All SABC's 2010 FIFA World Cup match coverage happens in this studio along with several other regular programmes which are broadcast from this temporary location for the duration of the World Cup.
The spectacular set is designed by Dewet Meyer and has lighting, depth and dynamics much in mind. The lighting design is by Andre Rossouw of SABC and Francois van der Merwe of MJ Event Gear. Van der Merwe also programmed the show and is sharing operating duties with Theo Roodt. The equipment is supplied by MJ and SABC.
MJ brought in the moving lights - including the 36 Robin 300s which were purchased specially for this project - Robe Media Spinners, LED lights, trussing and control. All the white and studio lights are supplied by SABC.
MJ Event Gear first invested in Robe products about three years ago. When they were confirmed for this job, it was an opportunity to buy the latest technology - so the sale totalling 24 Robin 300 Washes and 24 Robin 300 Spots was co-ordinated by Robe's South African distributor, DWR.
The 300 Washes are placed inside pillars at the back of the studio and used for vibrant colour changing effects. The Spots are positioned on the floor at the back of the studio, used for behind-camera-candy and effects for 'beauty shots' and medium close-ups.
All lighting is programmed into a grandMA console run by van der Merwe. The studio is running for nearly 18 hours a day throughout the whole World Cup tournament.
(Jim Evans)
