Film, TV & Video Production L5

Course details

this course is both theoretical and practical. Candidates for the Film, TV and Video Production Award learn and explore production techniques and work practices inherent in the Film and Television industries with an emphasis being placed on ‘a hands on’ approach. It provides a comprehensive introduction to both film and Television programme making. The course establishes fundamental technical and production competencies in a number of complimentary areas while encouraging students to develop and explore their individual creative interests. This curriculum structure ensures the candidates scope for the development of a broad range of creative abilities.

Entry Requirements

• Leaving Certificate (5 passes)
• Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent
• Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits
• Students should present at interview an example of work that demonstrates their creative ability i.e. text, visuals, etc.
• Students should have their own external hard drive for storage of edited work.

Course Outline

• Digital Film, TV and Video Production
• Programme planning
• Studio Camerawork
• Scriptwriting
• Studio Set Design
• Model making
• Set decorating and construction
• Editing for Film and TV
• Studio and E.N.G sound production
• Lighting Design
• Location camera Work
• Documentary
• Photography
• Work Experience
• Communications
• Media Analysis

Progression

• Advanced Film, TV and Video Course (Level 6)
• Job Opportunities
• See Advanced Film, TV and Video Course