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The Hands on HD Workshop & Conference from 21–27.07.2008 in Hanover provides knowledge about the high-definition film and TV format. The programme is aimed at practitioners and decision-makers in the audiovisual media industry. nordmedia, the media company of the states of Lower Saxony and Bremen, and Band Pro Munich are offering this event, unique in Europe, for the sixth time.
From capture to projection: in up to twenty equipment-specific classes, workshop participants from camera, sound and postproduction learn how to use HD technology. Alongside familiar models, new camera systems XD-CAM 4:2:2, Red One, SI-2K and Ikegami make their debut at the HD workshop. Due to high demand, there will be a 3D and crossover class for the first time in 2008. The full programme and registration are available on the redesigned website http://www.handsonhd.de. The venue is the Expo grounds in Hanover.
The Hands on HD conference on 24 and 25.7.08 is aimed at media professionals in directing, production, distribution and purchasing. Strategy seminars and accounts of practical experience provide skills in all relevant topics, such as HD & Broadcast, HD & Cinema or HD & Workflow. Registration is via http://www.handsonhd.de, where a programme overview is also available.
The organisers are nordmedia – Die Mediengesellschaft Niedersachsen/ Bremen mbH and Band Pro Munich GmbH. Since its foundation in 2001, nordmedia has been particularly active in digital media and offers numerous networking events. Band Pro Munich has established itself as a High Definition Full Service Company and helped the format gain increasing attention in Europe. Hands on HD is supported by leading manufacturers and industry service providers.
