RED Digital Cinema Cameras Inspire Next Generation of Filmmakers

The RED Digital Cinema camera company recently visited the University of Wales Trinity Saint David and Canolfan S4C Yr Egin in Carmarthen to provide a Filmmaking workshop for students.

This engaging event, supported by the ‘Creative West Wales’s Network, provided students with hands-on experience using state-of-the-art 8K cinema cameras to capture captivating sequences featuring the mesmerizing performances of the Pembrokeshire Fire Spinners.

Under the guidance of industry experts, students from UWTSD’s BA Adventure Filmmaking and BA Digital Media Production courses had the unique opportunity to unleash their creativity and explore the full potential of cinematic storytelling by filming sequences of smoke bombs and flame throwers with performers in full circus costumes. During the day, students were using the same cameras and lenses used on major Hollywood productions, such as the latest Marvel movies and Disney+ series.

Brady Stone, Territory Sales Manager for UK, and Northern Europe for RED Europe expressed his enthusiasm for the opportunity to work with the next generation of filmmakers:

“It was a real pleasure putting on a RED day at UWTSD. We took the full arsenal of RED cameras and the team at the uni organised some fantastic subjects to shoot. The students were fully engaged throughout the day and really enjoyed getting their hands on the kit. They were able to see the benefits of shooting RAW, high resolution and high frame rates, and use the cameras wide dynamic range and extended highlights mode to capture some great footage both in the low-lit studio and the bright exterior set. Everyone seemed to thoroughly enjoy the day, we certainly did, and look forward to next time!”

The workshop also showcased Tokina lenses, which are renowned for their exceptional quality. Students were privileged to use the very same lenses that had just been used to film Tom Hiddleston’s performance in season 2 of Loki for Disney Plus. 

Dr Brett Aggersberg, UWTSD’s Programme Manager of BA Adventure Filmmaking and BA Digital Media Production said:

 “Providing industry focused opportunities such as work with high end cinema cameras is a very important part of delivering a contemporary professional degree course. These students will graduate with the skills and confidence to be employed in industry, or to be an entrepreneur and set up their own business. Companies such as RED and Tokina see the value in supporting new talent and are excited about the creative input of the next generation of filmmakers and content creator.”

Further Information

Lowri Thomas

Principal Communications and PR Officer     
Corporate Communications and PR     
Email: lowri.thomas@uwtsd.ac.uk     
Phone: 07449 998476