Free BTEC Level 3 Digital Film and Video Production Course in Saint Helens. Classes run at Cowley International College, full-time over two years. You'll develop technical skills in single camera techniques, storyboarding, and film editing. The course builds toward producing a short film or trailer, then takes you further into responding to a real client brief to create a moving image product. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English Language. This free BTEC digital film and video production qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel.
Who this course is for
The Creative Digital Film and Video Production course is designed to provide a technical introduction to digital film and video production. Learners develop skills in areas such as single camera techniques, storyboarding and film editing. Students will develop the necessary skills needed to produce a short film or trailer and then expand their knowledge and skills further to respond to a brief from a client to produce a moving image product to help with their business.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs or equivalent, grade 9 - 4, including Maths and English Language
What you will learn
You'll develop single camera filming techniques for professional-quality footage.
You'll create storyboards to plan and structure film projects.
You'll edit footage using digital film editing tools and software.
You'll produce a short film or trailer from concept to finished cut.
You'll respond to a client brief to create a moving image product for a business.
You'll build an understanding of the technical and creative processes behind video production.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical project work at Cowley International College. Assessment is through assignments and a portfolio of work, including your own film and video productions. You'll complete units covering technical skills and creative production, with work assessed against Pearson Edexcel's BTEC criteria. There are no written exams for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cowley International College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Video editor: cutting and assembling footage for TV, online, or corporate clients.
Camera operator: filming for broadcast, events, or commercial productions.
Content creator: producing video content for brands and social media channels.
Production assistant: supporting film and TV shoots on set.
Videographer: filming weddings, events, and promotional videos.
Motion graphics artist: combining video and animation for digital media.
Digital media technician: managing video assets and production workflows.
What you could study next
HNC or HND in Film and Television Production: a higher-level vocational route into broadcast and production roles.
BA (Hons) in Film Production or Media Production: a degree for those wanting to specialise further in directing, editing, or screenwriting.
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Creative Media Production: a broader qualification covering additional media disciplines alongside film and video.
