Smartphone Filmmaking for Meaningful Storytelling

Training Provider: Singapore University of Social Sciences
Course Reference: TGS-2024047263
S$1,461

About This Course

Develop a meaningful story based on the principles of telling a story visually
Appraise various choices in composition, lighting, and sound, and decide what best serves the film
Construct a storyboard and plan the workflow
Use a smartphone and other relevant equipment to shoot a film and record the audio
Create a compelling short film through editing and post-production
Inspect the final product for its relevance to the project/client and export the film

What You'll Learn

This practical course takes students through the process of using a smartphone to make a short film. In the pre-production phase, students will learn how to conceptualise a story and create a storyboard. In the production phase, students will shoot their film and record their audio, based on the storyboard they created. They will learn basic visual aspects of filmmaking such as composition and lighting. Finally, in the post-production phase, students will learn to use readily available software to edit the video and audio for their film. Students will also learn to export their film for publishing. Undergirding the course is the requirement to tell a meaningful story with an emphasis on community, social consciousness, and inclusivity.

Course Details

Duration 21 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled New course
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