Last Sunday, we organised our Friends & Family Day. It was an amazing day with more than 500 colleagues, friends, and family members, including a few colleagues from the Netherlands.

There was enjoyment for everyone: studio tours, hands-on camera experiences, a bike course, live music, green screen acting, great food, refreshing drinks, and much more.

A big thank you to everyone who came along and made the day such a success!

Check out our aftermovie here and other pictures from this magnificent day!

 

EMG / Gravity Media, the leading force in production and content, media services and facilities, today detailed EMG / Gravity Media Australia’s partnership with Eurovision in delivering the global television coverage of the Apostolic Visit of His Holiness Pope Francis to Timor-Leste across 9-11 September, as part of the Apostolic Journey to Asia. 

A team from EMG / Gravity Media in Australia has been assigned to supply and operate a state-of-the-art satellite news gathering flyaway terminal on behalf of Eurovision to provide complete coverage of His Holiness Pope Francis’ arrival in Timor-Leste, the celebration of Holy Mass and the farewell ceremony in his historic visit to the nation. 

EMG / Gravity Media Australia in partnership with Eurovision are delivering the technology requirements for Eurovision’s global “pool” coverage for use by international broadcasters and news agencies, with a parallel service provided for RAI Italia’s specific broadcast requirements. 

EMG / Gravity Media Australia’s head of satellite operations, Greg Littrich, said: “EMG / Gravity Media is honoured to be involved in this momentous event, helping to bring these pictures to the world. 

“We have deployed a fully redundant flyaway satellite uplink that, over the course of the three day visit, has been setup at several key locations around Dili to ensure complete coverage of the visit of His Holiness Pope Francis to the people of Timor-Leste. 

“The equipment and technology deployed ensures the world’s media will be provided with the highest quality pictures for news coverage as it happens. We are delighted to support Eurovision in servicing the demands of broadcasters around the world.” 

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The Gravity Media team were up in Manchester to deliver a talk to the MAMA Youth Project – industry-leader’s networking event – to their class of 2023 media trainees.

Head of Proposals, Kate Rendle, Senior HR Advisor, Maria Hadden and Business Development Executive, Osaro Ewansiha went up to meet the trainees and introduce them to our business.

It was a fun session, covering; the work we do, innovations and remote broadcasts, along with a host of other interesting topics.

We also touched on how to kickstart your career in the industry and the tips for success. Our Senior HR Advisor also offered some insightful CV building techniques and, how to stand-out in an interview.

MAMA Youth Project recently launched their inaugural Digital Media Training Programme in 2023, as an opportunity for young people, from under-represented groups outside of the UK capital, to kickstart a career in media production.

With a particular focus on those with limited education or employment opportunities, this programme seeks to address the lack of equity, diversity and inclusion in the media industry.

Gravity Media is always proud to support these initiatives and continue our efforts for progressive social practices across the media sector.

Initial deal for a significant quantity state-of-the-art system camera chains as part of major business expansion and technology transformation programme

Gravity Media, a leading global provider of complex live creative production and media services, has chosen Sony to upgrade and expand its camera fleet across the globe in a move to future-proof its technology for live broadcasting and accommodate further business growth.

The initial contract saw a significant quantity of Gravity Media’s global camera fleet replaced with Sony’s next-generation HDC-Series live production camera chains, which continue to support the capture and broadcast of the most prestigious events in the global sports and entertainment calendar including ATP Tour tennis and Formula E.

Gravity Media welcomed Formula E and ATP Media to its cutting-edge Production Centre having signed a long-term partnership, to house the ATP Media Studios and Formula E production teams in their new facility based in the heart of media land in White City, London.

“This major investment in Sony system cameras marks a gear shift in our transformation programme, bringing new levels of image quality, portability and creative flexibility to live production environments that puts us head and shoulders above our competitors,” comments Ed Tischler, Managing Director at Gravity Media.

“With television formats evolving, it became imperative to upgrade to the very latest technology covering 4K, HD, High Frame Rate (HFR), High Dynamic Range (HDR) and ultra-slow motion. Sony equipment fits the bill – and is trusted by our production teams and our clients alike.”

Norbert Paquet, Head of Live Production, Sony Europe adds: “We are delighted to sign this new contract with such a major player and innovator in the live production world and see our technology used to broadcast some of the world’s biggest live events.”

“Sony teams across the UK, US and Australia mobilised quickly to deliver the initial contract and are in discussions with Gravity about further requirements. Given the Sony Networked Live ecosystem of solutions, products, services, helping the broadcast industry take full advantage of resources in high-quality mission critical live production, we are excited about the future potential of this partnership.”

Gravity Media has invested in a multitude of HDC-3500s, HDC-5500s and HDC-P50s to meet tomorrow’s production needs while maintaining full compatibility with today’s workflows and system hardware. They will be deployed across the globe and within Gravity Media’s recently launched, second Production Centre in London within the White City media campus.

The next-generation Production Centre houses a creative and technology-leading media hub. The 50,000-square-foot facility features the best-in-class technology to support both on-premise and distributed remote production workflows. The introduction of this advanced Production Centre undoubtedly reinforces Gravity Media’s position as an industry leader, pushing the boundaries of innovation. The new Production Centre also enables Gravity Media to welcome key Sports Federations to be based in their facility – ensuring their broadcast media needs can be solved in-house via cutting-edge media and technology solutions.

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Meet Jack Phillips and Luca Saggiorato, our newest Graduates at Gravity Media!

Jack has joined as an Assistant Technical Producer and Luca has joined the team as a Graduate Audio Engineer.  Check out their thoughts on their proudest moment at Gravity Media so far, motivation, and tips for starting out in the industry!

Jack Phillips

  1. What is your favourite part / proudest moment at Gravity Media? My favourite part so far at working at GM so far was working on the FA Cup Final. Being part of it on my first week was quite special and seeing how much work is put in prior to the event
  2. What motivates you at work? As a recent graduate lots of students would love to be in the position I am. I’m motivated to not waste the opportunity and work hard.
  3. A tip for someone starting out in the broadcast industry? A willingness to learn and a positive attitude. No one was an expert on their first day!
  4. Favourite film / tv programme / sport / sports team? I’m a big sports fan such as football, F1, boxing and darts!
  5. What makes great TV / films? Being able to connect with an audience, there’s so many different types of films out there and they each create a connection with a certain type of person. There’s room for everyone with so many stories to tell and so many people to connect to.

Luca Saggiorato

  1. What is your favourite part / proudest moment at Gravity Media? My favourite part so far has been being able to see and use equipment that I wished I had the chance to use while studying at university, as well as being able to question and learn from colleagues that are very experienced and knowledgeable within this industry
  2. What motivates you at work? My motivation at work is the willingness to keep learning new equipment and progressing further as an Audio Engineer
  3. A tip for someone starting out in the broadcast industry?  A tip I would give is to learn a bit of everything and to ask questions. Asking questions to those who are more knowledgeable and experienced helps to broaden your understanding and bridge gaps in your knowledge. Most important is to try your hardest at everything and attempt roles/jobs even if you aren’t 100% confident
  4. Favourite film / tv programme / sport / sports team? My favourite sports team is probably AC Milan since it’s where part of family is originally from and I have supported them ever since I was a child.
  5. What makes great TV / films? Great TV and Film are both made through exceptional planning and prep, time and most importantly teamwork, since one person can’t make the best production possible!

We have kicked off our Winter Warmer Collection for this year at Gravity Media.

From now until Friday 16 December, we’ll be encouraging all staff to bring in non-perishables for our Gravity Media collection with all items donated to local food banks and homeless shelters on Friday 16 December.

If you’re visiting one of our UK offices anytime soon, feel free to drop your items in at the collection point.

This week, the Gravity Media team joined forces at our Southwood office in the UK as the team hosted a Star Wars themed ‘R2BBQ’.

From Droids to Storm Troopers, the team enjoyed an abundance of Star Wars themed BBQ foods including Obe1Khababi, Luke Frywalker, Darf Burger and Chicken Bacca.

All enjoyed a great R2BBQ and celebrated in true Star Wars style!

Over the past week, Gravity Media’s US-based engineers came together to prepare for the upcoming season of exciting sports and entertainment projects through a series of training programs developed and taught by their own peers.

Throughout the past week, our expert engineers have been training on new updates to our equipment compliment on each truck, including our new S-Class truck premiering this Fall.

During this time, the team divided into breakout sessions focusing on valuable insights into Gravity’s high-quality technology-transmission, EVS and comms just to name a few. The week also provided an opportunity for the engineers to gain first-hand experience of Gravity’s brand-new S-Class trucks which are in the process of being built.

Gravity continues to invest in our team members with ongoing training on state-of-the-art equipment and updates within the industry, it’s who we bring together that sets us apart. Our teams come from all walks of life but have one thing in common: a passion for the industry and a true understanding of client service.

The crew topped off a successful week of training with an onsite Fiesta! Here at Gravity, we look forward to exciting times ahead where together, we will be working to provide facilities and packaging for sports and entertainment events for the sports and entertainment industries.

Monday 25 April 2022 – Gravity Media, the world leading provider of complex live broadcast facilities and production services, have further strengthened their motorsport credentials with the announcement of new world class talent, welcoming to the team experienced Executive Producer Martin Turner and former Formula 1, Formula E and Le Mans Driver, Bruno Senna, as a Motorsport Ambassador.

The news follows the recent high-profile announcement of Gravity Media’s five-year deal to provide end-to-end production broadcast for the Goodwood Season of motorsport events. Hosted by The Duke of Richmond at the Goodwood Estate, the Goodwood Season is firmly established in the English sporting and social calendar. As part of the contract, Gravity Media have been appointed to broadcast three motorsport events – the Members’ Meeting presented by Audrain Motorsport (which took place on April 9th – 10th), the Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard (June 23rd – 26th) and the Goodwood Revival (September 16th – 18th).

Both Turner and Senna have been heavily involved in the Goodwood project, from the initial pitch stage through to live delivery of the first event, the 79th Members’ Meeting, earlier this month.

With more than 30 years of live production and directing experience, and having led the creation of the first ever dedicated Formula 1 channel at Sky Sports, Turner remains one of the industry’s leading production minds in motorsport. Alongside his role as Head of Broadcast for the Professional Triathletes Organisation, he will work with Gravity Media as an executive producer for motorsport projects.

Turner’s experience and wealth of contacts will help to both shape the editorial direction of programming and build highly-skilled production teams for Goodwood and future projects.

Senna, currently a brand ambassador and factory driver for McLaren Racing, provides a driver’s perspective as Gravity Media’s Motorsport Ambassador, working closely with the business development and production teams to offer unique insights as to how motorsport programming can evolve.

He was also an important member of the on-screen presentation team at the Members’ Meeting, joining the live ITV programming and offering a behind-the-scenes perspective as he drove his legendary uncle Ayrton Senna’s 1990 V10 McLaren MP4/5 around the Goodwood Motor Circuit as part of a wider Formula 1 demonstration.

The Gravity Media motorsport offering has been further bolstered with Turner and Senna’s arrivals alongside the Goodwood contract win, which follows on from the motorsport pedigree of delivering the ongoing broadcast of Formula 1 highlights, Supercars and TCR Australia.

With the Gravity Media specialist cameras team ensuring innovation on track, live onboard camera systems and on-helmet capture solutions, the Gravity Media team ensures a unique driver and roadside experience unlike any other for broadcasters, production companies and live event organisers.

Martin Turner, Gravity Media – Executive Producer, Motorsport comments: “I was immediately impressed with Gravity Media’s ambitions in motorsport and it has been great to build their production plans into a full turnkey solution. I knew they had the technical expertise and innovation and was happy to bring my production experience to help complete the picture. I’ve enjoyed assembling first class production and onscreen talent teams for Goodwood and, if the excellent track output at the Members’ Meeting is anything to go by, there are plenty of exciting times ahead.”

Bruno Senna, Gravity Media – Ambassador, Motorsport adds: “It was fun to collaborate with Gravity Media on the pitch for Goodwood motorsport events and then translating that to screen at the Members’ Meeting. I really enjoyed working with the Gravity Media crew and presenters to give my insights, and also work together to make the coverage bigger and better. They have added some exciting innovation to bring fans closer to the action. It was a great weekend driving the McLaren MP4/5 around the motor circuit as part of the V10-era F1 car demo.”

Blair Wood, Gravity Media – Business Development Director, EMEA says: “Working with Martin and Bruno has been a fantastic experience for the team at Gravity Media. It isn’t just their unquestionable experience and knowledge, it is both of their enthusiasm for delivering the very best production possible. Martin has been invaluable in assembling talent, both on and off screen, and setting the editorial agenda. But he doesn’t stop there – he gets into the granular detail, ensures he spends time with crew at all levels and his energy is infectious. Likewise with Bruno, he could have just put his name to the project and sat back but he has brought a real passion to meetings and wanted to be actively involved in pitches, productions plans and then the onscreen output.”

Ed Tischler – Managing Director, EMEA comments: “This year sees us further elevate our motorsport credentials building on our current history as an innovative technical partner. We have assembled a world leading production and on-screen automotive team who can lead all our client projects. It has been a pleasure working with Martin and Bruno and, as we look to build on our end-to-end motorsport production solutions, we are looking forward to what the future may bring working on the best global motorsport events”.

Watch the Gravity Media team in action at Goodwood here.

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London, United Kingdom, 29 November 2021: Gravity Media, the leading global provider of complex live broadcast facilities and production services to content owners, creators and distributors, has recently hired Lisa Smith as Rental Manager for Broadcast and Post Production.

The expanding Gravity Media team are proud to welcome Lisa Smith who joins as a new Rental Manager to oversee the regional equipment rental offering.

Lisa’s hire follows on from other important recent Gravity Media team appointments – Jason Tomkins as Post Production Promotion & Development Manager and Fiona Burton as Head of Post Productionto work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Gravity’s Managing Director, EMEA – Ed Tischler.  

With over 21 years of experience in Broadcast Rental, Media Production and Digital Media Lisa will be focused on looking after all client relationships, oversee all creative projects, as well as growing the wide range of new opportunities which Gravity Media can support across the broadcast and post-production markets in the North of England. Lisa will work closely with Jamie Brewer and the wider team to ensure the highest level of client experience. 

Lisa has previously held roles at BBC Sport, MCL Create, Gearbox, Presteigne Broadcast, ES Broadcast, and Procam Take 2.

Some of her career highlights include being responsible for coordinating and managing equipment and crew for the Manchester 2002 Commonwealth Games, which involved 80 crew at 17 venues and attracted a Worldwide TV audience of 1 billion.

Ed Tischler, Managing Director of Gravity Media for EMEA commented: 

“The expansion of our existing Manchester operation is a proud moment for the business, more news of which I look forward to sharing early next year. Lisa will further bolster our world leading team – looking after all our regional broadcast and post production rental relationships.

Lisa’s warm personality, energy, passion and likeability coupled with her experience, expertise and wide-ranging client relationships made her the obvious choice to join our growing team. 

She will undoubtedly continue to secure the most creative projects, supported by the innovation and tech pipeline which sits at the heart of the business.”   

Lisa Smith Gravity Media’s new Rental Manager comments on overseeing Gravity Media North:

“It’s an extremely proud moment for me to be joining the global player that is Gravity Media and have the opportunity to help shape and grow the Gravity Media’s regional offering at such an important time for the business. 

In the last 21 years, I have gained invaluable media and broadcast experience which feels perfectly placed to bring to this role as I ensure Gravity Media is the go-to rental and postproduction solution for the film, TV, and broadcast industry in the North of England.  I look forward to ensuring the highest level of client service and working with Jamie Brewer and the wider team”.

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The Gravity Media Equipment Rental team in Germany has recently received a delivery of one stadium lens which is now available to rent.  

The stadium lens has an angle view of 210 degrees and is already a popular option amongst clients including the Austrian Broadcasting Corporation, ORF, who are currently using the lens on their production for Dancing Stars. In addition, the lenses have also been used on the production of the TV series Starmania and Golden Note.  

Gravity Media offers the latest broadcast equipment for rental to the outside broadcast, studio, and production markets, supported by a 24/7 technical backup service.   
 
All our rental equipment is carefully prepared and tested before every job, and our transportation and logistics team deliver locally, nationally and internationally within days of order.  
  
Each piece of equipment comes with a robust, custom-built flight case ensuring it reaches you in perfect condition and ready for use, wherever you may be in the world.  
  
For more information on our broadcast equipment rental click here or email us enquiries@gravitymedia.com  

Over the weekend, Fiona Burton Gravity Media’s Head of Post Production in the UK attended the first ever Rise – Women in Broadcast Retreat held in Lancaster. The 2020 Mentoring cohort was not able to meet in person at any point during the scheme and it was for this reason the retreat was such an important date in this year’s calendar. 

Fiona told us how inspiring it was to see all the mentees and learn of how many of them have been able to secure promotions and gain confidence to reach for their dream job.  The retreat was a wonderful weekend of meeting people in real life and forging new friendships.

Huge thanks to Rise’s fantastic leader Carrie Wootten for organising the weekend, Marina Kalkanis from M2S Media for sponsoring this fantastic initiative, and Michelle Parry for the amazing location.  It’s great to see all the fabulous ladies doing great things in our industry.

Gravity Media is proud to be supporting Rise’s work, including its Rise Up education outreach programme, annual Awards, networking events, and training sessions.