what we do
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We provide introductory media opportunities to people of all backgrounds and ages to grow skills relating to a media environment, to allow them to prepare for further education, work or voluntary roles.
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We utilise the disciplines of the broadcast industry to enhance individual dexterity, clarity in communication, creativity, team working, timeliness and in particular personal confidence in a pressured environment.
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We use a series of proven training tools and hands on experience to create rounded individuals who can analyse both technical and production problems and so work effectively as part of a team to create balanced, exciting, and professional productions.
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We stimulate interest from broadcast professionals to join and provide hands on experience to grow and support people in their training.
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We engage with both local and national industries to seek funding to enable the supply of equipment and materials in support of the initiative.
why we exist
It can be hard to engage young people in growing “life skills”, and harder still for those skills to be related later to the work place.
The media industry remains the most attractive study option for students, yet it can be difficult for graduates to find jobs, as places are competitive. As a result, the media industry tends to be academically focused in their selection barring creative people by qualification alone.
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The paradox is that many with passion find their way in through “tea boy” entry routes rising to prominent positions as their talents become noticed. Clearly academia is not a prerequisite, however experience and knowledge are.
BST exists to bring opportunities to communities and organisations making early steps into professional media, whether for work or fun. It is run by industry professionals with over fifty years of experience at all levels and across many disciplines.
BST trained people have achieved places in higher education (Brit School and Ravensbourne University in particular) and moved on to significant roles with national and international broadcasters.