This is my current portfolio video, it is being handed in with the rest of the SPP3 module. Other footage which will be included in my actual portfolio will be available from July, when I go back to London full time.
Wednesday, 28 May 2008
Initial Portfolio Video
This is my current portfolio video, it is being handed in with the rest of the SPP3 module. Other footage which will be included in my actual portfolio will be available from July, when I go back to London full time.
Monday, 26 May 2008
Friday, 23 May 2008
PRP Presentation Completed
This morning saw the final piece of assessed work for PRP being completed.
The presentation was an overall explanation of the research document and artefacts created, the conclusions that were reached and how those conclusions were reached.
I felt that the presentation went rather well, I was able to concisely and clearly present the information that I wanted to convey, and in the same time frame which had been continuously practised.
The involvement of the two assessors of the presentation I felt to be very positive. The questions posed after the conclusion of the presentation were questions which were answered thoroughly, and some were also asked of my personal opinion on the subject matter.
The assessors made a special mention of my final slide within the presentation, which explain the errors I made through the module, the problems they then meant for me and what I had learnt from them. I felt this slide to be one of the most important parts of my presentation, as my research method for the entire module did cause me problems later of for manipulating the information I had previously gathered. This has in turn taught me a great deal about research, it's importance to any project, and has made me think twice about how I will conduct any research in the future.
The presentation was an overall explanation of the research document and artefacts created, the conclusions that were reached and how those conclusions were reached.
I felt that the presentation went rather well, I was able to concisely and clearly present the information that I wanted to convey, and in the same time frame which had been continuously practised.
The involvement of the two assessors of the presentation I felt to be very positive. The questions posed after the conclusion of the presentation were questions which were answered thoroughly, and some were also asked of my personal opinion on the subject matter.
The assessors made a special mention of my final slide within the presentation, which explain the errors I made through the module, the problems they then meant for me and what I had learnt from them. I felt this slide to be one of the most important parts of my presentation, as my research method for the entire module did cause me problems later of for manipulating the information I had previously gathered. This has in turn taught me a great deal about research, it's importance to any project, and has made me think twice about how I will conduct any research in the future.
Tuesday, 20 May 2008
My return from Mexico
After spending the last two weeks in Mexico, I have returned back to university and ready to continue preparation for my PRP presentation on friday.
Mexico is truly an exciting country, and the highlight of my venture there without a doubt was my trip to Chichen Itza, the seventh new wonder of the world.
Whilst attending the wedding in Mexico, I was asked to actually film the short wedding ceremony, and also film the wedding dinner with the speeches. This went very well and also gave me an unexpected yet vital experience, and has furthermore enhanced me as a multimedia practitioner.
Here is a photo taken of me standing in front of new wonder of the world the Kukulcán pyramid at the centre of Chichen Itza...
Mexico is truly an exciting country, and the highlight of my venture there without a doubt was my trip to Chichen Itza, the seventh new wonder of the world.
Whilst attending the wedding in Mexico, I was asked to actually film the short wedding ceremony, and also film the wedding dinner with the speeches. This went very well and also gave me an unexpected yet vital experience, and has furthermore enhanced me as a multimedia practitioner.
Here is a photo taken of me standing in front of new wonder of the world the Kukulcán pyramid at the centre of Chichen Itza...
Saturday, 3 May 2008
Top Attributes
The Top 12 attributes Employers want from Graduates
(& 3 more for good measure)
Source: Prospects Directory 2001, pg. 31
Ability
What evidence do you possess to show a recruiter you have this ability?
Willingness to Learn
The development through the course at university, and as illustrated without the online portfolio shows the willingness to learn a variety of information.
Commitment
The commitment shown to my football team Nottingham Forest over the last 17 years does most certainly show my commitment and passion I will show to the right cause, even if the situation may not be of the best state.
Annual participation in a charity football match also shows the lengths I will commit to a good cause.
Dependability/ Reliability
The experience shown at handing in every project during the three years of the course in early or meeting the deadline, does not only show the ability to work under pressure and deadlines, but also the reliability that is possessed.
Self-Motivation / Initiative
The production of the major client project in the final year of university, shows the self-motivation that I possess. The project was a very large one, and whilst a smaller and easier project could have been undertaken, the challenge was one that had to be risen too.
Teamwork / Cooperation
The willingness to help in fellow multimedia practitioners work during the final year, is a good example of the co-operation to work with others.
Communication Skills (Oral)
Whilst successful presentations are a good indication of the impressive communication skills that are possessed, the ability to produce a large client project with important members of the city of Nottingham is a greater indication of the ability to communicate, not just to familiar faces, but those held in a higher regard.
Interpersonal Skills
The ability to communicate often with the location managers for the live client project, and the decision to allow filming at a wide variety of locations.
Communication Skills (Written)
The development of the online journal is a very good indication of the communication skills possessed via a written medium.
Drive/ Energy / Enthusiasm
The passion at which each project is undertaken, and specifically the lengthy time taken on each project and care taken in the production of the work shows the effort and enthusiasm which is needed and used for each piece of work undertaken.
Self-Management / Organisational Skills
With multiple projects during the final year needing to be worked on and completed, the organisation to get each project worked on to a very good standard and the time management structures that were in place is a good indication of self-management.
Desire to Achieve/ Motivation
The personal development as a multimedia practitioner during the course has shown that with the desire and motivation to improve, improvements are made.
Problem Solving Ability/ Analytical Skills
The ability shown in the final presentation within the research module to display and explain clearly and concisely a broad amount of information. Furthermore the acceptance of problems during the module, and evaluating and changing those problems shows a good example of problem solving.
Information Handling Skills
The production of a series of podcasts is a good example of a vast amount of research and information, and then condensing the information into only relevant points, and displaying that information over the broadcast.
Technical & Professional Skills
The proven ability to use a variety of hardware and software throughout the three years at university shows a good sense of professionalism and ability to use a variety of technology.
Leadership
The leadership of multiple projects during the final two years of the course, and the invention and production of a podcast series shows a good example of entrepreneurship and leadership for a variety of tasks.
(& 3 more for good measure)
Source: Prospects Directory 2001, pg. 31
Ability
What evidence do you possess to show a recruiter you have this ability?
Willingness to Learn
The development through the course at university, and as illustrated without the online portfolio shows the willingness to learn a variety of information.
Commitment
The commitment shown to my football team Nottingham Forest over the last 17 years does most certainly show my commitment and passion I will show to the right cause, even if the situation may not be of the best state.
Annual participation in a charity football match also shows the lengths I will commit to a good cause.
Dependability/ Reliability
The experience shown at handing in every project during the three years of the course in early or meeting the deadline, does not only show the ability to work under pressure and deadlines, but also the reliability that is possessed.
Self-Motivation / Initiative
The production of the major client project in the final year of university, shows the self-motivation that I possess. The project was a very large one, and whilst a smaller and easier project could have been undertaken, the challenge was one that had to be risen too.
Teamwork / Cooperation
The willingness to help in fellow multimedia practitioners work during the final year, is a good example of the co-operation to work with others.
Communication Skills (Oral)
Whilst successful presentations are a good indication of the impressive communication skills that are possessed, the ability to produce a large client project with important members of the city of Nottingham is a greater indication of the ability to communicate, not just to familiar faces, but those held in a higher regard.
Interpersonal Skills
The ability to communicate often with the location managers for the live client project, and the decision to allow filming at a wide variety of locations.
Communication Skills (Written)
The development of the online journal is a very good indication of the communication skills possessed via a written medium.
Drive/ Energy / Enthusiasm
The passion at which each project is undertaken, and specifically the lengthy time taken on each project and care taken in the production of the work shows the effort and enthusiasm which is needed and used for each piece of work undertaken.
Self-Management / Organisational Skills
With multiple projects during the final year needing to be worked on and completed, the organisation to get each project worked on to a very good standard and the time management structures that were in place is a good indication of self-management.
Desire to Achieve/ Motivation
The personal development as a multimedia practitioner during the course has shown that with the desire and motivation to improve, improvements are made.
Problem Solving Ability/ Analytical Skills
The ability shown in the final presentation within the research module to display and explain clearly and concisely a broad amount of information. Furthermore the acceptance of problems during the module, and evaluating and changing those problems shows a good example of problem solving.
Information Handling Skills
The production of a series of podcasts is a good example of a vast amount of research and information, and then condensing the information into only relevant points, and displaying that information over the broadcast.
Technical & Professional Skills
The proven ability to use a variety of hardware and software throughout the three years at university shows a good sense of professionalism and ability to use a variety of technology.
Leadership
The leadership of multiple projects during the final two years of the course, and the invention and production of a podcast series shows a good example of entrepreneurship and leadership for a variety of tasks.
Friday, 2 May 2008
Personal Goals
Look again at your background strengths and areas for improvement. Do any of these relate to your personal goals?
Refer to the SMART model of goal setting for tips on how to formulate goals that are achievable and give you the greatest chance of success.
You may find it useful to record your goals and ambitions under the following headings:
Travel:
I would like to travel in my lifetime to as many of the Wonders of the World as possible
Exercise/ Sport:
I would like to continue playing in as many charity football matches as possible, also would like to get a short term career in sports radio production and reporting
Language:
I would furthermore like to enhance my knowledge in foreign language, most specifically the Italian language
Creative:
I would like to continue my creative writing, and complete at least one full length script
Clubs and societies:
I will strive to continue to be a member of as many different societies that I can be, and that will aid my development
Hobbies:
I would like to play sport for many years to come, also continue my podcast series and develop the standard within them
Refer to the SMART model of goal setting for tips on how to formulate goals that are achievable and give you the greatest chance of success.
You may find it useful to record your goals and ambitions under the following headings:
Travel:
I would like to travel in my lifetime to as many of the Wonders of the World as possible
Exercise/ Sport:
I would like to continue playing in as many charity football matches as possible, also would like to get a short term career in sports radio production and reporting
Language:
I would furthermore like to enhance my knowledge in foreign language, most specifically the Italian language
Creative:
I would like to continue my creative writing, and complete at least one full length script
Clubs and societies:
I will strive to continue to be a member of as many different societies that I can be, and that will aid my development
Hobbies:
I would like to play sport for many years to come, also continue my podcast series and develop the standard within them
Acedemic Goals
Look again at your background strengths and areas for improvement. Which of these relate to your academic goals?
Each of the improvements and strengths are subjects related to multimedia, and will be areas of my development and skills that will be valuable to achieving a good degree
What is your motivation for studying?
The motivation is being successful in the long term, and initially this will be achieved by receiving a good degree
Did the skills audit you completed highlight any particular areas on which to concentrate academically?
None which were not already made aware of
What qualification are you studying for? (HND, BA, BSc, MA, MSc, PhD, etc)
BA
Are you aiming for a particular grade, either for personal satisfaction or to meet job or sponsorship requirements, etc?
If at least a 2:1 is not achieved, I will seriously re-evaluate if this is the career sector I will enter
Are there any areas you would like to specialise in during the course?
On reflection, I would liked to of produced more audio work, as opposed to focuses on web design
What are your long-term academic ambitions?
Finish this course with a degree of at least a 2:1 standard, and begin full time work
Do you intend to continue your studies in the future?
No
After answering the questions above and referring to the SMART goal model in the PDP Guide set your academic goals:
My academic goals…Is to achieve a degree of at least a 2:1 standard.
Personal Goals
Each of the improvements and strengths are subjects related to multimedia, and will be areas of my development and skills that will be valuable to achieving a good degree
What is your motivation for studying?
The motivation is being successful in the long term, and initially this will be achieved by receiving a good degree
Did the skills audit you completed highlight any particular areas on which to concentrate academically?
None which were not already made aware of
What qualification are you studying for? (HND, BA, BSc, MA, MSc, PhD, etc)
BA
Are you aiming for a particular grade, either for personal satisfaction or to meet job or sponsorship requirements, etc?
If at least a 2:1 is not achieved, I will seriously re-evaluate if this is the career sector I will enter
Are there any areas you would like to specialise in during the course?
On reflection, I would liked to of produced more audio work, as opposed to focuses on web design
What are your long-term academic ambitions?
Finish this course with a degree of at least a 2:1 standard, and begin full time work
Do you intend to continue your studies in the future?
No
After answering the questions above and referring to the SMART goal model in the PDP Guide set your academic goals:
My academic goals…Is to achieve a degree of at least a 2:1 standard.
Personal Goals
Thursday, 1 May 2008
Artefact: Six Evaluation Submitted Online
Artefact: Six is an over view of the previous five artefacts, and successfully discusses how the role of a news gatherer has changed, specifically over the last 25 years.
The artefact provides more in depth knowledge and understanding of the information that was researched in previous artefacts, and relates the topic of research for each of the previous five artefacts, to how it has effected the news gatherer and the role of a news gatherer.
Two very important interviews with both the BBC East Midlands news editor, and with a BBC East Midlands broadcast journalist were extremely important for this artefact. The interviews provided a greater understanding on the role of a news gatherer, and the specific changes which have occurred to the role in recent years.
Unfortunately this artefact contains the vast majority of information which should have been included in previous artefacts, however this research module has taught me that whilst I was progressing through each artefact, my initial research methods was incorrect. Whilst initially doing a vast amount of research on a broad subject matter, instead of narrowing down the information to answer the specific research question, I continued to research the broad subject area and this had hindered my progress in each artefact to relate the research to the specific research question.
Realising the error of my ways, this sixth artefact (whilst an overview of the previous artefacts), has also expanded the research from the previous attempts to answer the initial research question, and whilst relating it to previous artefacts, has shown a greater depth of knowledge.
This artefact has established that whilst initially thinking the development in technology had a direct impact in the change of the role of a news gatherer, it is a much more complex situation, as the technology has not been the only impact.
The artefact provides more in depth knowledge and understanding of the information that was researched in previous artefacts, and relates the topic of research for each of the previous five artefacts, to how it has effected the news gatherer and the role of a news gatherer.
Two very important interviews with both the BBC East Midlands news editor, and with a BBC East Midlands broadcast journalist were extremely important for this artefact. The interviews provided a greater understanding on the role of a news gatherer, and the specific changes which have occurred to the role in recent years.
Unfortunately this artefact contains the vast majority of information which should have been included in previous artefacts, however this research module has taught me that whilst I was progressing through each artefact, my initial research methods was incorrect. Whilst initially doing a vast amount of research on a broad subject matter, instead of narrowing down the information to answer the specific research question, I continued to research the broad subject area and this had hindered my progress in each artefact to relate the research to the specific research question.
Realising the error of my ways, this sixth artefact (whilst an overview of the previous artefacts), has also expanded the research from the previous attempts to answer the initial research question, and whilst relating it to previous artefacts, has shown a greater depth of knowledge.
This artefact has established that whilst initially thinking the development in technology had a direct impact in the change of the role of a news gatherer, it is a much more complex situation, as the technology has not been the only impact.
Artefact: Five Evaluation Submitted Online
Artefact: Five continues from the previous artefact, and examined in more depth the effect that accessibility and interactivity has had on news.
This artefact allowed members of the public to create a news article after being given the task of creating "a news article on the effect that extreme weather conditions are having on the local area”. Each news article would be completed with a questionnaire which established the decision making processes which were made by each member of the public, and see the impact they had on the news article.
Originally more members of the public were contacted about creating their own version of a news article, unfortunately only three final news articles were received. Ideally more news articles would have been preferred to evaluate findings and their significance.
The idea of getting people to create a news article was to compare and evaluate each news article and establish what effect user generated news had on the role of a news gatherer. The findings resulted in discovering that the relationship between the news gatherer and the audience is changing, as the audience is shifting from being a passive viewer of news to now actively seeking to be a part of news.
This artefact has established that the addition of user generated news articles has given the news gatherer an alternative source of where to gather news information and content from, and has also allowed professional news gatherers to be able to include user footage in their news articles if the news gatherer is unable to attend the scene.
Each producer of the news article felt the single most important feature of a news article is the content. These audience demands have meant the news gatherer has had to adapt their approach to producing news articles to what is expected from the audience.
This artefact allowed members of the public to create a news article after being given the task of creating "a news article on the effect that extreme weather conditions are having on the local area”. Each news article would be completed with a questionnaire which established the decision making processes which were made by each member of the public, and see the impact they had on the news article.
Originally more members of the public were contacted about creating their own version of a news article, unfortunately only three final news articles were received. Ideally more news articles would have been preferred to evaluate findings and their significance.
The idea of getting people to create a news article was to compare and evaluate each news article and establish what effect user generated news had on the role of a news gatherer. The findings resulted in discovering that the relationship between the news gatherer and the audience is changing, as the audience is shifting from being a passive viewer of news to now actively seeking to be a part of news.
This artefact has established that the addition of user generated news articles has given the news gatherer an alternative source of where to gather news information and content from, and has also allowed professional news gatherers to be able to include user footage in their news articles if the news gatherer is unable to attend the scene.
Each producer of the news article felt the single most important feature of a news article is the content. These audience demands have meant the news gatherer has had to adapt their approach to producing news articles to what is expected from the audience.
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