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Issue 27 | Spring 2008

Beyond the
classroom
The JMC Academy is delighted to announce a
formal internship arrangement with leading
Australian production company Beyond
International (Beyond).
Since 1985, Beyond has become a major entertainment company. Today, the
company is involved in a range of activities relating to the creation, sale and
distribution of television, feature films and ancillary products to both local and
Jesse Cripps
international markets.
Some of Beyond’s better known productions include Mythbusters, What’s
Good For You, Stingers, Halifax fp, Hot Property/Auctions, Beyond 2000,
and the acclaimed mini series Day of the Roses. The company has also been
involved in the international success of feature films such as The Crossing,
Strictly Ballroom, Love Serenade, Chopper and Lantana.
Most recently, four JMC Academy third year Digital Television Production
students had the enviable opportunity of taking on an internship role at
Beyond. Here is what two of the students, Stuart Rowe and Jesse Cripps
had to say.

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Stuart Rowe
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What did your duties involve at Beyond?
J: I sourced props from various locations around Sydney. I also
dressed various sets for a TV series that is being released in
November. That was quite exciting.
S: My job was to transcribe footage and log them, so if there
were interviews I would have to capture everything word for
word. I also went through archive footage from documentaries
and Logged them. I was interested to learn how footage was
put together. I did some research for specific genres to find
ideas for a reality show. I got to prepare cameras and go out on
a shoot which was pretty awesome.

How were you chosen for the internship?
J: I applied for the position advertised in class and was
selected on application and motivation levels.

On the JOb
S: Michael Rampe, Head of DTV told our class about the
internships, he told us that we were to apply for them as if we
were going for a job and he would pick the candidates. There
were five internships going out and I applied for one of them.

What was the most important thing you learned on the job?
Welcome to a new section of JMC Academy News, where J: I learnt how to deal with other crew members and how to get
we take a quick snapshot of current students ‘on the job’. what you want them to do in a professional manner.

Many of our current students enjoy the diversity of S: After coming from JMC, the skills learnt here were put into
combining their studies with relevant and valuable work real situations and I was surprised with how easily the skills I
contributions to industry. This not only enables them to had learnt here transferred into what I was doing. Sometimes
build a unique portfolio of work even before they graduate, you don’t realise how much you are learning until you are out
there in the work place.
but enhances their understanding and practical application
of concepts taught in class.
Has it enhanced the way you now approach your JMC
studies?
Elise Tasker J: Yes it was an eye opener because everything that was
Second year Audio Engineering and Sound Production taught here at JMC was so relevant in the industry.
student, Sydney campus. S: Yes it has given me a more professional attitude towards my
Recent Project: Through her job at Norwest Productions, study. It has helped me realise I need to make the most of my
Elise played an instrumental role in the sound set-up at the time here and learn all that I can, so I can successfully graduate
recent MTV Awards at Australian Technology Park. Elise and put what I’ve learnt into practice.
has also worked on productions for Keith Urban and other
In what way has it helped shape what you want to do when
legendary performers.
you graduate from JMC Academy?
J: It has played a major role in my decision to be in production.
Like that old saying goes ‘If you do something you love, you’ll
never work a day in your life”, so that’s my plan.
S: It has given me an overview of documentary productions,
but more specifically it’s shown me how it is all put together ie.
Editing and how the story unfolds within a real life situation.
It appears that Jesse and Stuart were not the only ones to
benefit from this experience. Beyond Productions gave both
students a glowing reference recommending them to future
employers and expressed their gratitude for their diligent
contribution. We look forward to equally positive feedback on
our other Beyond interns.
Aimee Rocks in the USA
JMC Academy Melbourne Popular Music and Performance student was approaching the end of
her Bachelor Degree when she was discovered by RPJ Promotions Manager, Leigh Johnson whilst
playing a gig at Revolver in Prahran.
Originally from Brighton in Melbourne, Aimee attended St. Aimee is currently living in North Hollywood where she is close to
Leonard’s College in Patterson River before furthering her studies the recording studio. “As an entertainer this is definitely the best
at the JMC Academy. Aimee has been passionate about music place to be right now whilst I’m focusing on my music career.”
all her life. Today, Aimee describes her music as a combination of
When asked what she most enjoyed about her Popular Music and
commercial rock and pop, with influences from The Baby Animals,
Performance course at JMC Academy, Aimee says “learning from
The Rolling Stones and Aerosmith.
people’s experiences has opened up my eyes. It has especially
The talented solo artist, who sings and plays guitar, went to the been great to learn more about the business side of the course.
United States last year to meet with potential producers for her What I definitely valued most however, was guitar tuition with
debut album ‘Somethin’ Like That’. ‘Somethin’ Like That,’ is based legendary guitarist John Dallimore. He is amazing. It’s fantastic to
around the pop/rock genre and all of the songs have been written learn from teachers of such high calibre.”
by the talented up and coming young solo artist. Two tracks for
“[JMC Academy] prides itself on producing the finest quality
the record were recorded locally in Melbourne at Kick’s Studio with
graduates from within the creative industries. JMC is dedicated
Andrew DeSilva, who has worked with various local artists such as
to providing top industry qualified trainers for its students.
Ricky Lee from Australian idol. The other tracks were worked on at
Teachers there have been nominated and won Arias, worked with
Henson Studios in Hollywood, LA.
international artists and are highly recognised in their professions.”

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MELBO
U Student Awards Showcase
Just a reminder to book your tickets for the upcoming showcases. The
matinee performances are dedicated to High School students, teachers
and friends. Matinee tickets are available to school groups by phoning
Melbourne (03) 9696 4117 or Sydney (02) 9281 8899.
The evening performance is a show for current JMC Academy students,
Alumni, VIP guests, parents and friends. Tickets available at reception or
by phoning your local campus. Book early to avoid missing out as tickets
will sell fast! Details available in Diary Dates section of this newsletter.
Alumni profile
Name: Shayne Hood
Studied: Entertainment Business Management

ALUM “We try to provide
opportunities for
young people in the
Currently:

Most useful piece of advice or information gained from your course? Hooded
Ink is a Music Lifestyle Company. We are a Management Firm, Production Shop,
Record Label, Artists Assistance Agency (Hooded Ink Artist Connect) and an Event
Management Company.
Manager of own company Hooded Ink.

What sorts of artists do you manage? We currently manage UK artist Motley (also
signed to The Hooded Ink Record Label), Justice & Kaos (Aria nominated and UMA
award winners), DJ A-Style (Victorian DMC champion) and DJ Simon Sez. Hooded Ink
basically works with artists who bring diversity. We are not genre specific.

Have you recruited JMC Academy students before? Yes, we have hired a few
students from the JMC Academy. It makes it easier when you have people working
music industry. They with you who have a good grounding in the theory required to be successful in this
are generally success- industry.
driven, hungry and What does the future hold for Hooded Ink? We are always looking to expand our
ambitious.” management roster if the right act comes along, but at the moment we are building
our independent Record Label. We have just signed UK artist ‘Motley’ as the first
project, so he is our main focus at the moment.
How valuable was your learning experience at JMC? JMC Academy was great
for theoretical experience. It was especially beneficial combining this with a balance
of work placement and practical application.
What did you most enjoy about your course? Marketing was my favourite part of
the course. I like the creative edge of business. The marketing knowledge I obtained
at JMC has led me to put together creative business plans and extremely successful
sponsorship proposals.

OPEN NOW Enrolments for 2009 March course intake. Phone 5 November Third Year recital and final performance, farewell
DIARY

your local campus for a tour of our facilities. party. Civic Theatre. Tickets at the door.
Call Marketing and Recruitment in Sydney 10 November 6:30pm: Second and Third year students
(02) 9281 8899, Brisbane (07) 3846 5166 or perform at Corner Hotel, 57 Swan Street
Melbourne (03) 9696 4117. On-line applications Richmond. Tickets available at the door.
available at www.jmcacademy.edu.au.
11 November 12.00pm and 6.30pm. 2008 JMC Academy
NOW Applications now available (Sydney and student Awards and Showcase, Sydney.
Melbourne) for 2009 JMC Academy Student Seymour Theatre Centre, Corner Cleveland
Academic Scholarships. Phone your local Street & City Road, Chippendale.
campus or jump on-line for an information pack Tickets available through the JMC Academy,
and application form. Applications close 5 phone Administration or Matthew Willis on
December 2008. (02) 9281 8899 to book!
20 October First year perform at Gaelic Club. Tickets at the 26 November 12.00pm and 6.30pm. 2008 JMC Academy
door. For information about upcoming Sydney student Awards and Showcase, Melbourne.
performance nights call (02) 9281 8899. Clocktower Centre, 750 Mt Alexander Road,
27 October Second year perform at the Metro. Tickets Moonee Ponds, Melbourne.
available at the door. Tickets available through the JMC Academy,
phone Administration or Tamara Grubor on
3 November 6:30pm: First year students perform at Corner
(03) 9696 4117 to book!
Hotel, 57 Swan Street Richmond. Tickets
available at the door.

Sydney 41 Holt Street Surry Hills NSW 2010 | P 02 9281 8899 | F 02 9212 4801
Melbourne 171 Bank Street South Melbourne VIC 3205 | P 03 9696 4117 | F 03 9696 2520
Brisbane 75 Grey Street South Brisbane QLD 4101 | P 07 3846 5166 | F 07 3846 3435

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