Hi I'm Mark Jacobs, programme manager for the .
I run, with a small team of colleagues, an innovative training project called Fusion. Through labs, workshops and conferences we support the development of critical new skills that support the merger of creativity and new technology.
Recently my effort was focused on , the largest free training event yet held in Bristol and one which proved a massive success and could be a model for other cities.
The week-long schedule of networking, training and knowledge exchange for the creative industries was hosted and produced by the . The 主播大秀 Bristol Partnership is a formal agreement between 主播大秀 Bristol and organisations right across the city.
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Collaboration was at the heart of the success of the week 鈥� partners included , , Bristol City Council, , , and the .
Each day had a different theme and focus: , , with events ranging from presentations on the future of broadcasting to workshops on key skills such as production management, development and leadership.
There was even a mini at the Pervasive Media Studio and an opportunity to play test the extraordinary .
Bristol Media also delivered a unique 'Open Doors' event where people could visit one of 16 local companies including .
I believe events of this kind are likely to become an important part of the 主播大秀s future. They build relationships both internally and externally, inform us all about the future and provide vital training and goodwill between staff and the freelance community.
Over 500 delegates were reached across the week and more than a thousand tickets issued. That is a fantastic credit to all involved.
Many sessions in the main conference room were filmed and these videos are on the . The playlist includes a look into interactive documentary making and digital predictions for 2013. They will be, I hope, an invaluable resource for those who couldn鈥檛 attend.
Students from the University of the West of England produced excellent films on digital innovation with expert guidance from the 主播大秀 Academy鈥檚 Deidre Mulcahy.
It was great fun and a big learning curve in how we can use partners to provide camera and edit support around events. At the same time it provided a worthwhile learning experience for the students. Find these clips and more on the .
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主播大秀 Technology also delivered a great Technology Fair with a range of stands on everything from how to use the 主播大秀 archive more effectively to accessibility.
An event of this scale involves support both from partners and many different parts of the 主播大秀. A full thank you list would be too long for this blog. But credit must go to the 主播大秀 Academy, in particular Tracy Hall and Zoe Brandon and colleagues from 主播大秀 Bristol Sue Soni, David Aston and Andy Corp.
Lastly, thanks to everyone who supported this event and produced sessions. We were all delighted with the results and I personally hope it will inspire other events of this kind in the future. If you have any feedback or questions about the week, then please leave a comment below.
Mark Jacobs is programme manager, 主播大秀 Academy.
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