The Production Team working behind our brand new 3-part Sky documentary The Child Who Caught A Killer had sustainability in mind when setting up the various shoots.
Translights over Transport
The use of 7 Translights (large illuminated photographs typically used as a backdrop in the film and TV industry) meant that crew and kit were based in a London studio, rather than having to travel to different locations to shoot interviews. This helped reduce the production’s carbon footprint by limiting road travel and accommodation for crew and contributors throughout filming. These translights are currently being kept in Plimsoll’s storage to be potentially re-used for other productions.
Cutting down on Costumes
90% of the production costumes were second-hand, sourced mainly from Vinted and various local charity shops.
Clothes have been donated to cast, employees, and were also part of the Plimsoll’s clothes swap last month!
Carefully Sourced Props
The majority of our props were also second-hand, sourced from Ebay, as well as our crew’s cupboards! It sometimes feels easier to buy brand new items, but it’s often the case you can find much better pre-loved items that fit the brief online, in charity shops, or even at home!
Prioritising Train Travel
With crew, cast and contributors travelling approximately 9808 miles by train rather than by car, the Production reduced its carbon footprint by 27.65kg CO2e, which would take a whole year for a tree to absorb. It might seem like a small amount, but when it comes to the environment, every little helps!