Inside the BAFTAs: CTV’s Bill Morris to take us through fast turn production

Bill Morris is International Business Director at CTV Outside Broadcasts and was also Senior Unit Manager on the production of the recent 2012 Orange British Academy Film Award ceremony – the latest case study on the programme at the Fast Turnaround TV conference on 13 March in London. Bill Morris’ presentation will focus on the benefits of tapeless technology on fast turnaround TV production, based on the example of the BAFTA event. He will explain the challenges faced by Technical and Production teams in the making of fast turnaround television programmes and how the implementation of EVS equipment is at the heart of this prestigious show and other high-profile productions. Fast Turnaround TV 2012 is a unique opportunity for peers and colleagues from around Europe to come together for one day to experience case studies that detail how events were produced, how technology and logistics were deployed, and what technical innovations were introduced to enhance the coverage. Fast Turnaround TV 2012 presents a series of broadcaster case studies from around Europe, exposing the innovative workflows behind those big shows with collaborative workflows. From those deeply involved in the latest high-profile sports, music, topical comedy, international event and shiny-floor entertainment shows, find out: how broadcasters make large fast-turnaround shows run smoothly; how market leaders plan, implement, communicate and execute successful large-scale productions and what are the latest technology innovations out there that boost coverage and retain eyeballs. www.fastturnaroundtv.com