Star Quality Creative Arts College hosted its remarkable experience day on December 4th, 2024, inviting prospective students into a world where their creativity is nurtured and will flourish.

The event offered the attendees a chance to experience the college’s ethos firsthand—a place where every student is more than just a number and a close-knit community that continuously offers support for each student.

The day began with a lively panel discussion featuring industry professionals. Panelists shared personal experiences and insights into the ever-evolving creative arts landscape.

Speaking on the importance of finding your passion and intention, one of the panellists, Ayanda Sithebe, remarked, “It’s important to find your ‘why’. If you can find your ‘why’, that’ll be your drive.”

The panel discussion was insightful, highlighting the industry’s highs and lows and how to navigate it while staying true to yourself. This session set the tone for the day, leaving attendees inspired and eager to explore the college and all it has to offer.

Following the panel discussion, attendees were invited to participate in a series of engaging workshops, offering an informative glimpse into life at Star Quality Creative Arts College, led by educators who made it clear that their focus is on the person behind the talent.

How to build a brand

In this session, students were guided through the essentials of personal branding. The workshop emphasised the importance of building one’s personal brand that reflects their unique voice and values. This session highlighted the college’s commitment to offering its students a holistic learning experience because it not only nurtures its students’ creativity and skills but it also teaches them how to be business-minded and learn to turn their talent into a business tool as well.

Voicework

Led by a passionate instructor, this lively session explored the art of vocal expression. Students practiced some vocal exercises such as a brief vocal warmup and a chance to step into the booth as well. This session introduced the students to the world of voicework and the experiences that come with being a voiceover artist. The educator stressed the importance of learning that voicework is a unique experience for everyone and the importance of remaining authentic. This session underscored the college’s unique teaching approach and how it ensures that students get expert guidance in developing their voices as creative tools.

Acting For Television

Aspiring actors came alive in the acting for television session as they experienced the excitement of being on camera during this engaging workshop. This session showcased the college’s dedication to preparing its students for industry demands. It reflected the college’s broader philosophy of providing students with the tools and knowledge they need to excel in their chosen fields. The session was led by an experienced educator who patiently and expertly answered any questions the students had, highlighting the college’s commitment to ensuring that every student gets a full learning experience and knows that they have a supportive community with them every step of the way.

These workshops highlighted some of the programmes the college has to offer.

Star Quality Creative Arts College prides itself on offering a range of programmes that cater to most corners of the creative industry, from performance arts to scriptwriting and television production, the college has something for every creative.

At Star Quality, the focus goes beyond honing a single skill- students are encouraged to hone their skills in different disciplines. The college’s interdisciplinary approach ensures that learners are exposed to a variety of creative fields, equipping them with a diverse skill set that allows them to quickly adapt to a competitive industry.

Zinzi Zungu, co-founder of the college emphasises the importance of having a diverse set of skills: “We encourage our students at our college to try different avenues because we want to expose them to as much as possible. We want to make sure that by the time our students graduate, they are multifaceted individuals who understand the business of the entertainment industry,” she says.

This commitment to versatility prepares graduates to embrace the ever-evolving demands of the entertainment industry, positioning them as dynamic professionals ready to excel and innovate in their fields.

Across all workshops, one thing was clear: at Star Quality students are not just a number. The educators emphasised the importance of treating every individual as a unique contributor to the creative community. One of the key pillars of Star Quality is offering their students a practical education as well. Students often get opportunities to be cast in local productions or even work on the set of local productions, this ensures that the students get real-life experience in the industry and an opportunity to network and build meaningful industry connections for themselves.

With top-tier educators, hands-on training, and continuous support, Star Quality ensures that every student receives the skills they need to thrive. The experience day showcased the college’s dedication to fostering creativity, individuality, and collaboration. It’s a place where dreams are nurtured, talents are refined and careers are launched. Star Quality Creative Arts College is the ultimate choice for aspiring creatives who are seeking a holistic learning experience that prioritises growth, hands-on learning and a supportive community.