Module: FTV5100-20 Advanced Studio Production II

Level: 5

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor: Simon Mansfield

Module Tutor Contact Details: s.mansfield@bathspa.ac.uk

Please note that in order to take this module you must have studied FTV5002-20 Advanced Studio Production I.

1. Brief description and aims of module:

This module aims to consolidate and extend, through theory/practice approaches, a critical awareness, learning outcomes, knowledge and practical skills developed in FTV5002-20: Advanced Studio Production I.

Extra technical and creative skills development, along with more challenging team-based work, is included to help you gain experience in managing complex productions.

All areas will be treated in depth with additional opportunities for skills specialisation, as determined by their evident interests and aptitude.

Where possible there will be opportunities to collaborate with other modules e.g. in order to produce motion graphics, logos, branding and title sequences for television programme(s).

2.Outline syllabus:

The workshops and seminars will cover:

• Practice of OB (Outside Broadcast) operation techniques to produce ‘as live’ television programme segments

• In-depth integration of graphics into programme segments

• Prepare relevant documentation to support ideas for more complex television production, for a specified audience

• Independent research to produce of an in-depth interview within a multi-cam studio/OB environment

• Pitch ideas and participate in peer/tutor feedback and Q&A

• In a production team produce a television studio programme incorporating OB, and more complex graphics (e.g. green screen)

• Practice health and safety in a multi-camera television production

• Produce Risk Assessments to VT single camera location work

• More in-depth practice of television studio craft skills and studio technical operational roles and techniques to support the production of a television programme

• Further in-depth training on television studio apparatus

• Specialisation and practice of a television studio production role

• Apply technical information to manage data (video) for play back/inserts

• Demonstrate independent production as a member of a studio television crew and produce a television programme for specific duration, audience

There will be a greater emphasis (than in Semester 1) on specialisation for the planning an entire project from concept to delivery.

The aim here is to handle at least one major production challenge; a live event (actual or simulated) or one scripted and fully pre-produced item.

Both will make full use of the BSU’s large multi-camera studio facilities and there will be an opportunity to incorporate Outside Broadcast practices and the use of Green Screen in your production/practice.

In addition to practice based learning, developing a personal, reflective approach to one’s industry-relevant skills and employability will be encouraged e.g. by way of:

• Recognising skillsets within film, television and digital media.

• CV & online portfolio development.

• Researching into employment possibilities.

• Critical reading and note taking.

• Critical thinking.

• Analytical Writing.

• Communicating effectively in the workplace.

• Developing a personal approach to creative or visual research (workbook/blog etc.).

3.Teaching and learning activities:

The module supports the need for a strong learning culture, providing a climate for continuous development through the fostering of active participation and the generating of a collaborative and individual learning experience.

Formal contact will comprise lectures / seminars and the other, immersive sessions of industry -professional led workshops. During part of this time students will be introduced to new skills and knowledge and have the opportunity to put into practice the skills and knowledge already learned. The remaining time will be spent in independent study, preparing for the sessions and exploring and reflecting on the techniques and concepts introduced in taught sessions. Access to studio spaces on campus will be provided and timetabled.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: Course Work

• Description: Essay and illustrated storyboard (2500 words equivalent)

• % Weighting: 30%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: Course Work

• Description: ‘AS LIVE’ ‘pilot’ multi-camera HD television studio production.

• % Weighting: 70%