To produce high quality titles and maps for Paul Merton's latest travel documentary series for Five.

Solution

Making use footage of Paul from the show, we rotoscoped him out of the original rushes, and placed him in a graphically stylised Europe.

Working closely with the series producer and directors, dM were able to provide a distinctive title sequence, and complementary maps to be used across all six episodes.

To produce a short motion graphics sequence for intelligent packaging specialists Intelipac in conjunction with MC2 who rebranded them. Intelipac needed a creative way to communicate its closed-loop approach to helping clients create environmentally friendly packaging solutions from their own waste products.

Solution

We decided to have two very definitive sections to the piece. The first, would be slightly darker with recycled textures and highlight the problems facing large companies and the responsibilities and government targets they are obliged to achieve. The second section would be more colourful and vibrant! The weight lifted and the presentation of Intelipac's solution.

We came up with the phrase "What if looking after the planet didn't cost the earth?" which Intelipac have now adopted in other areas of their marketing and online presence. You can view the video on their site:

http://www.intelipac.com/

To produce a promotional video prospectus for the college to enhance recruitment and reputation and to help publicise it's excellent record, results and teaching standards.

The college wanted to stand out from the crowd and to adopt a more creative style than standard corporate videos and to highlight key areas of Applied Science and Computing.

Solution

M spent 2 days at the college and filmed students taking part in lessons, and also shot a number of interviews which were edited within a very graphic-styled interface.

We wanted to hint at the computer specialisms within the school without excluding the rest of what is a varied and quality curriculum. By creating this faux digital interface, it provided us with a vehicle with which to build pace, intrigue and aesthetic into the piece.

Manchester agency MC2 were simultaneously designing printed materials and we were able to work with their style guides for the client who has been absolutely thrilled with the results.

To produce a creative corporate video which could be used by sales staff and online to promote the unique properties of the MacWet sports glove and to increase it's appeal across all sports in which the glove would be effective but was not currently a market leader.

Solution

Our final piece for MacWet was designed so that elements could be used apart from each other. We created an animated intro sequence that could later become an ident or web banner of it's own. The central segment was a 'sciency' presenter led infomercial, communicating the technical aspects of the glove. The final section made use of high profile testimonials, which again, could stand alone and be repackaged for sports specific marketing if necessary. The client has been delighted with the results. It has received over 600 hits in it's first month on YouTube and the video has been successful in securing retailers for the brand.

Take a look

As well as the version on here you can view the video on our Vimeo Channel or else you can view it on YouTube.

To produce high quality graphics forming the basis of links between ITV's most famous dramas.

Solution

A 3D modelled pin-board that would look like a detective had been gathering evidence of these links. The 3D modelling allowed dM to get incredibly close up to objects such as map pins and polaroids, providing a rich aesthetic and identity for the series.

To produce titles and graphics for a major BBC2 7-part series covering different genre of British Film.

Solution

An animated sequence (produced with Alan Smith) that takes us through the 7 genre of British Film through iconic scenes. For example, Social Realism is depicted by Billy Elliot dancing, the racing minis of the Italian Job conveyed Thriller and the Dam Busters for War.

The colour palette was limited to a faded red white and blue, with an archival treatment reminiscent of Saul Bass titles.

Music composed by Simon Lacey.

To provide titles and graphics for two Blackadder clip-shows. They will be used to introduce the clips chosen by the cast and fans, and to cover characters and themes from all four series of Blackadder.

Solution

An illustrated, animatied version of the Bayeux tapestry, re-creating famous scenes from the series.

To produce a brand video for Denton Community College, which will unveil the new logo to the community and also outline the college's specialisms.

Solution

Working with North West agency MC2, dM developed the look for the video to reinforce the new branding, and produced a piece which reflects the ethos of the new college.

To create a video piece based on an old poem which would commemorate 100 years since the abolition of the slave trade.

Solution

Rips in brown paper (an identity created by Wonder Associates for the Revealing Histories campaign) revealed images of buildings from in and around Manchester that were built on the wealth created by the slave trade. Text would follow the poem and highlight important words for viewers for where it would be shown in locations with no sound.

An opening video for an international business magazine's awards ceremony.

Solution

Since the video was to be shown at various awards ceremonies across the world, it was decided that the treatment would be based on the film 'Minority Report' since this would be a known reference point to those viewing it.

Following on from a previous opening video for an international business magazine's awards ceremony, the client required another treatment based on a film for their next event

Solution

The treatment decided upon was to use the film 'Enemy of the State' as an influence, with it's use of satellite imagery and CCTV to present the clips from previous awards ceremonies.

To produce titles and graphics for a UKTV Gold countdown show of the greatest Vicar of Dibley moments.

Solution

Working with illustrator Helen Murgatroyd, doodledoMOTION produced 3D animated graphics for the show and backgrounds for the interviews. Mixing illustration with real-life textures.

Create a short documentary about Linda Florence and her innovative work in textiles and print making.

Provide a 30sec promo to highlight the channel's coverage of the UEFA Champions League final between Manchester United FC and Chelsea FC.

Solution

The final was to be held in Moscow. dM produced a graphic promo using Russian style typography, symbolism and imagery.

To produce 10 second teasers for the new, re-branded Homesmine. The strap line for which is "Moving Made Simple"

Solution

Easy ways of moving house! An amusement arcade 'grabber' game, and a removal truck taking the house away!

To create a dance video to teach Liverpool school children the dance routines for a world record attempt.  Then to film the actaul record attempt with representatives from each participating school at the Wavertree Tennis Centre in Liverpool.

Solution

A fun dance dvd, with blue screened instructors and children explaining the choreography and demonstrating the dances.

Then on the day, the event was covered using 4 cameras with post production in Avid.

To produce graphics for the Art07 Awards and an intro video.

Solution

The Art07 logo makes its way around the North West, eventually resting at the Town Hall, Manchester, where the awards were held. The Art07 3D block created for the event was used as a device to reveal awards nominees and winners.

To cover KIA's participation in the London Motor Show 2008 and to deliver a 5 minute video for use on the KIA website.

Solution

A 5 minute, fast paced video, with 'Top Gear'-esque production, including vox-pops from visitors to the KIA stand.

Produce a short documentary interview about Geoffrey Mann and his art pieces. Mann's innovative approach to sculpture using Rapid Prototyping could revolutionise creativity.

To provide a 30 second promo for the new series of Channel M's "I Love Manchester"

Solution

The surrounding areas of Manchester and iconic landscapes in a pop-up book style surrounded by LOVE!!!

To produce a 30 second promo for the new Lancashire County Cricket Show to be shown weekly on Channel M.

Solution 

dM produced a graphical promo using players in classic action poses, with 3D lines moving between them like a rollercoaster. The Chili's track - "Rollercoaster of Love" - helped highlight the extensive coverage and access that Channel M enjoy - the 'Highs' and 'Lows'.

Produce a short documentary interview about Lisa Johannson and her work on the Pop-Up parlour providing private space in a busy and ever more public environment.

To provide a solution for the 9 screen video wall in the new visitors' centre. The screens must showcase themes of the University and be used to convey information updated by University Staff.

Solution

Bespoke software programmed in Quartz Composer by programmer George Brocklehurst provided a solution whereby staff could input content by writing articles, or linking to RSS feeds from any online source.

The video content was split into modules, each of which covered a different area of the University. Modules can be added at any time and operate in a playlist which is completely customised.