Post Production Techniques

Reference:         IMD414
Level:                 4
Credit points:     22.5
Weighting:         1.5
Study time:        225 hours

Description:

Building on the experiences of the autumn term this unit aims to introduce students to digital postproduction techniques and to explore a range of digital media production methods. The unit will cover the investigation of digital compositing, motion graphics, green screen and the use of real and virtual materials. In addition students will explore a range of digital editing techniques in both video and sound.
Students will gain an understanding the importance of project planning and the use of project management tools, digital work-flows and working to tight time schedules.
Students will also have opportunities to research the development of digital media post-production tools and their effects on working methods and production processes.
During this unit students will gain an understanding of tools, techniques and processes that will inform their work on their chosen pathway at Level 5.

Outline syllabus:

• Digital compositing techniques
• Green screen techniques
• Working with digital images
• Screen ratios and formats
• Copyright
• Type design for screen
• Virtual studios
• Combining real and virtual material
• Advanced Sound techniques
• Digital work flows
• Project planning and management

Method of delivery:

Projects; studio practice; learning teams; research; tutorials; critiques.

Aims:

A1 To develop fundamental skills and understanding in a range of post-production techniques
A2 To explore a range of digital video and sound editing techniques
A3 To gain an understanding of the importance of project planning methods
A4 Develop an understanding of digital post-production techniques and their effects on working methods and production processes

Learning outcomes:

On completion of this unit you will be able to:
LO1 Demonstrate a range of skills in digital video and sound editing techniques
LO2 Develop own work demonstrating a range of post-production techniques
LO3 Demonstrate an understanding of the use of project planning methods
LO4 Analyse the effects of digital post-production techniques and their effects on working methods production processes

Assessment Requirements:

Project 100%
Each assessment requirement must be passed at a minimum grade of 40% to successfully complete the unit.
Assessment criteria (specific criteria related to the learning outcomes and linked to the
statement of generic assessment criteria matrix):
Evidence of knowledge of technical processes (b) – Through completed project (LO1, LO2, LO3)
Evidence of realisation through application of technical knowledge and skills (g) – Presentation of completed project (LO1)
Evidence of understanding through research and analysis (c) – Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of digital post-production techniques (LO4)

Reference material:

This will vary according to the needs of individual students. You will define Reference Material through negotiation with staff and list it in your Learning Agreement. For further guidance on resources please speak to your Subject Librarian