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Creative PlatformsFINAL SESSION
In this session
•What has been covered
•Essential information - what to hand-in & EXAMPLES
Module Blog•http://creative-platforms.tumblr.com/
Regular updates
•sessions uploaded
•handbook / presentation sheet / checklist etc
•examples of student work
•Moodle duplication of blog content
We have covered•Week 1 - Introduction to Unit / Assessment /
Marking
• To enable students to present a coherent account of their professional work and experience enabling them to demonstrate their skills to prospective employers or other educational establishments.
• Students individually will produce a CV and Showreel/Business Card in an agreed, pitched and appropriate format to highly professional standards.They will also be required to back up working processes in an accompanying journal.
We have covered•Session 1 - Introduction to Unit / Assessment /
Marking
•Marked on : 100% Coursework
• Artefact 70% - Showreel/Working Journal Individual students will produce a portfolio of work in an appropriate medium.
• Artefact 30% CV/Business Card/Working Journal Individual students will PRODUCE an industry pitched CV and Business Card intended for their career path after graduation.
on blog
We have covered•Session 2 - SHOWREELS - WHY & WRITING A CV FOR THE CREATIVE
INDUSTRY
•This is used for the best representation of your capabilities to a potential employer/client.Can take many forms - DVD/Website/Printed/Packaging/Quality over QuantityIMPORTANT to Research your industry - what are skills to they want to see demonstrated?
We have covered•Session 2 - Cv’s, SkillSet and What an Employer is
Looking For?
Based on your industry research CV needs to be pitched and playing to your strengths.Keep it 2 pages MAX / name, contact details/profile/relevant experience/skillset/education/employment/interests/full references/footnote with name etc
We have covered•Session 2 - CV Examples and Blogs
•Shown a range of CV’s that were pitched and well designed.
•Creation of Blogs - regular progress and processes MUST be shown.
•Remember to be inventive and unique with how you display (video’s screen shots)
•Have lots of examples of research and create Vimeo, You Tube, Flickr accounts
We have covered•Session 4 - GETTING ONLINE | SOCIAL MEDIA | SAVVY
• Importance of getting your work online
•Using social media to gain exposure and feedback
•Being savvy with technology in your area and utilising this with your work / exposure
•Session 5 - SHOWREEL EXAMPLES
• Various examples from past students and current students/other educational establishments global
We have coveredGuest Lectures
•Emma Boswell - Helicopter Girls - Drone filming
•Graphic Design House - print / digital
•SI Digital - Web Design
•Matt Dunkinson - documentary / video / photo
http://creative-platforms.tumblr.com/guestlectures
We have coveredPresentations of work to date for
feedback
Creative Platforms Presentation of Progress
You will need to demonstrate your progress on this module and show examples of how this has been achieved through industry research, processes and production of content.
The presentation can take the form of:1. A Video Screen Recording - using software like QuickTime, Camtasia etc. Record your
work online - via your blog, videos, animations, sound, software, research . . 2. Powerpoint or Apple Keynote3. Prezi
To be available on your blogs by 12th Feb 2016
Need to demonstrate evidence of the following:
Discuss and outline the industry you wish to work inBE SPECIFIC ABOUT INDUSTRY / ROLES / JOB PROFILE EXAMPLES / SKILLS SET NEEDED
SHOWREEL / CV/ BUSINESS CARD PRODUCTION Describe the processes of conception, design and production, including journal keeping (online blog) INITIAL IDEAS - SKETCHES, STORYBOARDS ETC, SCREENGRABS USING SOFTWARE, HARDWARE / PROVIDE WEB ADDRESS OF YOUR BLOG AND EXAMPLES OF HOW YOU HAVE USED IT - SCREENSHOTS. WEBSITE DESIGN & PRODUCTION.
Please evaluate the strengths & weaknesses of your workWHAT IS YOUR STRONGEST SKILL SET AND PROVIDE EXAMPLES / YOUR WEAKEST
Provide evidence of researchRESEARCH OF SHOWREELS IN YOUR INDUSTRY / BUSINESS CARDS AND CV’S / SKILL SET NEEDED
What work needs to be done to complete your showreel/CV/Business Cards?TRY TO BE AS SPECIFIC AS POSSIBLE - EVEN PROVIDE A TIME SHEET OR ACTION PLAN.
either Maximum of 15 slides if Powerpoint, Keynote or Prezi or Maximum 20 Min video.
Please email me by 3pm on 12th Feb 2016 with a link to your presentation.
see the blog for session notes from 11th Jan with examples of presentations from last year.
We have covered
ChecklistCREATIVE PLATFORMS - CHECKLIST
ACTION DONE YET TO DO
TO PUT IN BLOGTO PUT IN BLOGTO PUT IN BLOG
In-depth research of industry - job prospects / roles / skills needed etc
Samples of your work
Evidence of feedback from industry - try to get contacts
Skills and Strengths
Development of work - CV
Screengrabs - video and or stills of work in progress
SWOT Analysis
Development of work - Business Cards
Development of work - Showreels - website / video / print (whatever your industry wants to see)
Idea Production and Processes for all elements
Sketches and Concepts
Mock-Ups
Evidence of Testing
Consistent appearance with all elements
Professional presentation of work
Software Analysis
Blog - Regular updating
We have coveredSuggested CV Format and Content
Suggested Format for CV
Name / Contact Details / Date of Birth / Driving Status (TV/FILM) / Website url. Website and Email the sameProfile/Statement - positive, concise mention industry experienceUse bold to make priority words stand outRelevant Industry Experience - list credits, company etcSkill Set - Most relevant firstEducation EmploymentInterests & AchievementsReferences X 2 - 1 Industry and 1 Academic
Name / Tel / Email as footnote bottom of each page
Font and Layout is importantHold it away from you does it balance well? Important parts stand out?Does it photocopy well?Check spelling, grammar do not reply on spellcheckRelevant info given priorityMax 2 pages - ideally 1Design layout on paper first - look for inspiration and make it industry pitchedMS Word is fine BUT greater control in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator.Turn into PDF to send via email.Use good quality paper for printed version.
Example column layoutExample printed portfolio/CV combined
We have covered
RECAP SESSION
Finishing off work
•Go through checklist & CV Format/Content
•Update blog
•Test your showreels - feedback from industry
•Quality control
•Consistent elements
examples of current student work
http://matildazeldadray.tumblr.com/
http://marycohenportfolio.tumblr.com/
http://charlieoconnorcreativeplatforms.tumblr.com/
What to Hand-In?•Think of the presentation - quality paper used
for CV / Business Cards
•Packing of showreel - dvd cover / dvd face cover / if website then obviously this would be on business card to advertise
•The office might staple through your work so remember an envelope / box to avoid this
•A4 sheet of paper - landscape with your blog address added.
What to Hand-In?•You do not have to print out your blog pages
just the url - cut and paste onto an A4 sheet of paper.
•print room in Anglesea Building can print a design onto a cd/dvd if needed
•Allow time for cards to arrive - 7-10 days
Important to:
Be Consistent with look & feel in all elements - including social media, film titles, website design - CV, Business Cards
Email same as website url
check and double check this & typo’s, grammar etc
Go through marking sheet in handbook http://creative-platforms.tumblr.com/handouts
CREATIVE PLATFORMS MARKING CRITERIANAME/ID
100% COURSEWORK High marks will be awarded for innovative overall design, production and presentation of the Showreel, CV and Business Card.
ARTEFACT(SHOWREEL) / SUPPORTING JOURNAL 70%Structure: Are the artefacts logical and relevant to the intended audience and are they effectively ordered? Style: Is the content fluent, appropriate and free from repetition? Do the artefacts have a consistent and professional appearance? Self Awareness: Do the artefacts present your strengths effectively? Is evidence for these strengths presented through relevant examples? Quality of Presentation: Professional designed standard and pitched to the intended audience Journal Evidence - Does it reflect the working creative processes, key concerns, issues and solutions of the artefacts? Evidence of appropriate research for the intended audience?
CV / BUSINESS CARD 30%Structure: Are the artefacts logical and relevant to the intended audience and are they effectively ordered? Style: Is the content fluent, appropriate and free from repetition? Do the artefacts have a consistent and professional appearance? Self Awareness: Do the artefacts present your strengths effectively? Is evidence for these strengths presented through relevant examples? Quality of Presentation: Professional designed standard and pitched to the intended audience Journal Evidence - Does it reflect the working creative processes, key concerns, issues and solutions of the artefacts? Evidence of appropriate research for the intended audience?
Marker: Claire Sambrook Moderator: Rod Jeffcote MARK
examples of previous student work
go through http://creative-platforms.tumblr.com/
resources
http://benyaman-creative-platforms.tumblr.com/
http://jakeainsworthportfolio.tumblr.com/
Examples of work
Examples of work
Examples of work
Examples of work
Examples of work Important to be consistent
Examples of work
Needs to be consistent and have allavenues covered - online/offline
How you showcase your work is not just about the content on your website, cd/dvd - the whole package.
Presentation quality isimportant - be consistent.
Examples of work
IMPORTANT DATEHand-In Friday 13th May by 3pmCT Admin Office
I will NOT be available to see you after today due to marking period. I may be able to look through work via email but time is limited.
