TV Jobs UK One Day Intensive TV & Film Career Masterclass - Training & Q&A
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One Day Intensive TV & Film Career Masterclass - Training & Q&A
Saturday June 18th 2016 10:30 - 15:30
Are you currently finding it difficult to get into the film or television industry or maybe you have recently graduated, in another career, or have done loads of unpaid work and you are looking for extra knowledge to help you get your foot in the door and get paid work
TV Jobs UK are holding an interactive and informative TV & Film employability masterclass combining training and talks and a Q&A with industry professionals, for those determined to make a mark within the industry. We will equip you with the know how of what you need to do find jobs and get paid work.
The masterclass will empower and equip learners with the skills in order to apply effectively to entry level roles within the industry.
Subjects covered include:
- Understanding the job market.
- Online Job search
- Job search management.
- Networking
- Understanding Entry Roles
- CV writing and Cover letters
- Interview techniques
- Personal and Professional Attributes
Who is delivering the masterclass?
Training will be delivered by Georgina Bobb BA Hons in Content Creation and Broadcast, a qualified Media Trainer with a Level 3 in Education and Training (PTTLS). She is also a Freelance Television Production Coordinator working on international projects. She has worked for various broadcasters and independent production companies such as the BBC and ITV and on an array of shows such as The X Factor and Britain's Got Talent (ITV1) and The Undateables (Channel 4). Nominated for a Screen Nation Award under the 'Rising Talent' category - She is the Managing Director of TV Jobs UK an employability business providing clients with 1 to 1 career consultations, as well as CV and cover letter writing services.
Sinitta Monero, CV writer and TV Jobs UK's own employability advisor will also be delivering training. She is also a qualified Media & employability skills Trainer (PTTLS). Sinitta currently works as a Production Manager and freelances as a 1st AD and production coordinator for film and television. She has worked for various production companies including Corbis Entertainment, AVCO and Valance Films on an array of films including Star Wars, Legend and Mr Holmes. Her portfolio of work includes short films, radio production, TV production, live events, music videos, and script writing for shorts, web dramas and adverts.
Who are our guest speakers?
CJ Henry is a Freelance Senior Television Researcher/Assistant Producer with credits from the UK and Australia broadcast channels such as BBC (Three), Channel 4, ITV(2), Channel 5. With only being in the television industry for four years the television credits have become endless with award winning shows such as Channel 4's Come Dine With Me, Sun Sex & Suspicious Parents (BBC 3), Britains Got Talent (ITV), Married At First Sight (C4), Coach Trip (C4) and many more. CJ tends to focus his genre of television work around observational documentary and factual entertainment. When CJ is not working in television you often find him with a DSLR as a freelance fiction-based photographer whose work focuses on lifestyle and portraiture..
Kate Herron is a film and TV producer, having worked for broadcasters in London and New York, such as BBC, CH4, History Channel, PBS and HBO. She set up the influential film events organisation, Urban Screen, to showcase niche and indie film and in the process helped to launch some of our up and coming talent. She also set up charity, The Screen Community, which provides professional film training for those coming from disadvantaged backgrounds. She is presently developing a number of documentaries and feature films to take through to finance.
***FREE GIVEAWAY TO ALL ATTENDEES - A complementary 30 min career coaching session with Georgina Bobb!!***
FAQs
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to attend the masterclass?
There are no ID requirements, however the minimum age we are accepting to the masterclass is 18 years of age.
How can I get to the venue?
Canada Water Library and Culture Space is situated directly above Canada Water station (Jubilee line and London Overground). Exit the station towards Surrey Quays Shopping Centre.
Buses
199, 1, 225, 47, 188, 381, C10, P12
Can i get a discount?
A 10% discount is available for all our talent database members - you can sign up here and a code will be emailed to you.
What can/can't I bring to the event?
Please bring a notebook and pen for note taking. Light refreshments will be provided such as teas and cofees and water. There is a cafe situated in the building in the foyer which is open during the workshop and for lunch.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
It would be helpful for registration purposes.
What is the refund policy?
Unfortunately we are unable to give a refund on any purchases made.
Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?
You can contact us directly at info@tvjobsuk.com or use the contact button on this page.