In response to an extremely open brief from Swedish broadcaster Kanal 5, ManvsMachine worked in collaboration with the fine folk at Proud Creative to conceive & create a visually rich and quirky spot, suited to the channel’s eclectic entertainment output. The brief was simply to create an ident that referenced nature in some way. We took inspiration from geography text book style illustrations to develop a surreal 3D world based around the logo, threw in a few oversize animals... and bingo.
A series of bespoke graphic animations to form a nomination package for the prestigious British Fashion Awards ceremony. The live event was held at London's Royal Courts of Justice – inspiring a very British eccentric & architectural approach. All elements were designed specifically for use with Musion Eyeliner 3D holographic projection system, allowing a spectacular 3-dimensional moving life-size hologram to appear within a live stage setting.
Project in collaboration with Silent Studios.
ManvsMachine were approached by Japan-based film & photography publication 'Printed' to create a logo ident to precede all film content produced by the organisation. ManvsMachine collaborated with Korb to create a visual statement that would compliment the stylised, yet diverse range of filmic content it will be punctuating.
BT Vision approached ManvsMachine to design and animate seasonal brand packages for use across the on-demand television service during Christmas 2009 and Easter 2010, from stand alone idents through to navigational devices and print elements – all of which culminated in an abstract animated mass of festive fueled fun.
To coincide with the launch of the brand new Booklet3G, Nokia commissioned ManvsMachine to create a series of idents for use online, in-store and at events. The brief requested various graphically led spots that would showcase the product's features whilst complimenting Nokia's recently revised brand look.
On 7th July 2009 the Sci Fi channel relaunched as SyFy. ManvsMachine were invited by fellow London design studio Proud to collaborate from the pitch stage of the rebrand project – tasked with designing the new on-air look.
The brief asked for an ownable and distinguishable solution; retaining the positive associations from the genre of science fiction, whilst appealing to a broader audience and embracing the benefits of imagination.
The PromaxBDA Gold Awards were very kind to ManvsMachine this year, with both BT Vision Christmas and Syfy idents awarded in the Art Direction & Design category. The Syfy rebrand also went on to scoop a further 11 awards at the Los Angeles event.
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June 10
We're happy to announce that you won't be able to afford us next year… or at least that's the message at this year’s PromaxBDA conference session entitled - 'Creative Anarchy: Design Shops you Won’t be able to Afford Next Year'. The session showcases a small selection 'break through' companies and is hosted by Shanna Green, Editorial Manager of PromaxBDA along with Kevin Mackall, MTV’s former SVP of on-air promos.
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June 10
We will be a guest speaker/artist at the 2010 Sines Digital event, which takes place annually in the town of Sines, Portugal during the first week of June. The diverse line-up also includes Postpanic, Seed Studios, Tavo, Si Scott & António Cerveira Pinto.
More info at www.sinesdigital.com
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May 10
See No Evil kindly invited ManvsMachine to speak at the first anniversary event at Bar Kick in London on Tues 13th April. The very talented folk from Ubik will aslo be offering insight into thier work, whilst Abobe will be previewing CS5... pop down for a drink if your free.
More info at www.seenoevil.tv
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Apr 10
We had fun in 2009 - working on a series of great projects with great clients. 2010 is shaping up to be another exciting year with various high-profile motion & print projects in the pipeline. Check back soon for updates.
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Jan 10
For the fourth time in the last 18 months a ManvsMachine project has been selected to feature in Stash DVD magazine - showcasing animation, visual effects & motion graphics from around the globe.
The SyFy logo idents can been seen in the current (5th anniversary) issue, available to buy at stashmedia.tv
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Sept 09
After more than 6 months in the making, 'Syfy' launched today in the US, with a global roll out to follow in 2010. We worked in collaboration with Proud to design and produce the entire on-air visual package.
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July 09
We're proud to announce that our SPACE brand film has been selected as a showcase piece the 'State of Design' event at this years PromaxBDA conference in NYC...
"From advertising to film, gaming to promotion, Motionographer's Justin Cone provides an exclusive look at the most compelling, innovative and eye-catching design work from every corner of the globe and every creative industry under the sun".
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May 09
Spring has sprung and so has our new 2009 showreel... in work menu above. Enjoy.
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Apr 09
As part of a refresh of UK TV network Five, agency DixonBaxi approached us to create a unique spot hat would sit squarely at the heart of the Five spirit. See the finished project in the work menu above.
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Dec 08
The brand film we recently created as part of the new web presence for design & architecture firm, Space Projects is featured in the latest edition of Stash DVD magazine - our third Stash feature this year. See the full project via the work menu above.
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Sept 08
Swedish band Division of Laura Lee asked us to direct the video for 'Central Park', the first single from their forthcoming album 'Violence is Timeless'. With the help of some talented friends (Timothy Aves Brown & Chris Hewitt) the plan was to shoot, edit & grade the entire thing in 24 hours, which we did. But inevitably we couldn't resist the temptation of adding a sprinkle of post production, pop back soon to see the finished article.
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May 08
We recently completed a set of concert visuals for Kylie Minogue's 'X Tour' in collaboration with UVA, the main screens are a whopping 9m tall and 25m wide! Movies & images of the visuals in action will be posted in the work section soon.
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May 08
We are currently looking for a super-talented Motion Graphics Designer to become an integral part of the MvsM team. We like:
+ Industry experience
+ After Effects / Photoshop / Illustrator
+ 3D (Maya) knowledge a bonus
Send CV & links of your work to jobs@manvsmachine.co.uk.
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May 08
As well as recently featuring in Broadcast magazine and on numerous blogs, you can now read all about our T4 Revamp in the May issue of Boards Magazine (page 17 to be exact).
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May 08
Our recent brand promo for Zero One performance cars has been selected to feature in Stash DVD magazine. See the project in the work section above.
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April 08
To coincide with our 1st birthday we've found time to launch a full site showcasing selected works past and present. Have a look around and feel free to get in touch if you'd like to discuss a project or just say hello.
Updated showreel and print collection coming soon!
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March 08
Back in November Channel 4 and Eyeworks commissioned ManvsMachine to revamp thier youth entertainment strand, T4. It's certainly one of the most playful jobs we've had the pleasure of working on, UK viewers can see all 20 of the 'miniature' idents in action alongside our IM inspired on-screen GFX system every Saturday and Sunday on C4. Alternatively, check out selected examples in the work section above.
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March 08
Our cuckoo clock inspired VH1 Christmas brand package has been selected to feature in Stash 40. See the project in the work section above.
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February 08
We are now represented by Sam Hope at HSI for all your commercial needs in the UK & USA.
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April 07
Since it was established in early '07 by Tim Swift and Mike Alderson, ManvsMachine has evolved into a multi awarding winning and multi national team of creative minds producing globally acclaimed branding, motion graphics, animation, film and print.
ManvsMachine
57-60 Charlotte Road
London EC2A 3QT
Call +44 (0)20 7613 2040
Email
hello[at]manvsmachine.co.uk
For commercial enquiries contact Sam Hope at Dept.A (HSI London)
Call +44 (0)20 7637 3377
Email
sam[at]hsilondon.co.uk
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