FT2 Winter Careers Launch

At a recent event at the Roxy, Southwark practitioners from the film and television industry joined trainees from two separate FT2 training schemes to wish them well as they launch their freelance careers.
Among those receiving certificates were: Maurice O'Brien who is now working as a Researcher at Flashback TV on a drama-doc for Channel 4 'Avoiding Armageddon', who said of his experience: "I came across the scheme when trying to find a way into making documentaries - which is what I really wanted to do, as opposed to just 'working in TV'. Given the nature of the training it provided and the companies involved, it definitely seemed to be the best scheme out there.
"I'm sure that the experience I have gained on FT2 will definitely stand to me for the rest of my career."
Becky Thomas who is working on the feature film 'Inkheart', as Art Department Assistant commented: "FT2 has given me great opportunities and experiences. I enjoyed the placements and the courses we were signed up for. It has developed my confidence in my field and I met fantastic contacts that allowed me to graduate and work within an experienced art department on a feature film."
Katrina Barton (script supervisor) was equally impressed: "The training and support I have received from FT2 is of the highest standard and has turned my career around and opened unimaginable doors."
Rachel Aulton (props), has enjoyed the scheme and found it very rewarding: "Being on FT2 has been such fun and hard work at the same time. FT2 has given me the chance to work on some exciting and varied productions in the props and art departments. It given me stability over the last two years and the contacts needed to start a career in this industry."
Sharon Goode, Director of FT2, extended thanks to all those in the industry who have supported these apprenticeship-style training models: "These industry schemes could not happen without the ongoing support of production companies, staff and crew."
The schemes receive industry money through funds administered by Skillset, the Sector Skills Council for the audio visual industries.
(DS/SP)