Skills Focus Calls Aspiring Media Professionals For UTV Funded Training Scheme

A new training scheme, Skills Focus, funded by UTV in association with Northern Ireland Screen, offers people interested in developing a career in the media the opportunity to gain some hands-on experience
Skills Focus welcomes applications from people not already established in television who can demonstrate a clear commitment to developing a career in the media. Twenty five people will be chosen to participate in this training programme which will cover the fundamental aspects of television production such as compliance, rights and clearances, budgeting and scheduling, basic video production techniques, basic post-production techniques and health and safety.
Following a number of training sessions five of the twenty five trainees will be selected for a four month placement within UTV. During their placements they will have a hands-on role within relevant departments in UTV and contribute as programme makers in a production or technical role.
These five successful applicants will also receive a training salary throughout their placement.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday 26 June 2007.
For further information and to download applications:
www.northernirelandscreen.co.uk
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