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Unit 3 - Short Film / Video

The use of videos are compelling to an audience, and especially useful for any type of campaign. It is a way of communicating to an audience but having that personal connection right the way through the film, helps the campaign boost to a greater extent. Stats show that the conversion rate of videos making an impact are 80%, proving that having a video or short film promoting the campaign will have a positive impact on it, providing it fits with the appropriate content and language.  The main aim and in an ideal situation, I would have produced and developed a video promoting the campaign. However, I was unable to complete this task due to other commitments and the tight timescale with doing another four A-Level Subjects during the short time left I had of my studies. Even though no final video was produced, I did not neglect the film product. Over the weeks of making my campaign, I ventured outside and visited landmarks and areas and captured a series of clips that relate to what ...

Unit 3 LO1 - Proposal

  What is the proposal for? This proposal is for a City of Culture campaign, where we will see Liverpool City being awarded the title of Capital of Culture and host events to celebrate and promote the area.  WHAT IS BEING INCLUDED WITHIN THE PROPOSAL?    As this proposal is a bid to be awarded the City of Culture, the document includes plans and ideas in the form of occasions or events, that will celebrate the award. For example, hosting an awards night for all across the Liverpool City Region districts on what people have done in their communities or any competitions that have been entered etc. The places included and the dates of events are also included to allow a perception of time for the  FORM / GENRE There will a variation of how I am going to advertise and promote my proposal. This will be done using many different mediums, following all the suitable code and conventions for that medium.  For example, I aim to be going right ac...

How and Why I have produced my work the way I have...

  Above is an insight of the work in which I have created throughout the course of the last couple of years in Digital Media. Written work is also included within the blog and evidence of books and exam units in the correct tabs.    Some elements are yet to be uploaded due to difficulty of access to school files studying at home as a consequence from the pandemic. I intend to have it uploaded when access can be made / back in the school premises.

LO2.2 Higher Institutions - Lesson 5

  University is a place where many people want to go to further their education and become as close to an expert as possible in their field of interest. Getting that higher educated is a very common and popular way of paving the way to success in a certain subject, whether it be media, archaeology or chemical sciences. Below are a range of Digital media courses or  related followed by their requirements for application and entry. University of Salford - Graphic Design I have personal first hand experience with the application process for this university as it is my desired one to attend. As well as the requirements (112 UCAS points or BBC with at least a B in any Art/Design subject), I was required to submit a portfolio of some of the graphic design work I had produced to date. From there, they will critique your work and an update will appear on your UCAS track with an update on whether an offer has been received or not.  Course Length: 3 Years Course Fee per/annum: £9,...

Unit 23 Lesson 4

  LO2.2 - SWOT Analysis LO2.2 Prospective Employers  What do they want? List qualifications needed and i n particular, looking at  what skills employers want and any likely interview requirements.    - Analytical Skills > These skills are important as it is vital to understand what is either being portrayed or completed and what the reasons are for that. Communication is key, so having communication and analytical skills will get you a long way in the media industry. Having the audience understanding what is occurring and why it is happening will extend the market of your product or medium and bring success to whatever you aim to achieve. - Project Management > Being good at managing what is happening around you and what other people are doing is quite important for the media industry. Sometimes a project may cover several different departments with different tasks sharing the same deadline and budget. Knowing what has been done and what needs to be compl...

Unit 23 Lesson 3

  LO1.2 - What is the best CV? My Personal CV  CV stands for ' curriculum vitae ' and is a formal document that features your qualifications, education, previous employment and some facts about you that makes you stand out from the rest. This document is a vital part of your life as it is what represents you and allows you to venture into the world of work. You will always be asked to provide a CV document whenever going to apply for a job or role in a certain industry. CVs also provide the employers the necessary contact information whether it is needed or not as well as the personal information such as your address. The better presented the CV is, a more professional and positive attitude will come across from yourself, leaving the employer more likely to consider you as a placement for the applying role. It is vital that all history of employment and qualifications are updated as sometimes experience can outweigh the knowledge and vice versa, however, leaving the employer w...