YOUR OPTIONS
The film and media industries are highly competitive and finding your way into a career can seem like a daunting prospect. However, if you have something to offer within the industry, Skillset is here to ensure that nothing stands in your way.
There are many creative media courses recognised by Skillset, including degree courses and flexible short courses leading to postgraduate qualifications. To see them all, visit our courses database.
Skillset funds training, including through the new Skillset Craft and Technical Academy, that is available both to new industry trainees and to existing professionals looking to develop their skills.
We are currently funding a Film Craft and Technical Trainee Placement Scheme, where you can get paid whilst gaining experience on UK Film Productions. To find out whether you are eligible and how to apply, click here. This is part of the newly launched SIF-funded Skillset Craft and Technical Skills Academy, which will be offering qualifications and industry placements in the film craft and technical departments.
We also invest heavily in promoting regional and cultural diversity in the industry, so that whatever your background you have an equal chance of achieving your ambitions.
From personal advice and guidance to specific training, help with career progression or support through redundancy or other difficulties, Skillset has the framework in place to propel new trainees into rewarding careers and to safeguard the livelihoods of the existing workforce.
There are over 8,000 creative media courses recognised by Skillset, including degree courses and flexible short courses leading to postgraduate qualifications.
For more information about the way that Skillset can support you, and the courses and funding that may be available to you, simply visit our Careers area.
