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304310 (v.2) Film and Television 534 - Production - Corporate Documentary


 

Area:

Department of Media and Information

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

4.0

Lecture:

1 x 1 Hours Weekly

Workshop:

1 x 3 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

304291 (v.2) Film and Television 521 - Screen Production Techniques or any previous version

Syllabus:

Production of corporate or commissioned documentaries through discussion and analysis of current and evolving industry practices including contracts, client briefs, scriptwriting, copyright and budget preparation, as well as through the practical application of these in the production of a corporate video or project.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- An understanding of the nature of producing screen-based materials for clients on a contractual basis. An understanding of key processes in the production of commissioned videos. An understandingof how to present concepts and ideas to clients using scripts and storyboards. An understanding of client/producer relationships and a familiarity with documentation such as contracts, budgets and clearances.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Rosenthal, A. Writing, Directing and Producing Documentary Films And Videos, Southern Illinois University Press. Van Nostran, W. (2000), The Media Writer's Guide: Writing for Business and Educational Programs. Oxford, Focal Press.

Unit Texts:

Di Zazzo, R. (2000), Corporate Media Production. Oxford, Focal Press.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Assignment and practical project - 100% This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

 100701 Audio Visual Studies

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Informational  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 1Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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