The impact of embedding reflection into film and television production management training

Beedles, Perelandra

Abstract

Abstract

In the realm of higher education within the creative arts, it is imperative to instil a reflective approach in students. While reflection is often a component of assessment criteria for written assignments, it is frequently overlooked in curricula for technical training within film and television production degrees. This oversight neglects the growing need for reflective practitioners in the media industry.

To address this issue, the research presented in this session introduced an educational toolkit named 'Reflective Reels' to early career Television Production Managers. This toolkit included breakout sessions for reflection, production journals, and video diaries. By emphasizing the practicality of reflection as a tool that can be directly linked to action, this approach views training as a dynamic process that combines technical knowledge and intellectual agility.

The name 'Reflective Reels' is a nod to the film and television industry, while also showcasing how each step of knowledge retention and reflection can be effortlessly intertwined, much like the reels of a film. Ultimately, this toolkit empowers learners to create novel processes and interpretations of training action

Citation

Beedles, P. (2024, March). The impact of embedding reflection into film and television production management training. Presented at Reflective Reels – The Impact of Embedding Reflection into Film and Television Production Management Training, Edge Hill University

• Presentation Conference Type: Other
• Conference Name: Reflective Reels – The Impact of Embedding Reflection into Film and Television Production Management Training
• Conference Location: Edge Hill University
• Start Date: Mar 25, 2024
• End Date: Mar 25, 2024
• Deposit Date: Jun 20, 2024
• Series Title: Television Studies Seminar Series
• Publisher URL: https://sites.edgehill.ac.uk/tvresearchgroup/television-studies-seminar-series/