Diploma of Screen and Media (Film & Television)

Diploma

The demand for content creators is growing around the world This course provides the hands-on knowledge required in the collaborative field of filmmaking. You'll get the opportunity to put knowledge and theory into practice working on a variety of films to develop a wide range of industry skills.

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Key details

Degree Type

Diploma

Duration

2 semesters full-time

Course Code

CUA51020

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Feb

About this course

The demand for content creators is growing around the world

This course provides the hands-on knowledge required in the collaborative field of filmmaking. You'll get the opportunity to put knowledge and theory into practice working on a variety of films to develop a wide range of industry skills. You will gain on-set experience in various roles while building vital knowledge in the craft of filmmaking.

The aim of the course is to prepare you for industry by encouraging best practise teamwork in the pursuit of compelling storytelling.

Once completed you can continue on to Advanced Diploma where there are opportunities to focus on specific disciplines such as directing, cinematography, producing, editing, production design and sound.

If you continue with your studies you could also find yourself on a path to becoming a:

Camera Operator
Producer
Editor
Cinematographer
Director
Writer
Production Designer

Study locations

Perth

What you will learn

Operate professional cameras
Edit video and audio using industry-standard software
Lighting techniques
Work as part of a film crew
Develop content and script ideas for production
Explore the elements of production design

Career pathways

Film, TV and Video Editor | Video Producer
Camera Operator (Film, Television, Video) | Light Technician | Television Equipment Operator

Other jobs title may include:

Screen Writer
Production Manager (Film and Television) | Assistant Producer
Sound Recordist
Lighting Designer (Productions)
Instructional Designer

Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.

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