You think you want to work in the media but you're not quite sure. You know you want to work in the media, but no-one will give you that first job without some experience. Start here. Our introductory courses offer affordable introductions in key areas, to make up your mind and set you on track.

So You Want To: Direct - This low priced introductory programme lets you try out the director's chair for size, explaining the basics from camera angles to story-telling.
5 July1999 (4 weeks, 1 evening per week), £300

So You Want To: Write - How do I turn my idea into a script, and will it work on screen? What about writing for long running series? If you're taking up your pen in anger for the first time, this intensive workshop is the place to start.
23 August 1999 (4 weeks, 1 evening per week), £250

So You Want To: Present - Bring your enthusiasm and leave with a showreel. This two day introduction covers the basics of presentation, from interviewing techniques to how to read an autocue.
17 May 1999 (4 weeks, 1 evening per week), £300

Research For Documentary - Everyone sees research as "the way in", but it's also a rewarding job in its own right - coming up with angles that turn a good idea into a great programme. In five days over three weeks you'll research your own programme proposal.
19-22 April 1999, Full Rate - £475, Tax Relief - £366