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Seminars
These seminars will provide information on different areas of work within the media industries and each will be led by a team of industry professionals. A list of the speakers in each session will be available on the day.
Breaking into Broadcasting TOP During these sessions, recruitment and training specialists from a range of Broadcasters will pass on their tips on how to make it in the industry. The panel will explain how you can get work experience within their organisations and why this will help you. What does a Researcher really do? TOP Researchers from a range of broadcasting organisations will talk about this often misunderstood area. Thinking of becoming a Broadcast Journalist? TOP A panel of Broadcast Journalists from both local and regional areas will share their experiences and give advice on choosing the appropriate courses, or gaining the right kind of experience. Working in an Independent Production Company TOP Many people start their media career with an 'indie' and this sector increasingly provides output for all the leading national media organisations. It is worth finding out more about how to get 'good' work experience from these companies and to make sure you are not exploited in the process. So you want to be a Presenter? TOP You will have the opportunity to hear from a panel of Presenters from TV and Radio about how to succeed in the highly competitive area of presenting. A range of presenters with different presenting styles will be able to share their experiences with you. Breaking into Film TOP Are you a budding Spike Lee? Have you already had a go at making your own short film? If this is your dream career, come and quiz our filmmakers and film trainers about how to make your dreams come true? What about a career in Radio? TOP Whether you are considering commercial radio or the BBC, local radio or national, or perhaps a role as Presenter, Producer or Newsreader, our experienced panellists will answer all your questions. Working in Newspapers TOP Representatives from both local and national newspapers will talk about what it's like to work in the manic world of newspaper publishing. Breaking into Broadcasting TOP During these sessions, recruitment and training specialists from the BBC and ….will pass on their tips on how to make it in the industry. The panel will highlight the importance of 'self-marketing' and why it is important to learn how to 'sell yourself'. Working in Interactive Media TOP Interactive media has grown rapidly and bought with it a whole host of career opportunities. We will introduce you to the world of online journalism, digital TV and much more. Thinking of becoming a Print Journalist? TOP A panel of Print Journalists, from both local and regional areas, will share their experiences and give advice on choosing the appropriate courses and gaining the right kind of experience. Choosing the Right Course TOP Worried about what course to do? Thinking about doing Media Studies? Concerned about the need to do more study? Considering a journalism course? A senior manager from BBC Recruitment will explore the myths and realities surrounding choosing the right course for a career in media. Getting into Animation TOP Experts from the world of Animation will be available to answer your questions about how to get into this creative area. Technical jobs in Broadcasting TOP Cameras, sound, lighting, vision mixing, post production - these are just a few of the jobs that make up the technical side of broadcasting. Come along and find out about the opportunities that lie behind the scenes. So you want to work with Music ? TOP A panel of experts from the Music Industry will tell you how they followed their passions, and how you can do the same. Scriptwriting TOP Have you got a flair for creative writing? Our panellists will explain how your ideas can become real pieces of drama for TV/Radio and will introduce you to the help that exists to enable young writers to showcase their work. Working in Costume, Make Up and Design TOP Why do all Newsreaders look immaculate? Who designs the sets for Game Shows, and who chooses the costume for period dramas or soaps? We've got a panel of talented practitioners from these areas to come and answer your questions. The Media Careers Information Day (Glasgow) is a highly successful event, now entering its 2nd year. It is organised by a partnership of leading media companies, in collaboration with Scottish Universities:
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