Kitplus brings technology industry roadshow to MediaCityUK

The next KitPlus event in Manchester is now supported by MediaCityUK and will be held on 10th November at the prestigious Open Centre in the heart of MediaCityUK.

If you didn’t get to IBC or have that in depth chat and hands on opportunity you wanted then this could be your chance. All the big names with the very latest kit and technology will be in one place with experts on hand to help.

If you’ve been to one of the KitPlus events in the past then you know the keynote speakers are the best in the business with seminars, workshops and demonstrations throughout the day.

This is THE industry event for the north of England and registration is free and easy so just visit www.kitplus.com/tour to be kept up to date with all the latest news.

Here’s a snapshot of what will be happening during the event:

• Go Big! Big sensors, what’s all the fuss about?

The Pro’s and con’s of large sensor cameras. With new large sensor cameras like the new Sony FS5 or Blackmagic Ursa Mini becoming more affordable and offering exceptional image quality where do you start and will the investment be worth it?

• Project Management 101 

This panel session will highlight the importance of successful project management. Taking a holistic approach, starting with the people involved in any project and how to communicate and deal with the aspects that would be their concern. Commercial/purchasing level, Upper level management, Engineering level, Creatives, Operators and Users…

• Streaming and Live Production

With streaming now low cost and easily attainable it’s only a matter of time before your clients either ask for or you offer live streaming. In this session we’ll look at everything from sound, camera’s, comms, gallery setup and of course getting the feed online with case study references to high profile live streaming events that have attracted millions of viewers online

• Are you an educator or a training provider?

Keeping up with technology and ensuring your students get the most up to date information is a challenge in an ever changing world of formats and technology. In this panel session you will not only hear the thoughts of  leading manufactures and educators but also get a chance to debate the whole matter during the session and afterwards in our networking zone.

• Not to miss…..Grab a guide!

With so much to see and consider when looking to invest in new kit then who better to be your personal guide in MediaCityUK than Alister Chapman. In small groups Alister will spend time showing you around key new technologies on show at the event whilst sharing his experiences and knowledge.

• It’s not what you know, it’s who you know……

Forget the first part of the statement above but you do need good contacts no matter how good you are. Our networking zone is a perfect place to catch up with new and old colleagues from the region, refresh relationships and do some business together.