Most of my projects involve an element of research. The examples here are recent and current projects which are mainly research-oriented.
Rural cinema in England – a pilot research project in three rural English counties for the UK Film Council. [With Sue Todd] 2008
Digital cinema in Ireland – a review of the options for developing and implementing digital cinema throughout the Republic of Ireland. For the Arts Council of Ireland, 2007-08. (See publications page for download details)
New approaches to developing cinemas and arts venues – an on-going research project conducted in partnership with architect Stefanie Fischer, Burrell Foley Fischer LLP.
University film societies – for the UK Film Council, investigating how new digital cinema technologies might be used within universities and colleges in order to develop audiences for specialised film. [With Sue Todd]
Scottish Screen Cinema Exhibition Strategy – a nation-wide consultation project involving cinemas, film societies, film festivals, mobile cinemas and local authorities throughout Scotland. [With Sue Todd]
Sheffield Post Production Centre – a research and feasibility study about the opportunities to develop a digital media post production centre in the City. [With Sue Todd]
DocSpace / CinemaNet Europe – a pan-European research project investigating audiences for documentary films. Conducted in partnership with DocSpace, Scotland.