Class Description
In this three day workshop, students will learn the basics of how to make a short narrative film, including creating an original story, recording scenes, and editing the final production. Students will generate story ideas and make a production plan. They will use video and audio equipment to film scenes. Finally, they will edit the scenes together to create a finished film.
Learning Objectives: In this class, students will learn
- How to create a short narrative film in a short period of time
- The three phases of film creation: Pre-production, production, and post-production.
- How to write a short script using the essential elements of story: plot, setting, characters, theme, conflict, point of view, and tone
- How to use video and audio equipment in film production
- How to film cinematically, including making choices in composition and point of view
- How to record audio for film
- How to edit a short film, including scene assembly, transitions, sound design
Equipment
- Apple iMacs
- Cameras: Canon 6D and Canon t7i
- Camera batteries, chargers, and SD cards
- Tascam DR-70D audio recorder
- Sennheiser M600 shotgun mic
- Auray boom pole
- Rode Wireless mics, transmitter and receiver
- GVM light kit
- Green Screen
- Production slate
- DJI Ronin gimbal
- Manfrotto tripods with fluid heads
- Padcaster tripods
Software
- Apple iMac
- Google Docs (for scriptwriting), shotlist, storyboarding, and pre-production notes
Deliverables
- The course will conclude with a complete short film (under 5 minutes) and film promotional materials, including a movie poster
