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14-15 May 2025
Olympia Grand Hall
London

MPTS

Programme

Programme

Programme

Don't let the UK's biggest FREE industry seminar programme slip through your fingers! Featuring 350+ speakers across 100+ sessions in 8 theatres, join us as we celebrate the industry's ability to push the boundaries of what's possible when creativity and innovation come together.

More sessions and speakers will be announced over the coming weeks so make sure you keep an eye on this page for updates.
 

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10:30
  1. Keynote Theatre
    40 mins
    • Keynote
    From dazzling costumes to flawless makeup and seamless camera work, Strictly Come Dancing is a visual masterpiece—but what does it take to create the magic? Join the award-winning Series Director Nikk ...
  2. Production Theatre
    40 mins
    • Production
    As the television landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, senior executives from independent production companies come together to discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities shaping the i ...
  3. Media Technology Conference (Gallery Level)
    30 mins
    • Media Technology Conference
    Cutting-edge advancements in AI and 3D reconstruction are transforming media accessibility and content creation. In this session, two experts will present their latest research in these rapidly evolvi ...
10:45
  1. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    45 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    Discussions with this panel of technology leaders and purveyors of broadcast technology and services,  will discuss the latest advancements in transmission methods, evolving standards, the integration ...
  2. Post Production Theatre
    45 mins
    • Post Production
    As the demand for high-quality content continues to grow, the post-production industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace. This panel brings together leading experts in editing, visual effects, soun ...
11:00
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    40 mins
    • AI
    As AI rapidly advances, broadcasters are proactively reshaping their strategies to leverage its transformative potential. This session delves into how broadcasters are integrating AI to enhance conten ...
11:15
  1. Audio Theatre
    40 mins
    • Audio
    Oscar-winning Supervising Sound Editor James Mather shares insight into his craft and career, just ahead of the worldwide release of his latest project - Mission:Impossible - The Final Reckoning.
  2. Virtual Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Virtual Production
    Virtual production is no longer a niche aspect of filmmaking; it has become a game-changer, revolutionising how films, TV shows, and games are made. From The Mandalorian to immersive live events, virt ...
11:40
  1. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    25 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    Discover how IaaS enables media and entertainment businesses to scale seamlessly, optimise costs, and enhance performance. We’ll explore how cloud infrastructure supports growing workloads, remote col ...
    Sponsored by:
    ERA
11:50
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    30 mins
    • AI
    Artificial Intelligence is the hot topic of the moment, and despite being in development for at least 10 years, it's now at a turning point where it's becoming accessible on an industrial scale. Find ...
12:00
  1. Virtual Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Virtual Production
    ROE Visual is proud to present an exclusive panel discussion on the future of broadcast and broadcast innovation at the Virtual Production Stage at MPTS 2025.  This panel of industry leaders and exper ...
    Sponsored by:
    Roe
  2. Media Technology Conference (Gallery Level)
    30 mins
    • Media Technology Conference
    In this session, Joe Bleasdale, Product Marketing Strategist at Megapixel, will cover how The Eurovision Song Contest transitioned from a traditional baseband video system, to an ST 2110 based system. ...
    Sponsored by:
    Megapixel
12:05
  1. Audio Theatre
    35 mins
    • Audio
    This panel discussion brings together leading professionals from the worlds of film and television sound to explore the current landscape of audio production. From advancements in immersive sound form ...
12:55
  1. Keynote Theatre
    40 mins
    • Broadcast Sport Series
    • Keynote
    Join us for an intimate fireside chat with Jason Bell, former NFL player, broadcaster, and entrepreneur, as he shares insights from his journey both on and off the field. From the highs and challenges ...
    Sponsored by:
    Broadcast Sport
13:10
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    25 mins
    • AI
    Michael Parkinson, the iconic British chat show host, has been brought back to the airwaves—thanks to the power of artificial intelligence. In this groundbreaking series, AI has been used to recreate ...
  2. Post Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Post Production
    Companies transitioning to the cloud are setting themselves up for a much more flexible future, relying less on fixed assets. In some cases, this even negates the need for a physical office. And by mo ...
13:30
  1. Audio Theatre
    35 mins
    • Audio
    From sweeping orchestral scores to subtle atmospheric soundscapes, music is a crucial element in storytelling. This panel brings together an esteemed group of composers behind projects such as The Tou ...
  2. Production Theatre
    40 mins
    • Production
    In this masterclass, we’ll explore the art of making impactful, award-winning documentaries in the UK. From uncovering powerful stories to navigating legal and ethical challenges, this session will pr ...
  3. Media Technology Conference (Gallery Level)
    30 mins
    • Media Technology Conference
    Join Emmy Award winning, Dr. Ali C. Begen in his presentation analysing MoQ's core features, including its efficient multiplexing and low-latency capabilities, derived from QUIC.  Dr Begen will discus ...
13:45
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    35 mins
    • AI
    As AI transforms industries, protecting your intellectual property is more critical than ever. This session explores the legal challenges and opportunities of AI-generated content, from copyright and ...
13:50
  1. Keynote Theatre
    40 mins
    • Keynote
    Join acclaimed actor and award-winning documentary maker Ross Kemp in an exclusive conversation about his extraordinary career, from his iconic role in EastEnders to his fearless reporting on some of ...
13:55
  1. Post Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Post Production
    Live sports broadcasting is evolving at pace. Rights holders, federations, production teams and broadcasters are under constant pressure to deliver seamless, high-quality content, often from remote or ...
    Sponsored by:
    Lucidlink
14:10
  1. Virtual Production Theatre
    40 mins
    • Virtual Production
    This session will look at a programme funded by Innovate UK, BridgeAI with a £1.8m 12 month R&D grant, which was conducted by teams at dock10, the University of York, and 2LE Media who will share thei ...
    Sponsored by:
    dock10
  2. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    35 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    Join us to explore how temporary power solutions, including electric generators and alternative energy sources are enabling more sustainable live and televised music events. This session will examine ...
    Sponsored by:
    BAFTA albert
14:15
  1. Audio Theatre
    25 mins
    • Audio
    Ever-developing audio technologies continue to shape new production techniques.  This in-depth panel explores how immersive formats, cloud-based and remote workflows, and other advancements are influe ...
    Sponsored by:
    Solid State Logic
14:30
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    30 mins
    • AI
    Digital Catapult and Target3D will take us through the development of a generative AI metahuman – dubbed Kerwyn AI, or Kai for short – the result of a collaborative and eye-opening process between the ...
14:50
  1. Audio Theatre
    40 mins
    • Audio
    Join this exclusive masterclass where the sound designers, mixers, and audio post-production experts behind Black Mirror reveal their process from script to screen. Gain insight into the creative coll ...
15:00
  1. Virtual Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Virtual Production
    Virtual production can help reduce shoot days, reduce risks for dangerous scenes, and let you shoot overnights during the day, but is it the solution to all your problems?  Will your production get more complicated if you use VP for complex scenarios?  Will it cost you more than just filming with a green screen and doing everything with VFX?  To VP or Not to VP, that is the question.  Join us to discuss the pros and cons of choosing VP for films, television, commercials, and more.
    Sponsored by:
    Garden Studios
15:10
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    20 mins
    • AI
    In this 20-minute session, explore how AI and automation are revolutionizing media production. From identifying trending topics to transforming ideas into scripts, storyboards, and full-fledged media ...
    Sponsored by:
    Nagarro
15:15
  1. Post Production Theatre
    25 mins
    • Post Production
    Join David Scott on this special and exclusive deep-dive into the creation of the haunting VFX for Robert Eggers horror masterpiece Nosferatu.
15:35
  1. Keynote Theatre
    40 mins
    • Keynote
    Factual entertainment continues to dominate screens, blending real-life stories with compelling storytelling to engage global audiences. But what makes a winning format, and what are commissioners loo ...
15:40
  1. Audio Theatre
    25 mins
    • Audio
    Join us for an exclusive masterclass with Adam Daniel, acclaimed Re-Recording Mixer, as he delves into the world of sound post-production. With more than 180 feature film credits - including the BAFTA ...
15:45
  1. Virtual Production Theatre
    30 mins
    • Virtual Production
    As the creative industries rapidly evolve with advancements in real-time technology, virtual production, AI, and immersive media, the demand for new skills is higher than ever. This panel will explore ...
  2. Media Technology Conference (Gallery Level)
    30 mins
    • Media Technology Conference
    As audiences shift viewing habits and technology continues to evolve, the future of broadcast television faces both challenges and opportunities.  In this roundtable discussion, industry leaders will ...
16:15
  1. Audio Theatre
    35 mins
    • Audio
    • Broadcast Sport Series
    Leading figures from the podcast industry look at the options for monetising your show once it has gained an audience. They will examine the different options, including traditional adverts, presenter ...
    Sponsored by:
    Broadcast Sport
16:20
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    35 mins
    • AI
    Join members of the award-winning team behind the 2024 IBC Accelerator Project Of The Year as they explore the revolutionary potential of AI assistant agents in live content creation. Discover how the ...
16:25
  1. Virtual Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Virtual Production
    When most people hear "virtual production" (VP), they picture massive LED volumes displaying complex 3D environments built in gaming engines for tentpole productions. But VP is far more versatile than ...
16:30
  1. Post Production Theatre
    25 mins
    • Post Production
    Join Union VFX Supervisor David Schneider for an exclusive masterclass on creating award-winning environments for The Tattooist of Auschwitz. Discover how Union digitally reconstructed Auschwitz-Birke ...
16:40
  1. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    40 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    Free Ad-Supported Streaming, or FAST, channels have grown in popularity recently, with consumers becoming tired of subscriptions and returning to content with adverts. But how easy is it really to cre ...
10:30
  1. Audio Theatre
    40 mins
    • Audio
    Saturday primetime is appointment TV. With a rich history of famous formats, as many as 25 million of us come together for TV on Saturday night. Explore the unique challenges behind the sound some of ...
  2. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    35 mins
    • AI
    This session explores the practical and philosophical gap between creative production and generative technologies and seeks to create a bridge between the two that can benefit both technology and crea ...
  3. Post Production Theatre
    40 mins
    • Post Production
    After several difficult years dealing with the effects of the US strikes and commissioning slowdown, are things now looking up for VFX? The expanded tax breaks promise to bring more work to the UK, bu ...
10:45
  1. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    35 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    The broadcasting industry is at the threshold of a technological revolution, driven by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, 5G networks, cloud computing, and immersive media. As audiences de ...
    Sponsored by:
    Disguise
11:15
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    25 mins
    • AI
    Join Brett Danton, international Director and Director of Photography, as he explores the transformative role of AI in film production.  With increasing budget constraints, AI is emerging as a powerfu ...
11:20
  1. Audio Theatre
    25 mins
    • Audio
    One of the world's largest and most significant broadcast technology and production companies, EMG/Gravity Media, supported by trusted market leader in broadcast audio, Calrec Audio, discuss how to un ...
    Sponsored by:
    Calrec
  2. Post Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Post Production
    With budgets tighter than ever, how can producers get the best value from post, and can the post houses find new ways of demonstrating and monetising that value? Editing, dubbing, grading, managing me ...
    Sponsored by:
    UK Screen Alliance
11:30
  1. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    25 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    As the media industry accelerates its transition to live video IP-based workflows, ensuring predictability and optimizing efficiency across the entire contribution and distribution chain is more criti ...
    Sponsored by:
    Zixi
11:50
  1. Keynote Theatre
    40 mins
    • Broadcast Sport Series
    • Keynote
    In an era of rapid technological advancements and shifting audience behaviours, the leaders of sports broadcasting face new challenges and opportunities. This session brings together top executives, p ...
    Sponsored by:
    Broadcast Sport
12:00
  1. Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Production
    What does it mean to be a ‘sustainable’ supplier to the screen industries? And what does it take to get onto BAFTA albert’s Suppliers Directory? Join us as we outline the key steps a business can take ...
    Sponsored by:
    BAFTA albert
12:05
  1. Post Production Theatre
    25 mins
    • Post Production
    An interview with award-winning Senior Colourist, Joe Stabb,  to delve into the visual storytelling of the recent Netflix feature documentary, The Greatest Night in Pop. This session explores the crea ...
  2. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    25 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    This session explore how you can take control of your content and deliver fast turnaround edits for local or remote editing across all outputs from broadcast to social media. This also includes news b ...
    Sponsored by:
    Telestream
12:30
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    25 mins
    • AI
    Media and entertainment powerhouse, Banijay, will talk us through their AI strategy on a global and strategic scale. What are their AI role out plans, the AI Creative Fund launch and how do you measur ...
12:40
  1. Keynote Theatre
    40 mins
    • Keynote
    In this engaging 40-minute panel, a group of accomplished film and TV screenwriters—behind hits like The Au Pair, Vardy v Rooney: A Courtroom Drama, Desperate Measures, Friday Night Dinner, The Inbetw ...
  2. Post Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Post Production
    This session discusses the various training and recruitment schemes that aim to bring a more diverse workforce to the post-production sector and provide them with the tools to prosper. Speakers will e ...
13:15
  1. Virtual Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Virtual Production
    In Virtual Production, the science of colour is often underestimated—yet it’s fundamental when working with LED volumes. Without proper planning, colour mismatches can result in costly post-production ...
13:20
  1. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    25 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    Where is IP heading and how can you maximize its benefits?  This session explores key technical, commercial, and resource considerations, helping you navigate the transition effectively.  Learn what y ...
    Sponsored by:
    Imagine
13:30
  1. Keynote Theatre
    40 mins
    • Keynote
    The UK film and TV industry is evolving with diverse voices and stories, but barriers remain for underrepresented groups. This panel will examine the role of social access in shaping the industry's fu ...
  2. Media Technology Conference (Gallery Level)
    30 mins
    • Media Technology Conference
    This presentation from Lucille Verbaere, Senior Project Manager at the EBU,  will provide an overview of current cyber attacks to media in 2024 and what we can learn from them, and legislations that a ...
13:50
  1. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    30 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    With decades of film and television history at risk of deterioration, restoration technology has become more advanced than ever. From AI-powered upscaling and colour correction to digitizing fragile r ...
14:10
  1. Virtual Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Virtual Production
    Join us to explore how virtual production is transforming sports broadcasting and reducing environmental impact by minimising travel and on-location shoots. The session will highlight recent advanceme ...
    Sponsored by:
    BAFTA albert
14:15
  1. Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Production
    Navigating the complex world of film and TV production finance in the UK can be challenging, but securing the right funding is crucial to bringing your project to life.  This expert panel will share k ...
14:20
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    45 mins
    • AI
    During this keynote talk, Yemi Olagbaiye explores the fundamental tension in today's media landscape between those embracing AI as a creative partner and those fearing it as a threat to human creativi ...
    Sponsored by:
    Softwire
14:30
  1. Broadcast Technology Theatre
    25 mins
    • Broadcast Technology
    Industry leader, Kim Rowell, discusses the EarthSonic project and its groundbreaking approach to sustainability in the creative industries.  She explores the importance of carbon literacy and how adop ...
14:55
  1. Post Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Post Production
    The production landscape has shifted. Budgets are tighter, teams are leaner, and freelancers are now an essential part of the industry. But cutting costs doesn’t have to mean cutting creativity. The t ...
    Sponsored by:
    Lucidlink
15:00
  1. Media Technology Conference (Gallery Level)
    30 mins
    • Media Technology Conference
    Network distribution often struggles with balancing quality, cost, and network constraints. Varying endpoint needs can make efficient delivery complex. IP-based content distribution frequently relies ...
    Sponsored by:
    Net Insigh
15:05
  1. Production Theatre
    30 mins
    • Production
    The fast-paced, high-pressure nature of the UK film and TV industry can take a serious toll on mental health. Long hours, job insecurity, and the demands of creative work often lead to stress, anxiety ...
    Sponsored by:
    Film & TV Charity
15:10
  1. Keynote Theatre
    35 mins
    • Keynote
    Join acclaimed film editor Eddie Hamilton (Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning, Top Gun: Maverick) for an exclusive conversation about the art and craft of editing high-octane blockbuster films. With ...
15:45
  1. Production Theatre
    35 mins
    • Production
    As the UK remains a key hub for film and television production, studios are adapting to an ever-evolving industry. This panel brings together key figures from leading UK studios to discuss the current ...
15:50
  1. AI Media Zone (Gallery Level)
    40 mins
    • AI
    Our closing session will be a forward-looking discussion on where AI might take the industry next, including potential risks and rewards and its effect on efficiencies, tasks and people with a panel w ...

 

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Testimonials

Testimonials

  • It's not just a show; it's an ecosystem for innovation, collaboration and thinking more creatively."
    Adipat Virdi
    DTG
  • The atmosphere at MPTS has been amazing this year. MPTS is definitely one of the industry’s most diverse shows, if not the most diverse, both in terms of attendees and panelists. A huge amount of work goes into making sure that there is equal representation across an extensive conference programme.
    Donna Smith
    Rise
  • The quality of speakers and amount of sessions is just unparalleled.
    Julian Nelson
    Residence Pictures
  • It has been a wonderful two days at MPTS. It was well attended with technology everywhere. The show was full of people from the industry, new to the industry, collaborating, networking and generally having a good time.
    Kris Hill
    Theatrixx Technologies
  • I think this year 2024 is probably the most innovative, cutting-edge, head-of-the-curve MPTS that I’ve exhibited at so far. I think even compared to last year, attendees really know what they’re looking for when it comes to cloud, AI, virtual production, all of the buzz words, all of the emerging technologies, everyone’s really embraced it.
    Emily Fairclough
    SCAN Computers Ltd
  • It's just really nice to come into a big building where all your people are at and everyone is doing the same thing as you and sharing ideas, technologies and solutions. Here it feels like you're among your community.
    Dan Snow
    History Hit

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