So we had our first class on the CMP module this week and after splitting the group in two (meeting bi-weekly and keeping the teaching part manageable), I am in GROUP A. We were asked about our thoughts and ideas for this project and a lot of people have opened for the development of an EP. I think this is something to do with the St. Helen's students having just come straight from a performance-based course. Ironically, my choice would be more production-based I guess, which is what my pre-requisite degree is about.
There was another student that also thought of and is interested in developing a short radio programme; I forget her name. I'm sure we will introduce ourselves and share some ideas.
Dani looked relieved when she asked me what I thought about the use of language. I went through the learning outcomes we were given and thought of buzz words to work with; under language, I noted a whole bunch including things such as regional acknowledgment, use of voice and delivery, accent, choice of words, national or local audience.. It made me think. Who is my audience?
I will be creating this piece of work for me, but am I inadvertently creating a demo tape? Or a show reel? If I aim this at a local or niche audience, am I ruling out my skills in radio for a national audience? Equally, if I make it a national audience affair, am I not honing the skills I may need to get on the ladder?
After all, newspaper journalists don't start at the Times... Food for thought.
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