Unit 8 – Personal Project and Presentation

Student Name: Alix CozensStudent Number: 40058405

Unit 8 – Personal Project and Presentation

Audition Piece

Input your answers into the text boxes below each question. Save this document into your college account and continue to save your work as you fill out the booklet.

1.1 Use research to identify progression routes. What production job would you like to aspire to have? E.g. LX, Sound, Stage Management

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Set design and stage management

What training and / or experience would you need to do this job? Answer this question in detail.

To be a set designer I will need:To have knowledge of the fine arts, design skills and knowledge, to be thorough and pay attention to detail, the ability to use your initiative, the ability to work well with others, the ability to come up with new ways of doing things, the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure, excellent verbal communication skills, being able to use a computer, suggest the style and tone of the whole production create mood and atmosphere, give clues as to the specific time and place of the action, offer creative possibilities for the movement and grouping of the actors.

Grades needed for the job: 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) for a level 3 course, or 1 or 2 A levels for a higher national diploma, 2 to 3 A levels for a degree.You can go to university and college to pursue fine art, interior design, 3D design, theatre design to follow with a relevant course.

To be part of stage-management:The stage management is responsible for the management of each evening's performance. They ensure that the production continues to run with all aspects of it kept as directed and designed, A stage manager must have the temperament and ability to get along with people in both the artistic and technical sides of theatre, and to understand what they do.

Like most roles in the industry, working hours are about as flexible as can be depending on the projects you are undertaking and the stage that your productions are at.Working hours can be extremely long, however, and will almost certainly involve weekend and evening work when deadlines for production dates are looming.

The majority of a set designer’s training would come on the job, learning from those who have lots of experience and doing their best to emulate the leading figures whilst adding an innovative twist.As your career progresses, you would build up your portfolio with your past experiences and build your reputation through the industry and your contacts within it.

Research two specific training courses that would help you get the career you would like.

You may find some of the following websites a useful place to start your research –

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https://www.rada.ac.uk/courses/short-courses/summer/summer-production-and-design/lighting-design-for-the-theatre/course-overview

Sound - https://www.mountview.org.uk/courses/course/fda-theatre-production-arts-sound/

https://www.cssd.ac.uk/course/theatre-sound-ba

Stage - https://www.backstage-academy.co.uk/degree-courses/stage-management-3/

https://www.gsmd.ac.uk/technical_theatre/programmes/ba_hons_technical_theatre_arts/stage_management_pathway/

******Complete the information asked for in the next two boxes.

Training Course One

From 15 July 2019

Scenic Construction for Theatre: an IntroductionA beginners course aimed at those with an interest in learning practical construction skills in carpentry and metalwork...

Theatre production5 daysWeekdaysNo audition/selection

Training Course Two

Level 3 technical theatre Kendal college follow on from the level 2 course. Cost of course: 3000 Theatre productions and shows 5 days Weekdays

1.2 Use knowledge and understanding of progression routes to make appropriate applications.

Write an application cover letter for this job advert -

Auditions

Date posted: Friday 8th January 2018

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Employer: Explosive Productions Ltd

We are recruiting for theatre technicians to be part of our fantastic high energy production shows currently being performed at various locations across the UK and on board luxury cruise liners around the world.

THEATRE TECHNICIANS You must be experienced in at least one area from Lighting, Sound or Stage Management, a good work ethic, an outgoing fun personality and a professional attitude is essential.

You will need to produce a portfolio to support your application.

We will be holding interviews at Pineapple Studios, London Thursday 17th March.

To apply initially send your current CV, and covering letter to….

alix cozens cv.docx

letter to exposion ltd.docx

sid@explos.iveproductionsltd.co.uk 

For further details please call our Hotline on 01238 817742 or visit www.explosiveproductionsltd.co.uk

Insert your finish cover letter in the box below. Make sure your work has been proof read and that you have corrected any spelling and grammar mistakes.

letter to exposion ltd.docx

Dear Explosive Productions Ltd,

I’m writing regarding the auditions advert that was put up recently, I’ve been in the industry for a few years now and I’m experience in the ways of stage management and design.I’ve done 2 productions (Elements, Brokenville). I also have some experience in the lighting department and general technician elements of the job.I have a good working ethnic and am very hard working when my mind is set on an idea. Although I am a perfectionist I do get the job done in a good time scale. I am very imaginative and feel like I would be of help to your team and we would work well

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together.I’ve heard great things about your productions over the years and I hope you consider a long partnership in the future.I have attached my cv to this letter in the hope that you may consider and I look forward to meeting you in person on the 17th of march 2019, in London.

\\Ceto\StudentDocuments$\Intake 2018\cozensa18\Documents\alix cozens cv.docxYours faithfully

Alix Cozens.

In the box below list 5 bits of information that you need to include on your CV. Use the following websites to help you research your answers -

http://sightlines.usitt.org/archive/v46/n10/stories/Resume.html

http://work.chron.com/make-technical-theater-resume-22152.html

The résumé is the primary document that represents the job seeker. It may be the introductory document sent ahead before a physical interview.

Qualifications are the skills that you have gained from practical theatre experience. Examples might be costuming, set design, sound, lighting, props and rigging.

It was once common to list references on your resume, though it is not necessary on technical theatre resume. Most theatre employers will use the supervisors listed in your credits in place of traditional references.

Theatrical credits are your work history. This is a columned list of productions you have worked on, complete with the name of the production, your supervisor, your position, the year the production was staged and the name of the theatre company.

Technical theatre resumes have a clean, columned layout that is easy to read and is generally limited to one page.

Now write your own C.V. In addition, insert it into the box below

Make sure your work has been proof read and that you have corrected any spelling and grammar mistakes.

alix cozens cv.docx

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3.1 Reflection of your studies You have now completed seven units, where you have learnt a diverse range of skills and challenging yourselves to develop these. Answer the three questions in the box below. Question 1: Analyse and evaluate you own progress on the course so far.

What are your areas of strength? How have they developed while you have been at college?

Question 2: Identify opportunities for areas to improve on.

What areas could you/would you like to improve on? Why?

Question 3: Progression

At this point in the course, what do you see yourself doing in the future and where?

My areas of strength is set design and construction and I feel I have been able to express that while being here at Kendal and show it through productions and showcases.

I would like to improve on my confidence and being strict as a production manager or set manager and have a good and impressive fmp as I feel I have more potential in this field.

I see myself nowhere at the minute and maybe after level 3 I will update you but for now I’m focusing on my fmp for a distinction.

When this workbook is complete, print it out and hand it in to Beverley on reception. Also link it onto your blog.

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