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UNIT 1: Pre-production techniques for the creative media industries On completion of this unit a learner should:

1. Understand requirements for a specific media production

2. Be able to prepare pre-production documentation for a specific media production

3. Be able to apply pre-production planning for a specific media production

UNIT 22: Single camera techniques On completion of this unit a learner should:

1. Understand the features of single camera production

2. Be able to plan a single camera production

3. Be able to apply single camera techniques in a production

QUALIFICATION: BTEC LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION (QCF)

UNIT NUMBER & TITLE:

UNIT 1: PRE-PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES FOR THE CREATIVE MEDIA INDUSTRIES"UNIT 22: SINGLE CAMERA TECHNIQUES

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Unit 1: 1, 2, 3Unit 22: 1, 2, 3

TITLE: Develop, plan and produce a short film sequence for a new fictional film idea

STUDENT: TEACHER: GR

DATE ISSUED: DEADLINE:

Overview of project

This project aims to develop your understanding of film pre-production and production methods. Throughout this project you will be required to; explore the pre-production requirements for a film; analyse and interpret the meanings created by media language techniques; develop an understanding of genre codes and conventions and explore narrative structures and theory. This knowledge will be key in the development of your own production work in which you will create an idea for a new film; undertake a variety of pre-production planning tasks; and produce a final moving image piece."Production Task: You are required to produce a short moving image sequence. The scene can be from any part of the film but it must be engaging and create tension (3-5mins).

Scenario

“Sundance Institute is a nonprofit organisation dedicated to the discovery and development of independent artists and audiences. Through its programs, the Institute seeks to discover, support, and inspire independent film and theatre artists from the United States and around the world, and to introduce audiences to their new work.” - Sundance mission statement"Obafam studios are looking to develop new talent and enter a film into the 2014 Sundance Film Festival. You will have the opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of film language, pre-production and planning processes and film-making skills.

Inspiration for your project

The film industry is one of the most popular forms of contemporary media with many new films being released on a weekly basis. You should draw inspiration from a range of film texts, both historic and contemporary.

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Assignment Tasks

Task 1 - Understanding single camera Criteria Met: Unit 22 - UC1 (P1, M1 & D1)

Date set : Deadline date:

ScenarioObafam Studios feel that it is essential that you demonstrate your knowledge of the key concepts; genre, narrative, representation, audience and media language before you produce your film. You should begin by exploring existing film texts, analysing how media language has been used to create meaning and how codes and conventions have been deployed.

1. What is a single camera production? Create an information leaflet that explains the differences between single and multi camera productions. You should use real examples and images in your work."

2. Produce a media language leaflet, ebook or presentation that deconstructs and explains the 4 key areas; mise-en-scène, cinematography, editing and sound. Your work should contain appropriate media terminology and reference to theories and approaches. You should support your work with examples from real media products."

3. Demonstrate and understanding of narrative structures and theories by creating an information sheet that explains the following; linear and non linear approaches, 3 act structure, omniscient and restrictive perspectives."

4. Apply your knowledge of single camera productions and analyse a 3min sequence from a thriller film of your choice. You can choose from the following methods of presentation.A. Written micro analysis that explores two aspects of media language (1000 words)B. 5min AV presentation of your chosen film sequenceC. Directors commentary of your chosen film sequence

Evidence Checklist:""1. Information sheet comparing single camera and multi camera production methods"2. Media language leaflet explaining; mise-en-scène, cinematography, editing and sound"3. Narrative information sheet"4. Micro analysis of 3min sequence of your choice

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Unit 22 progress

Please attach the feedback form that you receive upon completion of these tasks highlighting your grade. If you haven’t yet received a PASS grade for these tasks you MUST follow the feedback in order to do so.

If you HAVE received a PASS grade, your feedback will provide you with information on how you can improve your grade. It is YOUR decision whether you do this."

Assessment and grading criteria

To achieve a pass grade the evidence must show that the learner is able to:

To achieve a merit grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass criteria, the learner is able to:

To achieve a distinction grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass and merit criteria, the learner is able to:

P1 describe the features of single camera production with some appropriate use of subject terminology

M1 explain the features of single camera production

with reference to detailed illustrative examples and with generally correct use of subject terminology

D1 comprehensively explain the features of single camera

production with reference to elucidated examples and consistently using subject terminology correctly

Unit 22 Achieved

P1

M1

D1

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Unit 1 progress

Please attach the feedback form that you receive upon completion of these tasks highlighting your grade. If you haven’t yet received a PASS grade for these tasks you MUST follow the feedback in order to do so.

Assignment Tasks

Task 2 - Pre-production exploration of An Education (2009)

Criteria Met: Unit 1 - UC1 (P1, M1 & D1)

Date set : Deadline date:

ScenarioIn order to demonstrate to Obafam’s executive producers that you are able to put together a pre-production documents they, have asked you to put together a portfolio for BBC Films’ An Education (2009); due to its similar production circumstances. This task enables you demonstrate an understanding of the preproduction requirements of a feature film.

1. You are required to produce a 1500 word pre-production exploration of the film An Education (2009). Your work needs to be able to explain the requirement for the production and contain detailed information on the following:"1. Type of production (film)2. Source material3. Talent (Experience and contacts)4. Finance, production and distribution (sources, budget and production requirements, e.g. equipment,

travel and crew)5. Filming locations and permissions - choose three locations to investigate, including one studio.

(Clearance, facility hire and sources) 6. Recorded music (sources and costs)7. Personnel profiles; director, screenwriter and composer (skills and experience, resourcing and costs)8. Department structures (department name, approx. team size and role)"

You must also demonstrate an understanding of Codes of Practice and regulation in Film; however, the work you have produced on this topic for Unit 7 (BBFC & Ofcom) can be submitted as evidence for unit 1. This additional work will be marked in relation to this task only when submitted as part of this unit. "Keep your work clear and concise. Additional material may be kept in an indexed appendix.

Evidence Checklist:""1. 1500 word pre-production exploration of An Education (2009)

Assessment and grading criteria

To achieve a pass grade the evidence must show that the learner is able to:

To achieve a merit grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass criteria, the learner is able to:

To achieve a distinction grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass and merit criteria, the learner is able to:

P1 outline requirements and sources of requirements for a specific media production [IE]

M1 explain in some detail and competently present

requirements and sources of requirements for a specific media production

D1 comprehensively explain and present to a quality that reflects near-professional standards fully detailed requirements and sources of requirements for a specific media production

Unit 1 Achieved

P1

M1

D1

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Unit 22

Unit 22 progress

Please attach the feedback form that you receive upon completion of these tasks highlighting your grade. If you haven’t yet received a PASS grade for these tasks you MUST follow the feedback in order to do so.

If you HAVE received a PASS grade, your feedback will provide you with information on how you can improve your grade. It is YOUR decision whether you do this.

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Assignment Tasks

Task 3 - Pre-production & Planning Criteria Met:Unit 1 UC2&3, Unit 22 UC2 (P,M&D)

Date set : Deadline date:

1. Using the screenplay for Shutter Island (2010), you will assemble the storyboard for the production of the opening 3 minutes."

2. To present your idea for a thriller film you will individually produce the following pre-production materials:A. Pitch - to include logline, genre, overview of narrative (synopsis), main characters, target audience and

similar films (150-200 words).B. Screenplay for the opening scene (500 words)

Evidence Checklist:""1. Storyboard for the opening 3mins to Shutter Island (2010)"2. Individual pitch for a new thriller film

Assessment and grading criteria

To achieve a pass grade the evidence must show that the learner is able to:

To achieve a merit grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass criteria, the learner is able to:

To achieve a distinction grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass and merit criteria, the learner is able to:

P2 generate outline plans fora single camera production working within appropriate conventions and with some assistance

M2 generate detailed ideas for a single camera production showing some imagination and with only occasional assistance

D2 generate thoroughly thought- through ideas for a single

camera production showing creativity and flair and working independently to professional expectations

Unit 22 Achieved

P2

M2

D2

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Assignment Tasks

Task 4 - Pre-production & Planning Criteria Met:Unit 1 UC2&3 " " (P,M&D)

Date set : Deadline date:

Scenario: Obafam studios are confident that you understand the requirements and necessary procedures that are put in place prior to shooting a feature film. You are therefore cleared to begin the pre-production phase of your own film concept."In your production group (maximum of 4) you will individually pitch an idea for a new thriller feature film. Once an appropriate concept has been chosen you will undertake the following: "You will be producing a key scene from your film concept to show commissioners (3 - 5mins duration) and you will work as a group to create the following pre-production planning materials:"

A. Screenplay/StoryboardsB. Production Schedule/Call sheetsC. Location Recces (One for each location of your shoot)D. Equipment requirements/ChecklistsE. Risk Assessment/Health and SafetyF. Budget sheetG. Contributor release forms and location permissionsH. Group roles and responsibilities"

Remember you are working as a production team and need to take responsibility for individual aspects of the pre-production and planning portfolio.

Evidence Checklist:"1. Pre-production portfolio including all relevant material listed above

Assessment and grading criteria

To achieve a pass grade the evidence must show that the learner is able to:

To achieve a merit grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass criteria, the learner is able to:

To achieve a distinction grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass and merit criteria, the learner is able to:

P2 generate outline pre- production documentation for a specific media production with some assistance

M2 generate competent, carefully presented and

detailed pre-production documentation for a specific media production with only occasional assistance

D2 generate thorough and comprehensively

detailed pre-production documentation for a specific media production, working independently to professional expectations

P3 apply pre-production planning to a specific media production working with some assistance

M3 apply pre-production planning to a specific media production competently with only occasional assistance

D3 apply pre-production planning to a specific media production to a quality that reflects near-professional standards, working independently to professional expectations

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Please attach the feedback form that you receive upon completion of these tasks highlighting your grade. If you haven’t yet received a PASS grade for these tasks you MUST follow the feedback in order to do so.

If you HAVE received a PASS grade, your feedback will provide you with information on how you can improve your grade. It is YOUR decision whether you do this.

Unit 1 Achieved Unit 1 Achieved

P2 P3

M2 M3

D2 D3

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Unit 22 progress

Please attach the feedback form that you receive upon completion of these tasks highlighting your grade. If you haven’t yet received a PASS grade for these tasks you MUST follow the feedback in order to do so.

If you HAVE received a PASS grade, your feedback will provide you with information on how you can improve your grade. It is YOUR decision whether you do this.

Assignment Tasks

Task 5 - Production Criteria Met: Unit 22 UC3 (P3, M3 & D3)

Date set : Deadline date:

ScenarioObafam Studios have been impressed with your work and have given you the green light to start producing your groups film idea. It important you meet the deadline to ensure entry to the 2014 Sundance Festival.

1. Working in your production teams you must use your planning material to produce your moving image sequence. This needs to be between 3 to 5 minutes in length. "

2. Production log - you are required to keep a production throughout the process; logging meetings and your responsibilities.

Evidence Checklist:""1. 3 - 5min moving image sequence"2. Individual production log

Assessment and grading criteria

To achieve a pass grade the evidence must show that the learner is able to:

To achieve a merit grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass criteria, the learner is able to:

To achieve a distinction grade the evidence must show that, in addition to the pass and merit criteria, the learner is able to:

P3 produce a single camera production working within appropriate conventions and with some assistance

M3 produce a single camera production to a good

technical standard showing some imagination and with only occasional assistance

D3 produce a single camera production to a technical quality that reflects near-

professional standards showing creativity and flair and working independently to professional expectations

Unit 22 Achieved

P3

M3

D3