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Enterprise tenant earns coveted place at prestigious film school 30 August 2011 A tenant at the University of Hull’s Enterprise Centre has secured a coveted place at the prestigious National Film and Television School. Chris Hees, who runs Film Rise Productions, beat off strong international competition to secure a place on the MA Film and Television course in Producing. Chris launched his company at the Enterprise Centre back in 2009 and has been producing, promoting and distributing short films and videos for an ever-growing client base, which includes companies in both the public and private sector. ‘I had focused on production while at university and it seemed a natural progression to set up my own production company after graduating,’ explained Chris, who attended York St John University. ‘Being based at the Enterprise Centre has really helped me to develop my business. Not only do you have access to excellent facilities you are also surrounded by like-minded individuals with whom you can bounce ideas off and get invaluable advice.’ But although Chris has been successfully producing short films and videos for a number of years, his real goal has always been to produce large-scale feature films on a regular basis. ‘That is why I decided to apply for a place at the National Film and Television School,’ said Chris. ‘The school offers industry standard courses and first-class training opportunities for people wanting to get into the film industry and also boasts an alumni of world-renowned writers, producers and directors.’ Industry giants who had passed through the doors of the school include director of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, David Yates; Wallace and Gromit animator, Nick Park; creator and writer of the hit TV series Life on Mars, Ashley Pharoah; and Doctor Who director, Toby Haynes. Students are also given the chance to participate in workshops and masterclasses delivered by some of the greatest names in film including Danny Boyle, Steven Soderburgh, Oliver Stone and Ken Loach. But securing a place at the National Film and Television School was no mean feat. ‘As part of the interview process, applicants had to pitch ideas and discuss films with leading professionals in the industry,’ explained Chris. ‘This took place over several intense and gruelling days. I was also competing against some really talented individuals. ‘So I was delighted when I heard I had been offered a place at the school. It will give me a fantastic opportunity to work with people who are as passionate about film as I am. ‘My aim is to return to Hull after I have graduated and expand my production company into feature films, using the knowledge, experience and contacts I acquire during my two-year course.’ Ends.

Enterprise tenant earns coveted place at prestigious film school

30 August 2011

A tenant at the University of Hull’s Enterprise Centre has secured a coveted place at the prestigious National Film and Television School.

Chris Hees, who runs Film Rise Productions, beat off strong international competition to secure a place on the MA Film and Television course in Producing.

Chris launched his company at the Enterprise Centre back in 2009 and has been producing, promoting and distributing short films and videos for an ever-growing client base, which includes companies in both the public and private sector.

‘I had focused on production while at university and it seemed a natural progression to set up my own production company after graduating,’ explained Chris, who attended York St John University.

‘Being based at the Enterprise Centre has really helped me to develop my business. Not only do you have access to excellent facilities you are also surrounded by like-minded individuals with whom you can bounce ideas off and get invaluable advice.’

But although Chris has been successfully producing short films and videos for a number of years, his real goal has always been to produce large-scale feature films on a regular basis.

‘That is why I decided to apply for a place at the National Film and Television School,’ said Chris. ‘The school offers industry standard courses and first-class training opportunities for people wanting to get into the film industry and also boasts an alumni of world-renowned writers, producers and directors.’

Industry giants who had passed through the doors of the school include director of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, David Yates; Wallace and Gromit animator, Nick Park; creator and writer of the hit TV series Life on Mars, Ashley Pharoah; and Doctor Who director, Toby Haynes.

Students are also given the chance to participate in workshops and masterclasses delivered by some of the greatest names in film including Danny Boyle, Steven Soderburgh, Oliver Stone and Ken Loach.

But securing a place at the National Film and Television School was no mean feat. ‘As part of the interview process, applicants had to pitch ideas and discuss films with leading professionals in the industry,’ explained Chris. ‘This took place over several intense and gruelling days. I was also competing against some really talented individuals.

‘So I was delighted when I heard I had been offered a place at the school. It will give me a fantastic opportunity to work with people who are as passionate about film as I am.

‘My aim is to return to Hull after I have graduated and expand my production company into feature films, using the knowledge, experience and contacts I acquire during my two-year course.’

Ends.

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