Overview
Supported by the Arts and Humanities Research council (AHRC) as a World Class Labs investment and part of the Creative Research Capabilities network, SHIFT is made up of three complementary practice research laboratories – VP Film Studio, Ambisonic Sound Lab, Immersive Digital Theatre – a high-powered rendering lab and an array of mobile equipment for fieldwork.
Production types
Augmented reality developmentVirtual or mixed reality development3D scanningVirtual productionPost-production360-degree filmGreen screenLightingSpatial sound productionStereo sound/music productionRehearsal/studio spaceOn-site exhibition/performance to audiencesAnimation
Who can use this facility
Individual creativesSmall groups of creativesMicro-businessesSMEsLarge companies/organisationsInternational companies/organisations
Support model
Wet hire (with on-site technical support)Residency programmeFunded opportunitiesSpecialist training in use of facilities (free or bursary-supported)Specialist training in use of facilities (fee paid by participant)
Accessibility
Getting here
Train station within 1kmBus/coach stop within 1km
Cycle parkingAccessible car parkingStandard car parking
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Entrance
Power-assisted entrance: No
Staffed during opening hours: Yes
Inside the facility
Continuous flat access to all equipmentWheelchair-width access to all equipmentAccessible toiletsHigh-visibility and/or large print signageAccessible kitchen facilitiesQuiet space (single person)Quiet space (multiple people)
Service animals
Service animals allowed: No
Contact
shiftlab@gre.ac.uk