Starting out in the creative industry can seem complicated sometimes, but it doesn’t have to be. Enrolling on a free adult learning course could be just the thing you need to transition to your dream creative job!
Okay, it might seem daunting at first – it can be tough making sure you have the correct training to be deemed the most desirable candidate for the specified pathway or figuring out how to stand out in the ever-changing landscape.
But there are ways to combat this without scrapping your bachelor’s degree or your “false start” on the corporate ladder.
Just because you’ve committed to a job you don’t enjoy, doesn’t mean you have to stick with it. Or maybe you studied accounting at university and you’ve now realised it’s not for you. It’s perfectly normal, many of our adult learners have gone through the same thing as you.
Free adult learning courses can be an effective way for you to get a foothold in the creative sector. Most creatives will proclaim that creative experience is essential for getting a career in the creative arts, that’s why we offer a range of free short courses for adult learners who meet the criteria.
Running for four weeks and primarily online learning, completing a BCE adult learning short course will increase your chances of attracting employers, helping you develop the practical skills you need to succeed.
Each course is designed to enhance your understanding of the subject and increase your chances of employability by helping you develop essential industry skills, gain real-life experience and graduate with a recognised industry qualification.
You’ll get the opportunity to apply your skills on a live project brief and presentation, plus all the tutors are industry professionals with real-world experience and knowledge, so you’ll definitely get some valuable insight from them!
Let’s take a closer look at each subject and the potential career paths each adult learning course can lead you to.
App Design
On this free App Design course, you will learn how to kickstart your app design career, designing your own fully-functioning app to promote your creative talents. The course shows you how to create your own App using Adobe XD and Google Play Store and how to develop an idea for a mobile app that promotes and provides content and information on a product or business idea.
Career opportunities include UI/UX Designer, Full Stack Developer, Software Engineer and Games Designer.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/app-design/
Coding for Creatives
On this free coding course you have the opportunity to learn key skills in Unity 3D and interactive apps and media. You will learn entry level coding skills and produce an explainer video to showcase your skills, which you can include in your portfolio. You’ll also learn how to use the C# programming language, Visual Studio integrated development environment and Unity 3D game engine to create interactive apps, games, animations and FX sequences.
Employment possibilities in this field include App Developer, Interactive Media Specialist, Generative Artist, Games Development, Freelancer Developer and Website Developer.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/coding-for-creatives/
Content Creation for Social Media
Content Creation for Social Media is the process of producing dynamic and engaging content to communicate ideas and information. On this free content creation course, you’ll learn key skills in social media marketing, such as how to create a posting schedule and how to create eye catching graphics, and get to grips with editing software such as Adobe Premiere Rush and VistaCreate.
Possible roles after graduating include Social Media Specialist, Video Editor, UI and Graphic Designer, Visual Storyteller, Digital Communication Specialist, Digital Marketing Executive and Content Marketing Specialist.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/content-creation-for-social-media/
Creative Media Production
This free media production course is your chance to learn key production processes and techniques from industry insiders, where you’ll study the creation and application of treatments, production schedules, scripts and storyboards. You’ll also learn camera and production techniques, including composition and frame selection, as well as the post-production process using software like Adobe Premiere Pro.
This course could lead to employment as a Content Creator, Video Editor, Camera Operator, Visual Storyteller, Photographer, Film Producer or Cinematographer.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/creative-media-production/
Digital Marketing
On this free digital marketing course you’ll learn the core skills needed to work in a rapidly expanding industry, including the fundamentals of SEO and how businesses can improve visibility through search engines, the steps to create a successful marketing campaign by utilising the 7Ps, customer lifecycle and inbound methodology, and developing a social content marketing strategy to generate awareness and engagement.
This course could lead to roles as a Social Media Specialist, Influencer, SEO Specialist, Ecommerce, Content Marketer, PPC Marketer, Digital Communication Executive or Affiliate Marketing Specialist.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/digital-marketing/
Graphic Design
On this free graphic design course you will learn colour theory, typography and composition throughout the design process from brief to digital output. You’ll also explore design techniques using industry-standard software and learn how to deliver digital assets to various client specifications.
Roles within this field include Graphic Designer, Website Designer, UX Designer, Marketing Specialist and Freelance Designer, among many others.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/graphic-design/
Soundtrack for Creative Media
This is a free music production course for film and TV, so you’ll learn all the techniques needed to create original epic music and utilise musical cues to convey feelings. You will discover audio production techniques in the field in order to capture good quality dialogue recordings and also learn how to create all of the sound effects and other production elements that lead to a successful TV or film production.
After studying this course, you could break into a career as an Audio Editor, Sound Composer, Sound Editor, Music Supervisor, Sound Effects Designer, Foley Artist or Technical Sound Designer.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/soundtrack-for-creative-media/
Photography
This free photography course will teach you key skills in using, shooting and editing your own photographs. You’ll explore manual camera settings to learn about lighting, colour, composition and posing a subject, in a variety of genres including portrait, product and food, photojournalism, action and architectural photography. You’ll also learn about digital editing processing techniques using industry-standard software.
Employment possibilities include a Photographer, Film/Image Editor, Art Director, Graphic Design, Press photographer Television Camera Operator and a Magazine Editor.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/photography/
Podcasting Fundamentals
On this free podcasting course, you’ll learn everything you need to start your own podcasting career or to promote your creative talents by creating engaging podcast content for your very own style of podcast or a business brief. You’ll also learn key skills in hosting, recording and editing your own podcasts.
Studying this course could lead to roles such as Influencer, Podcast Marketer, Podcast Producer, Virtual Event Producer, Audio Story Editor, Podcast Creative Assistant, Partnership Marketer and Podcast Editor.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/podcasting-fundamentals/
Web Design for Creatives
On this free web design course, you’ll work on your own personalised project and develop the core skills of web design to promote yourself or a business, whilst learning how to embed your social media content into your website, designing and building your very own website on Webflow.
This course could lead to roles such as Graphic Designer, Website Designer, UX Designer, Marketing Specialist, Freelance Web Developer or Front-end Developer.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/web-design-for-creatives/
2D Animation
If you want to take your first steps to becoming an animator or you’re interested in the industry, this free 2D animation course will teach you how to create dynamic and engaging animations for YouTube, Instagram and other creative media content. You’ll master the art of 2D animation, learning key skills in animation, editing, After Effects and more.
This could lead to opportunities such as Video Editor, 3D Modeler, Content Creator, Stop Motion Animator, Animation Director, Storyboard Artist and Character Animator.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/2d-animation/
VFX & Editing
This free VFX & Editing course will prepare you for a role in the media industry, providing you with all the core skills you need to build your career as an in-demand VFX editor. You’ll learn how to develop creative concepts, storyboard your ideas and produce visual effects using industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.
Employment pathways include VFX Runner, VFX Editor, Production Assistant, VFX Artist, Compositing Artist, Video Editor and Animator.
Visit the course page here: http://bigcreative.education/aeb/vfx-editing/
Are you ready to enrol?
It is never too late to retrain or change your career path. Big Creative Education offers a range of adult learning courses to kickstart your creative career and help you make the switch.
To be eligible for the free courses, you must fulfil the following criteria:
- 19+ years old as of August 31st 2021
- Must have lived in the UK/EU for at least 3 years
- Must live at a London postcode
- Must have a National Insurance number
- Must not be in full-time education
- Must be unemployed
Upon completion of the course, you will also be introduced to Heather, BCE’s employment coach, who will be able to offer one-to-one employment support to help you get the most out of your course and your creative career.
For more information, contact Student Services today.
