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Media techniques

Up to 39 weeks training plus an Employment Development Placement.

Course description
Modules include all aspects of video filming and production, which may, on occasions, cover some challenging and controversial subjects. The course will particularly appeal to those with good manual dexterity and technical competence, who enjoy working with computers and in a team environment.

Pre-entry Requirements:
Experience not essential but a strong interest in media production is an advantage. A reasonable level of Maths and IT skills required, but due to the large script-writing content, a good level of english is essential. A college assessment will be undertaken. (Open learning available to brush up skills). Good colour vision is essential.

Course Content:
Using your IT skills you will learn about fault diagnostics, software installation and support and how to identify and replace defective components.

What skills will I learn?

Practical Experience:
You will be able to practise and gain experience of working with a range of video production equipment.

Qualifications Available:

• City & Guilds 7501 Level 3 Diploma in Media Techniques(General) - 6 Units:
  
• 2 Mandatory units: Media Industries Organisation, Regulation and Practice; Research & Record Information.
  
• 4 Optional units from the following:
  Video Production techniques, Television Studio Production, commercial video production, sound recording techniques, lighting for film and TV, Digital Image manipulation and short film production

Employment Opportunities:
Work in production companies exists for camera assistants, production runners and audio-visual/media technicians. Your Employment Development Manager will help you make the right choice.

How do I get on the course?
Are you unemployed and have a disability? If YES, then … Make an appointment to see your Disability Employment Adviser (DEA) at your local Jobcentre Plus office.

For an invite to an Open day call Shirley.Clark@qetc.org
Marketing Coordinator 01372 841152

Success Story

Mark - now working as a media technician.

*Qualifications may change to keep in line with current industry requirements