Researchers at ¶¹ÄÌÊÓƵ University will explore the conceptÌýof virtual and remote production, with the potential to embed greater sustainability in production practices.Ìý
A multi-disciplinary has been established to develop research and expertise aroundÌývirtual and remote production, whileÌýa showcase of virtual production technology willÌýtake place on ¶¹ÄÌÊÓƵ's Talbot Campus as part of the upcomingÌýÌý
Virtual productionÌýinvolves combining live and virtual reality elements on set. Locations can be virtually created in real-time using green screens or LED walls and those in the scene can interact with digital backgrounds and props.
This reduces the need to move crews and equipment to differentÌýlocations and enables remote working, helping reduce the environmental footprint of productions.
The technology has already been used in television productions such as Disney's The Mandalorian as a way of capturing virtual and physical content in a single shot.Ìý
Transportation and travel to locationÌýaccounts forÌý, and it has been reported that virtual productionÌýhas been shown to lead to at least aÌý.ÌýÌý
Virtual production can also increase productivity and faciliate reuse of virtual props and facilities, reducing waste.Ìý
As well as the potential for more sustainable practice, the virtual production research cluster will also explore the potential applications of virtual production and undertake research in production techniques to help establish best practice.Ìý