Apply for this course on our application system by selecting ‘Work Based Learning’ in the department drop-down list. Then select the course
Traineeship In TV, Film & Audio Practices
Applicants who are currently in receipt of a Social Welfare payment may continue to receive that payment for the duration of the course.
The course will be a blend of in person college classes combined with a work placement with a media company’
Start Date: September 2026
Completion Date: June 2027
QQI Level 6:
Industry Workshops, Guest Speakers and Field Trips are part of the course.
This course will give you the opportunity to gain work placement with major media companies in Ireland and train in technical media production skills. It is a fully funded training programme which includes software, equipment, guest speakers, industry certification and excursions. Work and Train with likeminded media professionals in an exciting environment while gaining the skills to enable you to work in the TV & Film industry.
There are no fees for Traineeship courses. You could be entitled to Travel or a Meal Allowance. If you are on a Department of Social Welfare payment you may be able to continue to receive your payments, you should check with your DSP officer.
Applicants should have previous media experience or a QQI L5 or equivalent qualification in a relevant area.
Applicants will be called for interview and should present a portfolio of media related work. For example, short videos, TikToks, Social media content, photographs, scripts etc.
Applicants must have a willingness to learn on the job and ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Applicants whose first language is not English may be asked to complete an English proficiency test prior to acceptance.
For more information, please contact the Course Director, Ray Coleman at ray.coleman@cdcfe.cdetb.ie
Apply for this course on our application system by selecting ‘Work Based Learning’ in the department drop-down list. Then select the course
Traineeship In TV, Film & Audio Practices
Applicants outside of the EU must hold a Stamp 4 letter in order to be eligible to apply for the programme.
| College | City of Dublin FET College, Dhúlaigh, Northeast Campus |
| Course ID | 202163 |
| Course Location | EU |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 17 |
| Course Category | Film & Media, Media |
| Course Type | Practical |
| Course Fee | no fees |
| Entry Requirements | Entry Requirements Applicants should have previous media experience or a QQI L5 or equivalent qualification in a relevant area. Applicants will be called for interview and should present a portfolio of media related work. For example, short videos, TikToks, Social media content, photographs, scripts etc. Applicants must have a willingness to learn on the job and ability to work in a fast paced environment. Applicants whose first language is not English may be asked to complete an English proficiency test prior to acceptance. For more information, please contact the Course Director, Ray Coleman at ray.coleman@cdcfe.cdetb.ie |
| Career Path | This course will give you the opportunity to gain work placement with major media companies in Ireland and train in technical media production skills. It is a fully funded training programme which includes software, equipment, guest speakers, industry certification and excursions. Work and Train with likeminded media professionals in an exciting environment while gaining the skills to enable you to work in the TV & Film industry. |
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