Business
Looking back at 2024: the industry trends that stood out
From AI to IP, the cloud to virtual production, key industry executives take a look back at some of the biggest trends that impacted...
dock10
Virtual Production
dock10 virtual lighting solution sparks creative flash
The innovation enables virtual lighting to be integrated live during filming, widening creative choice for lighting directors
Business
Landsec acquires MediaCity
The waterfront site is home to BBC North and ITV Studios, as well as dock10 and more than 250 creative businesses
Production & Post
Salford University to provide UK’s first mo-cap diploma course
Applications are open for the two-year diploma, which will commence in September 2025
Live Production
dock10 scores again with BBC Football
Manchester-based facility is home to the BBC's new UEFA Champions League highlights show
IBC
My IBC: John O’Shaughnessy, head of technology operations, dock10
With 25 IBC Show's under his belt, dock10's John O’Shaughnessy explains how the event remains fresh thanks to it ability to continue to meet...
Virtual Production
dock10 funding award lights the way for virtual productions
The funding will be used in the creation of AI-driven tools that deliver realistic light interactions for programmes filmed in virtual studios
Live Production
The quay to Downing Street: how dock10 produced the leaders’ debates
Playing a part in the democratic process, dock10 was able to work to very tight deadlines to bring the leaders' debates to the screen
People
Meet the… camera assistant trainee
Faye Moseley, camera assistant trainee, dock10 tells TVBEurope why it’s always best to be upfront about what you don’t know, rather than pretending you...
People
Meet the… camera assistant trainee
Lucy Watson, camera assistant trainee, dock10, tells TVBEurope about landing her “dream job” straight out of university, and why working on set helps her...
Business
TVBEurope January/February 2024 issue out now
TVBEurope kicks off 2024 with a new look, as well as a deep dive into virtual production. Plus, we look at the ongoing convergence...
Virtual Production
dock10 explores how AI can meet challenge of ‘realistic lighting’ in virtual studios
Live or ‘as live’ TV productions - including sports programmes, game shows and music performances - that film in multi-camera green screen studios currently...
People
Meet the… production development producer
Hannah Robinson, production development producer, dock10, details how she went from the ‘Wolves light show person’ to working on some of the biggest shows...
IBC
My IBC: Paul Clennell, CTO, dock10
This week's My IBC feature comes from dock10 chief technology officer, Paul Clennell, who talks virtual studio production, industry insights, and catching up with...
People
Meet the… studio operations manager
From running a mobile disco to overseeing security, bookings and set builds and take downs at one of the UK's busiest TV facilities, dock10's...
People
Meet the… broadcast technology operations manager
From a mention in Rolling Stone to working on The Sooty Show, dock10's Darren Jones details his journey to his current role, and explains...
Live Production
BBC to continue using dock10 until 2027
dock10 will continue to provide television studios, post production and infrastructure services for the broadcaster
Production & Post
How dock10 went Inside No. 9
Last night's surprise episode was shot at dock10 using a virtual studio
Eurovision Song Contest
Flying the Flag: dock10’s role at Eurovision
TVBEurope talks to dock10's Adam Balcombe about how the facility will be the backbone of the BBC's Eurovision 2023 coverage
People
dock10 expands AI and immersive capabilities with new hire
Dr Florian Block will help develop dock10’s R&D strategy, delivering custom solutions for multi-camera virtual production
Production & Post
Turning a 4,500 sq ft studio into 36 miles of jungle
Jenny Priestley catches up with the team at dock10 to find out how they helped create the virtual environment and creatures for award-winning factual...
People
Meet the… lead virtual studio developer
dock10's Andy Elliott explains how made the jump from gaming to broadcast, and why the key to loving what you do is to enjoy...
People
Meet the… junior virtual studio developer
dock10's Aya Al-bayati explains how taking a leap of faith got her started in the media tech industry, and why work is never boring!
Production & Post
dock10 provides home comforts for BBC’s World Cup coverage
The UK’s leading television facility is serving as the UK production base for BBC Sport’s coverage of the FIFA World Cup 2022
People
Meet the…junior virtual studio developer
dock10's Katie Bayman explains why anyone wanting to enter the media industry should apply for everything, and why it's important not to limit yourself...
People
dock10 aims to tackle shortage in virtual production talent
Both new hires will be learning on the job as part of dock10’s virtual studio team, building up the skills and relationships to succeed...
People
Meet the head of studios
dock10's Andy Waters discusses the importance of mentoring, and why anyone looking to enter the media industry should be practising their skills on a...
Business
What does the rise in energy prices mean for the broadcast industry?
TVBEurope speaks to a number of vendors to find out how they are preparing for the price rises, and what impact they think it...
People
Meet the entry level camera assistant
dock10's Amy Ashley-Mather reveals how Facebook helped her get started in the media tech industry, and why anyone who wants to work in media...
People
Meet the head of product innovation
dock10's Richard Wormwell reveals how he moved into the TV industry after starting out in desktop publishing, and why working with leading edge technology...
Production & Post
dock10 releases free guides to virtual production
The Introductory Guide to Virtual Studios provides information on green screen, virtual studios - including virtual flying cameras, LED walls, and teleportation
People
Meet the entry-level sound assistant
dock10's Madeleine Jones discusses how she got her start in the media industry, why no day is ever quite the same, and finding a...
Live Production
Eurovision 2022: This is Manchester calling…
With the countdown on to Eurovision 2022, the team at dock10 tell TVBEurope about their role as the UK’s new permanent production base and...
Live Production
dock10 launches studio talent training scheme
"Our industry is going to have some problems in the future unless we train up the new generation," said dock10 head of studios Andy...
Production & Post
Let it grow!
Dan Meier seeks out the UK studio facilities investing in sustainability
Media Consumption
AJA Video Systems helps dock10 produce SDR and HDR content remotely
dock10 took live UltraHD HDR feeds from each match and integrated it with 3G-SDI SDR content created in its virtual studio to produce both...
Production & Post
dock10 plants 2,500 trees to celebrate 10th anniversary
The trees have been planted as part of the IPE project in the Atlantic Rainforest in Brazil
Production & Post
dock10 launches real-time mo-cap solution
Solution combines full-body motion-capture and facial-capture software
Production & Post
dock10: Celebrating a decade of innovation
Paul Clennell, chief technology officer at dock10, gives TVBEurope an insight into the facility's ten years in operation, and the technological innovation that has...
Business
TVBEurope October 2021 issue released
In this issue, we focus on augmented reality, virtual reality and post production
Production & Post
dock10 announces passing of studio manager Sinead Sweeney
Sweeney was a much loved member of the dock10 team, and has been with the facility since its launch in 2011. Her colleagues have...
Audio
dock10 installs Calrec Artemis in £1 million remote gallery
Dedicated multipurpose remote gallery works with outside broadcasts and connects to the dock10 network