- Actor (TV & Film) -
Average Salary Expected = N/A (Variable)
Typical Weekly Hours = 45 to 47
How to get into the job:
There are University courses, such as performance studies, contemporary theatre and performance. musical theatre and acting (as well as college courses, like Level 2 Technical Certificate in Performing Arts, Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performing Arts - Acting, A level in Drama and Theatre or a Level 4 Diploma in Speech and Drama), which can help give people the skills they need in order to apply and succeed in getting acting roles on Television and film, but they are not needed requirements to pass auditions for paying roles.
There are also focused private Drama schools which offer full-time courses, as well as short and summer ones as well, all of which require an audition in order to get into, These schools help develop the acting skills required to get auditions and succeed in getting potential roles in the future. In terms of applying for acting jobs though, the only way to get them is to apply for roles you find that you believe to be a good fit for, and then prove that, as well as your skill, to the casting directors of the project practically at an audition.
Typical Tasks Involved:
- liaise with actors' agents regarding new roles and opportunities
- prepare for and go to auditions
- research roles
- learn lines
- attend rehearsals, fittings for costumes
- support back stage activities (costume or prop management, etc)
- work as a voice over artist or extra
Skills and Knowledge Needed:
- knowledge of the fine arts, the English language, media production and communication
- ability to work well with others
- persistence and determination
- able to use initiative
- to enjoy working with other people
- flexible and open to change
- able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device
- Video Editor (Multiple Industries) -
Average Salary Expected = £18k to £45k (Starter to Experienced)
Typical Weekly Hours = 39 to 41 hours
How to get into the job:
In University, taking a foundation degree, higher national diploma, degree or postgraduate course in film and television studies, media production or film & media may help in earning the required knowledge and skills needed in order to fill a position of this type as a career. This being said however, these qualifications are not necessarily needed in order to achieve a job like this. The same goes for some college courses, such as a Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media Production or Level 4 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Creative Media Production.
In terms of getting into the job with an apprenticeship, opportunities like a Level 3 Broadcast production assistant apprenticeship and a Level 4 Post production technical operator apprenticeship exist, having entry requirements of five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, or equivalent, including English and Maths. For full time positions, technical skills and personal qualities for example creativity, patience and time management, as mentioned earlier, are valued and looked for more as opposed to qualifications. It is common to move into video editing in film or TV by starting off as a production runner and working your way up.
Typical Tasks Involved:
- agree a finished 'look' for final footage
- transfer film or video footage
- use editing software(s)
- keep a clear idea of the storyline
- create a 'rough cut'
- digitally improve picture quality
- create DVDs or format footage to view online
Skills and Knowledge Needed:
- be thorough and pay attention to detail
- knowledge of media production and communication
- able to work well with others, use initiative, accept criticism and work well under pressure
- knowledge of computer operating systems, hardware and software
- be flexible and open to change
- excellent verbal communication skills
- be able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently
- Assistant Music Producer (in Radio) -
Average Salary Expected = ~ £20k to ~ £71k (low-end to high-end)
Typical Weekly Hours = ~ 10am to midnight
How to get into the job:
Similar to many other jobs in the media industry, one of the best ways to find a career in this specific area of the industry is by applying for a smaller job in a company related to the role and working your way up towards it by promotions. Working at a radio station for this job in particular, doing small jobs like coffee runs for example, and working up to become a music producer assistant after working in the area for a long time and gaining trust there.
Typical Tasks Involved:
- Completes many essential administrative tasks to tight deadlines while maintaining highest editorial standards
- Set up a network radio studio for transmission
- ‘Build’ (puts together the shape) programmes for playout
- Gather and check facts and proof-reading scripts
- Provide essential support to the programme’s producer and presenters
- Liaise with talent and agents
- Create entertaining and engaging social media content
- Maintain excellent relationships with major clients, partners and colleagues
Skills and Knowledge Needed:
- Previous experience of working on music radio programmes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent attention to detail
- Practical understanding of a variety of social media platforms
- Good I.T. skills and the capacity to learn new software quickly
- Calm and focussed when under pressure
- Good at solving problems and adapting to changing situations
- Demonstrating good evidence of time management and organisation
- Social Media Manager (PR and Marketing) -
Average Salary Expected = £23k to £75k (Starter to Experienced)
Typical Weekly Hours = 38 to 40
How to get into the job:
Some employers looking for social media managers may expect those applying to have a degree in at least one relevant subject, like advertising, marketing & public relations, digital & social media marketing, internet design, journalism and/or business management. Apprenticeships in the job area exist, such as becoming a digital marketer advanced or degree apprenticeship or a digital community manager higher apprenticeship, as a way of getting into the higher job position slowly. Another common way of working up to that specific job position is by applying to lower jobs, such as being an assistant or digital content writer at a social media or marketing company and working your way up to a higher management position in the future.
Typical Tasks Involved:
- updating social media sites
- writing blogs, articles and posts
- responding to social media posts and developing discussions
- checking online for company mentions and customer feedback
- searching for interesting posts, news and articles to attract site visitors
- overseeing competitions and campaigns promoting your company
- taking part in conferences and group chat relevant to your industry or company
- educating other staff on social media use
- promoting social media use within your company
- developing strategies to increase your audience
- using: social media tools like Hootsuite, TweetDeck or Buffer to manage multiple sites + web tracking tools like Google Analytics, Social Report or Bitly
Skills and Knowledge Needed:
- Knowledge of: media production and communication, the English language
- to be thorough and pay attention to detail
- excellent verbal communication skills
- the ability to: sell products and services, work well with others, accept criticism and work well under pressure, use initiative
- able to use a computer and the main software packages competently
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