Typically educational institutions wind down as the term draws to a close, however nothing about ELAM is typical! The last week was filled with exciting site visits from our fantastic industry partners, a legendary Masterclass with notable UK rapper Giggs, a Games Festival, and a trip to the Young Vic! Read on for a snapshot of everything that went down…
Playstation: Project mentoring for Y13 Games
Big thank you to our friends at Playstation for holding two mentoring sessions for our year 13 Games Design trainees. The trainees were given valuable industry advice on their final projects, and will be using these sessions to build on the fantastic work they have already produced.
Giggs Masterclass
Our trainees were thrilled to be joined by the notable artist that is Giggs. The lecture hall was filled with trainees who were keen to hear all about his journey in the industry and trainees were given the chance to ask questions and get advice from a seasoned artist. A big shout out to everyone involved and a special thanks to Giggs and his team for coming down.
Lammas Park: Project mentoring for Y13 Film
Our year 13 Film and TV trainees were graced with a visit from Lammas Park, Steve McQueen’s production company (the production behind the hit BBC drama ‘Small Axe’, directed by McQueen). On Tuesday they came down to carry out a mentoring session, helping to support them in the finalisation of their projects.
A&R Visit from UMPG/ Island Records
Any opportunity for industry feedback is so important our young musicians so a big thanks to UMPG and Island Records for coming down to listen to and speak with our Music trainees!
ELAM Presents… Games Festival
Our Games Festival on Wednesday was a huge success! We are so proud of our Games department and trainees. Many of you came to see and experience what Game Design at ELAM is all about, but don't stop there! Check out these E-Games; all playable games designed by our trainees. Thank you so much to our industry partners for coming down to support us: Creative Assembly, Sports Interactive, Curve Games and The Cyber Nerds. If you were thinking about studying Game Design at ELAM... click here to apply now for 2022.
English Trip to the Young Vic Theatre to meet Kwame Kwei-Armah
Our A Level English trainees took a trip down to Southbank to meet Kwame Kwei-Armah, the extraordinary playwright, actor, singer, broadcaster, director and current Artistic Director of the Young Vic. It was a great chance for them to speak to one of the writers of their studied text, as well as learn more about him and his creative journey.