The new studio reflects regional priorities as outlined by the West Midlands Combined Authority to grow skills, creativity and the screen industries - supporting the development of future talent in TV, film, digital and content creation.
Designed to provide industry-relevant experience, the facility will equip learners with the technical, creative and production skills needed to progress into further study, apprenticeships and employment in the region’s creative sector.
To launch Studio44, Sameena Ali-Khan from ITV Central News officially opened the studio.
Taking place at the college, specially invited guests including representatives from the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, the Confederation of British Industry, Erdington BID and local marketing agencies, joined the forward-thinking event that included a panel discussion on creativity and skills development in the region.
Attendees had the opportunity to:
The event was organised to showcase the new James Watt College TV/Media Studio as a high-quality training environment for future TV, film, digital production and content-creation professionals, as well as inspiring prospective learners by positioning James Watt College as the place to study if they want a career in TV, film, digital media and content creation.
Mitch Miller, curriculum director at James Watt College, said: “Our brand-new TV and media studio is a huge and significant development in the college fulfilling our ambition to provide real and sustainable, work-ready opportunities for students.
“Furthermore, as well as benefitting our learners, this initiative serves as a positive development for regional growth and mutually beneficial partnerships.
“We’re looking forward to not only welcoming our guests to the launch but also welcoming further partnerships as a result.”
To find out more about Studio44 at BMet College, please visit the BMet website.
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