A group of Edinburgh College students recently took part in a project to help tell the stories of Midlothian and the Borders through an interactive app. HNC Radio Broadcasting students recorded storytellers telling the tales of Midlothian and the Borders which will then be used as part of a series of driving, walking and rail…
Twenty-two-year-old Fabio Scalici tells us how he’s turning his hobby into a career with the help of his HND Photography course. “I originally moved to Scotland, after finishing high school in Italy, in a bid to improve my English. After working as an au pair for a while, I worked in a restaurant and coffee…
Edinburgh College’s students gained insight into what it takes to make it in the creative industries as the College hosted some of the country’s top professionals at its sixth annual Creative Industries Employability Day. Students from the College’s Creative Industries courses attended the event at its Granton Campus where they had an opportunity to get…
A representative from Edinburgh College recently made a speech about opportunities in the world of photography at the Scottish Parliament as part of the launch of an exhibition celebrating Scotland’s Year of Young People. Artist in Residence for photography, Kate Soltan spoke in front of a discussion panel at the launch of the Higher Vision…
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 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…
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…
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…
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,…
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,…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…