The Stephen Longfellow Academy worked with Channel 4 and their 4 Schools programme to promote a wide range of opportunities to students within the creative media sector.

Students in years 9 & 10 engaged in a practical workshop called “Have a go”. In the workshop, students were tasked with creating an advert for TV programme and worked in small groups. Students also learned about different jobs in the creative media sector and how a programme goes from the idea stage to production. The workshop was delivered by Channel 4 Schools facilitator Michael Longhi, supported by Mr Gill (Careers Officer) and Ms Folli (Art Teacher).

Our work with Channel 4, supports The Stephen Longfellow Academy to meet Gatsby Benchmark 4 (Linking curriculum learning to Careers) and Gatsby benchmark 5 (Encounters with Employers) which all constitute to good careers practice.

The workshop plan details can be seen below:

Students enjoyed the session and feedback was positive from the students involved. This can be seen below.

87% said the workshop had helped them learn about different jobs in creative media.

75% said they enjoyed the workshop.

75% said they would recommend the workshop to other students.

Art Teacher: Ms Folli commented:

“Students enjoyed creating their own TV shows. Students were able to be creative and their ideas were met with enthusiasm and guidance.  Students learned about opportunities available to them which they may not have known about. Students were able to draw upon their own interests which sparked engagement.”