“It means the world to gain recognition from a respected industry body at such an early stage in my career”

An Edinburgh College Professional Photography student has been presented with a prestigious award from one of the UK’s longest standing photographic associations, responsible for developing some of the leading photographers around today. Edinburgh College BA Professional Photography student Gavin Smart was recently named Student of the Year at the Master Photography Awards 2018. Thirty-four year-old…

Edinburgh College students snap up prizes at national photography awards

Edinburgh College Photography students have captured the imagination of the judges at the country’s top competition for young photographers, winning eight awards at the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP) National Student Awards. BA student Gabriella Pieniazek was named Student Photographer of the Year for 2018 for her collection entitled ‘The Hollow Men’, while Audrey…

Photography students showcase their work at top London exhibition

Edinburgh College Photography students have been showcasing their work at the UK’s top graduate art exhibition, FREE RANGE, in London over the past 11 days. The BA Professional Photography graduates’ exhibition this year covers fashion, advertising, documentary, portraiture and fine art photography. Themes of the work include gender diversity, isolation, significant form, love, sexuality, reality, virtual reality, inclusion and individuality. Our…

Why study Outside Broadcasting PDA

To prepare you for a career in television, a Professional Development Award (PDA) in Outside Broadcasting in a Multi-Camera Production could be what you need to get your foot in the door. Why do a PDA? A PDA is designed for the industry, to extend your skills for the job you want to do. With…

Picture perfect! Edinburgh College students snap up national photography awards

Edinburgh College Photography students and alumni captured the imagination of the judges at the country’s top competition for young photographers, winning 18 awards in total. The annual British Institute of Photography (BIPP) Scottish Region Awards saw 13 students and alumni recognised across areas of photography including photojournalism, advertising, fashion and social and portraiture. Marta Drozdz,…

Media and Communication: Where could the HNC take you?

The Creative Industries: Media and Communication HNC is the perfect launch pad for a variety of careers. Find out more about the jobs that could be perfect for you, and where past students have gone. A career in journalism and communication If you have an interest in writing for newspapers, magazines, online media, radio or television,…

Broadcast Media & Photography Open Day

If you are interested in starting a course in Broadcast Media & Photography, then pop along to our open day. 15 March 2018, 2pm – 6.30pm, Sighthill campus At the open day you will have the opportunity to: Pick up a prospectus Talk to teaching staff to find out more about our courses Go on a…

Edinburgh College Creative Industries students get tips from the top

Edinburgh College was a hub of creative activity as it welcomed some of the country’s top professionals to its sixth annual Creative Industries Employability Day. Creative juices were flowing at the college’s Granton Campus and Performing Arts Studio Scotland (PASS) theatre, where students had an opportunity to get career advice from guest speakers from across…

Visitor video illuminates Paxton House’s history thanks to Edinburgh College students

Edinburgh College film students are helping the Borders’ Paxton House give visitors fresh insight into the richly historic mansion through a new guided tour video. The students created a video for Paxton House to introduce visitors to the popular tourist destination near Berwick-upon-Tweed when they take the guided tour. The video includes interviews with its…

Rugby ace tackles questions from Edinburgh College Media students

Scottish rugby’s record points scorer was grilled under the spotlight in a mock press conference by Edinburgh College students. Retired rugby ace Chris Paterson visited the college’s Audio Visual Technology and Creative Industries: Television students, who scrummed down to get the scoop on his life and career. Winning mentality, recovering from injury and mistaken identity…

Edinburgh College photography graduate explores Remains of the Past in new exhibition

An Edinburgh College Photography graduate is showcasing her award-winning historically themed portrait work in a new exhibition from tomorrow (Friday 12 January). Remains of the Past, an exhibition by Leesa Tulloch, features contemporary portraits shot in the style of historical paintings. The free exhibition is on at the Creative Exchange in Edinburgh until Thursday 8…

Edinburgh College photography students snap up the country’s top prizes

Edinburgh College’s photography department won College of the Year and Student of the Year at the British Institution of Professional Photography National Student & College Awards 2017. Edinburgh College had the honour of winning the overall College of the Year Award thanks to the portfolio of BA Professional Photography student, Leesa Tulloch. HND1 Professional Photography…

Jon is Photography Lecturer of the Year

Professional Photography Course Lecturer Jon Lee is celebrating after being named Lecturer of the Year at the Association of Photographers (AOP) Student Awards. Jon was presented with the Lecturer of the Year award during a ceremony in London, in front of a crowd of 220 professional photographers, students and lecturers. Nominations for the Lecturer of…

Hibernian Football Club photography by Edinburgh College

Two Edinburgh College photography students Suzi Kerr and Jimmy Reid were recently commissioned to shoot the new Hibernian Football Club 2017-18 kit. The shoot took place at the arts and fashion hub The Biscuit Factory, just off Bonnington Road in Edinburgh. Greig Mailer, communications and marketing director for Hibernian Football Club said: “Through the Hibernian…

Poppy Proud by Gary Lee - Gold winner in BIPP Scottish Region Awards

Star college photography students win big at national awards

Edinburgh College students snapped up 11 prizes at the British Institution of Professional Photography Scottish Region Awards, continuing a purple patch in the competition over the last few years. The Photography students’ haul included three gold first-place prizes. This is the eighth year in a row that Edinburgh College photography students have returned from the…

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