at Production Park our program offers unique access to cutting-edge facilities, industry insights and a pathway to becoming a virtual production expert. 🌟 Secure Your Spot Now! Limited spaces available. Don't miss out on this transformative opportunity. Let's shape the future of virtual production together. 🎬 Apply today: https://lnkd.in/enMBCaEy Academy of Live Technology #virtualproduction #filmindustry #XPLOR #disguise #productionpark #filmschool #careerdevelopment #study
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It’s been a big year for Production Park, from opening a brand new XPLOR facility, to building international partnerships with Academy of Live Technology and Pennsylvania College of Art and Design, being awarded #CoSTAR R&D funding, hosting F1’s first ever virtual production shoot with Final Pixel & Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology... all on top of welcoming the year’s biggest artists as they rehearse their global tours. Here are a few of our 2023 highlights... https://lnkd.in/eUp5ZkFu