National Careers Week Task – Creative Industry Roles

National Careers Week Task – Creative Industry Roles

Games Music Composer

The majority of computer games include accompanying music and sound effects, in order to engage the player and highlight events and important moments. Games music composers create this music.

 

Games music composers must have passion for both games and music. Musical creativity, theory knowledge and performance ability are key skills that any composer must have. Experience with notation software – such as Sibelius or Dorico – is necessary, as notating music digitally has become standard. The composer may also require knowledge of how to use software instruments in order to produce a final track. However, more complex compositions may be performed and arranged by another member of the team. As a games composer, an understanding of the content and narrative of the game is necessary, as the music may need to reflect the action in the game.

 

Becoming a games music composer takes time and experience. Being able to confidently compose and orchestrate music comes with practice, therefore working on a portfolio of personal projects would be a good first step. Having a love for games is highly important, as you need to understand where your work is being applied. A successful game music composer must understand the intricacies of applying music to a non-linear game narrative.

 

Sources: https://www.gameindustrycareerguide.com/how-to-become-a-video-game-music-composer/

https://www.screenskills.com/careers/job-profiles/animation/post-production/composer/

 

Actor

An actor portrays a character in a performance. Actors can perform using different types of media, for example in a film, advert or radio show.

 

Becoming a successful actor requires skill, practice and the ability to adapt. Some actors will stick to one form, such as acting in films. However, all actors must be able to adapt to a role, meaning that they need to adapt to the character they are performing. Much of an actors time is spent rehearsing, and working with directors and producers. Many actors will hire agents to find jobs and organise their calendar.

 

Actors can gain experience through a university/college course, volunteering or from a drama school course. However, most acting jobs are ultimately obtained based on talent and if the actor suits the role.

 

Sources: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/actor

https://www.learnhowtobecome.org/actor-or-actress/

 

 

Event Manager

Event managers are responsible for ensuring that all aspects of an event run smoothly, agreeing the idea, budget and time scale with their clients. During the event, an event manager is available to deal with any queries that may arise; ensuring that any problems are dealt with swiftly.

 

An event manager must be organised, creative and an effective planner. They must also be able to work anti-social hours, as some events may be run at weekends, or during the evenings.

 

To become an event manager, you can either start by volunteering, work as part of a small events team, or become self-employed and offer your services. Some college courses offer a good route into becoming an event manager, such as Access Creative College’s level 3 event production course.

 

Sources: https://discovercreative.careers/shared-job-profiles/event-manager/

 

 

Music Radio Broadcast Assistant

Radio broadcast assistants help run the practical aspects of a radio station, such as planning, researching and producing radio programs. They provide support to the production team, and will step in to any duties that are required of them.

 

A good radio broadcast assistant will be organised, have a strong interest in music and radio, have a knowledge of radio broadcasting software and hardware and be able to work well in a team.

 

To become a radio broadcast assistant, it may be necessary to start in a volunteering role, in order to showcase your skills and show that you could make a valuable member of the team. For example, by persistently volunteering for a broadcaster, such as the BBC, you are a prime candidate for an entry level role, such as a music radio broadcast assistant, and will have the potential to progress into higher pay-tier roles.

 

Sources: https://www.audiouk.org.uk/music-radio-broadcast-assistant-independent-production-company/