module specification

This module provides students with practical experience in the production of digital video. It will serve as an introduction to the topic but is also suitable for those with some experience in this area.
Students will develop professional practices working individually or in small groups to produce a short documentary, promotional video, or mockumentary. They will be required to research, pitch, and develop a documentary proposal following industry guidelines and legal frameworks.
The module will give an overview of the commissioning process and will include input from industry professionals.
There will be an emphasis on how to film and work with documentary subjects (or characters) in an ethical way.
Students will learn about a range of documentary modes, genres and techniques via screenings, discussion, and practice. Key figures and films will be explored as well as emerging styles and formats.
 

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The module will allow students to develop advanced media practice skills by working towards the production of a digital video project. (LO1) (LO2)
Camera and editing skills will be developed through practical workshops. (LO2)
The module will address aesthetic principles such as how to frame and present an interview. (LO2)
The module will address planning, research, pitching, filming, editing and presentation of a short documentary. (LO1)
Narrative structure will be addressed via examples, initial planning and the editing process. (LO1) (LO2) (LO3)
The module will look at how archive footage can be utilised. (LO2)
Key to the module is the selection of interesting and relevant themes to explore though filmmaking. (LO1)
The module will explore a variety of styles, voices, and approaches by a diverse range of filmmakers. (LO3)

Teaching methods include lectures and on-line learning material, video and editing exercises, tutorials, seminar discussions and computer lab sessions. Students will be expected to attend lectures and take part in on-line activities as well as comment on their readings. A blended learning strategy will be employed to enhance the learning experience. The VLE will be used as a platform to support online discussions and situated learning experiences and to facilitate formative assessment and related feedback as well as a tool to integrate useful online learning materials provided by professional organisations and other relevant sources.

On successful completion of this module post-graduate students will be able to:

LO1 Research, plan, organise and present a proposal for a Digital Video project.
LO2 Utilise the appropriate tools and techniques to develop digital video content for delivery across various platforms
LO3 Critically analyse and evaluate the traditions, theories and practice of digital video production
L04 Demonstrate an understanding of legal and ethical practices in film production.

a) Presentation of the project proposal to tutors and peers (25%) (LO1) (LO2) (LO3) (LO4) (Due in week 9)
The pitch/presentation will provide evidence of the students’ ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate awareness of the project requirements.

b) Digital video project prepared for delivery on appropriate platform (50%) (LO2) (LO4) (Due in week 14)
Innovative and appropriate use of digital video and the technical skills acquired will be assessed through the submission of the digital video project and supporting materials - based on specifications provided.

c) Critical Report (25%) (LO1) (LO2) (LO3) (LO4) (Due in week 15)
The 2000-word critical report will examine the production of the video project, reflecting on their success in realising its aims in relation to traditions, theories and practice of digital video production.

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