Fundamentals of film directing

This course will illustrate the main skillsets essential to the film directors craft. You will develop a practical understanding of key areas such as preproduction, directing actors and using the camera as a storytelling tool.

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Key course information

Dates
14/09/11 - 30/11/11

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
12 weeks

Time
18:30 - 20:30

Fees
Full fee: £154
Senior fee: £94

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
DM053*

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

The course provides an overview of the role of the film director and provides practical techniques and tools for use on participant’s projects.

What topics will we cover?

The key creative parts of the directors craft: visual storytelling and directing actors. In addition an overview of the collaborators a director will work with, preproduction methods and the role of the director in an industry context.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Approach the shooting of the scene using the camera as a storytelling tool through use of a set of visual considerations.
Structure auditions and rehearsals in a way that is of maximum use to the process of telling the story.
Breakdown a scene using preproduction methods.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course presumes no previous knowledge.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

The course is taught as a group. There is no work outside the class.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Please bring paper and pen to make notes.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

Yes. Before you can enrol on this course, you need to have an advisory interview with the relevant department. Without this the enrolment team will be unable to process your enrolment. Please contact the department to arrange your interview, or to find out about drop-in sessions.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2542

drama@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice During term-time: Monday & Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 17.30 - 18.30 Non term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 Wednesday 17.30 - 18.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.