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Media Arts Production Skills (aka. M.A.P.S.) is a media training centre based at Hamilton College, South Australia; it offers diploma and advanced diploma qualifications in screen and media. Established in 1983 it is South Australia’s oldest, most highly awarded and industry supported media training centre.

History
In 2009 M.A.P.S. offered diploma and advanced diploma qualifications in screen and media for the first time; hitherto a certificate IV and an advanced certificate in screen were available.

Alumni
M.A.P.S. boasts a long list of accomplished alumni; They have found careers in feature film, TV, creative and social media, theatre, opera, advertising, documentary, casting, corporate video, performance and stand-up comedy.

Industry advisory committee
M.A.P.S. maintains an industry advisory committee to keep abreast of the world’s best practice, national trends, and local conditions. These industry specialists are often also involved as guest lecturers and teachers; Past and present committee members include:

Andrew Bayfield, sound designer and location recordist

Stephen Prime, director of photography and director

Teresa Crea, producer/director and multi-platform writer

Lyn Pike, manager of SA Freelancers

Ernie Clark, producer/director and director of photography

Jason Chong, editor and comedian