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Technical Team
Luke Pietnik
Steve Young
Stephen Fisher
Mikey Murray
Jack Shelbourn
Chris Greybe
Graham Cooper
Neil Jackson
Martyn Thayne
Lincoln’s Brayford Pool is England's oldest inland harbour, beautifully blending Roman heritage with modern style. Once a bustling commercial port, it is now a vibrant waterfront marina. The scenic boardwalks feature a lively mix of restaurants, a cinema, and the university campus, offering a perfect, relaxed cosmopolitan atmosphere.
The Campus - Zone D
Lincoln's West Common is a vast, historic public green space west of the city centre. Characterised by its wide, open pastures where horses freely graze, this peaceful nature reserve features sports pitches, a golf course, and walking trails that offer stunning, unobstructed views of Lincoln Cathedral on the skyline.
West Common - Zone L
Lincoln High street is a bustling hub of the city full of shops, cafes and interesting sights. With a river running through the centre offers the opportunity for some interesting shots.
High Street - Zone O
The Lawns - Zone I
Located in Lincoln’s historic uphill area, The Lawn is a striking, Georgian-built former hospital complex now reimagined as a dynamic visitor hub. Surrounded by peaceful, landscaped grounds, this multi-use heritage site features boutique shops, a popular café, theatre space, all just steps from Lincoln Castle.
Lincoln Cathedral is a magnificent masterpiece of Gothic architecture dominating the city's skyline. Once the world's tallest building, this historic landmark features breathtaking stone carvings, stunning stained glass, and the famous Lincoln Imp. It remains a peaceful, inspiring place of active worship and rich heritage.
Cathedral - Zone C
Lincoln Arboretum is a beautiful, Grade II-listed Victorian park just a short walk from the city centre. Designed by Edward Milner in the 1870s, it features lush gardens, a peaceful lake, fountains, and a historic bandstand. It’s the perfect, tranquil escape for a relaxing stroll.
Castle Area - Zone N
Steep Hill is a charming, cobbled incline lined with medieval buildings and independent shops. At its summit lies Castle Square, a vibrant plaza nestled between Lincoln’s magnificent cathedral and medieval castle. Together, they seamlessly connect centuries of history with lively local culture.
Arboretum
Drill Hall - Zone G
Lincolns second theatre and housing a giant metal head sculpture, near grayfriars and the local library this area is a hidden gem in the city
Film Rules
Review the guidelines and rules below.
Linc-Dog
Learning materials that guide you from capture to production edits and how to use the labs to get your masterpiece ready for screening.
Learning Materials unlock 21/9/26
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Planning Stage
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Team Roles
You will be working in relatively small groups as such you will find you may swap roles throughout the production. Consider who will be camera operator, editor(s) and acting.
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Variable vs Constant Frame Rate
When recording on your mobile device it is important to be aware of wether you are filming at a constant frame rate or a variable as VFR is not supported by Da Vinci Resolve and needs to be corrected via Handbrake prior to import
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Production
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Blackmagic Camera App [Guide]
A Quick guide on using the Blackmagic camera app (free) to get more advanced filming options that go beyond the standard camera app found on most mobile devices.
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Returning to Labs
A brief guide on working in edit suites and computer labs as part of this challenge
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Transferring Footage [PC/MAC]
A step by step guide on how to transfer your footage onto the PCs and Macs in ATB. Covers cable and online transfer process alongside troubleshooting steps.
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HandBrake - Re-Encoding + VFR Fix
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Introduction to Da Vinci Resolve Interface
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Going Further (Effects, Tricks and Techniques)
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Bingo
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Idea Randomiser