Introduction to Film and Television Production

Course aim

To introduce students to some of the key technical, conceptual and creative aspects of film and television production.

Course content

Students are given an overview of all stages of the production process in film and television including  pre-production, production and post-production. Students develop basic knowledge and skills in camera operation, sound operation and  digital editing. Students gain an understanding of crew roles and responsabilities in project management, directing and filming. Students are introduced to screen language concepts and techniques such as creative conceptualisation, spatial and temporal continuity, storytelling and dynamic imagery and editing.

Textbook(s)

Mollison, M 2010, Producing videos: a complete guide, 3rd edition, Allen and Unwin, Crows Nest

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Practical	2 hours x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, OFFSHORE, TAYLOR'S BUSINESS SCHOOL
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Practical	2 hours x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Group project, Practical, Problem solving exercise

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.