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Course Overview The "Photo Manipulation: Graphic Design Training" course is designed to teach you the fundamental principles of photo editing and graphic design, providing a solid foundation for creating visually striking imagery. This course covers the use of advanced tools and techniques, enabling learners to manipulate images creatively while maintaining high professional standards. Through a structured curriculum, students will explore various photo manipulation techniques, including colour correction, compositing, retouching, and applying creative effects. By the end of the course, learners will have the skills to produce high-quality graphic design work, enhancing their portfolio and expanding their career opportunities in the design field. Course Description This course delves into the core aspects of photo manipulation, equipping learners with essential skills to transform ordinary images into extraordinary works of art. Topics covered include advanced image editing tools, layer manipulation, masking, retouching techniques, and the creation of digital composites. Learners will also explore colour theory, typography, and composition, ensuring their designs are both technically proficient and aesthetically appealing. The course is structured to provide an in-depth understanding of the creative processes behind graphic design, with a focus on image enhancement and artistic expression. By the end of the course, students will be able to create complex graphic designs and refine their skills to a professional standard. Course Modules Module 01: Introduction to Photo Manipulation Overview of photo manipulation tools and techniques Key principles of image editing Understanding the graphic design process Module 02: Mastering Image Editing Tools In-depth exploration of Adobe Photoshop Working with layers, filters, and blending modes Basic and advanced selection tools Module 03: Colour Correction and Retouching Techniques for enhancing image colour Skin retouching and detail refinement Managing lighting and contrast Module 04: Compositing and Creative Effects Combining multiple images to create seamless compositions Adding special effects and textures Working with typography in designs Module 05: Final Project and Portfolio Development Applying learned techniques in a creative project Building a professional portfolio Preparing designs for various media formats (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to enhance their graphic design skills. Professionals aiming to advance their design portfolios. Beginners with an interest in photo manipulation and digital art. Anyone looking to pursue a career in creative industries such as advertising, marketing, or media. Career Path Graphic Designer Digital Media Specialist Visual Content Creator Advertising Designer Marketing and Brand Designer

Gain Confidence and Presence as a TV Presenter Course Overview: "Gain Confidence and Presence as a TV Presenter" is an engaging and comprehensive course designed for aspiring TV presenters who wish to enhance their on-screen presence. It covers the essential skills and knowledge required to succeed in this field, focusing on confidence-building, presenting techniques, and key industry practices. Learners will gain the ability to speak confidently in front of the camera, handle teleprompters, and create a professional showreel, ultimately helping them to establish a strong and compelling presence in the media. This course is ideal for those looking to build a career as a TV presenter, as it provides the tools and techniques needed to excel in both live and recorded broadcast settings. Course Description: This course delves into the core aspects of becoming a successful TV presenter, with a focus on building confidence and mastering key techniques. Participants will explore various topics such as understanding the role of a presenter, the qualifications and skills required, and the best practices for speaking in front of the camera. Additionally, the course covers teleprompter use, creating showreels, conducting interviews, and crafting scripts for effective presentation. Learners will gain valuable insights into the nuances of TV presenting, allowing them to present with clarity, confidence, and professionalism. By the end of the course, learners will have the knowledge and skills needed to step into the world of television presenting, whether for news, entertainment, or specialised broadcasts. Gain Confidence and Presence as a TV Presenter Curriculum: Module 01: Who is a TV Presenter? Module 02: Qualifications and Skills Required to Become a Presenter Module 03: Essentials to Become a Presenter Module 04: Talking To/ Speaking in Front of The Camera Module 05: Talk Back and Teleprompter Module 06: Creating a Showreel Module 07: Interviewing Techniques Module 08: Scripting Techniques (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to build a career as a TV presenter Professionals aiming to enhance their public speaking skills Beginners with an interest in media and broadcasting Those looking to improve their on-screen presence and confidence Career Path: TV Presenter News Anchor Broadcast Journalist Entertainment Host Media Consultant Radio Presenter Content Creator for TV or Online Platforms

Comic Book Animation in After Effects Course Overview This course on Comic Book Animation in After Effects offers a comprehensive introduction to creating dynamic comic-style animations using industry-standard software. Learners will explore essential techniques such as halftone image creation and designing engaging title animations, equipping them with the skills to produce visually compelling animated content. By mastering these tools and concepts, participants will enhance their creative portfolio and develop valuable expertise applicable to graphic design, animation, and digital media projects. The course is designed to guide learners through each stage of the animation process with clear instructions, ensuring they gain confidence and competence in applying After Effects to comic book-style visuals. Whether for personal creative projects or professional development, this course provides a solid foundation for animators and designers interested in this unique artistic style. Course Description This course delves into the techniques of animating comic book visuals within Adobe After Effects, starting from fundamental principles to more advanced animation effects. Topics include creating distinctive halftone patterns to mimic classic comic aesthetics and crafting dynamic title animations that capture attention. Learners will experience a structured learning journey, covering key software features, layer management, and animation principles tailored to comic art styles. Throughout the course, participants will build their ability to manipulate graphic elements creatively, enhancing storytelling through animation. The instructional approach emphasises clarity and progression, enabling learners to produce polished animations suitable for multimedia projects, marketing content, or entertainment media. Graduates will possess a versatile skill set relevant to digital animation, graphic design, and visual effects industries in the UK and beyond. Comic Book Animation in After Effects Curriculum: Module 01: Introduction Module 02: Create Halftone Images Module 03: Create a Comic Book Title Animation (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to develop skills in comic book-style animation. Professionals aiming to enhance their digital animation and graphic design portfolio. Beginners with an interest in animation and digital visual effects. Creatives looking to specialise in comic-inspired multimedia content. Career Path Motion Graphics Animator Digital Content Creator Graphic Designer specialising in animation Visual Effects Artist Multimedia Producer

Metaphysics Course Overview This Metaphysics course offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental principles underlying reality, existence, and the nature of being. Learners will delve into key metaphysical concepts such as existence, causality, and the relationship between mind and matter. Designed to deepen philosophical understanding, the course also examines the historical development of metaphysical thought alongside its influence on religion, spirituality, and modern New Age beliefs. Participants will gain critical thinking skills, enhancing their ability to analyse abstract ideas and apply them in philosophical, religious, or cultural contexts. By completing this course, learners will build a strong intellectual foundation for further study or professional work involving philosophy, theology, counselling, or holistic disciplines. Course Description This detailed course covers the breadth of metaphysical inquiry, beginning with an introduction to its core subjects and evolving through historical perspectives from ancient to contemporary times. Topics include fundamental questions about existence, the supernatural, and the intersection of metaphysics with religion and occultism. Learners will engage with new metaphysical concepts emerging from the New Age movement and critically examine their cultural significance. The learning experience emphasises analytical reasoning and reflective thought, encouraging students to evaluate complex ideas and theories. Skills developed include philosophical analysis, conceptual clarity, and an enhanced understanding of diverse belief systems, preparing learners for roles that require insight into metaphysical and spiritual frameworks. Metaphysics Curriculum Module 01: Introduction to Metaphysics Module 02: Core Subjects of Metaphysics Module 03: History of Metaphysics Module 04: Fundamental Questions of Existence Module 05: New Age Movement and Metaphysics Module 06: Metaphysics and the Supernatural Module 07: Metaphysics, Religion and Occultism Module 08: Other Metaphysical Concepts (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of philosophical concepts. Professionals aiming to enhance their knowledge in theology or spiritual counselling. Beginners with an interest in philosophy, spirituality, or metaphysical studies. Those exploring careers in holistic, religious, or cultural education fields. Career Path Philosophy lecturer or researcher Spiritual or holistic counsellor Religious studies advisor or educator Author or content creator in metaphysical and spiritual topics Cultural consultant or community facilitator

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DATE: Wednesday 4th December TIME: 4pm LOCATION: Studio A Ever had questions on how to find and deliver work as a freelancer in the film industry? Worry no more, as Max Albrecht, creator and sole trader of Critical Mask Pictures, will be coming in to provide insight and understanding of this mystifying field for you. Whatever queries you have, however much you're uncertain of, Max will be able to dispel all concerns related to this crucial area of the filmmaking world.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for novice database developers, database administrators, Business Intelligence developers, report creators, and application developers who have an understanding of relational database concepts and have basic Windows navigation skills. Overview Create single table SELECT queries Create multiple table SELECT queries Filter and sort data Insert, update, and delete data Query data using built-in functions Create queries that aggregate data Create subqueries Create queries that use table expressions Use UNION, INTERSECT, and EXCEPT on multiple sets of data Implement window functions in queries Use PIVOT and GROUPING SETS in queries Use stored procedures in queries Add error handling to queries Use transactions in queries This five-day instructor-led course is intended for IT professionals who wish to use the Transact-SQL language to query and configure Microsoft SQL Server. Students are typically database developers and database administrators, but might also be Business Intelligence developers, report creators, or application developers. In this course, students learn how to query single tables, join data from multiple tables, filter and sort data, modify data, use procedures and functions, and implement error handling. Prerequisites Basic understanding of relational databases. Basic Windows knowledge. Module 1: Introduction to Transact-SQL What is Transact-SQL The SELECT statement The WHERE clause Sorting results Calculations CASE expressions Module 2: Joining tables with Transact-SQL The JOIN clause Inner joins Outer joins Self joins and cross joins Module 3: Filtering and sorting results Implement the ORDER BY clause Filter data with the WHERE clause Limit the number of rows returned by a query Implement NULL logic Module 4: SQL Server data types Understand data types Implement string data types Implement temporal data types Module 5: Inserting, updating and deleting data Insert new records Update existing records Delete data Module 6: Using SQL Server functions with Transact-SQL Understand function types in SQL Server Convert data using functions Implement logical functions Work with NULL data using functions Module 7: Aggregating data with Transact-SQL Implement aggregation in SQL Server Group records in SQL Server Filter aggregated data Module 8: Implement subqueries with Transact-SQL Implement scalar and multi-valued sub-queries Implement correlated subqueries Implement existence checks with subqueries Module 9: Create queries that use table expressions Create views Create table-valued functions Implement derived tables Implement common table expressions Module 10: Use UNION, INTERSECT, EXCEPT and APPLY on multiple sets of data Write queries with the UNION operator Write queries with the INTERSECT and EXCEPT operators Write queries with the APPLY operator Module 11: Implement window functions in queries Understand window functions Impement window functions Module 12: Use PIVOT and grouping sets in queries Implement PIVOT in queries Implement grouping sets in queries Module 13: Use stored procedures in queries Query data with stored procedures Interact with stored procedures using input and output parameters Write simple stored procedures Pass dynamic SQL to SQL Server Module 14: Implement programming features in Transact-SQL Understand T-SQL programming elements Implement loops and conditions in T-SQL queries Module 15: Add error handling to queries Understand SQL Server error handling Implemet structured exception handling Module 16: Use transactions in queries Understand database transactions Implement transactions in T-SQL

Course Overview This comprehensive course on "Complete After Effects for Graphic Design" is designed to equip learners with the skills necessary to use After Effects effectively in graphic design. Covering everything from creating visual effects and patterns to generating artwork from scratch, this course helps learners develop a deep understanding of After Effects tools and techniques. Learners will gain the confidence to create sophisticated animations and special effects that enhance their design projects. With practical lessons and a focus on industry-relevant skills, this course provides invaluable value to anyone looking to strengthen their graphic design capabilities using After Effects. Course Description In this course, learners will dive deep into the essential features of After Effects, including creating special effects, working with patterns and textures, and generating artwork from minimal input. The course takes a structured approach, starting with a solid introduction to After Effects, followed by advanced techniques for creating visually engaging content. By the end of the course, learners will be able to produce impressive animations and effects for use in graphic design projects. Throughout the course, learners will refine their understanding of animation principles and the software's advanced features, equipping them with the skills to implement creative ideas in a professional context. Course Modules Module 01: Introduction Introduction to After Effects interface Understanding key concepts in animation and motion design Navigating the timeline and workspace Module 02: Creating Special Effects Using effects and presets Creating cinematic effects for design Layering techniques and animation adjustments Module 03: Creating Patterns and Textures Working with textures and patterns Developing seamless loops and animated backgrounds Customising effects to suit design projects Module 04: Generating Artwork from (Almost) Nothing Techniques for generating artwork using basic shapes Exploring fractal animations and procedural design Using plugins to expand creative possibilities Module 05: Where to Go from Here Understanding next steps in advancing your After Effects skills Recommended resources for further learning Tips for building a professional portfolio (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to enhance their graphic design expertise. Professionals aiming to integrate animation and effects into their design projects. Beginners with an interest in digital design and animation. Designers wishing to improve their proficiency with After Effects. Career Path Graphic Designer Motion Graphics Designer Visual Effects Artist Animation Artist Digital Content Creator

Front End Web Development Training for Everyone Course Overview This Front End Web Development Training for Everyone offers a comprehensive introduction to creating dynamic, visually appealing websites using the latest technologies. Learners will explore essential web development concepts, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and popular frameworks such as Bootstrap and jQuery. The course is designed to equip participants with the skills to build responsive, user-friendly web pages, from basic layouts to advanced interactive features. By the end, learners will have developed a professional portfolio showcasing their abilities, preparing them for roles in web development or enhancing their current careers. This training is suitable for all levels, providing a structured pathway from fundamental principles to advanced techniques, ensuring a solid foundation in front-end development. Course Description This detailed course covers the entire front-end development process, beginning with foundational web design principles and progressing to advanced programming features. Learners will gain expertise in styling with CSS, creating smooth transitions, and managing data types within JavaScript. The curriculum also introduces jQuery for efficient DOM manipulation and Bootstrap’s grid system for responsive design. Emphasis is placed on understanding code structure and functionality to create engaging websites. Throughout the course, participants will build a portfolio page that demonstrates their new skills in real-world scenarios. The learning experience blends conceptual knowledge with applied coding challenges, ensuring learners develop both the technical and creative aspects required for effective front-end development in today’s digital environment. Front End Web Development Training for Everyone Curriculum: Module 01: Complete Front-End Development Journey Module 02: Cascading Style Sheet Module 03: Transitions And Data Types Module 04: Advanced JavaScript And Its Features Module 05: JQuery And Selectors Module 06: Bootstrap And Grid System Module 07: Creating Portfolio Page (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to start a career in front-end web development. Professionals aiming to enhance their web design and coding skills. Beginners with an interest in website creation and digital design. Anyone wanting to build a solid foundation in modern web technologies. Career Path Front-End Developer Web Designer UI/UX Developer Junior Web Programmer Digital Content Creator