First blog task

1) Why did you choose A Level Media Studies?

I chose Media as I would like to pursue a career somewhat related to Journalism and PR. I also wanted to improve my editing skills due to my hobby (writing articles) sometimes requires it. 

2) Did you take GCSE Media Studies (either here at Greenford or a different school)?

I didn't take Media at GCSE.

4) What grade do you hope to achieve in A Level Media?

I hope to achieve something like an A or even an A*

5) What are your current thoughts about your next steps after A Levels - university, apprenticeship, work?

To study Journalism at Birkbeck University then to go on to do my masters degree in Hamburg university. I hope to do PR somewhere in Germany.

6) What do you think the biggest media story of 2019 has been and why?

I think the death of Stan Lee was particularly big as he was a vital part of comics and the Marvel franchise. I also think that the documentary about Michael Jackson's abuse claims was rather gripping as it shocked everyone and gave a new and detailed insight to the reputation tainting rumours that have surfaced for over a decade.

7) What media sources do you use to find out about news and current affairs?

I mainly use social media such as Twitter to keep myself updated with news but I also occasionally watch BBC news. I also check on DriveTribe for car related news. 

8) What was the last film you watched?

I recently watched one of my favourite films ever recently. Casino Royale which is Daniel Craig's first outing as 007 is one of the very first action movies I watched as a child and I have been obsessed with the Bond franchise ever since. 

9) What is your favourite ever TV series?

Either Top Gear or Deutschland 83/86/89

10) How many hours do you spend online in an average day? Is this too little, too much or about right? Why? 

I have been on my phone for an average of 3h 45 mins per day which I think is a very much the most I can do. I don't really use my phone a lot during the day other than texting or searching something up on Google. I occasionally watch a movie which normally lasts 2 hours but that happens about once a week.