Barbara Kononova

Prior to joining the society, I have been involved in Film throughout my two-year International Baccalaureate program in Helsinki. After coming to UCL with a goal to continue my filmmaking pathway, I had the chance to work with the current Drama Producer, Bryn Chiappe, and was selected as one of the term film producers. 

I took advantage of this opportunity and shadowed committee and crew members, and took away an integral part from the experience - inclusivity. 

Whether you share a background in film with a skillset under your belt, or you intend to participate in a project for the first time, there will be a spot for you. Each person on the team brings something to the table, and my hope is to augment the experience I have had and pass it along to next year's crew.

And now, as a BA Media student, I want to carry on the inclusive, team-building environment through collaboration with my department. In order to do so, I will be aiming to:

• Organize workshops in the Media Knowledge Lab; sound design, editing, and camera skills sessions.
• Provide equipment loans from the department, as I have previously done with the term I film.
• Incorporate interactive and creative opportunities that will enhance term films by listening to your needs and suggestions.  

I want to continue dedicating my time and energy to the Film and TV society, and I want to share my knowledge just as much as I want to learn from others in the process.