Creative Industries Graduation ceremony for BFBS veterans
Armed forces leavers and veterans retraining for careers in the creative industries were celebrated at a special graduation ceremony on Thursday (28th May). Robert Laycock of Marlow Studios gave the keynote speech.
Graduates from the military charity and media organisation British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS) Academy’s Creative Media Production course have trained across all aspects of media production, from camera work, editing, scriptwriting, and production management. The course enables veterans to carry forward their experience and sense of adventure from their armed forces careers into a new chapter of their working lives.
The programme welcomed eight service leavers and veterans who completed a UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Technical and Production Practice for the Creative Industries. The cohort brought a wealth of military experience from across the British Armed Forces, including the Royal Logistics Corps, Royal Air Force, Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Irish Guards, and Royal Air Force Intelligence and Photography branches.
Graduates heard from Robert about how emerging communication tools and global connectivity are revolutionising the world’s creative economy and empowering storytelling in the 21st century. Robert spoke about the UK’s strengthening role as a leader in creative skills and the wider global economy.
The event marked the final intake of students completing the programme in its current format, with BFBS Academy transitioning to a course format from 2027.
Hosted at BFBS’ HQ in Chalfont Grove, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, the ceremony brought together graduates, their families, and industry guests to recognise the achievements of those beginning bright futures in the sector at a time of rapid technological change and immense opportunity. It was followed by a premiere of the students’ final major projects.
Robert Laycock, Co-founder of Marlow Studios, said:
“It’s been a privilege to join this extraordinary cohort of armed services leavers and veterans as they graduate from their studies at BFBS Academy and to warmly celebrate the start of their careers in the creative industries.
“It’s so inspiring to see how BFBS students have built on distinguished careers in public service - bringing teamwork, discipline, and leadership - to seize the opportunities ahead and tell the stories that matter to them the most.
“Many congratulations to them all - and best of luck in the next part of their adventure!”
Graduates from the military charity and media organisation British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS) Academy’s Creative Media Production course have trained across all aspects of media production, from camera work, editing, scriptwriting, and production management. The course enables veterans to carry forward their experience and sense of adventure from their armed forces careers into a new chapter of their working lives.
The programme welcomed eight service leavers and veterans who completed a UAL Level 4 Professional Diploma in Technical and Production Practice for the Creative Industries. The cohort brought a wealth of military experience from across the British Armed Forces, including the Royal Logistics Corps, Royal Air Force, Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Irish Guards, and Royal Air Force Intelligence and Photography branches.
Graduates heard from Robert about how emerging communication tools and global connectivity are revolutionising the world’s creative economy and empowering storytelling in the 21st century. Robert spoke about the UK’s strengthening role as a leader in creative skills and the wider global economy.
The event marked the final intake of students completing the programme in its current format, with BFBS Academy transitioning to a course format from 2027.
Hosted at BFBS’ HQ in Chalfont Grove, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, the ceremony brought together graduates, their families, and industry guests to recognise the achievements of those beginning bright futures in the sector at a time of rapid technological change and immense opportunity. It was followed by a premiere of the students’ final major projects.
Robert Laycock, Co-founder of Marlow Studios, said:
“It’s been a privilege to join this extraordinary cohort of armed services leavers and veterans as they graduate from their studies at BFBS Academy and to warmly celebrate the start of their careers in the creative industries.
“It’s so inspiring to see how BFBS students have built on distinguished careers in public service - bringing teamwork, discipline, and leadership - to seize the opportunities ahead and tell the stories that matter to them the most.
“Many congratulations to them all - and best of luck in the next part of their adventure!”