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Preparing for work in creative media industries (Response to redundancy)Media industries 5 weeks (SeeTec)
Web design 9-11 weeks (Routeway to employment NEET)Video & photography 9-11 weeks (Routeway to employment NEET)
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Knowledge element units

Certificate for iMedia Users

Unit 301 Pre-production skills
Unit 217 Digital Photography
Unit 213 Digital Graphics editing
Unit 314S Creating a digital sound sequence

Competence element units

Diploma in Creative and Digital Media Competence

PI3 Plan and organise photographic assignments
PI7 Undertake photographic assignments
PI16 Undertake technical adjustment of images
PI17 Prepare image output
PI20 Undertake colour management procedures

Unit 1 Awareness of employment in the creative media sector (mandatory unit)
Unit 2 Communicating and presenting ideas in the creative media sector (mandatory unit)
Unit 3 Awareness of converging digital technology in the creative media sector (mandatory unit)
Unit 4 Professional behaviour in the creative media sector (mandatory unit)
Unit 8 Creative media industry awareness
Unit 5 (X1) Contribute to good working relationships (mandatory unit)
Unit 10 Awareness of health and safety in the creative media sector
Unit 6 (X2) Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety (mandatory unit)

Employee rights and personal thinking

Key skills units

Mathematics
English
ICT

 

Knowledge elements (day release training)

Certificate for iMedia Users - level 3 - OCR - 20-24 credits

Unit 301 Pre-production skills

The aim of this unit is for the learner to develop an awareness of the current use of pre-production techniques and the implications of this technology in the Creative Media sector. The learner will also learn how to exploit these technologies to reach new audiences and generate revenue.

Unit 217 Digital Photography

The aim of this unit is for the learner to develop an awareness of the current use of digital photography and the implications of this technology in the Creative Media sector. The learner will also learn how to exploit these technologies to reach new audiences and generate revenue.

Unit 213 Digital Graphics editing

The aim of this unit is for the learner to develop an awareness of the current use of digital graphics and the implications of this technology in the Creative Media sector. The learner will also learn how to exploit these technologies to reach new audiences and generate revenue.

Unit 314V Creating a digital sound sequence

The aim of this unit is for the learner to develop an awareness of the current use of digital audio products and the implications of this technology in the Creative Media sector. The learner will also learn how to exploit these technologies to reach new audiences and generate revenue.

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Competence elements (employer & day release training)

Total 71 credits (+ 15 credits functional skills)

Diploma in Creative and Digital Media Competence - level 3 - OCR - 35 credits

PI3 Plan and organise photographic assignments

The unit aims to enable learners to prepare for photographic assignments. It covers the administrative activities involved in setting up and carrying these out, finding a location, hiring equipment and materials, and relevant legal and ethical issues. (7 credits, 50 GLH)

PI7 Undertake photographic assignment

The unit aims to enable learners to take images under a variety of circumstances including portrait, still life and for specified shoots. It covers small, medium and large-format cameras, working in indoor and outdoor locations, with people or objects, and where applicable, following instructions to ensure that images produced are fit for purpose. (7 credits, 50 GLH)

PI16 Undertake technical adjustment of images

The unit aims to enable learners to undertake technical adjustment of images. It includes the development of the editing approach and the production of image files to meet the client’s requirements. It requires understanding of relevant legal and regulatory issues. (7 credits, 60 GLH)

PI17 Prepare image output

The unit aims to enable learners to prepare image output. It involves producing different forms of output using different devices and materials. It includes reviewing output and discussing issues with relevant parties. (6 credits, 50 GLH)

PI20 Undertake colour management procedures

The unit aims to enable learners to undertake colour management procedures. It involves calibrating and profiling hardware to maintain colour accuracy from image capture to output and is likely to include using a range of technology and equipment including: digital cameras; scanners; monitors; proofing devices and printers. (6 credits, 50 GLH)

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Preparing for work units

Unit 1 Awareness of employment in the creative media sector (mandatory unit)

This unit focuses on the varying types of employment status and their implications on legislation and taxation. PW1 also teaches learners how to select prospective employers, produce a professional CV and pitch a creative idea. This is a mandatory unit.

Unit 2 Communicating and presenting ideas in the creative media sector (mandatory unit)

This unit requires learners to understand various methods of communicating in the workplace, including influencing and persuading others. It also requires learners to consider how to present creative ideas and evaluate their own performance. This is a mandatory unit.

Unit 3 Awareness of converging digital technology in the creative media sector (mandatory unit)

Learners will research the changing face of creative media, and how technology is affecting audiences and workforces. Learners will also consider how converging media can be used to reach new audiences and generate new revenue streams. Finally, learners will plan research tests to exploit converging technology. This is a mandatory unit.

Unit 4 Professional behaviour in the creative media sector (mandatory unit)

Learners will examine the cultures of creative media organisations and their strategies for ensuring that conduct is professional. They will also gain experience in agreeing timescale's and budgets, constructing project plans and
personal development plans, and will understand the importance of each of these business tools. This is a mandatory unit.

Unit 8 Creative media industry awareness

Learners will research and examine the industries within the creative media sector, and the links and dependencies between them. They will also focus on particular teams and their responsibilities within an organisation, roles of
individuals within teams, and the concept of a product life cycle. This is a mandatory unit.

Unit 5 (X1) Contribute to good working relationships (mandatory unit)

This unit emphasises the need for good communication during a production process. Learners will be able to agree and revise working arrangements and resolve any communication problems that might arise in the workplace. This is a mandatory unit.

Unit 10 Awareness of health and safety in the creative media sector

Learners will be able to identify good health and safety practice within the sector. They will focus on the Health and Safety at Work Act, carry out a risk assessment, and suggest ways of reducing risks within a specific job role. This is a mandatory unit.

Unit 6 (X2) Ensure your own actions reduce risks to health and safety (mandatory unit)

Learners will investigate hazards and risks within their workplace and their own specific role. They will identify any unsafe working practices and take action to address potential problems. Finally, learners will assess their own conduct against relevant legal and organisational guidance. This is a mandatory unit.

Employee rights and personal thinking

Key skills units

Mathematics
English
ICT

 

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