UK film production company Future Artists Entertainment (FAE) is partnering with Versa Studios to launch an international film production hub at Versa Studios in Leeds city centre.
The hub will offer production services and facilities, including four sound stages ranging from 10,000 sq. ft to 27,000 sq. ft.
It will also include post production and VFX services as well as outreach and educational programmes.
Versa’s sister company Department has also recently opened a multi-creative and tech industries workplace hub in Leeds Dock which will add a range of facilities for FAE and other production companies to employ.
As a result of this new partnership, FAE will make Versa Leeds its northern home and, for future productions, including Amazon Studios’ and Gulfstream Pictures’ Upgraded; a film set in New York but shot in Leeds.
Speaking about the partnership, Matt Williams CEO of Future Artists Entertainment said, “The Leeds Versa facility is tremendous, and has a really diverse inventory allowing for up to three productions to be ongoing at the same time.”
Charlie Ingall, founder and executive director of Vera Studios added; “Together, we will continue to create a unique production hub in Leeds with global appeal. Attracting both domestic and international productions means we can also focus on nurturing next-gen talent to ensure more access into the industry, and maintain a strong, talented crew base with employment opportunities in the wider creative industries sector in Leeds and beyond.”
