Thursday, January 18, 2024

Industry Interviews

 


When preparing to think about industry I wanted to research interviews and interview techniques specific to the media and theatre industry,to make sure these techniques and tips were relevant I researched not only Indeed but also researched the BBC,ITV and National theatre.Through this research I was able to understand that even though there is a lot of transferable techniques between interviewing for different companies there are also industry/company differences depending on were and what you apply for in the industry.
We were able to have the opportunity to pitch an idea to the Creative Director of Middle Child Productions,Andrew Eastel which is usually a part of the interview process at media firms.This also helped me to feel more comfortable pitching an idea as I am currently in the application process of the BBC Apprenticeship Scheme and presenting a pitch is part of the process.Before the pitch we were sent this as an example of an interview offer letter.


The Video of My Presentation for Middle Child Productions: 


This is my Pitch Presentation:


This interview allowed me to prepare for future interviews and gave me the experience of an interview process as well as being able to take feedback and criticism of my work and how to think about ideas differently to engage and entertain not only a producer but an audience.






Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Showreel


Creating my show reel allowed me to review my work from the past year and showcase the footage that I am the most proud of  in a video, it also allows me to build on my editing skills and audio mixing skills.

Draft One



Draft Two



Final Product


Feedback 




Creating this show reel allowed me to understand the work that goes into prepping for a job interview or advertising yourself in the media industry.Creating my show reel allowed me to work on my editing skills by enabling me to pick an audio track and practice editing to the beat of a track.Overall I am happy with my show reel and what I have produced however if I were to redo my show reel I would adjust some things.After receiving some feedback from an industry professional credited by the BBC and ITV  I would revisit some video clips and colour grade them look at headroom in a scene and start with a shorter clip to engage the audience.





Saturday, January 6, 2024

Work Experience

 


Work experience was essential for me as to build my knowledge and skill in technical theatre practical experience is essential.The work experience I have been apart of has allowed me to develop my skills as a theatre practitioner and be able to get hired for work in Christmas of 2023 at the Whitley Bay Playhouse for their annual Pantomime this year being Cinderella.

Companies worked with:
Northern Stage- Home | Northern Stage
Theatre Space North East- Instagram
Blue Genie Entertainment- Home - Whitleybay Panto
Phoenix Productions- Instagram 


B1 Personal Progression

 Hi my name is Chloe Meadows.I am a Year 2 Media Student with an interest in videography and editing as well as working in technical theatre...