Transferable Skills

Skills which can be adapted to different working environments and circumstances are referred to as transferable skills. While studying media for the past two years, I have picked up a few skills that would be useful in using in a media profession. In this post I will go through the various skills which I have picked up in media and explain how they may be useful to me in a media profession. 

ICT skills                                                                                    

To begin the first skill I will discuss is ICT skills, which has been a skill I have used almost every lesson in media, and throughout the two years has developed even further. As the majority of our assignments are based on the mac's, we are constantly using different software programs to present our work on. These include Microsoft word, powerpoint, excel etc. Another program that we're constantly in use of is blogger, which for me was a new experience as I had never used it before starting media. Other software programs used were final cut pro, which is mainly for editing each production that has been completed. This software is useful and will be transferable in a media environment when editing films, TV shows or even music videos. Therefore again showing that ICT skills are vital and very transferable to the workplace. It also shows that although this skill may be quite boring because of the fact that there isn't anything very uplifting when using Microsoft office, it can also be quite fun and exciting when using platforms such as final cut pro.

Final Cut Pro 

The editing software that I used for editing my videos was Final Cut Pro. Before taking on the media course I had no previous experience with the program. Since starting the course I has picked up some crucial editing skills which I know will aid me if I wanted to work for a media company editing film content for example. The powerpoint shown above is a tutorial I create for my unit 16 work (as it is an editing unit). The powerpoint shows how I used Final Cut Pro to edit the short single camera film in my unit 1 and 22, where I discussed the editing made to the sound, graphics and lighting of the film. This skill of being able to edit a film's content is transferable to a work environment because it is something which most people would not have had the opportunity to learn, this therefore is not only useful in the media profession but can be useful in a wider context. 

Microsoft (excel)

The first Microsoft program I will discuss is Excel, which was one I found myself constantly having to use in order to present my work neatly, and use for most of the pre production work such as the shooting script. I had previous experience using excel, however it was not the usual amount as I would use it in media. The skills I picked up here were being able to enter in information  for each shot of a scene for instance or and create calculations for the pie charts used for our music video research. Again these skills are almost always going to be needed in most jobs today, which means that being able to go into a job having had past experience with Microsoft in media, will stand me in good stead for the job I want to pursue. 

Teamwork Skills                                                                       

Teamwork is another skill that i improved, during the course. Having to work in groups to be able to make a production, apart from the documentary, meant that we had to work as a team. Working on pitches, the actual production, the evaluation and the editing stage, as a group meant that we needed to have, good communication with each other in order to give out tasks and roles to each other, to set up dates where we would film, designing a production schedule, listening to each others idea's and taking in all ideas into account and making sure that everyone participates in the production. Having to do focus groups in order to receive feedback on the finished project, arranging what questions each member of the group would ask, allocating roles then as well. Teamwork requires good organisation among us to be able to arrange dates to film, meet deadlines for unit's, making sure we manage our time effectively. 

Pitches

Communication Skills                                                         

Communication is one of , if not the most important skill needed in any profession. Focusing on the communication needed in my media course, I had to use this skill in almost every task I was given. The times I needed this skill the most was in my pitches and focus groups for ideas I had for productions, and also for my voice over productions. Where I probably didn't need it as much was in the research and written tasks where I didn't need to speak with people. 

The clip above conveys how my group and I used the skill of communication effectively when carrying out a focus group for our music video (unit 29). Firstly, before the focus group was together we needed to gather people in order for them to participate and give their opinions. This required us to communicate with them and tell them exactly what we wanted them to do. 

Organisation Skills                                                                            

Planning

Planning is another area in organisational skills. Almost every subject studied in schools require planning as it is the backbone of everything successful. During the two years spent in media, I have found more and more that planning is this essential. For instance, planning came into good use for the first production I ever made in media. This was my short film from unit 1 & 22, where I needed to be organised and coordinated with everything I was doing or thinking of doing. The planning I did here was pre-production documents which are completed in prior to making the film, these included a shooting script, risk assessment, call sheets, location recce, release forms, prop list, cast list and crew list. Without these documents I will not have been able to even begin filming any footage. This is because the shooting script was useful in giving me direction for the details of each shot, the risk assessment will act as a reassurance that we have taken into consideration all the hazards possible just in case of a real life incident. Again, effective planning comes from good organisational skills and this also requires you to put everything in a single document where it can all be found. Here is an example of my pre-production documents that were done for unit 30 (Advertisement). 

Practical Skills 

The camera language that i learnt, the camera movements, angles, and shot types have all reflected onto the productions that i have made, they can have a big role to play in the shooting stage and getting a variety of different shots, means that you have more footage to work with in the editing stage, also the more shot types and angles you have in a production it will keep the audience engaged more as they will looking at a scene from a different perspective and be more engaged, and not be bored by looking at the same thing all the time. Learning and knowing the various camera language has allowed me to apply them to the productions I have made and will make. 

Research Skills 

Research skills are very transferable and are almost adaptable to every job there is. Throughout studying media research has been the primary and possibly most important thing we needed to cover as it is what we need in order to add depth into our blog work. For instance in our unit 16, where the task was the history of editing, we needed to research the web so that we got accurate dates and information. Another unit where research was important is unit 27 which was the factual programming unit where we produced our documentaries. This unit required us to research into existing documentaries and the various styles in order to understand the ins and outs of a documentary and to build on our existing knowledge on the subject. 

Career Development

After graduating from sixth form with a QCF Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Media Studies, I may decide that I want to further my experiences and studies in this field by taking up a course, or an apprenticeship or an internship.  In this essay I will research three main types of routes available to students wanting a career in the media industry and in particular the TV and Film industries. Then I can consider which route I would potentially take if I wanted to continue learning about media. 

University 

Firstly, one route into the media industry is through academic courses which are usually found or taught in institutes of higher education such as a university. These will usually last for a period of 3 years, however this may vary depending on the course structure.

Bournemouth University - Media Production Course 

Above is a screen grab of the media course in Bournemouth University. This course is open to all students who have an interest in media or media production, and is tailored to giving students the text book knowledge they need through an academic procedure. This is done by developing the students in each year of study. For example, on the first year of the media production course at Bournemouth University, some of the units include: Developing Arguments which is an introduction into the critical thinking and learning processes involved in studying media at academic level and beyond. Another unit called Digital Film helps learners ''explore the principles and practice of digital film production and workflows, including pre-production, production and post-production considerations''. Moving on to the next two years of studying for a media production degree, the core units include Fictional Production which is meant to ''extend both your practical skills and your critical understanding of fictional forms and content, examining the similarities and differences in practice across media''. Finally, the last year (year 3) gives you the option of either completing a 4-week or 30-week work placement during the course. 

From looking into the university course, I have found that this route into the media industry can be quite rigorous as it involves a heavy work load in terms of coursework and exams. Each year is slowly moulding you into the perfect candidate for a media company. It does this by allowing you to build up your knowledge and understanding of what it takes for a professional life as a media guru. As a student you'd want to present yourself to future employers as a fit, eligible candidate who is keen and has ambitions to become a successful person in the media industry. This can be shown through the degree, where students who have taken up an apprenticeship or work experience would not have. You're also showing the prospective employer that you're well equipped academically to start a career in the media industry , whether that be in TV , Film, Radio, News print etc. 

Apprenticeships / Internships 
Another path into the media industry is through gaining experience on the job through an internship or an apprenticeship. These courses are designed to give students the ability to become more employable through showing that they already have experience, and are not just coming into the industry as a university student might do for example. The apprenticeship I am going to be looking at is with the media organisation called 'Met Film School'. This is the leading provider of film training in London. The Met School is well known for its successful programmes which they provide for students who are looking to work for a media company one day. They also have masterclasses from industry professionals who act as mentors for the students, this is a huge benefit to a student wanting to learn and develop their understanding of the ins and outs of the media profession. 

Work Experience Programmes 

Another route into the media industry is through taking up a work experience programme and gaining knowledge through that. One experience I took up was during my time with Creative Sparkworks a media charity where I took up a film course, where I was given the task to go out and film someone else's film. As part of the crew my job was to unpack all cameras + tripods, lights and lens's. The location was an old warehouse owned by the famous Freddie Notes & The Rudies. 

Here I am holding the black magic camera, filming Prince who is playing the role of a homeless teenager, who has reached this stage due to difficulties at home and getting kicked out of school. The work experience programme allowed me to develop an idea for a short film, be able to pitch it to a pool of 10-15 students and tutors and then film and edit it. 

I was assigned to the steadicam , which I was satisfied with because I feel much more better using it in terms of positioning it correctly to get the best shots. I reckon I got some really successful shots,
making sure that I went along with what the actor wanted, whether that be angles or shot types. Again, I gained hands-on experience through taking up a work experience with a media company. This has given me the confidence in handling and operating a camera and other various pieces of equipment, which is a positive because it means that I can go out into the media industry with good experience in using professional equipment. 

Exploring Media Trade Fairs

A media trade fair is an exhibition where media institutes in various areas ie ; film/TV/Radio etc, promote their services or products. The most important point here is that it is a method of recruitment where individuals are able to network and build relationships with those who are already in this industry. I will be researching into one of the UK's leading trade fair providers and explaining the benefits an aspiring individual hoping to start a career in the media industry would gain. 

Firstly, the BVE provide workshops and seminars which are timetabled and are open for the public to come and engage themselves with. This is one of the company's strongest assets because it has allowed thousands of individuals to get that 'foot in the door' in the media industry. For instance they have a workshop called connected media Europe which will be commencing in 2017, and is aimed to give individuals an insight into the modern day technologies which they use to interact with others anywhere. This exhibition will not only benefit the individual who is coming to visit and learn but also the exhibitors show casting the event, who will benefit from their prospective employees purchasing and gaining insight into their products/ services. 

Elliot Grove, is the founder/director of Raindance Film Festival, which is another successful media institute in the UK. He, in the video above is being interviewed by BVE . His company, very similar to BVE provide trade fairs and other opportunities such as as apprenticeships BTEC / Degree courses. During the interview Elliot and many others talk about the wider benefits of having a provider like the BVE and Raindance to provide trade fairs where prospective employees would want to get that first hand experience with the latest ''gear''. They also mention the importance of having an opportunity like this for these potential employees, not only because of their benefit but also for the sake of the employers or exhibitors to meet and potentially employ these candidates. 

I think that as technology grows and evolves it is important for those in the industry who are producing and distributing our TV shows, films etc, should have an excellent standard of knowledge so that the content we are provided with is of good standard, making it compatible with competitors on a worldwide scale. 

There are many reasons why a prospective employee would visit a trade fair, and there are also reasons why a trade fair would want prospective candidates to visit them. Firstly, the BVE have over 330 exhibitors across 8 sectors , therefore it is the ultimate opportunity to network with professionals, with experience in their careers. This will stand you in good stead when looking for a job or courses in the media industry. The networking will also benefit the exhibitor as they are able to promote and market their products, whether it be a camera or even a tripod. Another reason why you may benefit from attending a trade fair, would be that you're provided with hands on sessions where you can discover and experiment with the latest technologies in the current market, all whilst talking to the manufacturers themselves. This can also benefit the person exhibiting because they are again marketing and promoting their products, this will benefit the candidate viewing the product as it will allow them as Elliot Grove said ...''to access not just any information, but the latest information''.

Developing Technologies

The development of technology for decades now has allowed for the television and film industries to provide a better viewing experience for their audiences. Before the 20th century there was no such thing as television- or at least for the public, it was available in crude experimental forms in the late 1920s. It became available for the public to buy black and white television sets in America and Britain, after WWII had ended. With the introduction of television, came about analogue viewing on television which was the beginning of how people would view television shows. 

I will discuss the benefits of analogue TV and how this improved the audiences viewing experiences, then I will go on to discuss how this developing into digital broadcasting. 

What is analogue?

Analogue is the original television technology which uses analogue signals to transmits video and analogue to the television. 

This method of watching television was the beginning of the development of the television industry, as there was no other method of television delivery until the 1950s. The method involved the encoding of image and sound information which is transmitted as an analogue signal which is them composed of amplitude and/or frequency, this then appears on your television screen. 

Although, it was the start of something revolutionary which would later develop into a fast growing successful industry there were also many cons involved at the time it had started. 

Firstly, analogue provided the television audience with a motion picture which was all in all better than reality as it meant people could develop broadcasting ideas. This would benefit an audiences watching experience as they are now able to watch something on their TV's (even if it was a 9 by 9 inch) without having to experience it real life. 

However, one thing which was probably a con, was the resolution and image quality on screen. Although it was exciting to now have the pleasure of watching something on TV whilst sat at home on your living room sofa, it was also disappointing to endure bad quality picture quality because of a satellite issue for example. The analogue screen is said to be very ''fuzzy'' at times, not only this but as the image is moving, it makes the quality even more unclear. Not forgetting the sound and how this may vary from time to time depending on the satellite quality.
Another way analogue improved the audiences viewing experiences is in film. This is because film's were now filmed digitally using a digital camera and then edited on a computer software such as final cut pro, this would replace filming on camera reel's and then physically cutting and sticking the reel's together to edit, which would obviously take up a lot of time and effort. This was a huge benefit to the audiences watching as it meant they were experiencing far better quality images in film, which would make it more engaging to them and keep them watching. It also meant that the audiences were getting the films they were waiting for much quicker than before, which would also add to their viewing experience.

What is digital?

Digital broadcasting came into existence in 2012, where a switch over took place from analogue television. This started on 17th October 2007 and was completed on 24th October 2012. This allowed for huge growth in the media industry with regards to film and especially television benefiting the most. This allowed for the audiences watching the various service broadcasters the chance to experience a more advanced version of their shows, but this time with better quality. 

One obvious advantage of digital TV to the audience is that they get to watch with better picture and reception quality. This is because unlike analogue the signals are more concise ; this allows for the various channels to occupy the same air space. There is also an improvement in the sound compared to analogue TV, this is because the reception is less affected by the weather. 

Another impact this had on television and film, was that it brought about better graphical quality. Where before there was black and white television and film, now using digital, production teams were able to use colour and even CGI to create fake characters and locations/ backgrounds.  This in turn improved the viewing experiences of the audience. Above is the a video showing the visual effects behind the film 'The Avengers' where almost all the way through the film digital plays a massive role in the use of CGI effects as part of the editing. 

The video on the left shows exactly the differences and similarities between analogue and digital. It is essential to understand this because it is the only way of knowing which is better in terms of the audiences viewing experience, considering that technology has in fact developed.  

The Internet

The internet is or has become a huge tool in our everyday lives, whether that be for a social or educational reason. The more technology continues to evolve the greater and more powerful the internet becomes. This in turn has aided our viewing experience on the internet, where the different platforms such as YouTube, Netflix, Amazon Prime etc allow us to continue watching the TV shows/ Films we've missed.  

Once connected to the Internet, users can access Internet services and various other platforms such as Youtube, twitter and many more.  It will improve the viewers as they will have various different platforms to visit and ca entertain themselves. There is a lot of freedom on what you can watch as you tube has various different channels that people can watch. The Internet also gives people the chance to get a subscription for Netflix and they can watch films on that without having to go to the cinema.

SkyGo

The internet can also be used to spread trailers on websites such as IMDb (Internet Movie Database) or YouTube. People can search the internet for sneak peeks on the latest films, find out who is in the film, learn the storyline and find fan websites dedicated to getting more people interested in a franchise. Sky and other television companies have websites like Sky Go which allows you to access channels, programmes and recorded items via devices connected to the internet such as an Ipad or tablet. This also means that if you missed a programme you can catch up, for example, you can use BBC iplayer which allows you to see, or re-see, all the content of the past couple of weeks. This gives the audience more chance to watch films and television and the company can monitor how many people are watching the programmes to gather information on how popular it is. Audiences are now able to sign up for subscriptions to websites that allows the audience to stream films and programmes.  Another advantage is that you can shop online which means you don't have to go out to the shop and you can shop online and have the good delivered to your door. It also means that people that compare prices and see what prices suit them. The disadvantage of using the Internet is that spending too much time on the Internet can affect your physical and mental health. Such people can become reclusive and lonely. This could lead to low self-esteem and a whole psychosomatic conditions.
Below is a video showing the development of technology in television from standard TV to 4K TV. This is recent development which has transformed the way audiences view television and has enhanced the television industry. 4K television as mentioned in the video, ''refers to the number of pixels that a TV has'' which takes up as much resolution as a standard television, but the difference is that it shows a more crisp and  sharper content.Thus this is one of the reasons why 4K TV is benefiting the modern day audiences.

Showreel + Playlist Of All Productions

Above is a playlist that I have put together of all of my productions in media throughout the last two years, including pitchs, focus groups, rehearsals and voice over slideshows. This is to make sure that everything is together in one place and is also clearly accessible. As I have explained in the showreel above I have pick-up many useful skills along the way, whether that was through the theory or practical side of production and planning.  

Broadcasting Act 1990

Independent Television Commission

The Broadcasting Act 1990 was created by the UK parliament, this was through the support of the conservative party (which was the party in power at the time) , in carrying it through the parliamentary stages whilst it was still a bill. As Margret Thatcher was the prime minister at the time, the act was often regarded as 'thatcherism'. Margret Thatcher described British broadcasting as "the last bastion of restrictive practices".  The act allowed for there to be a huge amendment or reform of British broadcasting. This however resulted in the termination of the Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) which is was the regulatory body in the UK for commercial television such as ITV and Channel 4. This was replaced by the Independent television commission (ITC) which then regulate these commercial channels. The act also established the Channel 4 television corporation to run Channel 4, which was regulated by the ITC. 

Independent Broadcasting Authority 

 Once the act had been passed, it impacted many areas of the British television industry. The impact was good but mostly it had a negative effect on how things were carried out making and most certainly regulated. Firstly, the biggest impact it had was the replacement of the IBA with the ITC. This was impacted because it now meant that they merged together the form was is known as OFCOM. Subsequently,  this meant that the television industry was more liberal in what it was able to broadcast on TV, without the risk of it being cancelled or taken off air. This was in a way deregulating television to allow for the industry to grow in creativity and develop ideas, in order to keep up with other major competition such as American TV. 

Another impact that the act had was giving the ITC more power than the IBA over the regulating of both terrestrial and non-terrestrial channels. This deregulation had a positive impact on companies who were able to set up  TV channels, which created a variety in choice in the British television industry. This changed was described by David Waddington as ''a massive expansion in choice''.  

The Independent Television Commission's role was to licence and regulate commercial television in the UK. This included regulating the existing fifteen channels as well as ITV, and channel 4. The ITC was then merged with IBA in 2003 and became known as OFCOM, which was done through the communications act 2003, they now regulate television and radio in the UK. 

The Broadcasting Act 1990 allowed for the final terrestrial channel to be created before television moved to digital. This was Channel 5 and was created in 1997. 

 In my opinion I think it was an overall good thing, to have an extra channel be created through this act. This is because it opens up and allows for opportunity in innovating broadcasting ideas, developing them and creating change through those ideas, which will inevitably impact on British television. The fact that the act had an effect in regulation also makes it a ''good'' thing in terms of the creation of the final terrestrial channel.  The BBC makes much of their own content - known as 'in- house' production - as well as commissioning content from independent producers. Although editorial decisions are for the BBC Executive, the trust has a number of specific duties in the area. For example Original Productions - the BBC Executive and Ofcom must agree an appropriate proportion of programming to be made in the UK outside the M25 area.

Around a quarter of BBCs revenues come from its commercial arm BBC Worldwide, which sells BBC programmes and services internationally and also distributes the BBCs international 24-hour English-language news service BBC World News. Rupert Murdoch profited from the Act as he was bringing in more companies to the UK. This was a good thing because the audience would have more variety of channels to watch and even some international channels as well. However, its bad because everyone is paying a license fee which is pricey. But in order to watch these you need to pay and plus the audience are getting original content so its worth paying the money. 

Ethical Issues

What are ethics?

These are the moral principles that define how a person or group acts. I am going to be explaining how ethical issues are approached in the TV and Film industries.

Many people mistake ethics with morals, which is completely fine because they do have interlinks. Focusing on TV and Film, there is no need legally for institutions to act in an ethical manner or nave ethical/ moral values, it may cause them to be badly represented to their audiences however they will not face legal consequences. Having said that, the idea of ethics plays a major role in everyone if not most people's lives and so media institutes find the need to implement them in their products. One of the biggest issues is the employability in some media companies, whether it is balanced in the number of ethnic minorities employed compared to those who are white or of a white background. Although media companies want to shed light on those ethnic minority groups by giving them a voice in Film or on TV, they still need to consider the way in which they represent them and whether this goes against ethical standards. If they are represented in a negative way the media can have a massive impact on people's opinions and influence them, there could be a breach in morals and ethical obligations of broadcasters and companies. Additionally, we may see ethics as an objective matter because of it being tied to society and what society values and believes in. However, as someone's ethics can change and/or develop over time it is likely that it may in fact be based more on a subjective view point. This means that what you value and believe in morally may not necessarily be what I value or believe.  Relating this idea to the TV and Film industries, in particular the TV industry, is what is or can be ethical to show? Issues as small as profanity or nudity can create controversy as parents for instance may not want their children to hear/see these things as they're watching TV, which can easily influence them to want to copy what they see/hear.  With films, there is the BBFC which can categories films with the age rating so they can show 'un-ethical' things such as murder, nudity etc as they have placed an age limit on it, which allows there to be some control over the audience and what they can/cannot watch. As TV is more universal and generally watched more than Films or Music videos, broadcasters in each channel have to follow ethical obligations and a set of rules, these can also be referred to as a 'code'. 

Code of practice

BBC's codes of practice 

The BBC's code of practice is to make sure all the producers and directors give everyone a equal opportunity regardless of age,sex,race etc. The producers must comply with all the anti-discrimination legislation that was brought forward, the BBC is aiming to act in an objective,integral, and confidential way, fairness and honesty in dealing with all their workers and trying to uphold their ethics that they have. They have written in the codes of practice that they will promote equal opportunities for everyone, in the past this was not necessarily the case, it was more dominant with white male's. in the modern times however the equal opportunities and how ethics have changed have made it more diverse and due to the legislation to promote equal opportunities in the BBC's code of practice. The BBC in their Code of practice is to also ensure impartiality in their news and to be objective. The BBC's is the national television so they have to represent the minorities, a good example is that there are now different races of news presenters which represent them in a good way. The minorities are now having a voice and are being shown on screen which allows them to be represented on national TV. The BBC also supports that all staff should be trained within the industry and to have equal opportunities in having promotions.   

'Love me, Love my face'

This is an example of where the BBC have upheld on disability, through showing an individual who is suffering from a condition but is still doing well. The BBC documentary is called 'Love me, Love my face'. This clearly shows that the BBC are conforming to there equal opportunities policy. This allows for minority groups to be represented in a positive way, and allows for the minority groups to be shown on national TV. This is ethically correct to make sure everyone has a voice and can express their opinions and views. The male shown in the clip (Jonno Lancaster) tells his story about how his medical condition has given him the push and drive to ''live life to the fullest'' , and has even given him a loving girlfriend and companion. This is shown at the point 2:54 where he is seen with his girlfriend on the ITV show 'This Morning' with the hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. This shows the BBC being flexible in filming the couple in another channel's studio. Not only this but we can clearly see that the couple are also represented as a flexible couple who don't let conditions such as Jonno's get in their way. This is shown at the point 8:41 where Jonno is seen working out in the gym, and getting fit, which shows the audience that he is living a normal life and that his condition is not a restraints or restriction for anything he wants to do. The BBC are upholding their codes of practice regarding the equality for all and in this case equality for the disabled. 

'The Undateables' 


Additionally, another example shown below is the show 'The Undateables' which is a BBC show. This clearly shows that the BBC are conforming to there equal opportunities policy. This allows for minority groups to be represented in a positive way, and allows for the minority groups to be shown on national TV. This is ethically correct to make sure everyone has a voice and can express their opinions and views. 

This clearly shows that the BBC are conforming to there equal opportunities policy. This allows for minority groups to be represented in a positive way, and allows for the minority groups to be shown on national TV. This is ethically correct to make sure everyone has a voice and can express their opinions and views. This clearly shows that the BBC are conforming to there equal opportunities policy. This allows for minority groups to be represented in a positive way, and allows for the minority groups to be shown on national TV. This is ethically correct to make sure everyone has a voice and can express their opinions and views. 

Emerging social concerns

Disability

Society is bonded together by what is right and wrong, or in other words everyone has a moral belief/ principle in which they use to enforce how they act or speak or live etc. Social concerns on specific issues is always continuing and will continue until it is resolved. I will be looking into some of the noted social concerns in the UK , and more specifically in London. Firstly, one major social concern most of us share is discrimination and the exploitation of certain ethnic groups or religious groups. The BBC series 'The Real Housewives of ISIS' is a show which is broadcast in the UK and since it's first appearance has received major concern from the public on the BBC breaking their codes of practice on what to show and what not to show. 

Real Housewives of ISIS

The image to the left shows a headline from the Mail online article, where a number of public opinions were stressed, showing the amount of concern they all share. The issue of discrimination is a very controversial one which many people feel strongly about. In this instance it is almost being made fun of through a television documentary. The BBC's audience to this show have clearly expressed their opinions on what they consider to be a ''tasteless and insensitive comedy show'' as shown in the headline. To the left is a comment on Facebook by Vanessa Beeley who is a investigative journalist focused on the middle east.

This has been a social concern for a long time and so the news and through and series allows for the media to relay this information to the public as they have a right too know about these topics and issues, as it is society's problem. 

Child grooming 

Child grooming is another major social issue and concern in our everyday lives. Many people don't realise it but it has a big effect on families across the UK in particular. It is an issue that definitely needs to be looked into more and investigated. I would say that this is the case because like gangs / crimes and other issues it effects a wide scope of people who suffer from it or know people who are effected by it. 

Online child grooming 

Here is an example of a real life child grooming case, which was reported by the BBC almost two years ago last Sunday. This event is a clear example of child grooming and how it as an issue is seen as ethnically or morally against society. The case involved five men who were grooming at least 1,400 children online and in some cases even raping them. This is an issue which would spark debates on the safety of the internet to young children and how acts such as these can be avoided. In this case the five men who were convicted of the child grooming of these children, and can be seen on the right, are all (or appear to be) of Asian descent. Although, it may not mean anything to the case, it is in society's interest that the five men are of an ethnic minority group. This is because it is often assumed (or is stereotyped) that most criminal acts are committed by those who come from ethnic backgrounds.