Unit 23: Write up of Industry Notes

99 Mary Street
99 Mary Street is a studio in Sheffield run by a graphics design company. The purpose of the event was to launch and raise awareness of the company's new space and re-establish themselves in Sheffield, whilst also selling some prints. The buildings old industrial feel, keeps the Sheffield theme well. The event was self funded by the company itself. The owners set aside a budget to spend and use on the event. This was used for paying staff, buying refreshments and the management fee. It ended up being around £3000. The event was designed to attract many professionals of the creative media industry in Sheffield. It is advertised for people who would like promote the arts on social networks. Also for people who would like to use the space or collaborate ideas. The posters made for the event were easy to read, they were informative but were minimalistic. The music in the main room was alternative 80's and 90's, mainly from Sheffield. The music was loud enough to hear but not too loud as to impair hearing other people. The staff wore branded t-shirts, and were all past A-level media students. The food was made to fit the Yorkshire and Sheffield industry theme, like black pudding lollipops. There was a ramp to allow disabled access, however there was no disabled toilets so but there was room for a wheelchair in the normal toilets. The PA had to be hired from an individual company, lighting was already in place. The rooms were laid out to allow flow of people between both rooms, and access to the bar. A temporary events notice had to be obtained allow the company to dispense alcohol. A showreel of visuals was used that were generated in house so no permissions were needed. A risk assessment was taken out, all cables were taped down and the bar staff were taught how to do all their jobs safely.

Doc Fest
People came from all over the world for Doc Fest, so many events are on at night. The purpose was entertainment, as it is a huge international film festival. Delegates travel from all over to watch documentaries and attend industry seminars so in the evening many varieties on entertainment are put on. One of the events was a roller disco called "sex and docs and rock'n'rollerskating". There was a very retro 80's theme at the disco. The funding came from grants, sponsorship from the BBC, British Film Archive and the US embassy etc. The cost of the event is £200 for the full festival pass. The target audience is delegates and attendees, as well as film and documentary industry professionals of any age. The style of the disco is 70's and 80's roller disco. The music was loud for a party atmosphere. The logo of the event was prominent around the building and inside it. External signage was needed as people were coming from all over. The disco was free to delegates who have a ticket, but cost £10 if not. The  premises was licensed so ID had to be given if the person looked under age. There were no beverages allowed near the rink. Roller skates are not permitted in the bar area. Skate guards were hired to skate around the rink to support guests. They were also qualified first aiders.