Direction (Director) (Classroom and Synchronous E-Learning)
About This Course
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the processes involved in guiding creative leads and cast throughout the production journey to achieve the overall creative vision. It covers essential aspects of creative storytelling, including both linear and non-linear narratives, and emphasises the importance of understanding target audiences. Participants will learn about the principles of content development, cinematography, and the aesthetics of framing and camera movement. The curriculum also addresses practical considerations such as production budgets, timelines, workflows, and the roles and responsibilities within production teams.
Key topics include interpreting scripts, conceptualising visual representation through lighting, sound, special effects, style, and set design. The module will delve into directing rehearsals, providing feedback, guiding camera and lighting operations, and overseeing post-production processes such as video and sound editing. Participants will gain insights into copyright norms, intellectual property rights, and the importance of aligning all creative aspects with the overall vision. Through practical exercises, participants will develop the skills to foresee and resolve creative issues, ensuring the final production meets both creative and technical standards.
What You'll Learn
- Interpret scripts to creatively conceptualise visuals, lighting, sound, and special effects
- Direct rehearsals to evaluate and improve production performance
- Guide cast with feedback and cues to align with the artistic vision
- Manage camera and lighting operations using shot plans
- Oversee post-production, supporting video and sound editing
- Envision and guide the overall creative aspects of the production
- Finalise visual details like camera angles, lighting, and actor positioning
- Collaborate with creative leads on plan implementation
- Approve all creative elements, including camera, sound, lighting, and set design
- Ensure actual takes meet creative and technical standards
- Anticipate and resolve creative issues, updating plans as needed
Entry Requirements
- Minimum Age: 18
- Academic Requirement: Obtain Pass Grade in GCE O-Level subjects including at least B4 for English (or IELTS overall band score 6.5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent
- Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may still apply and will be considered based on: At least 1 year working experience in any industry; and/or English language proficiency assessment (written and/or oral) by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course