Top 5 Uni Courses
1. UWE Bristol: Filmmaking BA (Hons)
3. UAL: Film and Television BA (Hons)
5. Goldsmiths: Anthropology and Visual Practice BA (Hons)
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2. Bath Spa: Film, Television & Digital Production BA (Hons)
4. UCA: Film Production BA (Hons)
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University open day confirmations
If I got into university the grant would cover my teaching costs from the university, and my parents have offered to pay my housing costs directly. This would leave me with a maintenance grant of about £3920 which would be enough to live on. I recognise that I would be taking on a student debt, but this would be paid back when I had sufficient income. I would also look for holiday jobs to boost my income.
Gap year
I have been offered some work doing training videos, and a relation of mine makes videos for a council, and I could get some experience via that route. Also if I was doing a gap year I could do some more self-initiated projects to demonstrate to universities and potential employers my capacity to do film and video work.
Work
Post production runner @ Lucky Cat
They want a runner |
Development Intern @ TWOFOUR
They are hiring 3 paid interns for 3 months beginning on January 8th 2018. To apply I would need to send in a 200-word pitch for a TV show idea and then, if I was chosen, go to the interview day on the 30th of November. |
If I was able to get the Lucky Cat or the Development intern role, they would give valuable experience, but although paid, I'd be likely to struggle financially.
Apprenticeships
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NotGoingToUni says :
"For an apprenticeship in this sector it is most likely you would be working in pre-production, studio facilities or post-production. Jobs on film sets are not set up for the apprentice route. If working on set is what you want to do then the route to follow is 'work experience' and or 'runner'.
In an apprenticeship in the film industry. you’ll start your training off at the very junior end of the scale. Packing gear, organising food, cables to be tidied, props to be sorted out. Learn what to do on set and how films work. Whatever you’re doing at work, you’ll be going back to the classroom on a regular basis to learn more about the theory behind it, while working towards a nationally-recognised qualification. You’ll also be studying towards relevant certifications to help you get your foot into the door of what is, after all, a very competitive industry."
"For an apprenticeship in this sector it is most likely you would be working in pre-production, studio facilities or post-production. Jobs on film sets are not set up for the apprentice route. If working on set is what you want to do then the route to follow is 'work experience' and or 'runner'.
In an apprenticeship in the film industry. you’ll start your training off at the very junior end of the scale. Packing gear, organising food, cables to be tidied, props to be sorted out. Learn what to do on set and how films work. Whatever you’re doing at work, you’ll be going back to the classroom on a regular basis to learn more about the theory behind it, while working towards a nationally-recognised qualification. You’ll also be studying towards relevant certifications to help you get your foot into the door of what is, after all, a very competitive industry."
BBC Apprenticeship - 5th March 2018
The BBC has a year-long “Production Apprentice” scheme in which you work across different production teams like TV, radio and online content as well as training from the “BBC Academy”
The website says you can choose between three areas of production to specialise in, which are:
Production Management: Focuses on budgets, scheduling, copyright issues and health and safety. The BBC asks that you have good organising and planning skills.
Craft Skills: Focuses on technical skills such as camera operating or radio studio management. Would learn a lot of technical skills.
Editorial: Focuses on researching/pitching ideas for programs.
Editorial: Focuses on researching/pitching ideas for programs.
The BBC say: "a passion for producing and creating brilliant, diverse content, and a serious determination to make a career in the media is vital. Motivation, and ability, to combine working in a professional media environment with college study and additional training. It's an entry-level scheme aimed at people with a maximum academic qualification of A-levels or equivalent. There is no minimum academic entry requirement. Previous media experience not needed but must demonstrate a keen and active interest in content, audiences (at the BBC and other broadcasters). You need to work flexibly beyond 9 to 5, and be able to work in teams and with public.”
It is a 12-month contract paying £12,500 per year plus £4,560 for those working in London. Training and travel costs are also covered. It would be difficult to live on this salary, I would have to live at home and/or have another job.
The website says you can choose between three areas of production to specialise in, which are:
Production Management: Focuses on budgets, scheduling, copyright issues and health and safety. The BBC asks that you have good organising and planning skills.
Craft Skills: Focuses on technical skills such as camera operating or radio studio management. Would learn a lot of technical skills.
Editorial: Focuses on researching/pitching ideas for programs.
Editorial: Focuses on researching/pitching ideas for programs.
The BBC say: "a passion for producing and creating brilliant, diverse content, and a serious determination to make a career in the media is vital. Motivation, and ability, to combine working in a professional media environment with college study and additional training. It's an entry-level scheme aimed at people with a maximum academic qualification of A-levels or equivalent. There is no minimum academic entry requirement. Previous media experience not needed but must demonstrate a keen and active interest in content, audiences (at the BBC and other broadcasters). You need to work flexibly beyond 9 to 5, and be able to work in teams and with public.”
It is a 12-month contract paying £12,500 per year plus £4,560 for those working in London. Training and travel costs are also covered. It would be difficult to live on this salary, I would have to live at home and/or have another job.
Warner Bros. Studios
Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden is a film and TV studio operated by Warner Bros.
Applications are currently closed but there will likely be opened some time over the next year.
Applications are currently closed but there will likely be opened some time over the next year.
I could apply for these apprenticeships - they would be very useful learning experiences. However, they would pay very little, and so I would need another job or a lot of parental support in order to survive while doing these.
Personal Strengths
I think my strengths are dedication to producing a final product. I think I would benefit a lot from university training, as it would help me get a better job. I think my core media skills are good but university training would help boost my confidence.