Module Descriptors
LOCATION PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY
FILM40178
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: John Bradburn
Email: J.P.Bradburn@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • COURSEWORK weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Learning Strategies
(1:20)3

All aspects of the module will be facilitated through workshops, tutorials, problem solving exercises and practical participation in the production of major collaborative projects using laboratory equipment and editing facilities
Module Indicative Content
This module requires students to demonstrate the technical aspects of live, on location television production undertaking appropriate roles in the production of collaborative projects and reporting on them.
In the course they will gain knowledge of,
1. The logistics of location production
2. Working under the direction of a Director in a live situation
3. Camera and lighting techniques for live recording
4. Establishing an on location live feed
4. Problem solving in a live situation
Module Additional Assessment Details
Coursework, an evaluation (typically 1000 words) weighted at 70% addressing Outcomes 3 and 4 and an event inspection weighted at 30% addressing outcome 1 and 2.
Module Texts
Paul Martingell (2008), Better Location Shooting: Techniques for Video Production, Focal Press, ISBN -13: 0240810034

Eve Light Honthaner (2010), The Complete Film Production Handbook, Focal Press, ISBN-13: 9780240811505

Steve Dawkins and Ian Wynd (2009), Video Production: Putting Theory into Practice, Palgrave McMillian, ISBN-13-1403998880
Module Special Admissions Requirements
None
Module Resources
Non-linear editing suite (Premiere Pro or Final Cut)
DV Cameras
Lighting Equipment
Ancillary camera equipment
Projectors
Screens
Two-way communication facilities