38 www.preston.ac.uk The media industry has experienced significant change over the last few years with more and more streaming services being introduced to the market. The industry is also reporting a skills shortage in production, editing, engine coders, animators, and 3D programmers. Likewise, the digital industry is an area that sees constant change and innovation. Latest industry developments including artificial intelligence, cloud computing, robotics, self driving cars and virtual reality. New T-Levels have been introduced in both the media and digital industries. Developed alongside employers, T-Levels are offering students who want to work in these areas the chance to develop their knowledge and technical skills alongside work experience. This combination of skills, knowledge and experience is ensuring that the future workforce is ready to bridge the skills shortage gaps. T-LEVEL DIGITAL PRODUCTION, DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT You will develop skills in digital production, design and development that will include analysing a problem to define requirements and acceptance criteria; designing, implementing, and testing software; changing, maintaining, and supporting software; creating solutions in a collaborative environment; and discovering, evaluating, and applying reliable sources of knowledge. MEDIA EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES • Executive Producer • Production Assistants • Production Buyer • Production Coordinator • Prop Master • Camera Operator MEDIA & IT T-LEVEL MEDIA, BROADCAST & PRODUCTION You will develop an understanding of a broad range of issues relevant to the sector, including: the creative economy; audience and consumer needs; legal and regulatory requirements; professional standards and conduct in the workplace; equality, diversity, and inclusion requirements; research skills; and project methodology and administration. FULL-TIME COURSES LEVEL COURSE LENGTH Creative Media Production 2 1 year Information & Creative Technology 2 1 year IT & Digital Media 1 1 year Digital Production, Design & Development T-Level Foundation 1 year Digital Production, Design & Development T-Level 2 years Media, Broadcast & Production T-Level Foundation 1 year Media, Broadcast & Production T-Level 2 years • Grip Video Editor • Production Runner • Media Production • Digital Imaging Technician • Computer Games Development • Video Editing IT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES • App Developer • Business Analysts, Architects & System Designers • E-Learning Developer • Multimedia Programmer • Computer Games Tester or Developer • Cyber Security • Digital Technician • Operations Technician • Programmer or Software Development Professional • Project or Programme Manager • VR Programmer • User Experience (UX) Designer • User Support Technician • Web Designer or Developer
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