Visual45

30/08/2024

We don't want to brag, but we were part of what might have been the coolest production of summer '24! PMMP's comeback shows captivated audiences at three festivals and last weekend at the Olympic Stadium. From the very beginning, it was clear that this wasn’t just any show, so the design work required special attention—from the initial brainstorming sessions with the band to the final ex*****ons. Our goal was to reflect the band's punk spirit and raw energy by seamlessly blending the real world with virtual stage elements, creating a cohesive experience. Therefore the production offered many exciting opportunities from a visual design perspective, allowing us to focus on IMAG camera direction and utilize Notch effects in screen content production. This work was crucial in shaping the overall impact of the show. We are thrilled to have been part of the project, a big thank you to everyone involved!

PMMP: Paula Vesala, Mira Luoti, Heikki Kytölä, Juho Vehmanen, Mikko Virta
Guest performers: Olavi Uusivirta, Miss Lumiere, JukkaK, MissB

Visual design: Mikko Linnavuori
Light programming and operating: Pietari Koskenniemi
Key light programming: Tero Kärpijoki
Video programming and operating: Saku Väänänen
Screen content production / Notch Design: Pertti Jääsaari
IMAG multi-camera direction: Ville Laakso

FOH sound: Janne Röning, Middle8 Live Finland
Monitor mixing: Pasi Manninen
Project Managers / Technical production: Mikko Makkonen, Jukka Virtanen, Creative Technology Finland
Pyrotechnics: Teppo Hakkarainen, Fire Factory Oy

Stylist: Minttu Vesala
Costume ex*****on: Ellen Rajala, Sini Saavala
MUAH: Piia Hiltunen, Mikael Kemppainen
Music production: Minna Koivisto

Production: Warner Music Live
Promoter: Jake Hannula
Executive Producer: Ale Ripatti
Tour Manager / Artist production: Hapa Oksanen
Production Manager: Hente Honkaluoma
Infra production: Mikko Linnansaari
Production Assistant: Iiris Jalava

Photos: Antti Rastivo

Martin Professional
MA Lighting International
Disguise
Notch VFX
Ayrton
CHAUVET Professional
James Thomas Engineering
Kinesys

19/08/2024

🎉 Attention, Turku (and beyond)! 🎉

While everyone was quietly going about their business, we've been crafting an event concept like no other. Introducing Turku's Logomo Move 5D, a groundbreaking, brand-new event space offering immersive experiences. Visual45's Kai Lainkari has been onboard from the very first steps, responsible for the space's concept, as well as its visual and, excepitonally, also for the technical design.

You’re invited to an archipelago-themed dinner where the room comes alive with vibrant visuals, storytelling, and exquisite cuisine. We designed the visual screen content to complement the menu and script, and led the content production. This project has been a truly delightful experience!

Oh, and by the way, the space is also available for your events, with custom-tailored content!
So, when the need arises to bring your visual presence to life and produce captivating content — who you gonna call? The ghostbusters at Visual45, of course 😉 Looking forward to future meetings and unforgettable events!

Venue concept, technical & visual design: Kai Lainkari
Mediaserver and control system programming: Saku Väänänen
Motion graphics: Vesa Pasanen
Sound design: Pasi Ketola
Venue Director: Petteri "Pefu" Unkila
Manuscript: Tommi Lähde
Art Director of the play: Kristian Karnell

Photos: Pasi Kuronen

30/05/2024

We had the opportunity to create something unforgettable once again by participating in the unique Rockstar Energy Drink Live 24 concert at Nokia Arena. The design concept focused on bringing the brand to the arena event comprehensively throughout the entire concert. The star, a key element of Rockstar, was prominently featured in the hall, appearing in stage structures, screen materials, and on the floor area, which was adorned with stars made from sceptrones. The concert experience was, of course, crowned by the brightest stars of the rap scene, such as Etta, Elastinen, Cledos, and Costi, who elevated the energy to the roof.

Visual Design: Mikko Linnavuori, Tero Kärpijoki
Screen Content Design: Jani Saranpää, Mikko Linnavuori
Screen Content Production: Jani Saranpää
Lighting Operator: Tero Kärpijoki
Video Operator: Saku Väänänen
Intro film / Video production: Duotone
Intro film / Sound design and production: El Camino
Technical Provider: Creative Technology Finland

Def
Warner Music Live
MA Lighting International
Martin Professional
Ayrton
Green Hippo
Claypaky
SGM Light A/S

Photos: Heikki Salonen, Varpu Sipilä / Visual45

20/05/2024

The rising sensation S*xmane packed Helsinki Ice Hall on Saturday. The guiding idea behind the concert's visual design was rock 'n roll, which was highlighted by a striking S*X logo formed from lights, heavily utilized to enhance the songs during the performance. The Final S*x Show was one sexy show indeed!

Visual Design: Eero Helle
Lighting Operator: Joonas Liesimaa
Video Operator: Eero Keskinen
Technical Provider: Creative Technology Finland

All Day Agency
Middle8 Live Finland
Martin Professional
Claypaky
MA Lighting International

Photos: Julius Konttinen

08/04/2024

The new season of the beloved music show Tähdet Tähdet has begun! We had a tremendously fun time creating the visual design for the program and operating the show. The versatile design served seamlessly different themes, whether it was the pulsating energy of rock or the tender embrace of love stories. Our aim was to create unforgettable memories for the audience and provide an immersive spectacle that transcends the boundaries of entertainment.

Visual design, set design: Tero Kärpijoki
Light and Video Operator: Tero Kärpijoki
Screen content production: Jani Saranpää, Tero Kärpijoki
Technical provider: Creative Technology Finland

Executive Producer, Nelonen: Maarit Suominen
Executive Producer, Moskito Television: Heidi Vierikko
Producer, Moskito Television: Ninni Hakala
Assistant Producer, Moskito Television: Anna Väisänen
Studio Manager, Moskito Television: Jive Väänänen

Multicam Director: Jan-Aslak Leino
Assistant Director: Heidi Musakka
Choreographers: Kiira Kornevits, Haza von Hertzen
Costumes: Annette Tamminen, Jemina Hanhijärvi-Smeds
Make up and Hair: Riia Koivisto, Laura Rantaniemi, Satu Arvo, Laura Hecht
Music production: Risto Niinikoski
Props: Einari Saarinen, Mimi Kavenius
Pyros: Oy Pyroman Finland Ltd
Set Builder: Esa Set Up
TV Broadcast Production: NEP Finland Oy, SoundOn

Moskito Television
Nelonen
MA Lighting International
Green Hippo
Martin Professional
Claypaky
GLP - German Light Products
ROE Visual
Ayrton

Photos: Mojo Erämetsä

28/03/2024

We’re in it to win it! We are proud and thrilled that our design work for Nordic Business Forum 2023 has been chosen as one of the finalists in the category of Visual Ex*****on at the Evento Awards! See you at the award ceremony. 🌟

Creative Technology Finland

21/02/2024

Happy news! We have received new reinforcement to the team as Pietari Koskenniemi who previously served as a trusted freelancer for our team has been brought on board as a permanent member, now acting as one of our visual designers.

A promising designer who previously worked at Hög has managed to collaborate with numerous artists, such as SANNI, VESALA, and BESS, despite his young age. We are extremely pleased to have Pietari in our team, welcome aboard!

17/01/2024

Last year around this time, we were planning Vesala's performance for Emma Gaala 2023. It turned out quite fantastic, if we do say so ourselves!

Watch the full performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9JKu8XD-frk

Testamentti @ Emma Gaala 2023
Music Production: Teemu Javanainen, a.k.a Heviteemu
Visual Design: Mikko Linnavuori
Styling: Vesa Silver
Make up Artist and Hair: Miika Kemppainen
Dress by: Suvi Hänninen

Emma Gaala
Notch VFX

Sooloartistiprojektistaan tauolle jäävä Vesala esittää vuoden 2023 Emma Gaalassa kappaleen Testamentti. koko Emma Gaala 2023 Ruudusta: https:...

12/01/2024

This year was once again kicked off splendidly with Urheilugaala 2024!

Visual Design: Tero Kärpijoki
Screen Content Production & Video Operator: Saku Väänänen
Lighting Operator: Eero Keskinen

Photos: Janina Pitkänen, Linnea Laatikainen

Yle
ROBE lighting
Martin Professional
MA Lighting International
Ayrton
Green Hippo
Creative Technology Finland

11/01/2024

Meillä on ilo aloittaa uusi vuosi hienoilla uutisilla yrityksemme toimintaan liittyen – CT Northern Europe on nyt ISO 14001 -sertifioitu!

19/12/2023

Last week, we spent two legendary evenings at Tavastia with the legend himself, as Hector celebrated the albums released 50 years ago, "Herra Mirandos" and "Nostalgia." It was fantastic to be involved in creating the visual aspects of the performance, including lighting and video content.

Visual45:

Lighting and video content design: Mikko Linnavuori
Lighting and video operator: Mikko Linnavuori

Creative Technology Finland:

FOH Engineer: Mikko Kreivilä
MON Engineer and Project Manager: Kalle Miinala
Video Engineer: Timo Lehtinen
Stage Manager: Tapani Kenttä
Hector Artist Manager: Aapo Lahti

11/12/2023

Kummit JouluMielelle broadcasted yesterday on MTV3 guaranteed a festive Christmas feeling! With the donations collected Kummit, the Association of Friends of the University Children's Hospitals, helps the small pediatric patients in Finnish hospitals. As always, It was a great pleasure to support their important work and spread Christmas spirit for everyone!

The concert can be viewed on MTV Katsomo.

Visual design: Mikko Linnavuori, Tero Kärpijoki
Screen video content: Jani Saranpää, Tero Kärpijoki
Video & lighting operator: Tero Kärpijoki

Lastenklinikoiden Kummit
MTV3
Green Hippo
ROBE lighting
Martin Professional
MA Lighting International
GLP - German Light Products
Creative Technology Finland

27/10/2023

With Creative Technology we make magic happen. We are always excited to help our clients to bring their events to the next level.

With our visual design knowledge and CT's technology resources, we got to bring our client's, Management Events Studio's, ideas to life for the "digital village" themed Atea Focus event. A great cooperation with the client all the way from designing the visual concept to making the ideas real at the event itself.

Visual design: Pertti Jääsaari
Content creation: Pertti Jääsaari, Jani Saranpää
Photos: Atte Mäläskä, Niki Soukkio

Creative Technology Finland

29/09/2023

Big, splendid and impressive! What else could you expect from Nordic Business Forum and its visual design? 😉

Creative Director: Kai Lainkari
Visual Design: Kai Lainkari, Tero Kärpijoki
Lighting Operator: Tero Kärpijoki
Keylight Operator: Pietari Koskenniemi
Content Creation & Disguise Operator: Pertti Jääsaari
Technical Production: Creative Technology Finland

Photos: Pasi Salminen / Nordic Business Forum

MA Lighting International
Martin Professional
Claypaky
disguise
Nordic Business Forum

08/09/2023

Together, we can make miracles happen, says Kummit. For that reason, the design of this year’s Elämä Lapselle concert was inspired by the theme of togetherness. And indeed, we truly think that we created something miraculous together with the wonderful audience, artists and the whole show crew! Congratulations Kummit 30 years!

Creative Director: Mikko Linnavuori
Visual Design: Tero Kärpijoki, Pietari Koskenniemi
Screen video content: Pietari Koskenniemi, Tero Kärpijoki, Jani Saranpää
Video operator: Pietari Koskenniemi
Lighting operator: Tero Kärpijoki

Photos: Atte Mäläskä

Lastenklinikoiden Kummit
MTV3
Martin Professional
MA Lighting International
Claypaky
Green Hippo
JB-lighting
Creative Technology Finland

16/05/2023

From sketch to reality - here’s a sneak peak at how we created the lighting design for this year’s Ice Hockey World Championchip's Opening Ceremony and Pre-game show in Tampere.

IIHF 2023 Opening Ceremony & Pre-Game Show
in collaboration with Ville Heikkilä / Whitewater

Lighting Design: Tero Kärpijoki, Eero Helle
Lighting, Pre-programming and Operating: Pietari Koskenniemi
Lasers, Pre-programming and Operating: Pekka Korpi, Otto Suojanen / XYZ Designs
Video & Grapich Content Designer, Content Creation: Ville Heikkilä / Whitewater

Thank you also for Darude for the epic performance!


International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF)
Martin Professional
MA Lighting International
Claypaky
Magicfx - Magic Video Effects
SGM Light A/S
ROBE lighting
Vectorworks
Creative Technology Finland

11/11/2022

Hei sinä visuaalisen suunnittelijan lupaava alku - hae meille työharjoittelijaksi!

Harjoittelussa pääset osaksi mielenkiintoisia ja monipuolisia visuaalisen suunnittelun projekteja tapahtuma- ja esitystekniikan kentällä. Olet kenties tapahtumien kokonaisvaltaisesta visuaalisesta suunnittelusta kiinnostunut suunnittelijan alku ja haluat oppia lisää tapahtumien valo-, video- tai lavasuunnittelusta. Tai mahdollisesti enemmän videosisältöihin, liikegrafiikkaan ja 3D-animointiin erikoistunut graafisen suunnittelun opiskelija.

Tehtäviä muokataan omien vahvuuksien ja opintosuuntauksen mukaan. Harjoittelun aikana pääset tutustumaan erilaisten ohjelmistojen käyttöön sekä projektien tuotannollisiin työvaiheisiin.

Lue lisää ja lähetä hakemuksesi täältä: https://www.ct-group.com/fi/fi/tyoharjoittelu/

02/11/2022

If you haven’t visited the Music Museum Fame, now is the time to do it! We were asked to design a video projection piece to accompany glass artist Kjell Engman’s exhibition Symphony of Myths. Our video piece, inspired by the beautiful glass instruments, supports the exhibition’s magical atmosphere.

Symphony of Myths, Musiikkimuseo FAME
1.11.2022-12.3.2023

Video content design & content production: Jani Saranpää
Disguise operator: Teemu Lehtonen

Kosta Boda
Blender
disguise

Photos: Jani Saranpää

15/09/2022

Pyhimys Isona was exceptionally ambitious and impressive spectacle - a show that we will surely remember!

Visual design: Eero Helle
Screen content design and production: Heba Rinkinen, Jani Saranpää
Video operator: Mikko Linnavuori
Lighting operator: Eero Helle

Photos: Tomi Palsa

Pyhimys
Radio Suomipop
Nelonen Media Live
All Day Agency
Martin Professional
MA Lighting International
Green Hippo
ROE Visual
Claypaky
Creative Technology Finland

08/09/2022

The atmosphere at this year’s Elämä Lapselle concert was heart-warming and beautiful as always!

Visual design: Pietari Koskenniemi, Tero Kärpijoki, Mikko Linnavuori
Screen content: Jani Saranpää
Video operator: Pietari Koskenniemi
Lighting operator: Tero Kärpijoki

Photos: Atte Mäläskä

Lastenklinikoiden Kummit
MTV3
Martin Professional
MA Lighting International
Claypaky
Green Hippo
Creative Technology Finland

09/08/2022

We just can’t get enough of Stadion shows! This time we visited Tampere’s Ratina Stadion where the stage was owned by our one and only Juha Tapio.

Visual Design: Eero Helle
Screen Content Design & Content Creation: Jani Saranpää
Light Operator: Vesa Nuoraho
Keylight Operator: Eero Helle
Intro Video: Sam Farage

Technical Production: Akun Tehdas

Photos: Atte Mäläskä

Central Line Entertainment
Nelonen Media Live

18/07/2022

This definitely was one the highlights of our summer, even our year! Sunrise Avenue's shows at Helsinki Olympic Stadium were worth waiting for. The visual design of the show required sweat and a little bit of tears from us but we think we can be proud of our work, or what do you think?

The tour continues later in Germany and we’re excited be a part of it!

Visual design: Visual45, Mikko Linnavuori, Eero Helle, Antti Rastivo
Show design: Mikko Linnavuori, Eero Helle
Light design: Eero Helle, Tero Kärpijoki
Video designer and -operator: Mikko Linnavuori
Light operators: Tero Kärpijoki, Eero Helle
Screen content -production: Mikko Linnavuori, Pertti Jääsaari, Jani Saranpää, Vesa Pasanen, Joonas Pulkkanen, Saku Väänänen
IMAG camera direction: Veikko Ruuskanen
Media server technician: Topi Rinne
Notch artist: Pertti Jääsaari

Interval videos

Production company: Long Story Short
Director: Pekka Hara
DoP: Mika Orasmaa
Producer: Hanna Heikkilä
Production manager: Juha-Petteri Lamminpohja
Focus puller: Jan Granström
Gaffer: Kari Malmio
Best boy: Owen Coughlan
Lighting technician: Malin Hemming
Lighting technician: Henry Pajanen
Grip: Aki Ruostepuro
Sound recording: Toni Teivaala
Stylist: Vesa Silver
Stylist's assistant: Noora Varrio
MUAH: Satu Arvo
Production coordinator: Maiju Landström
DoP / phantom: Matti Poutanen
Editor: Antony Bentley & Pekka Hara
Sound design: Akseli Soini / El Camino
Color grade: Timo Luomanen / Post Control
VFX & VFX supervising: Anders Helle
Online editor / mastering: Ari Rusanen / Post Control
Studio: Fireframe Studios

Photos: Henri Juvonen

17/05/2022

Ice Hockey World Championship 2022 had a pretty awesome opening show last Friday, just saying!

IIHF 2022 Opening Ceremony & Pre-Game Show

Creative Director: Eero Helle
Lighting Designer: Tero Kärpijoki
Lighting, Pre-programming and Operating: Pietari Koskenniemi
Video & Grapich Content Designer: Heba Rinkinen
Content Creation: Heba Rinkinen, Vesa Pasanen, Ville Heikkilä, Pietari Koskenniemi

Thank you also Antti Riihimäki and TAKOMO for the music that brought our visuals alive!

2022 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship
International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF)

04/05/2022

Yes, we were also responsible for the visual insanity of Vesala’s spring tour. Pretty cool, right?

Vesala Spring Tour (Photos from TAVASTIA-klubi)

Visual Design: Visual45, Mikko Linnavuori
Lighting, Pre-programming and Operating: Pietari Koskenniemi
Light Technician: Juha-Matti Anttila
Video Operator: Mikko Linnavuori
FOH Sound: Miika Mäkikerttula
Monitor Sound: Pasi Manninen
Production Manager: Harri Oksanen
Video Content: Visual45, Vesa Pasanen, Mikko Linnavuori, Pertti Jääsaari

Warner Music Live
Vesala
Resolume VJ Software
MA Lighting International
Pågå



Photos: Camilla Hanhirova

19/04/2022

Well this was indeed one unforgettable production!
Vain Elämää: Unohtumaton Ilta - a strong recommendation to your Sunday evenings.

Credits:

Set & Stage Design: Mikko Linnavuori
Lighting Design: Eero Helle, Tero Kärpijoki
Lighting Operator: Tero Kärpijoki
Video Operator: Saku Väänänen
Screen Content: Pertti Jääsaari
Keylight Operator: Ville Lehtinen
Technical Production: Creative Technology Finland

Banijay Finland
Vain elämää
Logomo
Nelonen
Ruutu
Claypaky
ROE Visual
GLP - German Light Products

Photos: Mikko Linnavuori

05/04/2022

Believe or not, we’re back in the live show business! And damn, it feels good. We had the joy of doing our first arena shows this year in Tampere’s brand new Nokia Arena and Gatorade Center in Turku together with our good old pal Lauri Tähkä.

Our attempt was to honour the visual themes and elements that have inspired Lauri lately, such as the chandelier, which worked as the crown jewelry of this stage design.

Visual Design: Eero Helle, Mikko Linnavuori
Screen Content: Heba Rinkinen
Video Operator: Saku Väänänen
Lighting Operator: Eero Helle
Technical Production: Creative Technology Finland
Photos: Mikko Linnavuori

Live Nation Finland
Claypaky
MA Lighting International
Green Hippo

23/02/2022

03/02/2022

Rekry päällä!

Vuosi 2022 tulee olemaan kaikkien aikojen tapahtumavuosi ja siksi haluamme vahvistaa joukkoamme uusilla osaajilla. Visual45:lla on nyt etsinnässä:

Graafikko
Suunnittelija
Tuotantopäällikkö

Suosittelemme hakemaan mahdollisimman pian! Hakuaika loppuu 27.2.2022.

Katso kaikki Creative Technology Finlandin avoimet työpaikat:
https://www.ct-group.com/fi/fi/job-openings/

Creative Technology Finland

Want to join us? Creative Technology is always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Check out our job openings and apply today!

13/12/2021

Exciting times for us and our parent company, Bright is now Creative Technology!

11/11/2021

It’s fresh (fresh!), exciting! This is how we would describe our latest work for TV. Brand new TV show Lauma started yesterday and it is definitely something different. The colourful design is truly needed during the darkest time of the year, don’t you think? Visual design with a splash of craziness á la Mikko Linnavuori & Eero Helle and the slightly goofy but groovy graphic design and content by our one and only Heba Rinkinen.

Lauma - MTV3 on Wednesdays at 21.00

Visual design: Mikko Linnavuori, Eero Helle
Graphics: Heba Rinkinen
Technical production: Bright
Project managers: Jukka Virtanen, Henri Honkaluoma / Bright
Photos: Mikko Linnavuori, Hanna-Maria Grönlund

Yellow Film & TV MTV3