Another idea

I found a fellow students work based learning blog that inspired me to think about working at the Music Mill in Newton Abbot.



Here is a copy of John briddick's post about his first day working at the music mill:

"Today was my first day of Work Based Learning at The Mill Recording Studios. I must admit I was a little nervous going into today's session because I have had very little experience of working on the production side of things in a professional studio. Up until now I have had plenty of time recording in the studio as part of my college course, however being on the sound desk side of things and working with a private client was something very knew to me." Available at: http://johnbriddick.blogspot.com/ (Accessed on 07 January 2010)

I seem to have the opposite skills to John. I have lots of experiance producing behind a desk. I also have a lot of experiance in recording. The Music Mill would be a great placement as it is not that far to travel and the staff know me there.

I started to research into what major companies sell and promote computer music on a commercial bases. Whilst browsing in HMV (music store) I found that Ministry of sound occupied most of the compilations for sale of computer composed music.



I decided to visit Ministry of sound's web page and found this:

"Work Placement opportunities available at Ministry of Sound
We are always willing to give people the opportunity of training here at Ministry of Sound and an introduction to the music and media industries.
These placements will be unpaid but we will cover the cost of travel and lunch per day.

There are opportunities in the following departments:

A&R/Recordings
Graphic (Print) Design
Internet and New Media Design
Marketing
Legal (Must be studying law or a related course)

For all departments you must have strong computer skills (Mac skills for Graphic design) and have an interest in the music industry.
If applying for Design please include a sample of your work with your application.

To apply:

Applicants must be able to commit to 3 month work placement programme.

All applications must be sent by e-mail with a CV and cover letter.
Please clearly state which department it is you are applying for.

Work Placements:
Only apply if you are a full time student who requires a work placement as part of your course.
Workplacements@Ministryofsound.com

Only successful applicants will be contacted." Available at:http://www.ministryofsound.com/About/About.aspx?id=7 (Accessed on 06 January 2010)

This seems like the perfect chance for me to experience a company at work with computer based music. It's also got me thinking about promotion design work etc as i have relative experience using industry standard design software. The only problem is the work would be based in London. which means i would have to stay in London.

First thoughts

I have been thinking about different opportunities in the music industry that would cater for my passion of computer music. I first had a look at different festivals web pages to find out more about them.



Looking at Glastonbury's website gave me a rough understanding on what goes on there. The music is not exactly all my taste but that is not important. Glastonbury would be a great opportunity. By accessing the website I managed to get hold of the contact details needed to as such questions about work experience.

FDA Music Performance & Events Managment

As part of my course, I have been asked to document my planning and experience of work based learning during the two years of study. This enables me to apply academic study to workplace enviroments.

First I will be planning my approach to work based learning and employment with an open mind as I am not sure what part of the creative industries I would like to experiance. I then will update the blog with work placements I receive.