NERVE CENTRE SEEKS
NEW RECRUITS FOR ITS COURSES

The Nerve Centre is now accepting applicants for it's award winning courses.

There are a number of Full Time training opportunities with accredited courses available in Interactive Media, Sound Recording, Television and Video Production and Music Performance and Production.

DIPLOMA IN MEDIA TECHNIQUES
Television and Video
City & Guilds Level 3

This comprehensive video production techniques course provides students with the opportunity to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to create high quality video productions.

All areas (pre-production, production and post-production) are thoroughly
investigated theoretically and practically with particular attention being paid to scriptwriting, story boarding, camera techniques, lighting, editing and effects.

Participants work on a diverse range of productions, short dramas, pop videos and promotional videos for local groups as well as playing an active role in the
international Foyle Film Festival. 

* Assessment is by examination and practical work.
* Start date: September 2007.

Contact: jim@nerve-centre.org.uk or 028 7126 0562

DIPLOMA IN MEDIA TECHNIQUES
Creative Media & Design
City & Guilds NVQ Level 3

Considering a career within the Media Industry? Gain skills and knowledge of the essential elements of quality media production, including sound, video, graphic design and Flash animation using industry standard software and equipment.

If you have ever wanted to do a course that has its finger on the pulse and covers all the creative media bases in this fast moving environment, then this course may well be the one for you.

Former trainees are working in related careers of graphic design, web design and DVD building.

* Assessment is by examination and practical work.
* Start date: September 2007.

Contact: richard@nerve-centre.org.uk or 028 7126 0562

SOUND RECORDING TECHNIQUES
NOCN
Level 3

Participants receive expert advice and training in all areas of sound recording from experienced and qualified sound engineers. This course provides a practical hands-on learning experience in the recording process using state of the art facilities.

Musicians, prospective sound engineers, budding producers and DJs are just some of the people who utilise the resources available to record artists, learn about the latest digital recording technology, mixing, effects, processors and staple recording techniques such as overdubbing, drop-ins and editing. 

Former trainees are now working in various positions within the music industry
as recording studio managers, engineers, stage technicians, recording artists, music retailers and producers.

* Assessment is completion of portfolio and practical examination.
* Start Date: September 2007.

Contact: nim@nerve-centre.org.uk or 028 7126 0562

MUSIC PERFORMANCE & TECHNOLOGY
NOCN
Level 3

This year the Nerve Centre has re-configured its music course, with a concentrated focus on the performing musician. Anyone considering a career in the music industry will find the range of practical skills and knowledge offered on this course invaluable.

This course provides a comprehensive look at the creative side of music with new units in songwriting, dj techniques and digital music composition; you will also be given the opportunity to work and crew on Nerve Centre events as part of the course.

Participants will also learn about midi, sound recording and sound reinforcement (PA).

* Assessment is by examination and practical work
* Start Date: September 2007

Contact: m.mcgill@nerve-centre.org.uk or 028 7126 0562

ELIGIBILITY
Full Time Courses: To be eligible for full time courses applicants need to
be at least 16 years of age. Applications from school leavers aged 16 years and over are welcome.

Allowances: Educational Maintenance Allowances are payable to those participants who are eligible.

Please contact us directly if you have a query about eligibility.

For further information on courses or an application form contact:
The Nerve Centre, 7-8 Magazine Street , Derry , BT48 6HJ
T: 028 71 260562  E:m.mcgill@nerve-centre.org.uk  

The application forms shall be available to download from August 2007 at the web address below. www.nerve-centre.org.uk