Jamie Dickinson

No, I think if you enable Assist Using Reel Name in the Conform Options, you'll probably see the reel names in the bins column for the proxies too. You just have to make sure that they match the new r3d reel names (and timecode). 

Red is good because it has an embedded reel name (derived from the file name) which you can use. The proxies won't have an embedded reel name but you can extract it from the file name. In theory You'll probably have to test a few permutations. 

In the General Options, Conform Options there are options for file extension and limiting the number of character in a Reel Name. Or if you already have a timeline which hasn't linked,  try using right click the timeline and Reconform from Bins or Reconform from Media Storage. Make sure Conform Lock is disabled on all the clips in the timeline first. Try */%R???????? Instead of default */%R/%D to limit the characters so that it matches the reel name and the timecode.

Regarding lesson 16, round-tripping with Avid (really good stuff, btw!) Would it be a valid workflow to Use Sizing information on import of the timeline to Resolve but then check the box 'disable edit and input sizing' in the Advanced Deliver settings?

I've never used Baselight but the Balance control which act like aperture seems like a perfect tool to have.