MA Editing for TV, Film and Digital Media

Program Overview

The MA Editing for TV, Film and Digital Media at the University of Salford is a one-year postgraduate program that equips students with technical and creative skills in editing, sound editing, animation, and visual effects. The program emphasizes practical experience through industry placements, live briefs, and access to state-of-the-art facilities. Graduates are prepared for careers as editors, camerawork operators, VFX artists, sound engineers, and teachers in the television production industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview

Program Objectives:

• Equip students with technical and creative skills in editing, sound editing, animation, and visual effects.
• Provide hands-on experience in pitching ideas to industry professionals.
• Develop strong narrative, technical, and collaborative skills in the context of television production.
• Foster a strong foundational understanding of the contemporary broadcasting and film environment.

Program Description:

• 1-year full-time postgraduate program.
• Focuses on developing practical skills and creative insight in modern media techniques.
• Offers placements with industry partners and the opportunity to work on live briefs.
• Culminates in a portfolio of work suitable for employment or further study.

Outline

Program Content:

• Creative Development Projects
• Media Theory and Practice
• Collaborative Projects
• Advanced Production Practices

Course Schedule:

• Lectures/seminars
• Workshops
• Collaborative projects
• Film screenings
• Independent research

Individual Modules:

• Creative Development Projects:
• Develop skills relevant to the program through lectures, seminars, and workshops.
• Gain experience in applied theory and practical work.
• May involve working in production teams.
• Media Theory and Practice:
• Develop critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Explore the theory and practice of media production.
• Contextualize the contemporary broadcasting and film environment.
• Collaborative Projects:
• Work on live briefs sourced from real clients and broadcasters.
• Pitch ideas to industry experts.
• Develop creative and critical skills through applied theory and practical work.
• Advanced Production Practices:
• Enhance skills in production craft.
• Prepare for the Final Major Practice Research Module.
• Offer opportunities to advance creative and technical skills.

Major Project Options:

• Dissertation:
• Demonstrate theoretical skills.
• Showcase creative and critical skills through self-directed research.
• Produce original and innovative work in contemporary media practice.
• Practice Research Project:
• Demonstrate both theoretical and practical skills.
• Showcase creative, technical, and critical skills through self-directed research.
• Produce original and innovative work in contemporary media practice.

Please note:

The availability of optional modules may vary each year.

Assessment

• Assessment methods:
• Creative projects portfolios and productions.
• Live briefs.
• Critical reflections.
• Presentations.
• Essays.
• Assessment criteria:
• Demonstrating original and innovative thinking.
• Applying theoretical knowledge to practical projects.
• Effectively communicating ideas and concepts.
• Collaborating effectively with others.

Teaching

• Teaching methods:
• Seminars.
• Storytelling and production practice workshops.
• Study of broadcast and editorial guidelines.
• Independent research.
• Collaborative project work.
• Film screenings.
• Experienced faculty:
• Liza Ryan Carter (Fine art, video art, freelance editor)
• Simon Stanton Sharma (Filmmaker, television director)
• Maire Tracey (Documentary filmmaker)
• Unique approaches:
• Focus on real-world industry experience.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities.
• Opportunity to work on live briefs and industry placements.

Careers

• Potential career paths:
• Editor
• Camerawork operator
• VFX artist
• Sound engineer
• Teacher
• Employment opportunities:
• 360 Media
• GranadaDock10
• Flix Facilities
• Farm Group Manchester
• BBC Natural History unit
• Graduate success:
• Secured professional roles in editing, camerawork, VFX, sound engineering, and teaching.

Other

• Industry collaboration:
• Opportunities to work on live briefs and gain valuable work experience.
• MediaCity facilities:
• Industry-standard TV studios.
• Television production facilities used by industry partners like Dock10 and ITV.
• Green screen facilities.
• Audio production facilities with Avid S6 consoles.
• MakerSpace with 3D scanners, printers, power tools, and art/craft materials.
• Stop-frame studio with animation booths and industry-standard equipment.
• Computer suites and editing studios with latest industry-standard software.
• Equipment stores with cameras, lighting kits, and microphones.
• Alumni network:
• Thriving alumni network across Greater Manchester and beyond.
The program offers a unique blend of theoretical knowledge, practical experience, and industry connections, preparing graduates for successful careers in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of television production.

| Type of study | Year | Fees | |---|---|---| | Full-time home | 2024/25 | £8,820.00 per year | | Full-time international | 2024/25 | £16,380.00 per year | | Full-time home | 2025/26 | £9,100.00 per year | | Full-time international | 2025/26 | £17,000.00 per year |