FTVMS 317
Special Topic: Screen Tools
Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for FTVMS 317.
Description
Screen Tools is an intenstive screen production course taught during the inter-semester (26 June - 21 July) primarily for Study Abroad students. This year we are offering places on the course for up to four domestic students to collaborate with these students from around the world and have the opportunity to work with acclaimed actor and directory John Callen.
Structured around a practical production process based on professional television industry practice, Screen Tools is a hands-on course designed to set you up with the tools you need to launch your career in film, television and digital media industries.
Under the guidance of John and guest instructors from the television industry, you will work with a team to develop the pilot episode of a serial drama. From script production to post production you will experience the entire process, developing your creative and technical skills in drama scripting, acting, directing and producing.
You will have access to our high-end production and editing equipment and facilities to produce multi-camera recorded scenes in our television studio and on location around Auckland.
In a time when people are more often turning to new digital platforms for their media consumption, Screen Tools places a focus on the 'saleable' value and digital delivery of your final piece. With your production team, you will decide on a target audience and the mode of broadcast for your production.
You need to complete an application form for this course, which you can find under forms and guides for students.
Availability 2017
Inter-semester break
Lecturer(s)
Coordinator(s) John Callen
Dr Margaret Henley
Assessment
This course is a practical production process based on professional television industry practice. You will be assessed on your creative, technical and organisational skills individually and collectively with your production team.
Assessment is broken down into three individual and group assignments:
1. Written analysis
2. Completed episode
3. Completed overall drama
Points
FTVMS 317: 15 points
Prerequisites
Academic Head or nominee approval
