ARTS CAREER RESEARCH
● Learn about the film industry organisations through participation: career pathways and how to participate in local arts provision
Guest industry professionals:
Ryd Cook -
I found it fascinating how Stevie started off working with bands and then moved on to sound for films. This showed me that every thing you do is important and could lead to something greater, as well as that anything is possible and things don't always happen as you expect it.
Bradley Stearn -
Studied film, media and ICT product design at Long road
Went to Ravensbourne college to study film production
Twisted all units into cinematography as that was his main interest
Worked as a camera assistant during uni
Freelance camera assistant
Kept a blog, listing things he learnt mainly as notes for himself and to help others
Hearing from Bradley was very interesting as he was still quite young however took every opportunity he could get and so has achieved quite a lot for his age. He showed me that you must never stop working and learning as work experience is key. So even though the job role you get may not be what you want, it'll lead to valuable experience and will help you get to the role you want.
David Winstone -
Ryd Cook -
Studied at Long road Sixth Form College
Been making films for 14 years
Started by filming skateboard videos
A part of the BFI Film Academy
Went to University for a bit but realised it wasn't right for him
Made films on his own/friends
Started working at Picturehouse
Films screened at Picturehouse
Won 2 awards at film festival
Teaching filmmaking for 9 years
Tips -
No excuses
Keep making films
Make friends + connections
Help others
Keep making films
Make friends + connections
Help others
It was interesting to see the steps Ryd has taken to get to where he is now, especially as I am currently studying at Longroad and similar to him got into film making by making videos with my friends outside of school in my spare time. Living in Cambridge he showed me that there are opportunities close to me that I can be a part of that will help me achieve more experience in film making.
Henri Salonen -
- From Finland
- Studied Popular music at Anglia Ruskin
- Composing music for the past 19 years
- Moved to composing film music and sound design.
Stevie Haywood -
- Front of house engineer for bands
- Worked on music in studios
- Worked on films as a sound mixer
- Degree in film studies
- Just finished working on Sense 8 series 2 and about to start working on UK Say Yes to the Dress.
I found it fascinating how Stevie started off working with bands and then moved on to sound for films. This showed me that every thing you do is important and could lead to something greater, as well as that anything is possible and things don't always happen as you expect it.
Bradley Stearn -
Went to Ravensbourne college to study film production
Twisted all units into cinematography as that was his main interest
Worked as a camera assistant during uni
Freelance camera assistant
Kept a blog, listing things he learnt mainly as notes for himself and to help others
Hearing from Bradley was very interesting as he was still quite young however took every opportunity he could get and so has achieved quite a lot for his age. He showed me that you must never stop working and learning as work experience is key. So even though the job role you get may not be what you want, it'll lead to valuable experience and will help you get to the role you want.
David Winstone -
- Studied Film, English, Psychology and History at Longroad
- Studied film and tv production at Westminster university
- Graduation film won student ward
- Scholarship to NFTS to do a 2 year MA
- Worked on a web series, BigTalk.
Research for the future -
I am currently studying media diploma and english literature A Level.
I have been researching on several universities to study media and film production in 2017.
I looked online at several courses choosing courses I liked and thought would suit me best.
I am currently studying media diploma and english literature A Level.
I have been researching on several universities to study media and film production in 2017.
I looked online at several courses choosing courses I liked and thought would suit me best.
Leeds - Film, photography and media - http://media.leeds.ac.uk/ug/
Attended an open day and went for talks on the uni as well as on the course I was interested in.
Sussex - Media Practice - http://www.sussex.ac.uk/
Attended an open day and went for talks on the uni as well as on the course I was interested in.
Newcastle - Film and media - http://www.ncl.ac.uk/
Attended an open day and went for talks on the uni as well as on the course I was interested in.
Brighton - Moving image - https://www.brighton.ac.uk/
UWE - Filmmaking - http://courses.uwe.ac.uk/W293/
Attended an open day and went for talks on the uni as well as on the course I was interested in.
Sussex - Media Practice - http://www.sussex.ac.uk/
Attended an open day and went for talks on the uni as well as on the course I was interested in.
Newcastle - Film and media - http://www.ncl.ac.uk/
Attended an open day and went for talks on the uni as well as on the course I was interested in.
Brighton - Moving image - https://www.brighton.ac.uk/
UWE - Filmmaking - http://courses.uwe.ac.uk/W293/
Visited both cities but didn't attend open days, however have spoken to people who study at these universities and have read as much about the courses as I could find.
I have also looked into what film opportunities there are around Cambridge. I have a membership at picture house and have checked brochures to keep up to date with what they offer.
I was also informed about Ruptured screen and have created an accounted and asked to join.
This will inform me on any film related cambridge vents and opportunities as well as get to know other film makers in Cambridge.
● NFTS residentials applications
What I have learnt
The masterclasses with the industry professionals taught me a lot. As I realised there were lots more roles I could be interested in as well as a lot more elements within one role. Beside this I also learnt that it does not hurt to start from the bottom, the most important thing is to always keep working and learning from others. I also learnt that if the opportunity arises for a role in the film industry I'm not particular interested, it's best to take it as it'll only help me agin more knowledge and experience. From the research I've done, I've realised there is a lot that I can do around me that will help me become a better film maker. I've also learnt that different places offer different things and the possibilities are endless.
What I have learnt
The masterclasses with the industry professionals taught me a lot. As I realised there were lots more roles I could be interested in as well as a lot more elements within one role. Beside this I also learnt that it does not hurt to start from the bottom, the most important thing is to always keep working and learning from others. I also learnt that if the opportunity arises for a role in the film industry I'm not particular interested, it's best to take it as it'll only help me agin more knowledge and experience. From the research I've done, I've realised there is a lot that I can do around me that will help me become a better film maker. I've also learnt that different places offer different things and the possibilities are endless.
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