Film and Television
Course: UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma (Equivalent to three A-Levels).
Length: Full-time, two year.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Step into the world of indie filmmaking. At ELAM, our Film and TV course gives you the skills, confidence and real world experience to become a multi-skilled filmmaker, capable of writing, shooting, directing, editing and delivering powerful screen content.
From music videos and short films to documentaries and digital content, you’ll take your ideas from concept to final cut. Working alongside industry professionals, you’ll learn the full production pipeline: camera and lighting, sound recording, editing, colour grading, story development, production planning, and more.
We don’t just teach you how to use equipment, we develop you as a creative. You’ll learn to pitch professionally, build treatments, collaborate across departments, and lead a set with purpose and personality. Soft skills, problem solving and communication are at the heart of our training, preparing you to thrive in fast paced creative environments.
Collaboration drives everything we do. You’ll team up with musicians and artists to produce original music videos, receive mentorship from industry experts, and pitch your ideas inside real production companies. By the end of the course, you’ll graduate with a portfolio of work, on-set experience and the technical ability to step straight into the industry or launch your own indie projects.
WHAT WILL I StUDY?
Year One: Develop your core filmmaking skills by creating a short film from concept to final cut, writing, storyboarding, directing, filming and editing. You’ll also produce music videos and photography portraits, building a strong foundation across compositions, and building your portfolio.
Year Two: Work on advanced projects including branded content and a documentary, pitching your ideas to industry mentors such as Ridley Scott Creative Group and Grain Media. You’ll form your own production company, and graduate with the skills and experience to step confidently into the creative industry.
Facilities & kit:
Green screen
Film studio
Live performance stage and gallery
Adobe license free for 2 years
Access to industry standard kit (that you can take home on weekends)
Cameras
BlackMagic Pocket 6k G2
BlackMagic URSA 4.6k
Canon 80D
Blackmagic Studio 4K Pro
Sony A7s III
Lighting
Aputure Softbox Lightdome
NANLite PavoTube
Amaran 200d, 200xs, 100x
Swit PL-E60 Panel Light
Monitoring & stabilisation
74 Inch Pro Video Tripod
Sachtler Ace flowtech tripod
DJI RS3 Pro Combo
Atomos Ninja V 4K monitor
portfolio building and extra-curricular
At ELAM, learning doesn’t stop in the studio. Our Film & TV trainees gain hands on experience through an incredible range of extra-curricular opportunities designed to build confidence, creativity and industry ready skills.
You’ll have the chance to write, develop and crew your own podcast, taking control of everything from concept to recording and post-production. You’ll also film live events and performances, learning the art of multi-camera directing, gallery operation and live production, perfect for developing your event and broadcast film skills.
Our students regularly film showcases, industry masterclasses and external events, gaining experience in real world workflows and professional set environments. You’ll take part in exclusive masterclasses with leading industry figures, our most recent session was with renowned producer Tim Bevan. As well as working on commissioned projects for external clients, giving you the opportunity to earn while you learn.
These experiences not only enhance your technical expertise but also help you build a professional network and a portfolio that truly stands out.
Where next? CAREER PATHWAYS
For the Film and Television course trainees will progress onto university to study a film/media production or theory degree, or to move straight into the industry using the practical skills they have developed over the duration of the course with a view of becoming an editor, camera operator, scriptwriter, director of photography, lighting technician, location scout, floor manager or many other opportunities.
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