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London, United Kingdom:ÌýÂ鶹ֱ²¥Ìý(EP), theÌýglobal leader in entertainment payroll and production management and production finance technology,Ìýtoday announced the renewal of its partnership withÌýtheÌýUK’sÌýNational Film andÌýTelevision School (NFTS),Ìýone of the world’s most renownedÌýinstitutionsÌýforÌýpostgraduateÌýbehind-the-camera trainingÌýin filmmaking,Ìýtelevision and games.

WithÌýmore than 700 students each year, the NFTS is committed to deliveringÌýpractical world-class training which mirrors industry-standard practice,Ìýpreparing students for a successful career.ÌýSinceÌýpartnering with the NFTS in 2022,ÌýEPÌýhasÌýsupportedÌýthis mission by equipping NFTSÌýteachers andÌýstudentsÌýwithÌýaccess toÌýitsÌýindustry-standard production technology solutions, includingÌýMovie Magic Budgeting and Movie Magic Scheduling.

Through the renewed partnership,Ìýstudents will gain even greater opportunities to develop critical skills inÌýassistant directing and floor managing, productionÌýmanagement and production finance.ÌýIn addition toÌýgaining real-world experience with EP’sÌýcutting-edge technologies, students will have the opportunity to learn from EP’s production experts and will have access to on-demand training courses on key areas of production, including accounting, budgeting and more.

Jon Wardle, NFTS DirectorÌýcommented:Ìý"We’re thrilled to renew this valuable partnership. Working with industry leaders like Â鶹ֱ²¥ gives our students unique insight into the bigger picture of the production workflow, helping them build essential real-world skills, from problem-solving and collaboration to keeping projects on track both financially and logistically from day one of their training."

Gary Bell, EP's EVP and Managing Director, UK and Ireland, said:Ìý“EP isÌýproud toÌýcontinue our partnership with the NFTS, reinforcingÌýourÌýcommitment to the UKÌýscreenÌýindustry. In today's climate,Ìýthe ability to manageÌýproduction schedules and budgetsÌýandÌýkeep finances on trackÌýis moreÌýcritical than ever. We’reÌýdelighted toÌýequip NFTSÌýstudentsÌýwith theÌýtools and expertise they need toÌýthrive."

The renewed partnership builds on two years of successful collaboration, with both organisations committed to shapingÌýtheÌýfuture of UK film and television by investing in the next generation of behind-the-camera professionals.
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About the National Film and Television School (NFTS)

The National Film and Television School (NFTS) is a renowned educational institution specialising in film,Ìýtelevision and games. Leading the way in creative education for over 50 years and with locations across the UK in Scotland,ÌýWales and Leeds, the NFTS hasÌýestablished itself as one of the most prestigious film schools in the world. Offering an inclusive and diverse learning environment, theÌýNFTS attracts students from all over the globe. It consistently ranks among The Hollywood Reporter’s top international film schools and has been recognised for its excellence in teaching and innovation. The NFTS develops some of Britain and the world’s top creative talent, with graduates going on to winÌýnumerous awards, including 14 Oscars and 162 BAFTAs. As a registered charity (313429) theÌýNFTS provides a level playing field for all students, regardless of their background,Ìýgender or ethnicity. For more information seeÌý

About Â鶹ֱ²¥ (EP)

Â鶹ֱ²¥ (EP) has been a trusted partner to the entertainment industry forÌýnearly 50 years, helping clients produce great content, choose the best production locations, manage and track expenses, and pay crew and talent. EP delivers integrated, cloud-based solutions to support every phase of production. Its team of expertsÌýprovides industry-leading insights on global and domestic incentives, workers compensation, health care, regulatoryÌýcompliance andÌýlabour issues. The company also brings together background casting and digital production technology through the Casting Portal (the leading SaaS-based platform transforming how background actors are found, hired,Ìýmanaged and paid) and the iconic Central Casting.