Castle Chatolly

• Computing
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Castle Chatolly

iMedia Project

THINK (20 seconds silent thinking time)

You have been asked to create:

• A family crest
• A castle map / guide
• A medieval re-enactment flyer
• YouTube / Insta 60 second short

What different software / online websites could we use to create the above? Which software would be best for which task and WHY?

PAIR (Share your thoughts with your partner)

You have been asked to create:

• A family crest
• A castle map / guide
• A medieval re-enactment flyer
• YouTube / Insta 60 second short

What different software / online websites could we use to create the above? Which software would be best for which task and WHY?

SHARE - You have been asked to create:
A family crest / A castle map guide / A medieval re-enactment flyer / YouTube / Insta 60 second short
What different software / online websites could we use to create the above? Which software would be best for which task and WHY?

KO - Develop a range of media products for a set client brief.

ALL – Recall and apply key design principles to create two different media products for the Castle Chattolly brief.

MOST – Analyse the client brief and target audience to develop at least two media products that are fit for purpose and effectively communicate the intended message.

SOME – Evaluate and apply advanced technical skills across multiple software tools to produce a range of high-quality media products that demonstrate creativity and proficiency.

Client Brief – The Castle of Chattolly

Project Overview:

The historic Castle of Chattolly is looking to increase engagement and attract more visitors by developing four key promotional materials:

A Family Crest – A unique emblem representing the castle’s noble heritage.

A Castle Map/Guide – A visually engaging map for visitors, similar to National Trust guides.

A Medieval Re-enactment Flyer – A promotional leaflet to advertise upcoming historical events.

A YouTube/Instagram Short (60 seconds) – A dynamic video showcasing the castle’s history and attractions.

Time Scale

Lesson 1 - Product Creation

Lesson 2 - Product Creation

Lesson 3 - Products presentation

Choose your first product

A Family Crest – A unique emblem representing the castle’s noble heritage.

A Castle Map/Guide – A visually engaging map for visitors, similar to National Trust guides.

A Medieval Re-enactment Flyer – A promotional leaflet to advertise upcoming historical events.

A YouTube/Instagram Short (60 seconds) – A dynamic video showcasing the castle’s history and attractions.

Click to see examples of each...

Software Choices

Family Crest - Vectr / Canva / Inkscape (software)

Castle Guide - Canva / Photopea

Medieval Re-enactment - Canva / Photopea

YouTube / Insta Short - Canva 

Click links to open templates / online software

End of Lesson Review:
1) Which product did you choose and WHY?
2) Which software did you choose and WHY?
3) Review your product - what went well, what did you struggle with and what would you do differently if you were to make the product again?