Bob McCreadie of Pirate FM

Pirate FM is a local radio station braodcasting throughout Cornwall and Bob McCreadie is the breakfast show host. He came in today to record a voiceover for the documentary that Jack and Ben are making about regenerating Hayle. The professional nature of the package is remarkable with archive footage edited together with filmed footage to highlight th need for a Pioneerium in Hayle.

BBC BLAST

The BBC Blast team set up there BATVAN at Penwith College today. The team ran a series of workshops with students from Humphry Davy School. Students had to create a radio advert using audio equipmpent and software. Using MACs and editing software. A film crew recorded the event and gathered vox pops and footage that they will edit together next week as part of a work experience brief for the BBC.

Hayle Social Enterprise (Jack, Ben)

Ben and Jack have been working in a very professional manner and have spent hours recording footage and filming on location in Hayle. They are coming in beyond term time to complete the video as their partner would like to show it before screenings in the digital cinema 'screen machine' which is visiting Hayle at the height of summer. The product is a promotional video raising awareness about the trust and their aims to develop a Pioneerium. Interviews have been recorded and edited alongside some archive footage of railways and the once thriving port, which was a cradle of the indutrial revolution. Bob McCready of Pirate FM is coming in to record a voiceover next Friday so the finished product should be of broadcast quality. I for one have been very impressed by the dedication, attention to detail and high expectations of the two students involved.

www.jackreynoldsinteract.blogspot.com

As sometimes happens the production takes over and the recording and reflection in the form of a diary or blog takes a back seat. The assignment briefs lay out what is required in terms of recording the process and these two must ensure that all learning outcomes are addressed. Jack has blog entries throughout the process with some reflection on progress. The dates make it clear that evaluation is happening throughout and decisions and revisions are clearly outlined. Ben will pull it all together over the summer.

Penwith Radio (Sam, Martin, Joe)

Julian Horner at Penwith Radio is very pleased with the influx of young talent for his radio station. Martin and Joe are now co-hosting a regular broadcast aimed at attracting a younger audience to the community radio station which broadcasts online. Martin began by observing a broadcast and being interviewed about local clubs and restaurants so he became a reviewer and whats on expert. The next week he got more involved and drove the desk, changed the music and used the jingles. He then hosted his own show. He now has a regular slot at 6-8pm on a Friday playing hip-hop, R 'n' B and funky house.

www.joeinteeraction.blogspot.com

Evidence and a journal is required by the start of the academic year. Sam is busy editing together a two hour show. The first hour is rock based and the second focuses on house music. He has links in between songs which need some diting so that they are more audible. Sam is getting used to Logic Pro and has recorded the links in a studio. He has given a demo broadcast to his partner to respond to.

Interacting with a radio station is a good choice as it can lead to work experience and develops links with the community. It may also provide a life long hobby or lead to a career. It definitely allows you to develop skills in presentation, interviewing and communication. Ever conscious of an audience it allows you to be self-critical and improve speaking and listening skills.

www.mothraleo.blogspot.com

Tre Project (Daniella , Bi)

Bi and Daniella are working on the Tre Project using archive footage of Penlee lifeboat, helicopter rescues and footage of the terrible gales that can blow up around the someties savage coast of West Penwith. Biyan's father recounts his memories of his time in the ambulance service and in particular the terrible events in 1981 when members of the Penlee lifeboat service lost their lives trying to rescue seamen in force ten gales. A sensitive piece edited usung the interview, archive footage and peaceful music to evoke the mood. Barbara Santi of awen productions provided the footage and the inspiration for the idea and is keen to see the completed project in the new academic year. At the moment Biyan needs to cut the edit down as she is learning that not all the research gathered needs to be used. Selection of material is a key skill and sometimes less is more. Considering the audience and the project that you are creating this piece for is essential.

www.unit3biyanli.blogspot.com

www.unit3daniellagriffiths.blogspot.com

Daniella's blog does evidence some of the primary research visits and iterviews and there is some description of the process. Blogs are regular but there needs to be analysis of progress and more detail to gain the higher mark bands. Bi's blog must be updated to provide a record of the production. It is easier to reflect as you are going along. Bi ensures me that she has edits ready to post but she would like to perfect them.