2nd Draft of personmal statement

1. Personal Statement
I am passionate about media and it has always been an interest of mine. Ever since I was
young I have always been entranced by films and shows, and I always enjoyed them. I
immerse myself in film and TV, whilst appreciating the cinematic choices made by the
directors of these products. Studying Creative Media at college has further deepened my
interest in the mechanics of the industry and the wealth of opportunities there are in the
sector. I have gained videography, photography and editing skills in college, alongside
developing the wider skills necessary for the industry such as teamwork and time
management.
Over the last two years I have acquired skills in all stages of planning, production and post-
production. I devised a short advert centred around mental health and a short documentary
focusing on the impact of technology on different generations. For these projects I used a
Canon EOS DSLR camera, including a standard tripod for still shots. I also used a Takstar
microphone for any interview shots or shots where I needed clear audio. To edit these
projects I used Adobe Premiere Pro. Throughout producing these projects I have gained a
fundamental understanding of a wide range of aspects of producing media content and I am
keen to advance these skills in higher education and begin to specialise in directing.
I have had a lot of work experience, the most notable being my charity store volunteering as
part of my bronze Duke of Edinburgh award, which helped develop my resilience and
confidence. This experience has helped strengthen my teamwork and communication which
are pivotal in the media industry. I also worked at South Shields FC as a season ticket liaison
officer, which also helped me improve my communication and my confidence. This year I am
also embarking on a long-term industry placement which will help further my
cinematography and editing skills and enable me to work on live briefs and experience
working in the creative sector.
I have taken part in a wealth of extracurricular activities to widen my participation not only
in the media industry but also in my community. At school I led charity bake sales to raise
money for causes such as Children in Need and the Australian bush fires. At college I have
taken part in many external visits, including a seminar led by Lord David Puttnam, to
broaden my knowledge of the industry and potential future developments. I am also an
ambassador at college, which includes helping out at open events and enrolment events. Most
recently, I am a participant in the BFI Film Academy at Tyneside Cinema. This is also aiding
in developing media related skills alongside other skills.
My breadth of experience and digital media skills demonstrate that I am highly committed to
expanding my knowledge of the media and film industry and will be successful on your
course, rising to every opportunity that higher education will offer me.