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Congratulations to Loop Talent Production Designer Natalie O’Connor has been nominated at the RTS Craft Awards.

Natalie has been nominated for Production Design – Non Scripted for her work on Disney+ And National Geographic’s ‘Pompeii: Out of Time with Tom Hiddleston‘. 

Congratulations Natalie!

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We are delighted to welcome Sound Mixer Taz Fairbanks to the Loop Talent Roster.

Taz is a highly experienced Production Sound Mixer and Sound Recordist whose work spans feature films, high-end television, commercials, and branded content.

She recently wrapped as Sound Mixer on the feature film ‘Lineage’, directed by Yann Demange and prior to that mixed indie feature ‘The Ketamine Detective’. Taz also mixed the Additional Photography for ‘LEGO Friends: Heartlake The Musical directed by Kenny Ortega and released last month on Netflix.

Alongside her work as a Sound Mixer, Taz has built an impressive career as a key member of sound teams on some of the industry’s biggest productions including Third Unit on ‘Avengers: Doomsday’, as well as serving as Sound Coordinator on ‘Wicked’, ‘Wicked: For Good’, and ‘Fountain of Youth’.

Contact Lucy O for bookings.

Loop Talent Hair and Make Up Designer Regina Meessen has been announced as one of the 2026 cohort for BAFTA Breakthrough UK. Now in its 13th year, BAFTA Breakthrough is the organisation’s flagship talent programme, dedicated to spotlighting and supporting outstanding emerging talent in film, games, and television.

Regina has been recognised for her work on the acclaimed feature film ‘Dreamers’ directed by Joy Gharoro-Akpojotor. More recently Regina has been designing the eagerly anticipated HETV series ‘First Day on Earth’ created by Michaela Coel for A24/HBO.

Huge congratulations to Regina, and all of the 2026 BAFTA Breakthrough cohort.

Loop Talent Director of Photography Ola Shoyinka has been featured in British Cinematographer following the success of ‘Every Time I See a Yellow Car’.

Written and directed by Matt Chandler, the short film has been longlisted for the British Independent Film Awards (BIFA) and is now Oscar-longlisted for the 99th Academy Awards.

In the article, Ola takes readers behind the scenes of the production, exploring how he developed the film’s distinctive visual language to communicate what he describes as “fragmented pain”. Moving through themes of childhood, memory, trauma, brotherhood and violence, the film uses cinematography to reflect the shifting emotional landscape of its central character.

Shot over six days, the production combined ARRI Alexa Mini LF digital photography with 16mm film on an Arriflex SR3. Working with Cooke lenses, expressive lighting and a carefully developed colour palette, Ola created a visual world that moves between different timelines and emotional states.

The film’s distinctive 4:3 aspect ratio, layered lighting and evolving use of yellow all play an important role in the storytelling. From the atmospheric nightclub sequences to the striking yellow-car street scenes, each visual decision was designed to support the film’s emotional journey.

Ola also discusses the creative and technical decisions behind the project, including the detailed pre-production process, camera and lens choices, and the challenges of bringing the film’s ambitious visual ideas to life.

Read the full article on British Cinematographer.

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(Image: BBC/Monumental/Guido Mandozzi)

Kitty

“The colour choices available were limited so I decided to embellish a particular dress which fitted beautifully. The dark aubergine colour of the dress was lifted with pink and ochre ribbons arranged in a style true to the Georgian period. Ostrich Feathers and fabric flowers  in the same colours were arranged on a comb to be worn in her wig. The underskirt was made from bright pink fabric to create a more youthful look and to match her handmade pink leather shoes.” – Costume Designer, Lucy Williams

Thomas Thorne

“It was decided from the beginning that Thomas would have died with his waistcoat on, without a coat. I chose this particular waistcoat fabric because the botanical pattern and the natural colours would represent the ethos of the romantic poets. The size and placement of the bullet wound was discussed at great length. Tom Kingsley, the director of series one and two, wanted it to be visible but not too gory. We had replica waistcoats, shirts and breeches made by Cosprop  in case of any future flashbacks.” – Costume Designer, Lucy Williams

All 5 series of Ghosts are available now to view on BBC iPlayer, and Ghosts: The Possession of Button House is in cinemas now.

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The British Short Film Festival longlist has been announced, featuring the craft of our brilliant clients.

‘Hopes and Beans’ lensed by DOP Natalja Safronova

‘Happy and Glorious’ Edited by Roberta Bononi

‘Ivanko Childhood’ Edited by Anna Meller

‘Life Goes’ on Edited by Hettie Griffiths

‘First Sight’ with Production Design by Giorgia Lee Joseph

‘A Sisyphean Task’ with Hair and Make Up by Regina Meesen

At the Production Guild Superconnector in Cardiff, Loop were delighted to support the event alongside the Guild and Facilities by ADF, bringing together an incredible mix of talent from across the Welsh production community.

At Loop, we’re passionate about championing Heads of Department and Crew, and helping talented people build long, successful careers wherever they’re based. That’s why we’re continuing to expand our presence beyond London, with our Sheffield office now established and a new presence in Cardiff supporting the exceptional talent already working across Wales.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us. It was fantastic to catch up with familiar faces, meet new ones and spend the evening making connections that will lead to future collaborations.

A snapshot of our Wales based regional talent includes;

DOP Oona Menges BSC

DOP Richard ‘Stoddy’ Stoddard

Intimacy Coordinator Sita Thomas 

Production Designer Byron Broadbent

Costume Designer Zoe Howerska

Hair and Make Up Designer James Spinks

Script Supervisor Lowri Rees-Owen

Sound Mixer Marc Walters

The 2026 BAFTA Scotland nominations have been released featuring the craft of our brilliant clients.

‘I Swear’ has received 8 nominations including Best Feature Film. Line Produced by Graeme Mackenzie

‘The Buccaneers’ has been nominated for Best Television Scripted. Costumes Designed by Kate Carin

‘Projects nominated in acting categories:

California Schemin’ Costumes Designed by Carole K Millar ‘Bridgerton’ Series 4 Script Supervision by Helena Jung

‘Department Q’ Script Supervision by Helena Jung

Congratulations to everyone involved in the nominated productions.

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Loop Talent Agents attended the BAFTA Cymru Awards last night where DOP Richard “Stoddy” Stoddard was nominated in the Photography & Lighting: Fiction category for his work on the BBC drama ‘The Guest’.

‘The Guest’ has also received multiple nominations at this year’s Awards, with a win for Best Actress Gabrielle Creevy. Congratulations to all of the team behind it including Loop clients Hair and Make Up Designer James Spinks, Script Supervisor Lowri Rees-Owen, Intimacy Coordinator Sita Thomas.

Loop Talent has expanded our regional presence with the launch of a virtual office in Cardiff. The new base reflects our long-standing commitment to supporting the thriving Welsh production sector and the many clients we represent and work across the region.

Looking for Welsh HODs for your next production? Contact Loop Talent.