media
professional
Launch Pad
Work in a Media Production Team
This professional programme is designed to help you take the next step towards a career in media production and the wider creative and digital industries.
Start Date: Monday, June 29th (50 Weeks Programme)
REAL LIFE | REAL WORK | HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
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REAL LIFE | REAL WORK | HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE 〰️
By working on real projects for real clients, you’ll build practical, industry-ready skills, grow in confidence, and develop a strong portfolio that shows what you can do in real working environments.
On completion of this programme, you won’t just have new technical skills — you’ll be work-ready, with hands-on experience, professional connections, and a clearer understanding of how to move forward into employment.
Creative Ideas, Real Impact.
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Creative Ideas, Real Impact. 〰️
Browse Creative Projects
The Media Launch Pad is a programme designed to develop real-world skills across a wide range of media disciplines, including Photography, Video, Sound, Design, and Digital Media Publishing.
This work results in a diverse and professional body of creative work, showcasing the skills and experience developed throughout the programme.
What an Opportunity!
This is an amazing opportunity to gain hands-on experience by working as part of a media production team throughout the summer months in Kerry.
You will work in a real-world environment on real-world media projects.
You will increase your level of practical experience while also developing and expanding your media portfolio even further.
You will receive professional mentoring throughout the programme.
You will build pathways to future jobs and lasting professional relationships within the industry that will increase your employment opportunities.
You will spend a summer living in Kerry!
“Practice is the hardest
part of learning, and training
is the essence of transformation.”
Work on exciting, real-world media projects in partnership with industry clients. Most projects take place on location in Kerry, with some studio-based work at our state-of-the-art Digital Media Centre at Kerry College’s Monavalley Campus.
15 aspiring media professionals will work as part of a three person media production team. Each participant will have a defined role within the team.
“For the things we have to learn before we can do them, we learn by doing them.”
The closing date for applications is June 5th, 2026
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The closing date for applications is June 5th, 2026 〰️
Who Should Apply?
Real World, Real Work: Be part of a professional production crew. Spend your time producing high-end content for real-world clients in our state-of-the-art studios.
Tiered Project Experience: Progress through increasingly complex productions from technical refreshers to high-stakes commercial briefs. Build a robust portfolio.
Just-in-Time Training: Get the edge with daily micro-training in mobile journalism (MoJo), studio-level video, photography, and social media strategy.
Paid Placement: Transition directly into the workforce with a 3-month paid industry placement starting in April 2027.
Entry Requirements
Overall:
Open to applicants who can demonstrate a high technical baseline and a professional creative vision.
Minimum:
Applicants must be 18+ years of age on entry to the course.
QQI Level 6 award, or equivalent, in media production or a related subject.
For those who do not hold the minimum qualification, evidence of media production experience is required.
Competent written and spoken English (evidence of CEFRL B2 required).
Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland.
Desirable:
Flexible to work non-standard hours.
A full driving licence.
Present a portfolio of media work as part of an admissions interview to include:
Two digital media products (examples of media work produced) demonstrating an aptitude for creative thought, interest in story and producing creative content
A personal statement in a 2-minute video (MP4 format); or 200 typed words (PDF format). The use of AI is prohibited.
Letters of reference from an employer, client, college, or university can be submitted as part of the application process.
Applications
You may apply on-line or here by clicking on this link: Apply Today»»».
You may also apply by calling (066) 7149600.
The closing date for applications is June 5th, 2026.
Recruitment Process
All applicants will be invited to attend an on-line group briefing session following the closing date.
Applicants will individually attend an in-person interview.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
chat with our Programme Leader.
Employment Opportunities
Getting a job in the media production industry can be tough — it’s a competitive field with lots of talented graduates. Employers are usually looking for people who not only understand the theory behind media production but also have hands-on experience. Having real production credits and a portfolio that shows off projects you’ve worked on with real clients can make a big difference.
Working Hours
Monday – Thursday 8.30am – 4.30pm
Friday 8.30am – 1.00pm
As the needs of individual projects may extend beyond these working hours, a high degree of flexibility will required from participants in relation to working hours. This may on occasion include weekend work.
Certification
NFQ L6 Personal & Professional Development (6N1949)
NFQ L6 Project Management (Media) (6N4090)
NFQ L6 Work Practice (6N1947)
Find Out More
If you would like more information or to discuss this
further you can do so by calling
066 7149600 OR email:Info@kerrycollege.ie OR email: jim.twomey@kerrycollege.ie
Other Information
Dates
Closing Date Of Applications: June 5th 2026
Start Date: June 29th 2026
Duration:
50 Weeks
38 Weeks Production
12 Weeks Company Placement
Allowances
This programme is unpaid, however applicants may qualify for allowances based on individual circumstances.
The Kerry Experience | An unforgettable adventure
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The Kerry Experience | An unforgettable adventure 〰️
Kerry is the perfect destination to enjoy activities and adventure – on land, in the water or even in the sky! With its stunning landscape of hills, mountains, forests, lakes, rivers, and dramatic coastlines provide the perfect playground for all to embrace. If surfing, biking, walking, swimming, kayaking, climbing, fishing, diving, is for you, then this will be your happy place for sure. Indulging your passion for freedom and adventure in Kerry is easy and will only be limited by your imagination.
