SHORT FILM PRODUCTION
- Course
- RTVC464 - SHORT FILM PRODUCTION
- Department
- Radio, Television and Cinema - English - Undergraduate
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 3
- ECTS
- 5
- T+P+L
- 2 + 2 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- -
- Prerequisite
- -
- Keywords
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
- 01 Develop a critical awareness and creative practice with forms of visual and aural storytelling, and modes of production, distribution, and exhibition.
- 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
- 03 Prepare and process production documents for film production
- 04 Explain and interpret the conventions, historical development and theoretical concepts of music and visual effects in relation to short film
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction: Overview of course schedule and structure |
| Week 2 | Concept in film, Screening of successful short films around the world |
| Week 3 | Grammar in film, elements of film used to create a specific meaning, using cinematography and mise- en –scene in film |
| Week 4 | Stages of Film Production (pre- production, production and post- production stages of a film, film crew) |
| Week 5 | Preproduction: theme, scenario, shooting scenario and story board, practice in studio: setting, lighting and camera |
| Week 6 | Presentations of Short Film Project Ideas and crews, Deciding the lighting, aspects of camera, camera movements, settings, actors, costume, hair and make-up, acting, dialogues, practice in studio: setting, lighting and camera |
| Week 7 | Deciding the lighting, aspects of camera, camera movements, settings, actors, costume, hair and make-up, acting, dialogues, practice in studio: setting, lighting and camera |
| Week 8 | Midterm Exam Week |
| Week 9 | Fundamentals of using sound and music in film, practice in studio with audio production equipments |
| Week 10 | Fundamentals of using sound and music in film, practice in studio with audio production equipments |
| Week 11 | Production stage of short film: rehearsals and shooting |
| Week 12 | Editing, principles of editing, transitions, how to use editing to create meaning, editing practice in studio |
| Week 13 | Editing practice in studio, How to promote and share a short film, film festivals and social channels in internet. |
| Week 14 | Screening of Short Film Projects |
| Week 15 | Final Exam Week |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 How to Make Your Own Video or Short Film
- 02 Basics Film-Making: The Language of Film
- 03 Master Shoots: 100 Advanced Camera Techniques to Get and Expensive Look on Your Low-Budget Movie
Learning Outcomes
- L01 Develop a critical awareness and creative practice with forms of visual and aural storytelling, and modes of production, distribution, and exhibition. SOLO 5
- 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
- L03 Prepare and process production documents for film production. SOLO 3
- 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
- P01 Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
- P02 Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline to the solution of complex engineering problems.
- P03 Ability to define complex engineering problems by using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem addressed.
- P04 Ability to formulate complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
- P05 Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
- P06 Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
- P07 Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
- P08 Ability to select and use appropriate techniques and resources—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
- P09 Ability to select and use modern engineering and computational tools—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
- P10 Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
- P11 Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
- P12 Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
- P13 Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- P14 Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- P15 Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
- P16 Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
- P17 Ability to work effectively as an individual.
- P18 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
- P19 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
- P20 Ability to communicate effectively in spoken form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
- P21 Ability to communicate effectively in written form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
- P22 Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
- P23 Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
- P24 Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
- P25 Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
- P26 Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.
Po-Lo Matrix
| LO | P01 | P02 | P03 | P04 | P05 | P06 | P07 | P08 | P09 | P10 | P11 | P12 | P13 | P14 | P15 | P16 | P17 | P18 | P19 | P20 | P21 | P22 | P23 | P24 | P25 | P26 | Average |
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| L01 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L02 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L03 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L04 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |