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Free BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Skills Course in Upminster

CostFREE
Duration43 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start24 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Skills Course in Upminster. Classes run at Upminster Library, part-time on Thursday mornings.

The course runs over 43 weeks and focuses on video production skills. You'll plan and structure video projects, apply camera techniques, and record high-quality audio. You'll also edit footage using professional methods and explore how to tell stories through moving image. By the end, you'll have a portfolio of your own work to show potential employers.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Certificate in Creative Media Skills.

Who this course is for

"This qualification develops your technical and creative abilities in video production, preparing you for further study or entry-level roles in the media industry. It�s ideal for learners who want to move beyond the basics and start producing more structured, polished video content.

Throughout this course you will:

  • Plan and structure video projects with a clear purpose and creative direction.
  • Apply a range of camera techniques suited to different types of content.
  • Record high-quality audio to enhance your productions.
  • Edit footage using industry-inspired methods to create professional-looking videos.
  • Explore storytelling techniques and learn how to communicate effectively through moving image

You�ll learn how to plan, shoot and edit your own videos using real techniques used in the media industry. By the end, you�ll have your own projects to show off�perfect if you�re thinking about a future in media or content creation."

What you will learn

  • You'll plan and structure video projects with a clear creative direction.
  • You'll apply a range of camera techniques suited to different content types.
  • You'll record high-quality audio to support your productions.
  • You'll edit footage using professional methods to create polished videos.
  • You'll use storytelling techniques to communicate through moving image.
  • You'll build a portfolio of completed video projects.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom. Work is assessed through projects and assignments rather than exams. Each session runs for four hours, giving you time to develop and apply your skills. You'll produce real video work throughout the course, which forms the basis of your assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Upminster Library will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Video producer, creates video content for businesses or organisations.
  • Content creator, produces video for social media and online platforms.
  • Media assistant, supports production teams on shoots and edits.
  • Junior video editor, edits footage for agencies or in-house teams.
  • Digital marketing assistant, creates video content as part of wider campaigns.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC in Creative Media Production, a natural next step for deeper study in film, TV, or digital media.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media, suited to those aiming for higher education in media or film.
  • A university foundation year in media or film production, building on your Level 2 BTEC creative media skills qualification.
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