(SCTP) WSQ Diploma in Media (Content Production and Management) - Assistant Director (Synchronous E-Learning)
About This Course
Designed and presented by practicing professionals, this interactive programme aims to empower participants with essential expertise to succeed as Assistant Directors in the media sector. The comprehensive curriculum includes production planning & scheduling, location scouting, production operations, budget management, camera operations, direction, and crew selection.
What You'll Learn
• Learning the key roles in a production crew
• Planning productions
• Designing production schedules
Module 2: Location Scouting
• Understanding the creative vision of the production
• Selecting ideal locations based on script and production needs
• Managing production constraints like budgets and time
Module 3: Production Operations (Assistant Director)
• Understanding working with production budgets
• Managing production schedules
• Achieving production quality standards
Module 4: Production Budget Management
• Designing and allocating production budgets
• Managing capital expenditures and Intellectual Property (IP) costs
Module 5: Camera Operations
• Visual storytelling
• Principals of cinematography
• Working with factors that affect visual composition
Module 6: Direction (Assistant Director)
• Understanding and applying production elements for a project
• Breaking down script
• Understanding production schedules, screen grammar formats, shot, and scene design
• Supporting creative and technical production requirements
Module 7: Crew Selection (Assistant Director)
• Understanding pre-production and post-production requirements
• Conducting interviews, networking for talent
• Negotiating contracts to ensure a fit for the production crew
Entry Requirements
Academic Level Required:
Obtain Pass Grade in GCE N-Level subjects including English (or IELTS overall band score 5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent
Language Proficiency:
English
Work Experience Required:
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 Oral interview or evaluation test by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course
Minimum Age Required:
18