After consulting several US studios, the BFI, the British Film Commission, Pact, BECTU and the UK government, the UK Screen Alliance has published a guidance document for post production and visual effects companies to help them operate safely during the current health crisis.
Get the document “Guidance for safe working in Post-Production and Visual Effects during the COVID-19 Pandemic” here.
Another guide, ‘Working Safely During COVID-19 in Film and High-end TV Drama Production’ which has been developed by the British Film Commission (BFC) and will pave the way to for a return to filming in the UK’s studios and locations, is available here.
The release of the UK Screen Alliance guidance was welcomed by the UK’s Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden (pictured).
“The UK is recognised around the globe as a brilliant place to make films, and is home to the world’s best film and high-end TV talent. We’ve worked hard to support the industry through these difficult times, and I’m delighted we’ve been able to agree this step forward towards getting the cameras rolling safely again.”
Oliver Dowden
Reaction to the UK Screen Alliance guidance
Senior management at a number of post production and VFX companies have welcomed the publication of the document.
“This document, by the UK Screen Alliance, is a major contribution to getting our community back to work in a safe and productive environment. The speed and contribution from all parts of our sector shows commitment and solidarity at the same scale as the world class standards we all operate at.”
Sir William Sargent, CEO, Framestore
“The BFC’s COVID-19 recovery Production Guidance and UK Screen Alliance’s Post and VFX Guidance provide the industry with a framework under which it can re-open for business. The speed and thoroughness with which these guidelines have been produced demonstrates the extraordinary level of cohesion and integration found in the UK’s screen sector.”
Alex Hope OBE, DNEG Co-Founder
“Gorilla TV welcomes this industry guidance from UK Screen Alliance and is pleased to add our endorsement to this comprehensive document. Although Gorilla has remained operational throughout this crisis, a staggered ‘return to work’ brings its own challenges which can be managed through use of this guide which we hope will help bring a level of normality to our Industry in the future.”
Rich Moss, MD, Gorilla TV
“It is essential we do not lose the creative collaborative environments we had pre-Covid 19. This guidance will advise you on how to apply government advice and bring safety into your office environments.”
Lucy Ainsworth Taylor, CEO, Bluebolt
“I’ve been very concerned that everyone returning to work feels as safe as they possibly can. Even if the risks are low, employees and clients may well be anxious. UK Screen Alliance’s efforts in the creation of this guidance go a long way in providing this reassurance that our industry is getting back to work while taking the right steps for the health and well-being of everyone.”
David Klafkowski, CEO, The Farm Group