Friday May 30, 2025
Building Suspense in Conclave & Crowds in FIFA with Sound Designer Ben Baird
The RedShark Interview
The RedShark Interview takes you behind the scenes with technologists, innovators, and industry leaders shaping the future of moving image technology. From Hollywood blockbusters to high-end advertising, digital content creation, live production, and immersive experiences, we explore the latest gear, evolving workflows, and the creative minds driving innovation. No matter your field: film, TV, marketing, social media, or beyond - if you work with video, this podcast is for you. Subscribe for expert insights on production, post-production, and the cutting-edge technology shaping how we create and share content.
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Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
Steven Yee shares his journey from DSLR-toting film student to founder of Wood Island Media, the production company behind video campaigns for Chrissy Teigen, Ryan Gosling, Kourtney Kardashian, LeBron James, and more.
We explore what it takes to create authentic, story-driven content for some of the world’s biggest celebrity brands, from navigating conflicting client visions to finding emotional resonance in a 15-second reel.
We also discuss Steve’s short film Dear Mom, which you can watch here: https://vimeo.com/707051674
Wood Island Media: https://www.woodislandmedia.com
For more stories from the frontlines of film, tech, and creativity: https://www.redsharknews.com
Friday May 02, 2025
Friday May 02, 2025
Callum Macmillan reveals Dimension's groundbreaking virtual production techniques for the world 'beyond the window' in the Robert Zemeckis and Tom Hanks film 'Here'.
We discuss the day-to-day workflow when creating responsive digital worlds with LED volumes that blend seamlessly with physical sets.
You can read a full article of this conversation (with on-set photos) here: https://www.redsharknews.com/how-virtual-production-transformed-the-latest-robert-zemeckis-film-here
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Shamir Allibhai explains how his background in documentaries at the BBC inspired him to create Eddie AI, an editor's tool that utilises AI to quickly and seamlessly sort through footage, seamlessly integrating with professional editing software.
We discuss how Eddie AI has evolved in response to user feedback, including surprising applications beyond interview editing, and outline Shamir's dreams for Eddie AI's future.
Friday Apr 04, 2025
Friday Apr 04, 2025
In Episode 2 of The RedShark Interview, host Chris Wells speaks with Mark Bustard, Executive Producer for Live Events at Dimension Studio, about the launch of Dimension Live - a brand new division bringing film-grade virtual production tools to the world of concerts, theatre, and immersive experiences.
Mark shares how his background in massive live productions, from London’s New Year’s Eve fireworks to U2 concerts and even a Super Bowl, helped him develop the project management skills to bring cutting-edge tech into live entertainment. He discusses how real-time technologies like Unreal Engine and virtual humans are unlocking unprecedented creative possibilities for live shows, while reducing cost, risk, and production time.