Creative Media and Music students attend Pinewood Futures Festival

Students from CCC’s Tottenham Centre dive into the world of Film and TV at Pinewood Studios careers event.

​On 28 February, a group of 30 Capital City College (CCC) students from the Creative Media Production – Level 3 Extended Diploma and Music Performance and Production – Level 2 Diploma courses attended the Pinewood Futures Festival at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire. Attracting around 4,500 young individuals and career changers from across the UK, the event is Europe’s largest free careers gathering for the Film and TV industry.

During the festival, the students, who are all studying at CCC’s Tottenham centre, took part in a variety of immersive and interactive experiences which were designed to inspire and educate the next generation of filmmakers and media professionals. They participated in workshops and demonstrations led by over 50 companies and training providers including industry giants such as Disney, Lucasfilm, Marvel, and Industrial Light & Magic (ILM). ​

One particular highlight was the opportunity to view authentic memorabilia from the Star Wars franchise, including masks, props and armour. Students were also able to explore live sets and witness the intricate process of film production first-hand. The festival’s vibrant atmosphere was enhanced by appearances from iconic film characters, such as Deadpool, which provided unique photo opportunities and a touch of Hollywood magic.

The students attended a number of industry-specific talks hosted by BBC Radio One Film Critic and Journalist Ali Plumb. The insightful sessions shed light on various aspects of the industry such as costume design, production, art departments, visual effects, sound, film journalism, publicity, and directing.

Attending the Pinewood Futures Festival enabled the students to broaden their understanding of the diverse career paths on offer within the Film and TV industry, inspiring them as they continue their studies.

Reymond Tubay Ligorguro, who is studying Creative Media Production – Level 3 Extended Diploma, said: “This was a surreal experience, getting to speak to industry professionals about how they broke into the industry was inspirational. I definitely have high hopes for the future when I finish my studies at CCC.”

If you’re interested in a creative career, take a look at our Digital Media and Creative Computing Courses.

For budding musicians or music producers, we also offer a range of Music and Music Production Courses.

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