09/05/2008
NI Screen Seeks 'Dynamic Leader'
A "dynamic leader" is being sought for the position of Chair to the Northern Ireland Screen Commission.
NI Executive Culture Minister Edwin Poots has announced that he is seeking a top candidate for the job.
"An enormous amount of progress has been made over recent years to develop the screen industry in Northern Ireland," he said.
"Northern Ireland Screen has been instrumental in attracting major international film productions such as Lord Attenborough's Closing the Ring and City of Ember, produced by Tom Hanks' company Playtone Productions, to Northern Ireland.
"The Chair will be responsible for providing clear strategic leadership and promoting the highest standards of accountability and governance within the organisation," he continued.
"He or she will be tasked with building on the Commission's success and developing the organisation's public profile, representing it authoritatively at all levels and in a wide range of circumstances.
"Maintaining and enhancing relationships with government and key stakeholders will also be critical in driving forward the work of the Commission," he concluded, noting that Northern Ireland is not lacking in expertise.
"We have the talent, the expertise, the resources and a welcoming atmosphere that is sure to encourage more and more film and television productions to locate here.
"I am looking forward to working with the new Chair to build on the progress that has been made."
He also explained that Northern Ireland Screen's 'mission' is to accelerate the development of a dynamic and sustainable film and television industry by integrating industrial, educational and cultural policies and actions.
He said that the organisation is primarily funded by Invest NI, the Department of Culture Arts and Leisure and the UK Film Council and it is delegated by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland to administer Lottery funding for film in Northern Ireland.
(BMcC)
NI Executive Culture Minister Edwin Poots has announced that he is seeking a top candidate for the job.
"An enormous amount of progress has been made over recent years to develop the screen industry in Northern Ireland," he said.
"Northern Ireland Screen has been instrumental in attracting major international film productions such as Lord Attenborough's Closing the Ring and City of Ember, produced by Tom Hanks' company Playtone Productions, to Northern Ireland.
"The Chair will be responsible for providing clear strategic leadership and promoting the highest standards of accountability and governance within the organisation," he continued.
"He or she will be tasked with building on the Commission's success and developing the organisation's public profile, representing it authoritatively at all levels and in a wide range of circumstances.
"Maintaining and enhancing relationships with government and key stakeholders will also be critical in driving forward the work of the Commission," he concluded, noting that Northern Ireland is not lacking in expertise.
"We have the talent, the expertise, the resources and a welcoming atmosphere that is sure to encourage more and more film and television productions to locate here.
"I am looking forward to working with the new Chair to build on the progress that has been made."
He also explained that Northern Ireland Screen's 'mission' is to accelerate the development of a dynamic and sustainable film and television industry by integrating industrial, educational and cultural policies and actions.
He said that the organisation is primarily funded by Invest NI, the Department of Culture Arts and Leisure and the UK Film Council and it is delegated by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland to administer Lottery funding for film in Northern Ireland.
(BMcC)
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01 April 2010
NI Short Makes London Film Festival
A film produced through Northern Ireland Screen's Digital Shorts Programme has been selected for a prestigious national competition. Sundays, written and directed by Alanna Riddell has been selected for competition at the London Independent Film Festival which runs from 15th to 27th April.
NI Short Makes London Film Festival
A film produced through Northern Ireland Screen's Digital Shorts Programme has been selected for a prestigious national competition. Sundays, written and directed by Alanna Riddell has been selected for competition at the London Independent Film Festival which runs from 15th to 27th April.
29 September 2009
NI Screen 'Casting' For Major Role
The search is underway to fill an important movie role in Northern Ireland. However, unlike parts in the major film productions made in the Province, this job is behind the scenes - helping to encourage more and more film and television productions to use the expanding facilities and varied locations on offer in Northern Ireland.
NI Screen 'Casting' For Major Role
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Projecting Success At Belfast Film Festival
Stars of the big screen, Sir Ben Kingsley and Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint as well as Ulster actor James Nesbitt are among those set to attend the Belfast Film Festival at the end of March.
Projecting Success At Belfast Film Festival
Stars of the big screen, Sir Ben Kingsley and Harry Potter actor Rupert Grint as well as Ulster actor James Nesbitt are among those set to attend the Belfast Film Festival at the end of March.
15 July 2008
'Hunger' Set For UK Release On October 31
'Hunger', the winner of the Camera d'Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival and the directorial debut of acclaimed British visual artist and filmmaker Steve McQueen, is to be released in cinemas on October 31, Pathé Distribution has announced.
'Hunger' Set For UK Release On October 31
'Hunger', the winner of the Camera d'Or at this year's Cannes Film Festival and the directorial debut of acclaimed British visual artist and filmmaker Steve McQueen, is to be released in cinemas on October 31, Pathé Distribution has announced.
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