Unit 8 – Television and Film Studies.

Alex O'Neill – NDCMP Y1

Careers Events – Task 1

Jobs Breakfast

These are some photos from the jobs fair our class attended in which several companies pitched what their companies do and the jobs they have to offer.

Foyle Film Festival

On Friday the 20th November my class and I attended the Foyle film festival in the which we were hearing from directors, writers and producers. Martin Gooch and Debs Paterson were there and also Jon S Baird. It was a very informational and interesting day.

Master class

On Tuesday the 23rd of February we visited the nerve centre and attended a masterclass with Kevin Jackson. It was a brilliant experience in which we learned a lot about the film industry.

Know about job roles in the television and film industries :

Management :

Management jobs is getting all the people in that team to work together and achieve all their goals to a high and professional standard. Jobs that fall under the management would include accounts (Production counting) catering, transport manager, production officer, casting crew and location manager. Being in a management job in the media industry it is essential that you have great communication skills and that you are able to motivate the people you work with.

MANAGEMENT JOB – PRODUCTION MANAGER

https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/6308673/production-manager/

The Communications team at IIED is seeking a communications professional with significant experience of managing a wide range of production processes. The purpose of the Production Manager’s role is to lead on and manage 3 areas: production and scheduling (print focus, with online elements); all design and production issues related to the management and development of the IIED brand; building capacity within IIED on areas of expertise.

IIED is a policy and action research organisation promoting sustainable development and linking local priorities to global challenges. We are based in London and work on five continents with some of the world’s most vulnerable people to strengthen their voice in the decision-making arenas that affect them.

The Communications team is a busy friendly team of 12. It provides a valuable service to colleagues across the institute and acts as a critical resource and centre of expertise.

The Production Manager’s key responsibilities include; managing the production of all printed materials produced by the Communications Team; devising cross-platform design briefs and developing new designs as required; ensuring all products follow IIED’s brand guidelines, working with internal colleagues and external suppliers; and managing IIED’s photo library.

To succeed in this role you will have a degree and significant experience of managing a wide range of production processes including: layout of publications using Adobe InDesign; proof reading and copy editing; working

with designers; and print and digital production. You will also have experience of using Microsoft Office programs, particularly in developing and using Word and PowerPoint templates, have knowledge of scheduling software, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, databases etc. and you will have a clear understanding of the standards and regulations set for the conduct and output of the role e.g. copyright issues. You will also be an excellent communicator with the confidence and ability to train and advise a diverse range of colleagues and external providers.

Recruiter

IIED

Location

London (Central), London (Greater)

Salary

£35,397-£38,974 per annum

Posted

28 Apr 2016

Closes

25 May 2016

Industry

Charities, Environment,Media

Job Level

Graduate

Hours

Full Time

Contract

Permanent

Listing Type

Job vacancy

Education Level

Undergraduate degree (or equivalent)

Creative :

The creative jobs of the media industry are very important as they help set the scene of any set. The people who have this job have the task of deciding how the media is portrayed, they also help portray how a genre is portrayed to the audience. A few jobs in the creative sector would be the director, hair and make-up team, casting directors, script editors/writers and music composers. All these jobs are very important for example without the hair and make-up team the effects would not be as good for example if someone was in a fight in a movie the team would then use their skills to portray the effect the fight had on that person. They are critical to the media industry.

CREATIVE JOB – PAGE DESIGNER

http://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/page-designer-part-time/29482222#/jobs/media-digital-creative/graphic-design

We are recruiting a talented Page Designer to join our editorial production department in Norwich working on our award-winning newspaper titles covering the UK.

The successful candidate will be adept working with InDesign and Photoshop, have a good design eye, proven flair and be able to use images and graphics creatively.

Experience of working within a production environment and to tight deadlines would be advantageous. The successful candidate will operate as part of a team of designers and will need a good team working ethic, but will also be able to organise and work effectively on their own.

Good communication skills are essential as the role involves interaction with many editorial departments across all Archant centres.

In return we offer a salary of £19,000pa pro rata and benefits including 5 weeks annual leave, contributory pension and life assurance scheme (after

qualifying period) and a wide range of voluntary benefits including cycle scheme, childcare vouchers and Archant Gold, charity matched funding.

The closing date for completed application forms is Friday 13th May 2016.

Required Skills :

Communication skills

Media

Product Design

Design

Location

Norwich , Norfolk

Salary

£19,000

Hours

Part - time

Contract

Permanent

Editorial :

Editing jobs is the process of selecting and preparing written, visual, audible and film medium used to convey information through the process of creation, condensation, organization and other modifications on various types of media. A few examples of jobs in this area would be editing and production overview, editor, post production supervisor and assistant editor.

Technical :

Technical jobs are when a person is responsible for making sure that all the equipment and technology is working around the set. This is a very important job in the media industry and without people doing these jobs a set would not be able to function. To do well in this job you need to have good time

management skills as projects usually have a strict deadline. If the lighting or cameras were to break then they would be in charge of fixing them as soon as possible. A few of the jobs would be web developer, technical producer, lighting director and camera operator.

TECHNICAL JOB – CAMERA OPERATOR

http://jobview.monster.co.uk/Camera-Operator-Job-Uxbridge-London-UK-165846812.aspx?WT.mc_n=olm_sk_feed_indeed_UK

Assembling, preparing and setting up equipment prior to filming, which may includetripods, monitors, lighting, cables and leads, and headphones

Planning shots to avoid multiple takes Practising the camera moves required for pre-arranged shots Finding solutions to technical or other practical problems Being prepared to innovate and experiment with ideas Working quickly, and efficiently Keeping up to date with filming methods and equipment Liaising with lighting and technical staff Creatively framing and capturing action Finding solutions to technical or other practical problems (for an outside

broadcast, for example, the natural light conditions need to be taken into account when setting up shots)

Being prepared to innovate and experiment with ideas

Key Skills and Experience Required

A good sense of visual composition, perspective and movement Ability to collaborate, and to work as part of a team Ability to carry out instructions with great accuracy and attention to

detail Ability to frame and compose shots and perform camera moves with

precision andspeed In-depth knowledge of the principles of camera work Knowledge of the relevant electronics Excellent communication, interpersonal and diplomatic skills

Good colour vision, and excellent hand-to-eye co-ordination Physical stamina for working long hours and moving heavy equipment Knowledge of the requirements of the relevant Health and Safety

legislation andprocedures Responding quickly to directions.

Salary: Competitive

You will receive Bupa Health and Dental Insurance, following successful completion of the

probation period.

Thank you for your interest in Alaraby TV Network. We welcome your application and wish you

all the best in your job search. All applications to Alaraby TV will be considered against

the job specification. Should you be successful we will contact you as soon as possible. If

you are unsuccessful we may not contact you, however will keep your information on file for

6 months and contact you if we feel that you are suitable for future job roles. Thank you

very much.

Location: Uxbridge , London

Status: Full Time / Permanent

Salary: Competitive

Relevant Work Experience: 1+ years

Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)

Education Level: Secondary School or equivalent

Research :

Research jobs can very simply be defined as the search of knowledge or and investigation. The purpose of this is to find out things that may have not been knowing before, for example a location manager would have to research the location they are looking to use. Each of the following have to use research in their jobs, Locations manager, Music composer, Transport manager, Catering crew and casting director.

Financial :

Financial jobs are those that require the person to generate revenue for the industry they work for. They manage how the budget for that project is spent and make sure it is spent correctly. Financial jobs may include, Producer, Financial controller and production accountant.

Organisational :

Organisational jobs require individuals to have the ability to manage the people who they work with. They are in charge of making sure everyone has a job and that they are doing it correctly and also that everyone meets their deadlines to finish that job. The different job roles for this job would be transport managers, location managers and casting directors.

Administrative :

Administrative jobs can be defined as the process of organising people and resources efficiently within the production, this helps the people doing other jobs achieve the goals and objectives they have set. Some jobs that would fall under administrative would be paperwork within the company, accounts, casting, health and safety and locations.

Working Patterns

Shift work :

Shift work means when the work day is divided into 'shifts'. Its set times for when a person is working. Shift work can include work schedules in which employees change or rotate shifts.

Fixed term :

A fixed term contract is when an employer or a company only hires someone on a temporary bases. An example of this would b someone who is hired to work over the holiday season or a busy period for that company.

Office hours :

Office hours means the amount of time you work during a usual business day, the typical hours 9am to 5pm. Employees work throughout the day apart from lunch and are paid monthly or fortnightly.

Freelance :

Freelance is a term used when someone is self employed and is not necessarily committed to a certain employer long term. Freelancers are sometimes represented but a company or agency. Other freelancers work independently or use websites to find work.

Irregular pattern :

Irregular pattern means a couple of things it can mean when someone works non consistent hours or only works when they are required, these are known as zero hour contracts. Another meaning is has is to be working overtime or unsociable hours, for example working unsociable hours in the media industry is very common. People usually get paid more for irregular shift patterns and this is an incentive for them to do so.

Hourly work :

Hourly rates means the wage or amount of money an employer agrees to pay you per hour you work. This all depends on the company, what job you have applied for, your age and your gender. For example minimum wage for 16-17

year olds is £3.79 - £3.87 but over the age of 20 the minimum wage is £6.50 - £6.70.

Piece work :

Piece work is also known as output work, it means the number of things they make or tasks they complete. Piece workers must be paid either the minimum wage or on the basis of fair rate. It can only be used in limited situations when the employer doesn’t know which hours the employee has worked for example people who work from home.

Understand contractual, legal and ethical obligations in the television and film industries

Contracts; types of contracts :

Confidentiality :

Confidentiality contracts simply mean that the employer is making sure that anything the employee witnesses or does for work remains secret. These are most common in television and film industries, for example if the producer was to hire someone to work on set they would sign a confidentiality contract so that they could not talk to anyone outside of the set about the television program or film.

Exclusivity :

Exclusivity contracts would be similar to confidentiality contracts, they follow the same rules. An example of this would be if someone wrote a book and another person wanted to make a film about the book then they would have to buy the rights for the book. Also actors have to sign this contract that bounds them to the film for a certain amount of time and only under special circumstances can the contract be broken.

Employment Legislation;

Health and Safety :

Health and safety is given to all employees to ensure their well being and to make sure they don’t get hurt on the job. The health and safety act of 1974 is the primary piece of legislation covering occupational health and safety in the UK. If a person feels that the workplace is an unsafe environment to work in then they will not sign the contract.

Equal opportunities :

Equal opportunities means that’s you cannot discriminate against someone for a job because of their age, gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. An example of this would be if a young person applied for a job in which they were going to be managing people older than them you cannot refuse them the job on this fact alone.

Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 :

The employment equality age regulations of 2006 means that it is illegal to discriminate against, harass or victimize an employee because of their age. This happens when an employer treats one employee unlawfully because of their age but treats another employee with respect as they have a different age.

Employers liability :

Employers Liability is similar to health and safety only it is more directed at letting a younger employee (usually under 18) know the risks of working their and coming up with a risk assessment. Employers need to do this for many legal reasons so as they do not get sued if an employee was to get hurt then the employer would be covered.

Employees rights :

Employee rights refer back to health and safety and employers liability. Employees have the rights to have a break and nourishment. Also if they fall ill a company cannot fire them because of this reason alone as it is something that they cannot control. It is also just to make sure that all employees are treated with dignity and respect.

Belonging to a trade union :

Belonging to a trade union in the workplace means simply that a group of employees discuss any concerns they might have. It is also a good way to regulate relations between employees and employers.

Intellectual Property;

Copyright :

Copyright is a legal right created by the law of a country that grants the creator of an original work exclusive rights for its use and distribution. This is usually only for a limited time. The exclusive rights are not absolute but limited bylimitations and exceptions to copyright law, including fair use. A major limitation on copyright is that copyright protects only the original expression of ideas, and not the underlying ideas themselves. An example of copyright would be if a person was to right a script and have it copyrighted then if another person were to use that script for their own gain then they would be breaking the law of copyright.

Trademarks :

A trademark is a word, words, or symbol that is legally registered or established by a certain company. An example of a trademark would be a companies logo or slogan.

Passing off :

In common law countries such as England, Australia and New Zealand, passing off is a common law tort which can be used to enforce unregistered trade markrights. The tort of passing off protects the goodwill of a trader from a misrepresentation. The law of passing off prevents one trader from misrepresenting goods or services as being the goods and services of another, and also prevents a trader from holding out his or her goods or services as having some association or connection with another when this is not true.

Ethical;

Codes of practice :

Codes of practice exists usually to protect the consumer or the citizen and have a powerful role in television and film. This simply means it is written guidelines issued by an official body or a professional association to help its members comply with its ethical standards.

Policies and procedures :

Policies and procedures are there to influence and determine all major decisions and actions taken in the workplace , policies and procedures ensure that a point of view held by the governing body of an organization is translated into steps that result in an outcome compatible with that view.

Emerging social concerns and expectations :

Emerging social concerns and expectations is how a production company will deal with difference social issues such as race, religion, appearance, mental illness, disability, sexual exploitation and so on. BBC make a lot of documentaries on these topics.

Representations :

Representation means the way people , places and events are represented in the media. If a company is represented badly then it is unlikely to have very good business. It is all to do with the audiences opinions on certain topics being easily manipulated.

Legal ;

The Race Relations Act 1976 (and amendments) :

An Act to make fresh provision with respect to discrimination on racial grounds and relations between people of different racial groups, The Race Relations Act 1976 was established by the Parliament of the United Kingdom to prevent discrimination on the grounds of race. Items that are covered include

discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin in the fields of employment, the provision of goods and services, education and public functions.

The Broadcasting Act 1990 and 1996 :

The aim of The Broadcasting Act of 1990 & 1996 was to reform the entire structure of British broadcasting, television in particular. The act came about after the finding from the Peacock Committee. The act directly led to the abolition of the Independent Broadcasting Authority and its replacement with the Independent Television Commission and Radio Authority (which were both replaced by Ofcom).

The Obscene Publications Act 1959 and 1964 :

This law is there to protect vulnerable people from seeing, hearing or reading harmful content that is unsuitable to be published. This may include the torture of a person.

British Board of Film Classification (BBFC):

The British Board of Film Classification is an independent, non-governmental body which has classified cinema films since it was set up in 1912 and videos/ DVDs since the Video Recordings Act was passed in 1984.

Ofcom :

Ofcom is the UK's communications regulator. They regulate the TV and radio sectors, fixed line telecoms and mobiles, plus the airwaves over which wireless devices operate.

Be able to prepare personal career development material :

Methods of recruitment

National Press :

National press is when a company advertises their job vacancies into the newspaper or other forms of trade press.

Internet :

Internet is becoming more and more popular for companies to advertise their jobs on. It is simply advertised on the internet and you can then apply by sending the company you cv.

Word of mouth :

Word of mouth is exactly what it sounds like, you would find out about a job vacancy by someone else telling you about it.

Personal Contacts :

This is when you have a connection in the job company you would like to work for and when a job vacancy becomes available that person with the connection to the company will let the other person know.

Internal Promotion :

This is when an employee gets promoted to a higher job level within the company and no advertising is necessary.

Trade Fairs :

This is when a group of companies create stalls in which people then go around looking at what these companies do and example of this would have been our class attending the jobs breakfast which you can see at the top of the essay.

References :

Websites

www.ucas.ac.uk

www.jobs.ac.uk

www.worksmart.org.uk

Www.bbc.co.uk— the BBC's online resources for television, radio and film

www.bfi.org.uk — website of the British Film Industry

www.broadcastnow.co.uk — daily broadcast, production and radio news, plus jobs

And TV ratings and analysis

www.shootingpeople.org/account/auth.php — a film makers’ network site with

Information about jobs and resources

www.skillset.org.uk — website of Skillset, the Sector Skills Council for the audiovisual

Industries

Www.ukfilmcouncil.org.uk — website of the British Film Council