Skills
Q2
--I have good time management this helps me with planning which means I rarely miss deadline.
--I can work by myself but I also like working in team, a key part in the team to have good listening skills and having patience.
--I have been doing photography for the 5 years ever since I have taken as a gcse I got better and better.
Achievements
I'm a current student in college doing Creative Media Level 3
new camera techniques, studio with lighting techniques
University of West London
Main site - West London
- working with a walk-in camera
- using alternative analogue processes
- working with high-end digital capture and output
- making handmade photo books.
UCAS code: W642
key concepts in photography, developing your awareness of ideas and arguments that have shaped the development of photography as a medium in its own right and as part of other media. You will become familiar with historical and contemporary debates that relate to photography.
You will explore ideas of portraiture, self-portraiture and other ways in which the broad concept of identity can be represented.
You will end up producing your own portfolio, and accompanying workbook, that explores the ideas covered in class.
On this module you will learn how to work professionally in industry-related business contexts, critically evaluate your own photographic practice, turn abstract ideas to a stated purpose with minimum guidance, and build confidence in using your own judgement to challenge received opinion.
You will explore how photographers and artists incorporate text into their work and how photography was used by writers. You will also examine the role that photography played in artistic and literary movements such as Surrealism.
reference: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/course/undergraduate/photography?start=1730&option=33
University of Westminster
UCAS code: Photography W640
- Year 1:
- Constructing Photographs
- Creativity and Collaboration
- Expanded and Immersive Photography
- Fashion Photography and the Street
- Photography: Image and Idea
- Photography in the Street: Documentary
Year 2:
- CGI and Photography
- Collaborative Practices
- Developing a Photographic Voice
- Photobooks, Magazines and Zines
- The Networked Photograph
- The Self-Directed Brief
- Videography
- Work-Based and Placement Learning
You’ll focus on the production of two major pieces of self-directed visual and written work. You’ll work independently, supported by workshops, work reviews, individual and group tutorials, to produce a Research Project and a Major Photographic Project for public exhibition. The course will also support you in preparing for your career after graduation through the Professional Futures module.
Subjects of study include:
- Photography Final Project
- Photography Major Project Research
- Professional Futures
- Research Project
University of the Arts London
BA (Hons) Photography and Creative Industries is designed to explore new possibilities in photography and creative direction. It responds to a new generation of genre-bending creatives who are using the medium of photography to blur the boundaries between advertising, editorial, art practice, film, fashion, content creation, installation, influencing, branding and social enterprise.
- Real-world experience: You’ll develop a real-world understanding of how to respond to briefs and professionally take your ideas from concept to production and delivery.
- Specialist skills: Workshops in areas such as camerawork, lighting, moving image, production design, graphic design, content creation and post-production will enable you to build an industry-ready range of skills.
- Transferable skills: You’ll also develop a wide range of transferable skills in areas such as visual communication, art direction, pitching, problem-solving, creative business skills and transmedia storytelling.
Casting (20 credits)
Casting is the first part of a 2-unit structure. This unit focuses on an expanded idea of ‘casting’, and will ask you to make ethical, logistical and managerial considerations as you use diverse casting practices for a multi-media editorial project.
you will begin to experiment with new camera technologies and both still and moving studio production techniques to help you realise your editorial concepts from the ‘Casting’ unit.
you’ll explore expanded ideas of studio practice in photography including lighting techniques, set design and art direction for creative projects produced indoors and on location.
Image Production is designed to cultivate a working knowledge of emergent image-making techniques. You will question how photographic work impacts people, and be challenged to produce work that uses available technologies to rethink how campaign work engages audiences in new ways.
University of East London
fashion, editorial, beauty, advertising, and architectural photography.
- Course code:
- W644
- Institution code:
- E28
- Campus name:
- Docklands Campus
- Campus code:
- A
reference: https://www.uel.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/ba-hons-photography
Personal statement
Question 1: Why do you want to study this course or subject?
This is your opportunity to showcase your passion and knowledge of your chosen subject area and to demonstrate to universities and colleges why it’s a good fit for you and your future ambitions.
mention photographer
for this course or subject?
- Currently, I'm in second year of UAL Level 3 Media course. At Stanmore, I learnt a variety of editing software such as Adobe Photoshop is where I edit pictures and make posters, I experimented with Adobe InDesign to make my own magazine about La Sagrada Familia Basilica and leaflet, I learned how to edit my own film and make my own title sequence in Adobe After Effects, I had an experiment with 3d editing software Blender, I used Adobe Illustrator for making poster. I used Adobe Premiere Pro for editing video with using audio. I passed my camera licence test on how I use a camera and a tripod. At Stanmore college, I learned how to do extensive research, essay writing and develop my presentation skills. Also, on my course we were encouraged to create blogs, put our own videos for exporting them, make my own website about History museum. Through effort I have been awarded for my academic achievements for Photography and ESOL, and I earned two certificates for achieving 100% attendance. I have good time management this helps me with planning which means I rarely miss deadline. I can work by myself but I also like working in team, a key part in the team to have good listening skill and having patience. I have been doing photography for the 5 years ever since I have taken as a GCSE I got better and better.
set up
working in different environments
taking pictures of governors + setup - I had an experiment with taking pictures of the school governors and it also gave me an opportunity to set the camera with a tripod.
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Question 3: What else have you done to prepare outside of education, and why are these experiences useful?
This is your chance to talk about any other activities you have undertaken outside of your formal education or personal experiences which further demonstrate your suitability for the course. This section is likely to be highly personal to you and anything you do include should reflect on why you’re including it.
Fashion
Commercial/Advertising photography:
Branding Brilliance: Spotlight on the 10 Best Commercial Photographers
Shutter Mastery: Choosing the 10 Best Photography Courses
Shutter School: The 10 Best Online Photography Courses to Polish Your Skills
Question 1: Why do you want to study this course or subject? This is your opportunity to showcase your passion and knowledge of your chosen subject area and to demonstrate to universities and colleges why it’s a good fit for you and your future ambitions.
I have always had a keen interest in photography and have been taking photos my whole life. I love capturing people’s emotions and using photography to capture memories; since I was 16, I have been photographing family and friends, when I got my own DSLR camera I began my serious journey to be a photographer. I used my natural curiosity to get to know a person more deeply in the process of photographing them, and I quickly realised that knowledge makes better photos. Therefore, I believe photography can be a profound way to communicate who we are and celebrate humanity. I am inspired by Katha, a photographer I admire for the vintage, cinematic feel of her photographs that convey a unique view of her subject and creates a very emotional image. I am a very creative person, driven to expand my skillset, and I am looking forward to learning more about camera techniques, studio lighting techniques and to sharpen my editing skills. This will help me achieve my ambition of being a photographer, working in portraits, fashion photography, event photography and street photography. I want to go to university to learn more about the industry, spend 3 years working on my craft and developing better context for my portfolio. I’m looking forward to working on my professional client brief and learning more about how professionals do it. The heart of all of these mediums is humanity; for me, photography is all about capturing unique moods and emotions, adapting my process to the individual subject.
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Question 2: How have your qualifications and studies helped you to prepare for this course or subject? This is your chance to shout about the relevant or transferable skills you’ve gained from your formal education and highlight your understanding of how they will help you succeed in this subject area.
I’m in the 2nd year of my UAL Level 3 Creative Media course. Here, I learnt a variety of editing softwares such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom where I edit my photo. Adobe InDesign, which I used to make a magazine about La Sagrada Familia Basilica. Adobe After Effects, where I edited my own film and designed the title sequence. Adobe Illustrator to make posters; and 3D editing software Blender where I made different 3D objects and Adobe Premiere Pro to edit videos with audio. I passed my camera license test, to use a camera and tripod more proficiently. Alongside this, my studies taught me how to do extensive research, express myself clearly in writing and developed my presentational skills. I was encouraged to share my work by creating blogs and websites, and I recently created a website about the Natural History Museum. In the past, my work has been awarded certificates for academic achievement for Photography and ESOL. Having studied photography for 5 years since GCSE, I have found that I thrive in teamwork environments and have honed my time management skills as well as my photographic eye. I already have professional experience using my photography skills to take photographs for my school governors and industry talks at my college. Apart from the technical and practical, I feel my education so far has taught me a lot of transferable skills I can use at university.
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Question 3: What else have you done to prepare outside of education, and why are these experiences useful? This is your chance to talk about any other activities you have undertaken outside of your formal education or personal experiences which further demonstrate your suitability for the course. This section is likely to be highly personal to you and anything you do include should reflect on why you’re including it.
I have already used my photography skills outside of the classroom like organising photoshoots for friends, and photographing exhibits and architecture in the British Museum and Victoria & Albert Museum. These taught me the necessity of being adaptable to circumstance, using my techniques to photograph well in different environments, lightings and position of the subjects. I also learned how to edit photos differently which were taken in different settings, using different styles.
Outside of photography, I have had jobs in a beauty salon and in retail, these both gave me the opportunity to practice my communication skills and adapt myself to different clienttel needs, as well as working in a team, dealing with finances and handling responsibilities. In my spare time, my hobby is swimming, this strengthened my resilience and discipline.
I moved to the UK five years ago, where I attended high school and had to adapt to a new education system, language and culture, all whilst London was in the middle of COVID lockdown. This was challenging to say the least, however overcoming this, I learned the value of independent study and the importance of connection. I am grateful to speak 3 languages (English, Ukrainian and Russian) as they allow me to communicate with so many different people. This experience is central to my passion for photography, this art form is about connecting with people and celebrating their uniqueness, an idea which I have a special perspective on.
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Final personal statement
At Stanmore college, I learnt a variety of editing softwares such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom where I edit my photo. Adobe InDesign, which I used to make a magazine about La Sagrada Familia Basilica. Adobe After Effects, where I edited my own film and designed the title sequence. Adobe Illustrator to make posters; and 3D editing software Blender where I made different 3D objects and Adobe Premiere Pro to edit videos with audio. Alongside this, my studies taught me how to do extensive research, express myself clearly in writing and developed my presentational skills. I was encouraged to share my work by creating blogs and websites. In the past, my work has been awarded certificates for academic achievement for Photography and ESOL. Having studied photography for 5 years since GCSE, I have found that I thrive in teamwork environments and have honed my time management skills as well as my photographic eye. I already have professional experience using my photography skills to take photographs for my school governors and industry talks at my college. Apart from the technical and practical, I feel my education so far has taught me a lot of transferable skills I can use at university.
I have already used my photography skills outside of the classroom like organising photoshoots for friends, and photographing exhibits and architecture in museums. These taught me the necessity of being adaptable to circumstance, using my techniques to photograph well in different environments, lightings and position of the subjects. I also learned how to edit photos differently which were taken in different settings, using different styles. Outside of photography, I have had jobs in a beauty salon and in retail, these both gave me the opportunity to practice my communication skills and adapt myself to different clienttel needs, as well as working in a team, dealing with finances and handling responsibilities. In my spare time, my hobby is swimming, this strengthened my resilience and discipline. I moved to the UK five years ago, where I attended high school and had to adapt to a new education system, language and culture, all whilst London was in the middle of COVID lockdown. This was challenging to say the least, however overcoming this, I learned the value of independent study and the importance of connection. I am grateful to speak 3 languages (English, Ukrainian and Russian) as they allow me to communicate with so many different people. This experience is central to my passion for photography, this art form is about connecting with people and celebrating their uniqueness, an idea which I have a special perspective on.
Exploring Progression Routes
Higher education opportunities
Jobs in Media
Graphic designer
Job title: Roles within graphic design include freelance graphic designers, creative directors, and senior graphic designers. Each role requires different levels of experience and offers different responsibilities and salaries.
Skills: To succeed as a Graphic Designer, you’ll need to start with a solid background in design principles, like typography, composition, and textures. Knowing how these factors work together will help you design images that appeal to the widest audience possible. Graphic Designers should also be familiar with various software programs, including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign. Most available positions require experience with at least one of these programs; many require all three.Qualifications:To become a graphic designer, you need a strong portfolio showcasing your design skills, proficiency with industry-standard software like Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), and excellent communication skills. While many employers prefer a relevant undergraduate degree in graphic design, illustration, or fine art, you can also gain entry with other design-related diplomas, apprenticeships, or by building a compelling portfolio through independent projects and short courses.Salary:-Starting salaries for junior graphic designers are in the region of £18,000 to £23,000. Once you've gained experience, salaries can rise to around £27,000.
-At a middle level, you can expect to earn between £25,000 and £38,000.
-Salaries for senior graphic designers or creative leads can range from £35,000 to £55,000. A creative director can make £60,000+.
-As a freelancer, you can earn between £200 and £400 a day depending on your experience, a proven track record and recommendations from clients.Video Editor
Job title: The role is to transform raw videos into finished ones, by cutting, splicing, adding music, sound effects, graphics and performing colour correction
Skills:
- A keen eye for detail and a critical mind
- Creativity and a passionate interest in film and video editing
- Patience and concentration
- The ability to listen to others and to work well as part of a team
- A high level of self-motivation, commitment and dedication
- Organisational and time management skills
- The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
- Communication skills, both written and oral.Qualifications:
You'll need to evidence that you have the necessary skills for the job, either through a portfolio of work or a degree or HND in film or media production. The following subjects are relevant:
- Communication and media studies
- Fine art or visual art
- Graphic design
- Information technology/multimedia
- Photography, film or television.Salary:
- Starting salaries for assistant editors employed by a television or post-production studio are in the region of £18,000 to £25,000.
- As an experienced film or video editor, you can earn between £25,000 to £45,000.
- Senior editors working on big-budget projects can potentially earn higher salaries.Web content manager
Job title:
- Manage your company CMS, working with developers and editors to ensure it's meeting the needs of your organisation
- Conduct content audits to identify gaps and redundancies in the site content
- Create and implement content schedules for people to produce or update content
- Produce maps and visualisations of the site to help staff understand the structure and function of the website
- Write and edit web copy
- Source, commission and sometimes edit images and videos
- Develop policies relating to your organisation's web content, such as a house style
- Analyse analytics data to learn how users interact with your site
- Survey users and hold focus groups to learn about how they view your site
- Train staff in writing and producing content for the web
- Occasionally update HTML, CSS and JavaScript on your site
- Stay knowledgeable about your site's subject area
- Optimise content for search engines (SEO) and accessibility standards (e.g. WCAG 2.2)
- Ensure compliance with copyright, data protection and privacy requirements
-Collaborate with digital marketing teams on cross-channel campaigns.Skills:
Qualifications:
You don't need a formal qualification to become a web content manager, however, a degree can provide useful experience in writing, editing, presenting and group coordination, particularly if it's mainly assessed through essays and presentations.
A degree or qualification in a similar subject to the website you are managing can be advantageous as you'll be able to apply your knowledge to identify gaps and inaccuracies in the content.
Sometimes employers look for candidates with a qualification in information management, media management or digital communications. The Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) provides a list of accredited qualifications, which includes undergraduate and postgraduate courses, foundation degrees and short courses. See the list at CILIP - Getting Qualified.
Other valued qualifications include digital marketing and content-focused courses from the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI).
Skills and experience are most important, and these can be gained through education, work experience and volunteering opportunities.
Salary:
Employment and freelance pathways
Industry expectations and requirements
-To be a successful photographer, you need artistic vision, technical proficiency with cameras and editing software, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to build a portfolio and market yourself. While formal qualifications can help, extensive practice, building experience by working with others, and dedication are crucial for developing the necessary creativity, business sense, and persistence to build a career.-For photo editors, industry expectations include a strong command of technical and creative skills, proficiency with editing software, and experience in visual storytelling
. Candidates are expected to have a robust portfolio and the ability to work under tight deadlines. A bachelor's degree is often preferred, but is not always a strict requirement, as demonstrated experience is highly valued.
-Most large and prestigious companies seek editors with a college degree in photography, visual art, or computer science. Employers will also want experience, so be sure to get as much exposure working on a publication as possible while in school.
Identifying Personal Aims and Goals
Strengths, skills and interests
-Strengths and Skills : My skills are time management and I make sure I do everything on time, responsible and I'm answerable of my actions and reliable, listening , planning, creative, patient, Customer service, Maintaining
-Interests: My interests are Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Illustration and I have experience in using them, Photography, Editing, Camera techniques, Studio with lighting.
Areas for development
Jobs
Short-term and long-term goals
Short term goals:
Get a better grade for Media
Get and pass driving licence
Move to different house
Long term goals:
Get graduated in university
Get better work
Travel more
Developing Professional Materials
CVs, portfolios, and showreels
My portfolio
Applications and personal statements
Personal statement
At Stanmore college, I learnt a variety of editing softwares such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom where I edit my photo. Adobe InDesign, which I used to make a magazine about La Sagrada Familia Basilica. Adobe After Effects, where I edited my own film and designed the title sequence. Adobe Illustrator to make posters; and 3D editing software Blender where I made different 3D objects and Adobe Premiere Pro to edit videos with audio. Alongside this, my studies taught me how to do extensive research, express myself clearly in writing and developed my presentational skills. I was encouraged to share my work by creating blogs and websites. In the past, my work has been awarded certificates for academic achievement for Photography and ESOL. Having studied photography for 5 years since GCSE, I have found that I thrive in teamwork environments and have honed my time management skills as well as my photographic eye. I already have professional experience using my photography skills to take photographs for my school governors and industry talks at my college. Apart from the technical and practical, I feel my education so far has taught me a lot of transferable skills I can use at university.
I have already used my photography skills outside of the classroom like organising photoshoots for friends, and photographing exhibits and architecture in museums. These taught me the necessity of being adaptable to circumstance, using my techniques to photograph well in different environments, lightings and position of the subjects. I also learned how to edit photos differently which were taken in different settings, using different styles. Outside of photography, I have had jobs in a beauty salon and in retail, these both gave me the opportunity to practice my communication skills and adapt myself to different clienttel needs, as well as working in a team, dealing with finances and handling responsibilities. In my spare time, my hobby is swimming, this strengthened my resilience and discipline. I moved to the UK five years ago, where I attended high school and had to adapt to a new education system, language and culture, all whilst London was in the middle of COVID lockdown. This was challenging to say the least, however overcoming this, I learned the value of independent study and the importance of connection. I am grateful to speak 3 languages (English, Ukrainian and Russian) as they allow me to communicate with so many different people. This experience is central to my passion for photography, this art form is about connecting with people and celebrating their uniqueness, an idea which I have a special perspective on.
Online presence and self-promotion
Planning for Personal Progression
Action planning and timelines
University research and UCAS
06/10/2025
Portfolio
Please see our website for advice on how to prepare your portfolio and sketchbook or showreel : - https://www.ravensbourne.ac.uk/study-here/undergraduate/your-interview-and-portfolio/
Resources and support available
Strategies for achieving goals
Reviewing and Reflecting
Evaluating progression choices
Reviewing professional materials
Setting next steps for development
Career links
Sky Studios are looking for apprentices/interns
https://www.skygroup.sky/about/work-with-us/studios
This website is very useful and someone who is interested in filming, tv, music and also for someone who wants to do apprenticeship. But, I don't think this link is useful for me, because I'm not looking for the apprentice.
Useful link if you are looking for work
https://www.meet-eric.com/explore-film-tv
This is another link is you want to find and explore different film and tv industries, but I will not use this link because I'm not looking for a job at the moment.
Another link if someone is looking for job
Linkedin website or app is very useful and I used it in general, I might use it in future but not now.
Skills bootcamp
https://www.skillsforcareers.education.gov.uk/pages/training-choice/skills-bootcamp
Skills Bootcamps help you develop new skills that employers are looking for. It is useful because they’re a great opportunity to train in a new industry or progress in your current career, but I will not use this link.Freelancer Toolkit
https://www.screenskills.com/your-career/freelance-toolkit/
This toolkit is designed to introduce you to the basics of freelancing in the screen industries. This is a useful link and they have lots of information which I read on their website, but I don't think I will use it.
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