The BTEC Creative Media courses provide the knowledge, understanding and skills for learners wishing to enter a career in media or progress to Higher Education. It's the equivalent to three A Levels.
You'll learn about media institutions, the future of the media, television, photography, sound, film, video, graphic design, new media, web, print production, broadcast journalism, music video, DVD authoring, audio techniques, live-band recording, script writing, film directing, professional camera work, both from the practical and theoretical aspects, and how you can fulfill your potential of working in the media.
The majority of our students have gained places at University or jobs in the media industry.
We have a range of professional media equipment including the latest Apple MAC computers, Sony PD170 and Hi Definition Cameras as used by BBC and ITV, Nikon D40, D60 and D70 Professional digital still cameras (DSLRs), AVID and Apple Final Cut video editing software, Pro Tools sound design, Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop and After Effects, new purpose built TV and sound recording studio.
We also have links with outside producers to help students build their media experience.
You will be given assignments designed to achieve clear learning outcomes, which will be then graded at Pass, Merit or Distinction level. Work is applied to specific work related situations or activities, with opportunities for teamwork and in-depth study.
You need to be at least 16 and have 4 GCSE passes at grade A to C (This must include English and Maths) or an equivalent qualification. You need to be highly motivated and highly enthusiastic about the media industry. Mature students will be considered on an individual basis.
If you want to be a film or TV director, sound recordist, cameraperson, journalist, producer, video editor, advertising copywriter, write screenplays, work in music video production, present TV shows - then this is the course for you.
Video Editing
Film & TV Production
Scriptwriting
Interactive Media
Music Video Production
Film Study
Photography
Print Production
DVD Authoring
Broadcast Journalism
The Recording Industry
Soundtrack Production
Speech Package
Sound Editing
Sound Design
Popular Music
Audio Sequencing
Sound Techniques
2009 Spring Field Trip - London, BBC & IMAX.
Outside Broadcasts, offsite filming and media installations
The Media Team
Gillian McCartney (MA)
Lecturer
Gillian specializes in all aspects of sound design/ production
Telephone: 01481 750200 Ext 8861 email
Peter Root
Lecturer & Course Leader for 1st Diploma in Media
Peter specializes in digital graphics and interactive media.
Tel: 01481 750200 Ext 8862 email
Kirsty Bougourd (Msc)
Lecturer & Course Tutor ND Media Year 1
Kirsty specializes in TV & video production/editing and media theory.
Telephone: 01481 750200 Ext 8864 email
Paul Arnett (MA, PGCE)
Lecturer & Programme Manager for Media
Paul specializes in film and video production.
Tel: 01481 750200
Ext 8852
email
Nigel Edwards
Lecturer
Nigel specializes in media research, new media and advertising.
Telephone: 01481 750200 Ext 8863 email
Jon Ozanne
Lecturer
Jon specialises in script writing, editing and advertising
Telephone: 01481 750200 Ext 8866 email
Charlie Towers
Lecturer
Charlie specializes in MAC software, video editing, props and FX.
Telephone: 01481 750200 Ext: 8860 email
Simon Ellis
Media Technician
Simon provides technical support in all aspects of media production.
Telephone: 01481 750200 Ext 8872 email
Matt Elliot - example music video Rob Dougan - Left Me For Dead
It was the opening of the Media Show on Saturday. There is no end to the creativity of our students! Another fabulous example of creative thinking teamed up with superb technical ability.
This is the first time the Media students have held their show in this format; previously they have shown their films in the theatre. This format is definitely a winner, providing lots of opportunities for the students to show off the full range of their abilities. The ingenuity that had gone into the installations was outstanding and the amount of different ideas on show was mind-boggling!
The students tell me that this show was a bit of an experiment in that they weren’t really sure whether it would work in the space they had available. It most definitely did work and I can’t wait for next year!
Creative Media Production
- Details available September 2010
Short Course Info.
- Details available september 2010
Intro to Video Editing: Final Cut Pro
Intro to Video Editing: Avid (2011)
Intro to: Video Production
Intro to: Photoshop
Intro to: Web Design
Getting the most from your Mac
Professional production equipment includes:
Sony PD 170s
Sony Z1E - HDV
Nikon DSLR D70s & D60s
Sony PD150/170 shooting guide
(BBC)
The operation and functions of the Sony PD 150/170. Includes a tour of the camera and its basic operation; deals with picture functions and lighting, and provides a guide to recording audio successfully.
- pdf shooting guide Sony PD170 Operating instructions
- pdf instructions Nikon D70s - pdf user guide
Nikon D60 User Guide
- pdf user guide Nikon D60 Quickstart Guide
- pdf qs guide
Student Opinions:
"Quite simply, if you want to make films, then do this course.”
Andrea Lilley
”This course is like having xmas every day.”
Samantha Dean
"I love film production this has been the perfect course for me"
Hannah Martel
"This course has changed my life. It has given me a new insight into my career choice".
