What we’ll cover today… What it is in 2015 Ways you can get into it. Tips & Advice on the right approach. Useful online resources

The Digital economy is growing 10 times faster than the traditional economy

which will result in a skills gap of 900,000 vacancies by #Opportunity

It’s varied – but not always glamorous!

Skills that pay the bills: Producer Director Camera person / Videographer Editor Researcher Production Assistant Graphics / Animator Special Effects Scriptwriter Other Creatives

Educational Requirements GCSEs A Levels Degree Are you a…. Rounded and Socially Confident Human Being??

Educational Requirements Route 1: Degree in Media

Educational Requirements COLLEGES There a GAZILLION offering media courses VIDEO – One option is RAVENSBOURNE

Apprenticeships Entry requirements: Ideally 5 GCSEs A*- C, or equivalent, Should include Maths & English Duration: months Salary: £8, ,000 per year

Apprenticeships BBC – look at their careers section

1) Start Planning Early! 2) PROJECTS 3) PORTFOLIO

2) Prepare targeted CV Take a look at Kent University’s page on media careers Example media and creative CVs acv.htm

Contact media employers Try to get employment or (more likely!) unpaid work experience

3) Networking

4) Personal Projects

Most entry-level media jobs are not advertised

5 ) Be prepared to start at the bottom

3 Great Resources… blog/how-to-make-video-cv

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