Creative Apprenticeship Technical Theatre, Level 2
(Costume & Wardrobe)
Angels are delighted to announce that in conjunction with Amersham and Wickham College they will be offering 3 Creative Apprenticeships to young people in 2011 giving them the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification whilst working in paid employment at the worlds largest and most well known Costume House.
The Creative Apprenticeship in Technical Theatre is a course developed with the creative industries to find and train a new generation of technicians for this ever changing industry.
What does the programme involve?
The Apprenticeship framework programme consists of three elements:
National Award in Technical Theatre (Costume & Wardrobe), Level 2
You will complete a total of 6 units of competence which will be assessed in the work place by your personal assessor:
- Cleaning up own work area
- Fitting and altering costumes and accessories
- Dressing performers
- Maintaining costumes and equipment
- Organising the wardrobe
- Sourcing costumes, materials and equipment
Certificate in Creative and Cultural Practice Level 2
You will complete a supporting qualification to ensure you have the required knowledge to work in the creative industries. These 4 modules will be delivered in the classroom. You will be required to submit written work and to deliver presentations as assessments.
- Understanding creative and cultural businesses
- Understanding how to develop creative and cultural ideas
- Understanding the creative and cultural industries
- Working in the creative and cultural sectors
This will all be delivered at Angels The Costumiers over a maximum 12 month period.
To apply you must be at least 16 years old and not have a level 4 or above qualification. So, if you already have a degree you are not eligible for this programme.
Key Skills
If you do not hold the relevant GCSE grades in Maths and English, you will complete a total of two key skills which will be assessed in the workplace and you may be required to take an exam depending on your current qualifications in:
- Communication L1
- Application of Number L1
A strong academic background is not essential - more important is a strong interest in film, a love of history and fashion and a well organised mind. Do you love clothes and have a good eye for style but have no interest in design? Perhaps you have an interest in Military history or are interested in war-gaming?
If you have good organisation skills and are flexible and enthusiastic, this could be the career for you!
To get more information or to apply please contact the National Apprenticeship Service https://apprenticeshipvacancymatchingservice.lsc.gov.uk. You can also email: apprentices@angels.uk.com or contact Shelley Thompson at Angels The Costumiers, 1 Garrick Road, London NW9 6AA.
Applications will close on 8 April 2011.