EILEEN APPEARS ON EGGHEADS

Candy Jar author Eileen Younghusband had an exciting opportunity to take part in the BBC TV show 'Eggheads' recently. Taking on the Eggheads as part of a 'People's Book Prize' team, Eileen battled it out over a range of topics including her speciality, Food and Drink.

Eileen has to remain tight-lipped about the outcome until the show is broadcast, but in the meantime, here's a picture of her and the rest of the gang on the day of filming:

Eileen has authored two titles with Candy Jar Books: One Womans' War and Men I Have Known, which are available via the usual outlets as well as direct from Candy Jar.

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BRYN'S A HAPPY CHAPPY! HERE'S WHY...

Bryn Lloyd is our Media Assistant and joined Candy Jar in August thanks to the Jobs Growth Wales Scheme. The Scheme supports businesses in recruiting young people aged between 16-24 by subsidising the wages of the new recruit for the first six months of their employment. Acorn Recruitment in Newport worked closely with Candy Jar to help them take Bryn on full time through JGW.

Candy Jar Ltd has found the scheme to be a great boost. Taking away the risk of recruiting new staff has meant the Directors can focus on building the company and using the extra help to do more. With big plans for the future, JGW could well be the helping hand that pushes Candy Jar up to the next level as a creative business.

Bryn has proved to be a great asset to the team, and has settled well into his role.

He says: "My job covers the two sides of the company – video production and publishing. Because of that, it's impressively varied. One day I may be copy editing a new book title, the other I might be out on a film shoot. It requires a broad set of skills and in my time at Candy Jar so far, I've learnt some valuable lessons about the industry."

Bryn is a Glamorgan University graduate, having studied Film for three years. "My course was almost entirely theoretical, so I didn't have much of a chance to get 'hands on' with camera equipment or anything. However, working for Candy Jar has meant taking on exciting challenges where I have learned more practical skills, such as using a digital camcorder or editing in Final Cut Pro, so naturally it's enormous fun."

Bryn has benefitted greatly from his first full time employment since graduating: "It's great to be in the office – because the work is so varied, no two days are the same and I'm grateful to have had an opportunity to play my part in Candy Jar's exciting growth over the coming months."

AN EX-OFFENDER INTERVIEWS HIMSELF!

Dru Mackenzie was convicted for fraud in 2008 but has since rebuilt his life with the help of friends and family. He now runs a successful coach business with two business partners and is currently developing his career as a TV presenter.

We were asked by Dru to film and edit an interview that would explore his background and help to tell his story – offering up some insights into why he made the mistakes that he did, and how he successfully got himself onto the 'straight and narrow'.

You can watch a clip of the interview here:

Candy Jar Films

CANDY JAR LAUNCHES NEW VIDEO PICK N MIX OFFER!

The current economic climate means that we all have to be a bit smarter with our money, and to help you Candy Jar Films is pleased to announce a special offer on promotional videos. The new Pick 'n' Mix service allows you to choose which features you want in your video, in order to keep down the cost whilst delivering exactly what you need.

The packages we offer are:
Package 1 - Three features from the list below - £475
Package 2 - Five features from the list below - £975
Package 3 - Seven features from the list below - £1,475
Package 4 - All features from the list - £1,975

The features available are:
1. Standard titles and contact details.
2. Interview with yourself conducted at your business premises.
3. Shots (both still and moving) of your product / service / business premises.
4. Voice Over describing your product / service / business.
5. ‘Green Screen’ interview enabling us to use any background of your choice.
6. Background music.
7. Your logo at the beginning and end of video.
8. Simple animated graphics to enhance your video.
9. ‘Voxpop’ interviews with customers.
10. Establishing shots of your area, town, or city
11. Additional interview with a member of staff or customer.
12. Rolling titles explaining your product / service / business premises.

We can also offer some extra options if you really want to make your video stand out, such as:
- Animation
- Celebrity / High quality impersonator voice-over
- Actor / Presenter to help promote your business
- Motion graphics (including animated logos/branding)
- Special FX
- Drama-based scenarios
Please be aware that prices for these will vary according to specific requirements.

To find out more, please call 029 2115 7202, Contact Us or visit us at www.candy-jar.co.uk