Report

BTEC First Diploma

Name: Andrea Ditch

Date: 26th . 02 . 2010





Media industry report sheet



1. Make a list of as many Media industry areas that you can think of

Moving Images: T.v, film, internet, Video Games, Animation

Audio: Radio Talking books and guides sound for interactive, Music

Print: Newspapers, Magazines, posters, flyers,

Interactive Media: Websites, Video games, CD ROMS,

Advertising and Marketing: Print, T.V; Radio, Film, flyers, posters,












2. From the list above choose three possible Media industries that you may wish to pursue when leaving college



1. Film



2. Radio



3. T.V.



3. You now need to gather some research into the three industries that you may be interested in pursuing after college.

You will need to produce information on the following subjects and print it for your folder (industry section)



· What are the major commercial companies in each Industry? (print copies for your folder)



· What types of jobs can you apply for and where could these jobs possibly lead?

i.e. Film (runner) to Film (Camera Person) to Film (Producer) to Film (Director)



· What type of skills would you need, to apply for a job in each of your chosen industries?



· Can you find a job or some work experience that is related to your industry of choice? (print a copy for your folder)





4. Write up your notes into three mini reports (min 150 words). Each report should contain details of the following.



· Historical Origins and developments within the industry



· Key companies or industry leaders (a range of examples)



· How individuals can get into the industry, i.e. Qualifications needed etc.



· Your own interest and evaluation of your chosen industry