Nia Young, Company Placement Scheme 2009
NIA YOUNG
Trainee Researcher
"An unforgettable experience that was so much more than I was expecting, and one that has given me plenty of challenges!"
What were you doing before becoming a trainee on a Cyfle scheme?
I had just graduated from Swansea University.
How did you hear about Cyfle, and what were your expectations?
Through a friend. I wasn’t sure what to expect at first, but the training was a lot more ‘hands on’ than I thought, which was brilliant!
List the projects you have worked on and note who was involved in the production:
- Gala Glanaethwy – Hefin Rees, Gwawr Owen, Gruff Rees
- Texaco Young Musician – Aled John, Gareth Williams
- Cor Cymru – Hefin Owen, Garmon Emyr, Gwawr Owen. Gruff Rees
- Tigh Dudley – Dudley Newbery, Paul Leyshon, Magwen Griffiths
Which aspects / elements of the work have you enjoyed the most?
- Researching into a new subject and finding new information.
- Arranging and finding locations.
- Being on set, and learning exactly how everything works.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? What would you have liked to achieve by then?
Producing documentaries.
