Cinematography and Lighting: Film Production
Duration
- One Semester or equivalent
Contact hours
- 48 Hours per Semester
On-campus unit delivery combines face-to-face and digital learning.
2024 teaching periods
Hawthorn Higher Ed. Semester 1 |
Hawthorn Higher Ed. Semester 2 | |
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Dates: Results: Last self enrolment: Census: Last withdraw without fail: |
Dates: Results: Last self enrolment: Census: Last withdraw without fail: |
Prerequisites
AND
Admission into :
BA-FTV2 - Bachelor of Film and Television
OR
Admission into BA-FTV3 - Bachelor of Film and Television
OR
Admission into BA-FTV1 - Bachelor of Film and Television
OR
Admission into BH-FTV2 - Bachelor of Film and Television (Honours)
Aims and objectives
This unit affords students a thorough understanding and command of the principles of film production technology, enabling students to put into practice film production theory and gain industry relevant experience in the operation of equipment, as well as industry based production protocols and processes.
Unit Learning Outcomes (ULO)
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
2. Apply principles of camera control, including film exposure, focus and camera optics
3. Use 16mm sync sound film production technology, hard disk recorders, location recording, timecode, slating and rushes syncing
4. Complete a 16mm narrative film to a high standard, demonstrating competency of the medium
5. Utilise Super 16 aspect ratio production, with a view to providing content for digital television and cinema blow up
6. Work in a professionally oriented group environment where teamwork is essential
7. Apply the principles of film cinematography, lighting and visual aesthetics in the context of narrative
Courses with unit
Bachelor of Film and Television (Honours)Unit information in detail
- Teaching methods, assessment and content.
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
Type | Hours per week | Number of Weeks | Total |
On-campus Studio | 4 | 12 | 48 |
Online Learning activities | 7 | 12 | 84 |
Unspecified Activities Independent learning | 1.5 | 12 | 18 |
TOTAL | 150 hours |
Assessment
Types | Individual/Group Role | Weighting | Unit Learning Outcomes (ULOs) |
Picture and Sound Film Production | Group | 20% | 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 |
Technical Journal | Individual | 20% | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 |
Major Project | Group | 60% | 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 |
Content
Study resources
- Reading materials.
Reading materials
Students are advised to check the unit outline in the relevant teaching period for appropriate textbooks and further reading.