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NFTS Blog - David Freedman
We catch up with last year's Sargent-Disc scholar David Freedman about his experiences on the course to date.
COVID-19 October Update: Job Retention Scheme
With the extension of the Job Retention Scheme, HMRC will reimburse 80% of the salary of 'furloughed' workers. 'Furloughed' workers are not working but still on the payroll.
Congratulations Bafta albert!
Bafta albert's recently published Annual Report inspires and encourages the screen industries to continue the journey to net-zero carbon emissions.
COVID-19: Job Support Scheme
The Chancellor of the Exchequer recently revealed the government's Winter Economy Plan, including the introduction of the Job Support Scheme.
DPO Invoice Approval now available
Developed in response to the Covid-19 pandemic limiting the ability to distribute paper, we are delighted to launch the new Invoice Approval feature for the Digital Purchase Order(DPO) web application.
A New Screen Deal – A route map to sustainable film production
Sargent-Disc's partner, Bafta albert, with the BFI and Arup, has published A New Screen Deal; a report providing a practical road map to help film productions adopt new approaches and processes to improve their environmental footprint.
COVID-19 September Update: Job Retention Scheme
To help businesses retain their staff, HMRC will reimburse 70% of the salary of 'furloughed' workers. 'Furloughed' workers are not working but still on the payroll.
Digital Payroll Workflows for a Paperless Production Office
Join the next installment of our webinar series Creating the Digital Production Office® and learn more about Sargent-Disc's Digital Payroll Workflow, CrewStart, PSL+ and DPO.
Working Safely During Covid-19 in Film and HETV Production
This production office webinar in association with the Production Guild of Great Britain will focus on the BFC guidelines specifically for production and accounting, with the panel sharing details and examples of how they have and are adapting processes across a range of departments to gear back to production safely.
£500M Film and TV Production Restart Scheme
Oliver Dowden, HM Government Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has announced the launch of a new £500 million scheme to help jump start UK film and television production struggling to secure insurance for Covid-19 related costs.
Creating the Digital Production Office® - PSL+, DPO and PCard+
Join Cast & Crew to learn more about the products within the Digital Production Office®.
Sargent-Disc’s Digital Payroll Workflow
Due to the current pandemic and in order to avoid paper usage we are asking all of our clients to use CrewStart, our Digital Production Office® onboarding platform.
Introducing the new DPO mobile app
Download the new mobile application for Digital Purchase Order to make your purchase order workflow even more efficient.
Creating the Digital Production Office® - Start+ and Cast & Crew Studio
Join Cast & Crew for a conversation about how their flexible, scalable solutions can streamline your production workflow whilst increasing the quality, security and speed of your payroll process.
Event: Net-Zero & The Economics of Broadcasting - Does it Add Up?
The 2019 amendments to the Climate Change Act, to legislate for net-zero emissions by 2050, will require every sector to make significant change. Join Sargent-Disc Director, Dr Laurence Sargent, as he introduces the latest Bafta albert event, looking into the risks and opportunities facing the television industry as we start our journey to net-zero.
Creating the Digital Production Office® - Cast & Crew Webinar
Join Cast & Crew in a conversation about what's ahead for the industry in the wake of this pandemic and beyond.
Working Safely During Covid-19 - What does it mean for the Production Office
This week the British Film Commission (BFC) launched the
Working Safely During Covid-19 in Film and High-end TV
Drama Production Guidelines, to provide a road map back into
production. What do they mean for production and accounting?
COVID-19 Update: Self-employment Income Support Scheme
To support self-employed workers who will lose income due to COVID-19, the government has set up the SEISS. This enables them to claim a grant worth 80% of their profits with a cap of £2,500.00 per month.
COVID-19 Update: Job Retention Scheme
To help businesses retain their staff, HMRC will reimburse 80% of the salary of 'furloughed' workers. 'Furloughed' workers are not working but still on the payroll.
COVID-19: An Update from the Sargent-Disc Team
Following the new measures implemented by the government on Monday 23th March, we wanted to give our clients an update on how we are maintaining continuity of service during this crisis.
IR35 - What does it mean for production?
The Government has announced that the reforms to the off-payroll tax rules (IR35), due to be introduced in April this year, will be postponed until 2021 to alleviate pressure on businesses and individuals whilst they grapple with the financial and operational impact of Covid-19.
John Sargent Scholarship for Production Accounting Students
Lara and Laurence Sargent have established a new scholarship to support Production Accounting students at the NFTS in honour of John Sargent, who passed away last year.
2020 NFTS Graduation Ceremony Celebrates Students' Success
Students at the NFTS celebrated their graduation at a ceremony with industry guests at the end of February.
1917 & The BAFTA Film Awards – How to achieve sustainability at scale
Sargent-Disc partner,Bafta albert, held an event with the teams behind 1917 and the Bafta Film Awards on how to achieve sustainability at scale.
RTS Television Journalism Awards 2020
The BBC led the 2020 RTS Television Journalism Awards, taking home eleven awards.
2020 Broadcast Award Winners Revealed
The 2020 Broadcast Awards took place on Wednesday 5th February, recognising and celebrating the best of UK television.
2020 EE BAFTA Film Awards winners announced
The 2020 BAFTA Film Awards took place on Sunday 2nd February at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Life After Five - NFTS Blog
We catch up with Sargent-Disc scholar Ewelina Dziedzic about her latest NFTS project, a live studio programme called Life After Five.
Sargent-Disc Sponsors Grierson Documentary Awards Category
The 47th Grierson Documentary Awards took place on Thursday 14th November in London, celebrating the work of talented documentary filmmakers.
NFTS Scholar Blog - Ewelina Dziedzic
Ewelina Dziedzic, one of this year's recipients of scholarship support from Sargent-Disc, sheds light on her time at the National Film and Television School so far.
Are you ready for Brexit?
As MPs continue to argue over the UK's departure from the EU, Sargent-Disc examines the impact on Producers of exiting with or without a deal
NFTS Scholar Blog - David Freedman
We caught up with David Freedman, a student taking the Production Management Diploma course at the NFTS. David is also one of this year's recipients of scholarship support from Sargent-Disc.
CrewStart™: Hot Cost Reports
A recent update to the CrewStart™ timesheets function ensures that daily hot cost reports can be generated by combining contract rate information and crew time and attendance. This feature helps to prevent mistakes and streamline the preparation of the weekly payroll.
2019 RTS Student Television Award Winners Revealed
At a ceremony hosted by Mollie King and Matt Edmondson of BBC Radio 1, the winners of the 2019 RTS Student Television Awards were announced at the BFI Southbank on Friday 28th June.
Congratulations to the IoD Director of the Year Award Winners
The Sargent-Disc team attended the Institute of Directors (IoD) London and South Director of the Year Awards, held at the IoD, Pall Mall, London to celebrate the achievements of all the finalists - and in particular, Dr. Laurence Sargent for reaching the final three for the Director of the Year - Family Business Award.
Production Question Time
Members of the Production Guild gathered at the CVP & Arri Creative Space in London on 6th June for a Production Question Time event, held in association with Sargent-Disc. The panel of industry experts explored some of the issues facing production today.
Sargent-Disc International Producers' Reception at Festival de Cannes
Sargent-Disc attended the 72nd Festival de Cannes this year, where we hosted several events. We reflect on the highlights of this year's Festival.
Setting the Stage for Sustainability
Sargent-Disc's partner, BAFTA albert, hosted a sustainable set design seminar at 195 Piccadilly, London.
Sargent-Disc Offer UK & Irish Payroll at Cannes
Sargent-Disc returns to the Cannes Film Festival between Friday 17th and Monday 20th May 2019.
Sargent-Disc Celebrates albert's Planet Placement Launch
Sargent-Disc celebrated the launch of its partner albert's new resource Planet Placement yesterday at 194 Piccadilly - a new resource to challenge and inspire the creative community to create world-changing content.
RTS Programme Awards 2019
The winners of the 2019 RTS Programme Awards were announced on Tuesday 19th March at the annual ceremony at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane.
Contracting Crew Seminar
Sargent-Disc held a contracting seminar with the Production Guild of Great Britain at the Southbank Centre, informing attendees of the significance of contracting crew.
Gorefest NFTS Set Visit
Sargent-Disc is proud to provide scholarship support to two Production Management students at the NFTS each year. Earlier this year, we caught up with this year's talented recipients.
NFTS Students Graduate at 2019 Ceremony
Sargent-Disc attended the 2019 NFTS Graduation ceremony to celebrate the graduation of the scholars and their peers.
RTS Television Journalism Awards 2019
The winners of the 2019 RTS Television Journalism Awards were revealed on Wednesday 27th February at the annual ceremony at the London Hilton on Park Lane.
Introducing CrewStart™ 3.0
Following the release of CrewStart™ version 3 at the start of November, a recent update to the software has introduced several new features, designed to enhance the users' experience.
Sargent-Disc at Focus 2018
The Sargent-Disc team attended Focus in December, based in the Green Zone throughout the exhibition, and chaired
Sargent-Disc Sponsors Grierson Documentary Awards Category
Sargent-Disc attended the 46th Grierson Documentary Awards on 5th November, where Dr. Laurence Sargent presented the Best Science Documentary Award.
Sargent-Disc Selected for Parliamentary Review
Sargent-Disc is proud to have been selected to feature within the 2018 Parliamentary Review: Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.
John & Marija Sargent, Honoured at Production Guild Awards
John and Marija Sargent, the founders of Sargent-Disc, were honoured at the 2018 Production Guild Awards, with the Contribution to the Industry Award.
Congratulations to HBO and Netflix on Historic Emmy Wins!
Congratulations to our clients HBO and Netflix for each winning 23 Emmy Awards, at the 70th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
Sargent-Disc to Move to New Carbon Neutral HQ
Sargent-Disc is excited to announce it will be moving to new headquarters (HQ) in Beaconsfield in October.
Sargent-Disc at the Edinburgh TV Festival
Sargent-Disc attended the Edinburgh TV Festival between 22nd -24th August to launch the Digital Production Office® Forum.
Sargent-Disc’s Digital Production Office® Forum at ETVF
Sargent-Disc is delighted to announce the launch of the Digital Production Office® Forum at the Edinburgh TV Festival, 22 - 24 August, 2018.
Lighting the way to Sustainability
Sargent-Disc's partner, BAFTA albert, hosted a sustainable lighting seminar in July with panellists from the film and lighting industry.
Designing the way to sustainable costume
Sargent-Disc's partner, BAFTA albert, hosted a fascinating sustainable costume seminar on Friday 6th July with panellists from the film and fashion industry.
Meet Sargent-Disc at the Media Production Show
Sargent-Disc will be supporting its new Official partner albert at the Media Production Show next week.
Sargent-Disc Announce Official albert BAFTA Partnership
Sargent-Disc is delighted to announce its partnership with BAFTA albert - the organisation supporting the production industry's transition to environmental sustainability.
Sargent-Disc Attends 71st Festival de Cannes
Sargent-Disc attended the 71st Festival de Cannes this year, where we several events. We reflect on the highlights of this year's Festival.
Sargent-Disc to Launch Irish Payroll at Cannes
Sargent-Disc returns to the Cannes Film Festival between Friday 11th and Monday 14th May 2018.
2018 National Film and Television School Graduation
Sargent-Disc attended the NFTS Graduation Ceremony on Wednesday 28th February at the O2 arena.
Royal Television Society Celebrates 90 Years
The RTS celebrated its 90th anniversary with HRH Prince Charles, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall and industry experts from Sargent-Disc, BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and more.
Winners of the 2018 Broadcast Awards Revealed
The winners of the 2018 Broadcast Awards were revealed on Wednesday 7th February at a star-studded ceremony celebrating the best in television.
Contracting Freelancers and Staff for Animation, VFX and Post Production
On Wednesday 17th January, Sargent-Disc held a contracting seminar in association with UK Screen Alliance at Warner Bros. De Lane Lea in London.
Sargent-Disc NFTS Scholar Update
A recipient of the Sargent-Disc Scholarship support for the NFTS production management diploma shares her experiences so far as the first term draws to a close.
Sargent-Disc Launches Refreshed Payroll, Payslip & Payscales Apps
Sargent-Disc are excited to launch our new Payroll, Payslip and Payscales applications, designed to ensure an enhanced experience for users. The apps are available for iOS and android and aim to increase efficiency whilst reducing the carbon footprint on production.
Sargent-Disc Attends Triforce Short Film Festival
Sargent-Disc attended the 6th annual Triforce Short Film Festival on Saturday 2nd December.
Winners of 2017 Women in Film and Television Awards Announced
The 2017 WFTV Awards saw many of the film and television industry's most influential luminaries gather to recognise the creativity and achievements of women within the industry.
CrewStart™: Dashboard Feature
CrewStart™, Sargent-Disc's onboarding application, is designed to help your team automate the processing of contracts, start forms, daily rate vouchers and timesheets. Following feedback from users of the software, CrewStart™ now has a Dashboard feature that allows users to view key summary data in one place.
Sargent-Disc to Attend Triforce Short Film Festival
Sargent-Disc will attend the 6th annual Triforce Short Film Festival on Saturday 2nd December.
2017 Grierson Award Winners Revealed
The winners of the 2017 Grierson Awards were announced last night at a star-studded ceremony in London.
Digital Purchase Order - Advanced Search Feature
Digital Purchase Order now has an Advanced Search feature that enables users to search for POs in more detail.
Sargent-Disc Welcomes New Scholarship Students to NFTS
In September, Sargent-Disc Director Laurence Sargent met the newest scholarship students at the National Film and Television School.
Sargent-Disc sponsor Grierson Best Science Documentary Award 2017
Last Thursday, Sargent-Disc attended the Grierson 2017 Nominees' Party to celebrate the wealth of talent recognised at this year's British Documentary Awards.
Sargent-Disc attends Media Production Show 2017
On 13th and 14th June, Sargent-Disc attended the 2017 Media Production Show at Olympia in Kensington. Read on to find out more.
Sargent-Disc becomes albert Affiliate
Having attended several carbon literacy training sessions with albert plus and discussed our intentions to incorporate sustainable best practices into our workflows, we are delighted to reveal that Sargent-Disc is now an official albert affiliate.
Sargent-Disc is now Carbon Neutral
With the need and desire to maintain more eco-friendly production processes, Sargent-Disc has calculated its emissions and is committed to offsetting the spend.
Sargent-Disc: Keeping your data safe
With the growing epidemic of cyber crime, it is more important than ever to continually assess and improve information security management in order to prevent these attacks whenever possible. We are delighted to announce that Sargent-Disc is now ISO 27001:2013 certified.
Meet Sargent-Disc at the Media Production Show
Sargent-Disc will be attending the Media Production Show on 13th and 14th June at Olympia, London. Read on for details of the seminar we will be hosting.
Sargent-Disc Attends 70th Festival de Cannes
Sargent-Disc attended the 70th Festival de Cannes this year, where we attended several events. We reflect on the highlights of this year's Festival.
Sargent-Disc Green Production Round Table in association with Film London and Screen International
Film and television production presents a worldwide platform to campaign for better environmental practices, with the need and desire to utilize eco-friendly production processes, European industry experts gathered at the Sargent-Disc Green Production Round Table, held in association with Film London and Screen Daily, at the Cannes Film Festival.
Sargent-Disc Launches New Digital Production Office® Apps!
Sargent-Disc is delighted to unveil our new Digital Production Office® Payroll and Payslip mobile friendly applications, designed to ensure an enhanced experience for users.
Question Time in association with the Production Guild
On Thursday 30th March, members of the Production Guild gathered at the May Fair Hotel in London for a Production Question Time event, held in association with Sargent-Disc.
Production Question Time Seminar
Sargent-Disc is delighted to invite all Production Guild members to the Production Question Time Seminar event, hosted by The May Fair Hotel on Thursday 30th March 2017.
Digital Purchase Order Integration with Global Vista
Sargent-Disc is pleased to announce that Digital Purchase Order now integrates with Global Vista Accounting software.
NFTS Graduation Screenings 2017
Sargent-Disc was delighted to attend the 2017 National Film and Television School Graduation Screenings and Awards which took place on 20th February at the Picturehouse Central in Soho.
Sargent-Disc NFTS Scholarship Update
One of the latest recipients of Sargent-Disc Scholarship support to study Production Management for Film at the NFTS shares his experiences to date.
2017 Broadcast Awards Winners Revealed
Sargent-Disc congratulates all of the nominees and winners of the 2017 Broadcast Awards which took place on Wednesday 1st February at Grosvenor House Hotel, London.
Apprenticeship Levy Breakfast in association with UK Screen
On Thursday 12th January 2017, Dr. Laurence Sargent will participate in an event in association with UK Screen. The event aims to give the audience an underestanding of the new Apprenticeship Levy.
Dr. Laurence Sargent Chairs Seminar at Focus 2016
Dr Laurence Sargent, Director of Sargent-Disc, was invited to Chair a panel of experts discussing 'Sustainability: how do we increase collaboration across the creative screen industries?' at Focus 2016.
Sargent-Disc to Attend Focus 2016
Members of the Sargent-Disc team will attend Focus 2016 where Director Laurence Sargent will chair a sustainability seminar looking into encouraging best practice across the creative industries.
Introducing CrewStart™
The latest addition to the Digital Production Office®, CrewStart™, is designed to steamline the onboarding process, leading to a stress free experience.
Sargent-Disc NFTS Scholarship Update
One of the latest recipients of Sargent-Disc Scholarship support to study Production Management for Film at the NFTS shares her experiences to date.
Production Guild Awards 2016 - Winners Announced
The Production Guild Awards, in association with Warner Bros Studios Leavesden, took place on Saturday 24th September at The Grove in Hertfordshire.
Congratulations to the Winners of the 2016 Primetime Emmys
The 68th Emmy Awards took place on Sunday 18th September. Congratulations to all of the nominees and winners.
Sargent-Disc selected as finalist for Payroll World Awards 2016
Sargent-Disc is delighted to announce they have been selected as a finalist for the Specialist Payroll Provider award at the Payroll World Awards 2016.
National Film and Television School Update
Emma Hicks, Marketing & Sales Coordinator at Sargent-Disc, visited the set of Howls Heard from Miles Around, the graduation film of one of our Sargent-Disc Production Management scholars, Alicja Kielbasa.
Sargent-Disc becomes Major Patron of Royal Television Society
Sargent-Disc is delighted to announce that we have become a Major Patron of the Royal Television Society.
Sargent-Disc Celebrates 30th Anniversary in London
On Thursday 30th June, Sargent-Disc continued its 30th Anniversary celebrations with a reception for clients and industry colleagues, at Home House in London.
Sargent-Disc Returns to Cannes for the 69th Film Festival
Sargent-Disc attended the 69th Festival de Cannes this year, where we attended several events. We reflect on the highlights of this year's Festival.
Digital Travel Authorisations
As part of the Digital Production Office®, Sargent-Disc is pleased to announce Digital Travel Authorisations.
2016 Royal Television Society Programme Awards
The RTS Programme Awards 2016, in partnership with Audio Network, took place on Tuesday 22nd March at the Grosvenor House Hotel.
National Film and Television School Update
Sórcha Bradford, one of this year's recipients of Sargent-Disc's scholarship support, gave us an update of her experiences over the past few months at the National Film and Television School.
2016 Budget at-a-glance
The 2016 Budget was presented at Parliament on Wednesday 16th March.
Read on for a summary of some of the key changes.
National Film and Television School Industry Awards 2016
Sargent-Disc attended the National Film and Television School 2016 Graduation Screenings at the Picturehouse Central in Soho on Wednesday 24th February. Read on to find out who won the Sargent-Disc Awards.
66th Berlin Film Festival Award Winners
The 66th Berlin International Film Festival drew to a close on Sunday 21st February. Read on for the winners of the International Jury Awards.
2016 BAFTA Film Awards
The 2016 BAFTA Film Awards took place on Sunday 14th February at the Royal Opera House in London.
Berlinale Film Festival and the European Film Market 2016
The Berlin International Film Festival commenced on 11th February, with Sargent-Disc supporting Screen International's opening reception.
Broadcast Awards 2016
Sargent-Disc would like to congratulate all of the nominees and winners of the 2016 Broadcast Awards which took place on Wednesday 10th February at Grosvenor House Hotel, London.
Nominations for EE BAFTA Film Awards 2016
Sargent-Disc would like to congratulate all the nominees of the 2016 EE BAFTA Film Awards.
National Film and Television School Update
Sargent-Disc is delighted to announce the two new recipients of our Production Management for Film Diploma students Scholarship at the National Film and Television School.
Digital Production Office® launches at London Film Festival
Sargent-Disc launched the Digital Production Office® initiative at the BFI London Film Festival on Tuesday 12th October.
Sargent-Disc NFTS Scholarship Update
Sargent-Disc is proud to sponsor two Production Management for Film Diploma students at the National Film and Television School. Read on for an update.
2015 Production Guild Award Winners Announced
The winners of The Production Guild Awards, in association with Warner Bros Studios Leavesden, have been selected due to recognition of their contribution to the entertainment industry. Read on for details of the winners.
National Film and Television School Scholarship Update
Sargent-Disc is proud to support a Scholarship for two students taking the Diploma in Production Management for Film and Television, at the National Film and Television School (NFTS). Read on to find out what the students have been working on.
Sargent-Disc Attend Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Forum for Third Year Running
On Saturday 11th July, the Sargent-Disc team attended the Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Forum. Proud sponsors of the networking and skills development event for the third year running, read on for highlights of the day.
Creative Strategies for Raising Film and TV Finance in the UK
On Tuesday 30th June, Laurence Sargent chaired the PGGB's live web seminar on 'Creative Strategies for Raising Film and TV Finance in the UK', sponsored by Microsoft and produced in association with Sargent-Disc.
Production Guild Raising Finance Live Webinar
Sargent-Disc, a Business Partner of the Production Guild of Great Britain (PGGB) is delighted to be supporting their live web seminar,Creative Strategies for Raising UK Film and TV Finance on Tuesday 30 June @ 19.00
To join the seminar online, email the PGGB at pg@productionguild.com for the live-stream URL.
2015 Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Forum
Join us for a packed day of workshops, seminars, creative debates and speed sessions with many of the UKs major film organisations aimed at improving filmmakers' understanding of the craft and business of film.
68th Festival de Cannes - May 2015
Sargent-Disc attended the Cannes Film Festival again this year, where we attended several events. We reflect on the highlights of this year's Festival.
Sargent-Disc offers new Digital Purchase Order solution
Digital Purchase Order is an award-winning, cloud-based procurement system designed for the entertainment industry that allows you to control and approve expenses in a simple and efficient way.
Tax and National Insurance Changes 2015
HMRC have introduced several changes for Tax and National Insurance for the 2015 Tax Year. Read on to find out more.
National Film & Television School Industry Awards 2015
Sargent-Disc attended the National Film and Television School annual graduation screening and prize giving to celebrate the achievements of this year's talented graduates.
Auto Enrolment for the Creative Industries
UK Screen, in association with Sargent-Disc and Wiggin LLP, held an informative session in London on 12th February looking at Auto Enrolment for the Creative Industries. Read on for highlights.
EE BAFTA 2015 Film Awards
On Sunday 8th February the winners of the 2015 EE BAFTA Film Awards were announced at a star-studded ceremony at The Royal Opera House in London.
Broadcast Awards 2015
Sargent-Disc was delighted to sponsor the 2015 Broadcast Awards which took place on Wednesday 4th February at Grosvenor House Hotel, London.
Take A Break: Co-Production and Maximising Tax Incentives
Sargent-Disc was delighted to support the Take A Break: Co-Production and Maximising Tax Incentives event which was held at BAFTA on Thursday 22nd January. Read on for the highlights of the event.
Nominations for EE BAFTA Film Awards 2015
As an official BAFTA Partner, Sargent-Disc would like to congratulate all the nominees of the 2015 EE BAFTA Film Awards.
Sargent-Disc win Specialist Payroll Provider Award 2014
Sargent-Disc is delighted to be awarded the Specialist Payroll Provider Award at the 2014 Payroll World Awards, at an awards ceremony held at Grange St Paul's Hotel in London on Thursday 23rd October.
Broadcast Production and Post Forum
Sargent-Disc was pleased to support the 2014 Broadcast Production and Post Forum, held at BAFTA on 5th and 6th November. We take a look at the highlights from the event.
BAFTA TV Question Time - supported by Sargent-Disc
Sargent-Disc was delighted to support the BAFTA TV Question Time which was held at BAFTA on Monday 27th October. Read on for the highlights of the event.
Sargent-Disc National Film and Television Scholarships
Sargent-Disc welcomes two new Production Management Diploma students as recipients of this year's Production Management Scholarships. And we hear from last year's Scholar, Tom While.
Sargent-Disc selected as finalist for Payroll World Awards 2014
Sargent-Disc is delighted to anounce they have been selected as a finalist for the Specialist Payroll Provider award at the Payroll World Awards 2014.
Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Market, 5th July 2014
The Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Market took place on Saturday 5th July, bringing together many of the UK's top film industry organisations and over 1000 emerging filmmakers. We reflect on some of the highlights of the busy and exciting day.
Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Market
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) and Sargent-Disc are delighted to announce the Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Market will take place on Satuday 5th July at BAFTA's headquarters, 195 Piccadilly London.
International Training: Movie Magic Budgeting in Malaysia
John Sargent travelled to Malaysia to deliver Movie Magic Budgeting training in Kuala Lumpur as part of the Iskandar Malaysia Creative Industry Talent Development Programme in association with the Met Film School.
Broadcast Digital Awards 2014
Sargent-Disc was delighted to sponsor the Channel of the Year award at the Broadcast Digital Awards 2014.
New Improved UK Tax Relief Seminar in Cannes
On Saturday 17th May, Sargent-Disc co-hosted a seminar in Cannes to discuss UK Tax Relief. The seminar was chaired by John Hadity (Executive VP, EP Financial Solutions) and included a panel of industry experts.
National Film & Television School Scholarship Update
Kirsty Barham, a recipient of the Sargent-Disc Scholarship, tells us about her experiences on the NFTS Production Management course.
Nominations for Arqiva BAFTA Television Awards 2014
As an official BAFTA partner, Sargent-Disc congratulates all of the nominees for this year's Arqiva British Academy Television Awards.
Sargent-Disc Auto Enrolment Solution
Her Majesty's Government (HMG) legislated Workplace Pension Reform changes to pensions, known as Auto Enrolment, will encourage millions of people to save for their retirement. Read on for information on how Sargent-Disc can help your company or production to fulfil your Auto Enrolment duties.
Changes to National Insurance for Entertainers
Her Majesty's Government have announced that from 6th April 2014 payments to entertainers (people employed as actors, singers, musicians or in any similar performing capacity) will no longer be subject to Class 1 National Insurance (NI).
BAFTA Games Awards 2014
Sargent-Disc would like to congratulate all the nominees and winners of the BAFTA Games Awards 2014, which took place on Wednesday 12th March.
Sargent-Disc NFTS Production Management Scholarship Update
We catch up with Tom While, the recipient of one of Sargent-Disc's Scholarships to study Production Management for Film at the NFTS.
NFTS Awards 2014
Sargent-Disc attended the National Film and Television School annual graduation screening and prize giving to celebrate the achievements of this year's talented graduates.
EE BAFTA 2014 Film Awards Winners
On Sunday 16th February, stars gathered at the Royal Opera House in London to celebrate the 2014 EE BAFTA Film Awards. Congratulations to all of this year's winners!
Broadcast Awards 2014
Sargent-Disc was delighted to sponsor the 2014 Broadcast Awards which took place on Wednesday 5th February at Grosvenor House Hotel, London.
Sargent-Disc BAFTA TV Panel Event Summary
On 29th January, Sargent-Disc and BAFTA jointly presented a panel discussion and networking event to discuss the current TV drama landscape in light of the recent introduction of UK Tax Credit for TV.
Nominations for EE BAFTA Film Awards 2014
As an official BAFTA Partner, Sargent-Disc would like to congratulate all the nominees of the 2014 EE BAFTA Film Awards.
Sargent-Disc BAFTA TV Panel Event
What's all the drama about? Financing and creating high end TV drama. Presented by BAFTA in association with Sargent-Disc.
HM Government Boost UK Film Tax Relief
Enhancements to UK Film Tax Relief announced by Her Majesty's Government.
London Film School Annual Show 2013
On 9th December Sargent-Disc attended the London Film School Annual Show and Graduation ceremony held at the Barbican.
The 2013 Women in Film & Television Awards
The 23rd Annual Sky WFTV Awards took place on Friday 6th December to celebrate and recognise the creativity and achievements of women within the Film and Television industry.
BAFTA Children's Awards 2013
Sargent-Disc would like to congratulate all the nominees and winners of the BAFTA Children's Awards 2013, which took place on Sunday 24th November.
London Film Academy Annual Showcase 2013
On October 29th Sargent-Disc attended the London Film Academy's Annual Showcase and Graduation event at the BFI Southbank.
Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Market, 13 July 2013
On 13 July, over 700 filmmakers attended the Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Market at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly. Read more for a breakdown of the day's events, as well as links to content and a selection of photos.
Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Market
We are delighted to announce an exciting event on 13 July 2013 - the Sargent-Disc BAFTA Filmmakers' Market, which will deliver a career development initiative for new filmmakers.
Sargent-Disc Scholarships for NFTS students
Sargent-Disc will be offering 2 scholarship awards for outstanding Production Management students at the National Film and Television School.
BAFTA TV Awards 2013
On the 12th May 2013, the stars of British television gathered at Royal Festival Hall on London's South Bank for the Arqiva British Academy Television Awards.
Welcome - Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Sargent-Disc is pleased to present the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland as Academic Partners.
NFTS Movie Magic Awards 2013
In February this year, Sargent-Disc returned to the National Film and Television School Awards to celebrate the achievements of 3 of its talented graduates.
SD Online Now Available for iPad®
Sargent-Disc is proud to announce the launch of the SD Online HD mobile application for iPad®.
Nominations for EE BAFTA Film Awards 2013
As an official BAFTA partner, Sargent-Disc would like to congratulate all nominees including its clients on their twenty-one nominations at this years EE BAFTA Film Awards 2013.
Auto Enrolment - UK Pensions Shake Up
Following on from Sargent-Disc's participation on Her Majesty's (HM) Revenue and Customs, Real Time Information pilot, we now bring you an introduction to Auto Enrolment pensions.
Congratulations to the Nominees and Winners of the 2012 WFTV Awards
The 22nd Annual Sky WFTV Awards drew a thousand of film and television's most influential and successful luminaries together to celebrate and recognise the creativity and achievements of women within the industry.
Congratulations BAFTA Children's Awards Nominees
Nineteen Awards will be presented at the 2012 British Academy Children's Awards on Sunday 25 November - celebrating all aspects of children's entertainment.
Final Draft Networking Event - 15th November
Join Sargent-Disc and The Production Guild over a drink at The Hospital Club for a networking event where the team from Final Draft will be on hand to answer your questions and demonstrate their latest software and iPad application.
SD Online 2.0 for Android Released
Sargent-Disc is pleased to announce the release of SD Online 2.0 for the AndroidTM phones. Now including UK Payscales it allows you and your employees to access payslips, reports and much more on the move.
SD Online 2.0 App now with UK Payscales
Sargent-Disc is pleased to announce the release of SD Online 2.0 for the iPhone®. Now including UK Payscales it allows you and your employees to access payslips, reports and much more on the move.
Sargent-Disc and BAFTA: States of Independents Seminar
In May this year, Sargent-Disc was delighted to sponsor and develop the States of Independents seminar in partnership with BAFTA. It explored how changes to the US production finance and distribution landscape could offer increased prospects for UK films.
UPDATE: Real Time Information Consultation
Sargent-Disc is a third of the way through the HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) Real Time Information (RTI) pilot scheme. Have your say on RTI compliance and penalty system for late payments through responding to the HMRC consultation.
NFTS 2012 Graduate Awards
Sargent-Disc presented three awards and prizes in recognition of student excellence in Production Management at the National Film and Television School Show 2012. Congratulations to all of the 2012 graduates!
Swedish Film Institute budget template
The Swedish Film Institute (SFI) has introduced a new budget template, available in the Movie Magic Budgeting format to be used by productions seeking SFI funding.
SD Online 2.0 App Now Available
Sargent-Disc is pleased to announce the release of SD Online 2.0 for the iPhone®. Allowing you and your employees to access payslips, reports and much more on the move.
SD Online payroll reimagined....
Sargent-Disc is pleased to announce the release of SD Online 2.0. Our all new platform takes production payroll to another level.
BAFTA and Rushes Soho Shorts 'Short Filmmakers' Market'
Sargent-Disc are pleased to be taking part in the BAFTA and Rushes Soho Shorts Short Filmmakers' Market on Sunday 24 July.
Thinking Big
Sargent-Disc and BAFTA recently jointly hosted the event 'Thinking Big: Transatlantic Tax Incentives' looking at how UK producers can make use of production incentives in the USA and Canada.
Happy Birthday Sargent-Disc!
Sargent-Disc is celebrating twenty five years of providing payroll, accounting and software services to the film and television industries.
On top of the world
Congratulations from everyone at Sargent-Disc to Graham Duff and the Iceland Everest 2011 expedition on reaching the summit.
Get your Payslips Online
Greener, faster and more convenient... give your employees access to their payslips online. You will have fewer questions to answer when they can log in and see for themselves.
Upcoming training
November 25th: Introduction to CrewStart™
November 26th: Introduction to Digital Purchase Order
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