Code: CMN202 Title: Screen Production and Editing

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1 0BCourse outline Code: CMN202 Title: Screen Production and Editing Faculty of: Arts, Business and Law School of: Communication and Creative Industries Teaching Session: Semester 1 Year: 2018 Course Coordinator: Dr Joanna McIntyre jmcinty2@usc.edu.au Phone: What is this course about? 1.1 Course description There is ever-increasing demand for multiplatform screen content. CMN202 introduces you to the principles of video production, with an emphasis on video editing, through theory and practice, with workshops run by industry professionals. As part of your learning in this course, you will have the opportunity to produce a short documentary. You will acquire skills in screen production including camera operation, sound recording, and project management. You will also learn post-production techniques including colour grading, audio cleaning, editing and export video formats for different platforms. 1.2 Course content an introduction to the history and theories of screen editing post-production workflows critique and critical understanding of editing practice camera operation and sound recording working within a film hierarchy producing media for new media platforms 2. Unit value 12 units

2 Course Outline: Page 2 3. How does this course contribute to my learning? Specific Learning Outcomes Assessment Tasks Graduate Qualities On successful completion of this course you should be able to: You will be assessed on the learning outcome in task/s: Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming: Identify, analyse, internalise and apply editing theories. Become proficient with digital editing technology and editing techniques. Identify best practice in contemporary post-production workflows. 1, 2 and 3 Knowledgeable. Creative and critical thinkers. 2 and 3 Knowledgeable. Empowered. 2 and 3 Creative and critical thinkers. Knowledgeable. 4. Am I eligible to enrol in this course? Refer to the Coursework Programs and Awards - Academic Policy for definitions of pre-requisites, corequisites and anti-requisites 4.1 Enrolment restrictions 4.2 Pre-requisites CMN104 or CMN Co-requisites 4.4 Anti-requisites 4.5 Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills 5. How am I going to be assessed? 5.1 Grading scale Standard High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL)

3 evel U19T 5.2 Assessment tasks Task No. Assessment Tasks Course Outline: Individual or Group Weighting % Page 3 What is the duration / length? When should I submit? Where should I submit it? 1 Online test Individual 20% 60 minutes Week 4 Blackboard 2 An edited video and presentation Individual 40% 3 minute verbal presentation second video Week 7 In class 3 2 minute short documentary and presentation Group 40% 5 minute verbal presentation minute documentary Weeks 12 & 13 In class 100% Assessment Task 1: Online test Goal: Product: Format: To demonstrate introductory level knowledge of video editing terminologies, shot descriptions and basic editing theories Online test 30 multiple choice questions about screen production theories, techniques, and terminologies Criteria correct answers selected in multiple choice questions demonstrated knowledge of course content timely submission of test answers Generic skill assessed 19Skill assessment level l Communication Information literacy Assessment Task 2: Edited video and a verbal presentation Goal: Product: Format: To demonstrate your knowledge of editing practice and ability to edit a promotional video that appeals to a specific target audience Edited video and in class presentation second promotional video (using footage provided) and a 3 minute oral presentation critiquing and analysing the piece Criteria demonstrated knowledge and application of editing techniques application of colour grading effective use of audio correct export format explanation of delivery platform and target audience explanation of aesthetic choices conforms to required timing

4 Generic skill assessed Communication Organisation Information literacy Course Outline: Page 4 Skill assessment level Assessment Task 3: Short documentary and verbal presentation Goal: Product: Format: Demonstrate your ability to produce, shoot and edit a short documentary as part of a production team 2-3 minute video of short documentary and 5 minute presentation Working with classmates as a production team, you will produce a 2-3 minute documentary and export for various new media platforms. Each production team will work under an industry-standard film hierarchy, assigning a director, producer, camera operator, sound recordist, and editor etc. During class in Week 12 or Week 13, your group will screen the documentary and give a presentation that analyses and reflects on the production and quality of the piece. Criteria demonstrated knowledge and application of editing techniques application of colour grading effective use of audio correct export format and conformity to required timing screen aesthetics and narrative construction explanation of delivery platform and target audience explanation of aesthetic and narrative choices use of correct terminology peer reviewed contribution Generic skill assessed Collaboration Communication Applying technologies Organisation Skill assessment level Introductory 5.3 Additional assessment requirements Plagiarism In order to minimise incidents of plagiarism and collusion, this course may require that some of its assessment tasks, when submitted to Blackboard, are electronically checked through SafeAssign. This software allows for text comparisons to be made between your submitted assessment item and all other work that SafeAssign has access to.

5 Page 5 Course Outline: Eligibility for Supplementary Assessment Your eligibility for supplementary assessment in a course is dependent of the following conditions applying: a) The final mark is in the percentage range 47% to 49.4% b) The course is graded using the Standard Grading scale c) You have not failed an assessment task in the course due to academic misconduct 5.4 Submission penalties Late submission of assessment tasks will be penalised at the following maximum rate: 5% (of the assessment task s identified value) per day for the first two days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. 10% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the third day 20% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the fourth day and subsequent days up to and including seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. A result of zero is awarded for an assessment task submitted after seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. Weekdays and weekends are included in the calculation of days late. To request an extension you must contact your course coordinator to negotiate an outcome. 6. How is the course offered? 6.1 Directed study hours On campus workshop: 3 hours per week 6.2 Teaching semester/session(s) offered Semester 1

6 Page Course activities Teaching Week / Module Course Outline: What key concepts/content will I learn? What activities will I engage in to learn the concepts/content? Directed Study Activities Independent Study Activities 1 Introduction to Editing; Overview of Course and Assessment Information 2 Editing Techniques, Terminologies, and Theories Details of required reading and Details of required reading and 3 Editing Techniques, Terminologies, and Theories Formative feedback: discussion in workshop Details of required reading and 4 Editing Seminar and Details of required reading and 5 Friday 30th March Good Friday Public Holiday Editing Seminar and Details of required reading and Mid Semester Break 6 Editing Seminar and Details of required reading and 7 In-Class Assessment: Presentations and Video Screenings Assignment Presentations + Details of required reading and 8 Wednesday 25th April ANZAC Day Public Holiday Editing Seminar and Details of required reading and 9 Editing Seminar and Details of required reading and 10 Monday 7th May May Day Public Holiday Editing Seminar and Details of required reading and 11 Editing Seminar and Details of required reading and

7 Page 7 Course Outline: 12 In-Class Assessment: Presentations and Video Screenings 13 In-Class Assessment: Presentations and Video Screenings Please note that the course activities may be subject to variation. 7. What resources do I need to undertake this course? 7.1 Prescribed text(s) 7.2 Required and recommended readings Lists of required and recommended readings may be found for this course on its Blackboard site. These materials/readings will assist you in preparing for tutorials and assignments, and will provide further information regarding particular aspects of your course. 7.3 Specific requirements An external hard drive and a set of headphones will be of benefit to you in this course. 7.4 Risk management Health and safety risks have been assessed as low. It is your responsibility to research and understand risks of specific courses and to review the USC s health and safety principles by viewing the online induction training for students. 8. How can I obtain help with my studies? In the first instance you should contact your tutor, then the Course Coordinator. Additional assistance is provided to all students through Peer Advisors and Academic Skills Advisors. You can drop in or book an appointment. To book: Tel: or student central@usc.edu.au 9. Links to relevant University policies and procedures For more information on Academic Learning & Teaching categories including: Assessment: Courses and Coursework Programs Review of Assessment and Final Grades Supplementary Assessment Administration of Central Examinations Deferred Examinations Student Academic Misconduct Students with a Disability General enquiries In person: Sippy Downs - Student Central, Ground Floor, Building C USC SouthBank - Student Central, Building B, Ground floor (level 1)

8 Page 8 Course Outline: USC Gympie - Student Central, 71 Cartwright Road, Gympie USC Fraser Coast - Student Central, Building A Tel: studentcentral@usc.edu.au