This is a blog from our creative arm Salt (Produciton Attic with a bit more flavour). Read about the creative process on our recent collaboration with The League Against Cruel Sports here: filmwithflavour.com/news/the-creative-journey
In the world of video production, versatility is the key to success. Recognizing the diverse needs of our clients, Production Attic has evolved into a powerhouse of distinct brands, each catering to a unique niche. Each brand solves a need … Continue reading
One of Glasgow’s biggest rental houses has closed … but we’ve got your bag. Your camera bag, that is. Production Attic are ready to rent from once more. We have a collection of FS7 camera kits and more to hire, … Continue reading
General ManagerProduction Attic Full time hours (we operate a 4 day work week)Hybrid working (WFH / Glasgow office)Salary negotiable based on experience Production Attic are on the search for a General Manager to help run our busy Glasgow production office. … Continue reading
We’re looking for Junior Editors who are passionate about creating engaging content for our wide range of clients. From corporate testimonials to dynamic promo films and documentaries to short films, we can’t promise what you’ll be working on – but … Continue reading
Production Attic, and our brands Salt, Imagine IF and Disk Two, are seeking talented voice artists for a range of upcoming projects. We specialize in creating high-quality training videos, impactful advertisements, and compelling documentaries. With a growing demand for Scottish … Continue reading
Production Attic is excited to announce the launch of our newest brand, Disk Two, and the release of its first major production, the feature-length movie, Sea of Thieves: Voyage of a Lifetime. We’re all about creating videos that cater to … Continue reading
And thanks for all the films! As the year moves to the end, we just wanted to take some time to look back over the past twelve months, look forward to the next, and wish you all a happy holiday … Continue reading
We all know that making films is an incredibly fun, passion-led practice. However, it’s also a very expensive one. With all the different gear, gadgets, and gizmos it does create a fairly harsh barrier to entry – especially when that … Continue reading
We’ve all heard that famous saying: “Never work with animals or children.” It’s a maxim almost every filmmaker will encounter at some point throughout their career. It’s also wrong. Of course, sometimes working with children and animals can be hard. … Continue reading
It’s fair to say that we at Production Attic like to create the best possible content for our clients. We love going out on location and filming ourselves, but sometimes the requirements of a project don’t quite fit that model, … Continue reading
Imagine IF Our Creative Director Matt introduces Imagine IF and explains our plans for our ongoing rebranding. I’m really proud to launch Imagine IF (Imagine Inclusive Films), the charity arm of Production Attic. A brand where we can showcase the … Continue reading
We make it easy for charities and not-for-profit organisations to tell stories that help their audience. Ever since its inception, Production Attic has worked closely with charitable organisations to create bespoke films. We’ve worked closely with organisations from all over … Continue reading
The Internet is a remarkably fluid place; it is constantly changing its shape and form as time goes on, and changing how its users interact with it. With the continued rise of social media platforms over the past two decades, … Continue reading
Over the past six months at Production Attic, a lot of stuff has changed. We’ve seen several new faces in our team, we’ve fully embraced the return to in-person filmmaking with some exciting new clients, we launched a new high-end … Continue reading
It’s safe to say that, like many people in the past few years, our approach to working has changed quite a bit. In a line of work that is often very reliant on groups of people – for roles both … Continue reading
I’m proud to announce Salt, the creative arm of the Production Attic Group. Salt exists to make it easy for creative agencies and brands to create video content with impact, that tells their stories to their audience. Whether for TV … Continue reading
We are looking for a Motion Designer / Animation Generalist to work with us on a wide range of projects. Job type We are looking for someone full time but we are open to part-time and flexible working if you already have … Continue reading
“When you do things right, people won’t be sure you’ve done anything at all.” God , Futurama We’re fortunate enough to say that, at Production Attic, we have a lot of different things come through our doors daily. From working … Continue reading
Happy 11th Birthday Production Attic. For the past 11 years, we’ve watched as our company has changed, shifted, and adapted. What started as a small group of filmmaking friends coming out of Glasgow Uni has grown into a group of … Continue reading
Everyone loves Easter Eggs, whether it be the chocolate ones that seem to be sold earlier and earlier every year, or those hidden secrets, references, or details in films that only the most astute can see. We’re going to focus … Continue reading
I’m excited about what can be done with video. Most of our work has a standard video file delivery – that is embedding a video on a website or, a simple video player. So, I jump at the chance to … Continue reading
Well, it’s that time of year again. The 94th Academy Awards have arrived, and like other Filmmakers and Creatives around the world, we’ll be watching with particular interest. So, despite the fact we won’t all be together – we thought … Continue reading
It’s good to be back. This is the overall sentiment in the Production Attic office over the past couple of weeks, as we’ve been able to finally make a full return to our roots. Over the pandemic, Production Attic naturally … Continue reading
It feels like every year or so, there’s a new hot social media platform. The place to be for producing Internet content. Right now for main content distribution, we’ve got no less than seven different main platforms for your content … Continue reading
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to work with us on live-action and animation projects. Production Attic are more than just filmmakers, we’re storytellers and artists. We focus on creativity and uniqueness, we encourage freedom and promote a … Continue reading
We are looking for a Generalist Animator to work with us full time on animation projects. Production Attic are more than just filmmakers, we’re storytellers and artists. We focus on creativity and uniqueness, we encourage freedom and promote a difference … Continue reading
Production Attic’s Company Director breaks down the importance of pre-visualisation when planning a shoot. Continue reading
For some, the pandemic and lockdown created an opportunity to be able to look back at the things we had done previously, and come at it again with a fresh pair of eyes. This was the case for Steph Paton, … Continue reading
On the day of a shoot, the most precious commodity we have is time. How long do we have our actors/contributors/location access for? What time is sundown? When will the rain let up so we can shoot that outdoor scene? … Continue reading
Although it may seem counter-intuitive, the pandemic meant a lot of growth for Production Attic. We have increased our output by roughly 300% and changed the way we work. While we were unable to shoot on location, we moved a … Continue reading
On a misty morning in Edinburgh, a week after dining in restrictions had been lifted, our crew filmed a horse quietly walking through a suburban area with a fox hunter on its back. We had only a day to shoot … Continue reading
In the midst of all of our COP-26 shoots, we took a quick moment to film a short video for the Top Up Taps provided by Scottish Water. With over 59 of these taps located across Scotland, the initiative has … Continue reading
The Scottish Cot Death Trust is the only charity in Scotland dedicated to the issue of sudden unexpected death in babies and young children and trying to find the answers through a combination of funding and research. After making a … Continue reading
The entertainment business is a fickle friend. Often, we only work with people for a contract period – ranging from a few days to a couple of months. At its core, almost all who work in the entertainment industry are … Continue reading
When you think of a creative company like Production Attic, you don’t often think of accounts or expenses. It is something that too many ‘creatives’ veer away from – put off by the general whiff of mathematics. However – accounting is an exceptionally important … Continue reading
We have all seen it happen before – brands change their logos. Often this is to do with market feedback showing the brand logo does not fit the target demographic. At other times it can be that the company has … Continue reading
We are looking for an ambitious Junior Editor with a keen interest in storytelling and a meticulous eye for detail. You will: Be confident in using Final Cut Pro X Have an understanding of After Effects Be able to work … Continue reading
“C O P” is short for Conference of the Parties and refers to the meeting of 197 members of the UN Climate Change delegation. These talks are hosted every year by a different country and bring together delegates from every … Continue reading
At Production Attic, we are always keen to see what our creative contemporaries have been up to. Edinburgh Film Festival (EFF) pulls dynamic cinema from across the world. From solo animation projects, to musical romps and coming of age tales … Continue reading
Continuing our series on getting to know our team, this week we are taking a deep dive into our wonderful editor, Martin Heron. Martin has been with Production Attic since 2018. Before joining us, he worked on commercial promotions, corporate … Continue reading
Still from A Symphony in Stone Although we are busy at Production Attic, we will be continuing our series introducing our team. This week we will be focusing on our Creative Director; Matthew Cowan. Matt started Production Attic with some … Continue reading
You look at yourself in the mirror all the time – when you brush your teeth, put on your makeup, fix your hair – the firmest impression you have of yourself is the one you see every day. It is … Continue reading
The aim of any project we work on is to effectively communicate our client’s message. If you can see how it all came together, we aren’t doing our jobs correctly. But – there is a lot that goes on behind … Continue reading
Everything we create tells a story. We work across a wide variety of styles but whether we are producing an advert or a training video we need to ensure that everything from the shots we choose; to the production design … Continue reading
Although we are a production company that prides itself on filming in any location – we are Glaswegian through and through and it is always a joy to work on campaigns that show off this city we call home. A … Continue reading
Although we are predominantly a production house that assists our clients with every stage of their video campaigns, we also have some hide hustles of our own! Our short film ESC. was released (but not film during) 2020. It was great for … Continue reading
We are always excited when we get a chance to work with The League Against Cruel Sports. Their campaigns are driven by clear messaging – often in two steps. Highlight the Problem: Most of our work with The League has … Continue reading
We require the assistance of a graphic designer to ensure our output is consistent and to ensure that work produced for each of our clients is exactly on brand. Due to COVID a lot of our work has moved from … Continue reading
Conducting a production can often resemble herding cats. Multiple camera operators, clients, actors, directors and, – of course – producers. At the end of the shoot – we can gladly pack up our kit and go home for the day. … Continue reading
Cervical screens are a necessary medical practice – but it is rare that you see someone giddy with excitement at the prospect. A lot of the literature surrounding cervical screenings is a testament to the underwhelming enthusiasm they are met … Continue reading
It is Pride month and in recognition of this very happy time – we are going to reflect on how far we have come as a Scottish nation! Less than ten years ago, Equal Marriage was passed into law. People … Continue reading
The Princes Trust offers free programmes to give young people the practical skills and financial support they need to stabilise their lives. Since 1976, they have supported one million young people across the UK and have returned £1.4 billion in value … Continue reading
The ongoing fight against persecution of animals in the name of sport relies heavily on changes in government policy. At Production Attic, we are pleased to partner with causes we believe in and have enjoyed working with the League Against Cruel … Continue reading
At Production Attic, we constantly look for ways that we can be active members of our community. One of the ways we have found we can do this is by producing a film for a charity once a year, free … Continue reading
If you have been following us on social media, you will now that it is our TEN-YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Pop the Champagne! Throw your cap in the air! Through the highs, lows, questionable haircuts and of course, COVID – we have … Continue reading
At Production Attic, we enjoy creating content that will affect social change. We were excited to work on this instructional video for Police Scotland and The Scottish Government to help educate young footballer about potential predators in the industry. Check … Continue reading
Spring is always an invigorating time of year – and with vaccinees rolling out and restrictions being lifted – it feels extra special! Looking back on a challenging period in production, it is extremely heartening to see the amount of … Continue reading
We are looking for freelance production managers to work with us on a number of upcoming short projects, both live action and animation. You will: Have extensive experience of coordination and project management Take ownership and be the driving force behind your … Continue reading
We are looking for freelance editors with a passion for filmmaking and an eye for detail to work with us on a number of upcoming projects. You will have experience of each stage in the production process and be an … Continue reading
We’re proud to present the trailer for our new short film – ESC. Massive thanks to our talented crew and actors. STARRING: Laura Wooff and Russell TokdemirWRITTEN BY: Matthew Cowan and Nick LeonardDIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: Nick LeonardGAFFER: Pierre GobilliardGRIP: Lee … Continue reading
Every year we love to give back by producing a film for one charity free of charge. Over the past decade, we’ve been helping deliver amazing content to clients like The Scottish Commission for Learning Disability, The Prince’s Trust, The … Continue reading
Howdy! Are you quick on the draw? We are looking for the best animators in the West (or anywhere else really) to join our team. Our ever-growing animation workload means we’d like to add to our already excellent team of … Continue reading
So 2020 hasn’t quite shaped up how we imagined. But we’ve been busy behind the scenes adapting and evolving the way we work, to ensure we can continue to deliver amazing films for our clients. Where a client has needed … Continue reading
We are pleased to announce that our feature length documentary on Glasgow architecture, A Symphony in Stone, has won Best British Feature at the Kyiv Film Festival. This comes at a great time as we are developing two potential sequels … Continue reading
We’ve been incredibly busy during lockdown providing video editing, animation and some distanced shoots via webcam. We have also had the odd shoot and voiceover recording session but July marks our proper large return to normal filming. We are committed … Continue reading
At the time of writing this, the UK Government has advised that wherever possible we should all be working from home. These new guidelines are an essential response to the coronavirus outbreak, but it means that lots of employers are … Continue reading
It really is the icing on the cake when it comes to putting out video content that really captivates your viewer. Continue reading
Here’s a quick rundown of the projects we’ve been working on over the last few weeks….. We went to the Scottish Parliament to recognise Victim Awareness Week which took place between 17th-23rd February. There we watched an exclusive screening of our … Continue reading
There are loads of reasons to not make a film, but the absence of a fancy camera shouldn’t be one of them. Continue reading
First up, we had the pleasure of producing a promotional film for the Goethe Institut in Glasgow, in their stunning west end building. We scripted a corporate presentation ahead of time and spent one day shooting the video itself, using … Continue reading
With 500 million active Stories users daily and IGTV views increasing by 300% in the last few months, there’s no denying that Instagram has got the video aspect of their platform in tiptop shape. But how can you make sure your videos get the most views possible? Continue reading
Another year, been and gone. We won’t get too emotional but let us just say, it’s been another cracking twelve months! Continue reading
Making brand videos is something we take pride in. Whether it’s a testimonial to show off your happy customers or a snappy animation to explain something important to your audience, we can help you deliver messages that matter. But there’s … Continue reading
Heading into the final quarter of 2019 has proven to be a busy time at Production Attic HQ. In between client work we also took part in the 48 Hour Film contest because you know, it keeps us young. And … Continue reading
We’re starting to see now that what you post online matters. Audiences are smart and they want fresh, entertaining stories that really mean something. Brands with purpose always do better than those who are out to make a quick buck, … Continue reading
‘A Symphony in Stone’ was screened as part of Glasgow’s Doors Open Day on Saturday 21st September at the Engine Works. It screened to a full house and we got some rave reviews! Next up Did you miss it? Don’t … Continue reading
One mistake that we see a lot in videos is that there is no call-to-action. A call-to-action (CTA) is something that you need if you want your viewers to act on what they’ve seen in your video, instead of clicking … Continue reading
According to the marketing rule of 7, people must see or hear your message at lease seven times before they commit to purchasing what you’re selling. So repurposing video content just makes sense! Photo credit: Kevin J. Thomson Continue reading
July has been pretty epic. We celebrated the premiere of our feature-length documentary A Symphony in Stone which was screened at the Glasgow Grosvenor as part of the Glasgow West End Festival. There were two screenings which both played to … Continue reading
Think about how you problem solve in your day to day life. Say, the sealing on your bath needs some attention. It’s a small job but you’re a DIY disaster. You could call in a professional, or ask your dad, … Continue reading
We’ve been filming in Aberdeen, doing post production in our snazzy new editing suite and attending our first premiere! Continue reading
Whether you’re buying your first home or just picking a table in your local cafe, location matters. No one wants to be woken up at 5am on a Sunday morning by the sound of a passing freight train… and sitting … Continue reading
2019 continues to be a record year for Production Attic. We’ve travelled all over Scotland for wonderful clients such as the Scottish Football Association, Scottish Government, Scottish Council for Learning Disabilities and Paths For All. Our crew have loved the … Continue reading
Hint: they’re all videos The people are BuzzSumo have analysed more than 777 million Facebook posts to find the top 500, and they’ve made some interesting discoveries. Obviously, we wouldn’t bringing you this blog post if it didn’t involve talking … Continue reading
Anyone with an amazing product knows that it can quite often sell itself. Got a tool that solves an annoying problem? All you need to do is let people use it once and if it really works, they’ll be hooked. … Continue reading
Podcasts. They’re growing in numbers and it feels like just about everyone has one to promote. In fact, iTunes alone features more than 550,000 active podcasts and over 18.5 million episodes spanning more that 100 languages. Read more: Podcast stats … Continue reading
You’ve probably noticed that now more than ever, most videos on social media come with subtitles. Although it might seem distracting at first, you soon come to expect them when you’re scrolling through Facebook or Instagram and get annoyed when … Continue reading
User-generated video content is a way of making your product or service visible online without actually producing the content yourself. Witchcraft? No, it’s just a helpful addition to your existing online marketing campaign. It’s created and uploaded by your customers … Continue reading
Did you know that there are more than 400 million Instagram story users every day? Both consumers and brands are taking full advantage of the function, and it offers a fun and informal way to connect with your audience. Many … Continue reading
Research shows that email is almost 40 times more effective than social media in helping your business connect with potential customers. Combine email with video (arguably the preferred medium for communication) and you’ve got yourself a match made in heaven. … Continue reading
Pretty much everyone knows by now that video in an important part of business. Even if you have no marketing experience, it’s impossible to escape how massive video content has become over the last few years. YouTube is still the … Continue reading
We’re proud to announce that we have partnered with our friends at Glasgow Short Film Festival to offer one lucky winner the help and support to make their own short film. Glasgow Short Film Festival promotes short film that is … Continue reading
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We’re on the hunt for talented, enthusiastic freelancers who have a passion for film-making and a talent for telling a story! Here at Production Attic, we have a skilled core crew of editors, camera ops and sound technicians but, with … Continue reading
What a year it’s been! At Production Attic we’re always planning ahead and looking forward to our next creative project, but as it’s that time of year again we wanted to take a moment to reflect on all of our … Continue reading
Looking for Brad Pitt to star in your latest video production? We can help! Well, sort of. Whilst we have plenty of talented local actors on hand to recommend for your project, that doesn’t necessarily have to be your only … Continue reading
Do you need a video to liven up your social media accounts? Is your organisation’s “about us” page looking a bit outdated? Do you want a new way to get your message across to people? Christmas is just around the … Continue reading