SHORT FILM PRODUCTION

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to the creative and technical aspects of short film production. It introduces the notion of short film as a cinematic genre from both artistic and historical perspectives. Course content includes the aims, history, production-directing stages, and techniques of short films and the process of converting an idea to visual expression. The course aims to provide theoretical and practical knowledge about the production and directing stages of the short film, and enables students to produce their own short film. Significant examples of short films will be analyzed and students will be encouraged to write, produce, direct, edit and present their own short films.

SHORT FILM PRODUCTION

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Develop a critical awareness and creative practice with forms of visual and aural storytelling, and modes of production, distribution, and exhibition.
2. 02 Explain and apply the steps of pre-production, production and post-production stages including plan, script, budget, light, shoot, provide sound recording/design and edit a short film
3. 03 Prepare and process production documents for film production
4. 04 Explain and interpret the conventions, historical development and theoretical concepts of music and visual effects in relation to short film

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 How to Make Your Own Video or Short Film
2. 02 Basics Film-Making: The Language of Film
3. 03 Master Shoots: 100 Advanced Camera Techniques to Get and Expensive Look on Your Low-Budget Movie

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Develop a critical awareness and creative practice with forms of visual and aural storytelling, and modes of production, distribution, and exhibition. SOLO 5
2. L02 Explain and apply the steps of pre-production, production and post-production stages including plan, script, budget, light, shoot, provide sound recording/design and edit a short film. SOLO 4
3. L03 Prepare and process production documents for film production. SOLO 3
4. L04 Explain and interpret the conventions, historical development and theoretical concepts of music and visual effects in relation to short film. SOLO 4.5

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1. Gained the necessary skills to learn and adopt a spirit of continuous learning in their professional life.
2. P02 2. Developed various skills by working independently via specific learned techniques that both triggered individual efforts and encouraged collaborative work.
3. P03 3. Acquired the essential knowledge and skills to apply key theories, models and applications within the global business context.
4. P04 4. Adopted and applied critical and strategic thinking together with research capabilities for efficient and effective business decisions.
5. P05 5. Utilized and managed ethically information technologies required for contemporary business world.
6. P06 6. Been equipped with conceptual and analytical skills necessary for team work within global organizations.
7. P07 7. Displayed their learnt communication skills that are required to effectively interact in a cross cultural and diverse international work environment.
8. P08 8. Applied their acquired knowledge within the changing work environment.
9. P09 9. Developed an understanding of ethical perspectives and social responsibilities to be used at work and in personal life.

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