Training opportunity - film media technicians

The following is taken from the project press release:

The Film and Media Technician New Entrant Scheme opens for applications

Applications are now open for The Film and Media Technician New Entrant Scheme – a 12-month training and work placement programme. This national scheme provides a unique opportunity for 10 successful applicants to gain the knowledge and skills required to establish a career in the technical areas of film and television media libraries. Available for new starters in the industry, it is delivered by FOCAL International, Film London, and the Hertfordshire Skillset Academy,

A fantastic opportunity for those with an ambition to be a technician in TV/film libraries this scheme provides on-the-job training with two 10 week placements at two industry employers across the UK. Additionally, each trainee is allocated an experienced mentor from the archive sector to offer support and guidance throughout the 12 months. The structured programme involves practical workshops, hands-on technical assignments and will train individuals in the audio visual industry, media archives, the role of media asset management and technical developments in the sector.

Potential applicants must be over 18 and new entrants to the industry and demonstrate a commitment to working in the film archive and library sector. Applications are now available at www.filmlondon.org.uk/filmandmediatechnician, the deadline is Friday 30 October 2009.