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<1-Year Full-time Professional Diploma
in Film/TV Production>
We are now accepting application for 3rd module - Directing and
Computer Editing
1-Year Full-time Professional Diploma in Film/TV Production
Successful graduates of this course
are eligible for CEF reimbursement of 80% of tuition fee subject to a maximum
of HK$10,000.
Students must meet the attendance rate of 80% or above and satisfy
the academic requirements prescribed by the faculty in order to be awarded
the Diploma of Graduation.
Course Structure
This is an advanced program consisting
of 3 modules which provide a complete, comprehensive and intensive coverage
of the theoretical knowledge and practical skills in professional film and
TV productions. The student shall be required to attend classes and
workshops at the Academy every week for a full school year. Upon successful
completion of the studies of the prescribed subjects and fulfillment of the
requirements by the faculty, the student shall be awarded the “Professional
Diploma in Film/TV Production (Full-time)”. Outstanding graduates will be
offered assistance in job placement in HKFA affiliated production
companies.
Course Details
1st Module –
Scriptwriting and Film Production
Designed
for students with the aim to become a Screenwriter or a Production
Assistant, this module covers every aspect of Scriptwriting like Script
Structure, Formats and Genres, Concept Actualization, Scenes Breakdown,
Characterization and Psychology, Dialogues, Plot Development, Dramatic
Conflicts and Tension, Writing Techniques & Styles etc.
On the other hand, it also covers basic skills & techniques in all
aspects of filmmaking from Storyboard to Post-production, including Shots
Breakdown, Camera Movements, Basic Lighting Skills for Studio &
Location, Operation of Movie and Video Cameras, Sound Recording, Casting,
Production Planning & Budgeting etc.
Course
Curriculum：
Film History & Development
Film/TV writing Skills
Concept Actualization
Story Structure, Script material and research
Shots Breakdown and Storyboarding
Composition & internal movements
Scenes Breakdown: Skills and Techniques
Camera Movements theory & skills
Introduction to Lighting
Creative use of Audio: Relationship between Visual and Audio
Characters Psychology
Building up Dramatic Conflicts and Tension
Use of Storyboard
Film/TV Pre Production
Casting
Rehearsal & Blocking
Location Scouting
Production Planning and Budgeting
Audio & Post Production Dubbing
Lighting Set-ups: Studio and Location
Film Distribution
Introduction to Editing
Dubbing & Audio mixing
Course Schedule: 5 Sep 2011 - 16 Dec 2011
Time: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 10:00am － 4:00pm
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2nd Module
– Cinematography and Lighting
Designed
to meet the increasing demand of professionalism in motion picture
photography by the film industry, it equips the student with the theories,
practical skills and aesthetic knowledge in every aspect of Advanced
Cinematography and Lighting with the use of professional equipment like Arriflex 35mm, Betacam and
HDV Cameras, Studio and On-location Lighting facilities. Also included is
the operation of the professional Steadicam
taught only at the H K Film Academy in Hong Kong.
Course
Curriculum：
Structure and Operation of Film Camera
Types and Structure of the Lens
Film Loading and Unloading
Difference between f/stop & T/stop, Depth of Field
Introduction to Hyperfocal Distance
5C’s of Cinematography
Relationship between Aspect Ratio & Composition
Film Vs TV
Film Stock and Characteristics
Exposure: Film Speed (ISO), Shutter Speed and Aperture
Lighting Techniques: Skills and Practice
Aesthetics of Color: Color Temp, White Balance, Use of Filters
Camera Movement – Track Shot
Lighting & Contrast Ratio
Aesthetics of Composition
Film Aesthetics: time & Camera Movement
Lighting: Mood Creation
Film Aesthetics: Light & Color
Film Aesthetics: Color Psychology
Film Aesthetics: Space
Subject Space Relationship
Importance of lighting in Film Style
Long Take, Deep Focus & Montgae
Camera Movement: Hand Held
Steadicam Operation
Introduction to News Reel and Documentary Production
Use of Green Screen and Blue Screen
Use of Fast/Slow Motion
Film Style: Realism & Expressionism
Course Schedule: 2 Jan 2012 - 30 Mar 2012
Time: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 10:00am － 4:00pm
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3rd Module – Directing and Computer Editing
Designed
for those who aim to be a Film Director eventually, this module covers all
aspects of a Film Director's duties and professional know-how ranging from
Concept Realization to Signature Development, from Shots Breakdown to Mise-En-Scene, from Pre-production Planning to
Post-Production Editing and Effects. with emphasis
on the Use of Transitions and Filters, Titles and Special Effects etc.
Course
Curriculum：
Director’s job duties
Actualization: From Script to Shooting
Aesthetics of Camera Movement
Pre Production and Budgeting
Production Crew Protocol
Directors & Actors Interpretation
Script Actualization
Shot Breakdown & 3-shot-thinking Mise-en-Scene
Film Genre & Film Style
Film Appreciation & criticism
Director’s Style & Film Aesthetics
Building up personal Director’s style
Concept of Editing
Art of Editing
Editor as a Story Teller
Editing & Creative Space
Introduction to Editing Software
Online & Offline Editing
Elements of Advertisement
Elements of trailer
Sound effects Production
Sound Editing & Mixing
Audio Dubbing & Sound effects
Film Financing & Film Distribution
Course Schedule:
10 Apr 2012
- 29 Jun 2012
Time: Mondays, Tuesdays,
Thursdays & Fridays 10:00am － 4:00pm
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Payment Details
Tuition:
Local Students:
HK$16,000 / each module
International Students: US$5,500 /
each module
Local Students:
HK$48,000 / three modules
International
Students: US$15,000 / three modules
Material Fee:
Local Students: HK$1,400 / each module
International Students: US$400 / each
module
Local Students:
HK$4,000 / three modules
International
Students: US$1,000 / three modules
Application Fee:
Local Students: HK$100 / each module
International Students: US$100 / each
module
Local Students: HK$300 / three
modules
International Students: US$300 / three modules
Enquiry
Tel： 2786-9349
FAX ：
2786-9279
E-mail ： info@filmacademy.com.hk
Website ： www.filmacademy.com.hk
Application
Form (Local Students)
Application
Form (International Students)
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