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BBC and Netflix dominate RTS Craft & Design Awards nominations
A showdown in excellence: At the forthcoming Royal Television Society (RTS) Craft & Design Awards, the BBC and Netflix have emerged as the frontrunners, acquiring 31 and 16 nominations respectively. This acknowledgment places a spotlight on their unwavering commitment to quality and innovation.
Leading the pack
BBC’s Lost Boys & Fairies is a standout, securing four nominations and showcasing the network’s dedication to compelling storytelling and top-tier production. Meanwhile, Netflix’s Baby Reindeer is hot on its heels with three nominations, further cementing the streaming giant’s reputation for producing critically acclaimed content.
Other noteworthy mentions from Netflix include the mythological series Kaos and the heartfelt adaptation of David Nicholls’ One Day, despite the former’s cancellation. Both series have garnered significant attention, proving that even short-lived shows can make a lasting impact.
Celebrating creativity
The awards ceremony is set for Dec. 2 at the London Hilton, promising a night of glitz, glamour, and celebration of the best in television craftsmanship. Emma Gormley, the new chair of the RTS Craft & Design Awards, expressed her enthusiasm:
“On joining this year as chair, I was extremely confident that the calibre of entries would be high. However, the submissions we subsequently received have exceeded all expectations, further demonstrating how U.K. creatives are global leaders in the television and streaming space. The nominations highlight the incredible range of diverse, genre-defining content being created by U.K. talent, and we look forward to celebrating their extraordinary work.”
Craftsmanship in the spotlight
The diverse range of nominations at this year’s awards underscores the exceptional creativity and technical prowess of the U.K.’s television industry. Here are some of the key categories and nominees that have captured attention:
Casting Award
- Rosalie Clayton for Boarders (BBC Three)
- Lauren Evans for Lost Boys & Fairies (BBC One)
- Jill Trevellick for Mr Bates vs The Post Office (ITV1)
Costume Design – Scripted
- Suzanne Cave for Eric (Netflix)
- Andrew Cox for Lost Boys & Fairies (BBC One)
- Orla Smyth-Mill for The Long Shadow (ITV1)
Design – Titles
- Oleg Loginov et al. for Boiling Point (BBC One)
- BBC Sport et al. for Match of the Day UEFA EURO 2024 (BBC One)
- Andy Johnston for Spent (BBC Two)
Director – Non-Scripted
- Paddy Wivell for Hell Jumper (BBC Two)
- Tom Green & Tommy Forbes for Me and the Voice in My Head (Channel 4)
- Colette Camden for Six Silent Killings: Ireland’s Vanishing Triangle (Sky Documentaries)
Technical excellence: Analyzing the nominees
The nominees across various technical categories reveal the depth of talent and innovation driving the industry. For example, the editing nominations encompass a wide array of genres, showcasing the editors’ ability to enhance storytelling through meticulous cut and pacing.
- Peter Oliver, Mike Holliday & Benjamin Gerstein for Baby Reindeer (Netflix)
- Mark Sanger for Masters of the Air (Apple TV+)
- Ben Yeates for This Town (BBC One)
In the realm of visual effects (VFX), nominees like the team behind Eric and the artists at Framestore for The Crown illustrate how cutting-edge technology can seamlessly blend into narrative storytelling, enhancing the viewer experience without overshadowing the story.
Effects – VFX
- VFX Team for Eric (Netflix)
- Ben Turner, Reece Ewing, Framestore & Rumble VFX for The Crown (Netflix)
- Alan Church, Simon Giles, David Schneider & James Hattsmith for The Tattooist of Auschwitz (Sky)
Celebrating diverse voices
The RTS Craft & Design Awards not only highlight technical expertise but also celebrate diverse voices and storytelling. Categories like Make-Up Design and Production Design feature a range of nominees from scripted and non-scripted content, reflecting the vibrant and multifaceted nature of contemporary television production.
Make-Up Design – Scripted
- Emma Cowen for Lost Boys & Fairies (BBC One)
- Frances Hounsom & Vincent Van Dyke for The Tattooist of Auschwitz (Sky)
- Sharon Miller, Kym Menzies-Foster & Kelly Taylor for Three Little Birds (ITV)
Production Design – Scripted
- Phil Sims for Doctor Who (BBC One)
- Martin Childs & Alison Harvey for The Crown (Netflix)
- Stevie Herbert, Pilar Foy & Phil Noall for The Tattooist of Auschwitz (Sky)
Concluding thoughts
The upcoming RTS Craft & Design Awards celebrate the pinnacle of creativity, technical skill, and storytelling in television. As we await the ceremony on Dec. 2, it’s clear that the BBC and Netflix continue to push boundaries and set new standards in the industry.
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