This course will provide you with the opportunity to explore, develop and test your creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating, demanding and supportive. It will offer you an excellent opportunity to develop all-round and transferable skills in all aspect of the make-up industry.
You will explore SFX, Prosthetics, Stage Make-Up and Hair, Period Make-Up and Hair, Body Art, Fashion and Fantasy. Alongside these specialisms you will also work on both small and large scale productions throughout the year, such as musicals and plays to design and realise the make-up and hair designs.
This will support your experience and expertise when planning and executing your Final Major Project, where you take on ownership and responsibility of managing the success of a collaborative performance.
This course is fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds.
The Level 3 in Creative Media Production is a nationally recognised qualification which has been designed to provide a highly specialist work-related programme of study. The Entry Level 3 programme gives you the knowledge, understanding and skills that are needed to prepare for employment within a general or in a particular Media sector.
The qualification is a workshop and studies based, hands-on course that can include print and film through varied set and negotiated projects and fundamentally to further develop your creative thinking and individuality.
Known to be extremely competitive, you'll need more than genuine talent to break into a career in the performing arts. Whether you want to be performer, music producer, stage manager, lighting designer, theatrical make-up artist or backstage technician, our courses will develop your confidence and technical know-how. Each pathway is delivered by professionals who will guide you into work, an apprenticeship or higher education - helping you to achieve your career goals within the creative and cultural industries.
Why work in Performing or Production Arts?
The creative industries are growing faster than any other sector in the UK - working in this industry offers many challenges and rewards. You can expect:
To spend time mastering your craft
A higher than average likelihood of being self-employed or freelance
To benefit from great financial rewards when working in the creative industries once you have built your reputation and expertise
Working environments that range from offices and art/design/film/photography studios to theatres, museums and music venue
The chance to travel nationally and internationally depending on the role
All our courses have been designed to meet the needs employers. They provide the opportunity for you to progress into Higher Education and/or training – as well as moving straight into a job if desired.
