TOTAL QUALIFICATION TIME
44 HOURS
EXAM CODE
Pre/Mid and Post Assessment (Local Achievement)
NQF LEVEL
5
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Digital film making is an essential part of film and media industry. It is enabling filmmakers to blend art and digital media and speed up the process of filmmaking as well as be more creative and enterprising in the special effects department.
Digital media is used to produce effects & realistic environments in films. Through visual effects, the artists can make create water effects, natural disasters, flying objects, superpowers and other special effects that are difficult or impossible to shoot in real life. Digital media also changes dramatically the way a film is created, and make it possible to appear a huge range of opportunities to innovate, reduce the production and post-production time. There is a growing demand for film and video entertainment, which makes the opportunities in this field promising.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
| Upon completion of the course, learner is expected to: |
| CO1 |
Execute a Photoshop environment |
| CO2 |
Implement with image areas, multiple layers, save images in the web, print, and PDF formats |
| CO3 |
Classify the basic functionality, features and principles of 3ds Max |
| CO4 |
Apply and create 3D data in 3ds Max, import data from other 3D applications |
| CO5 |
Compare embellish scenes with the use of materials and maps, execute adequate lighting for your environments |
| CO6 |
Animate objects in the scene, render still pictures and animations to disk for later viewing |
| CO7 |
Combine video layer, transitions effects, adding sounding, basic animation, intermediate animation, color keying, and animation assistants |
| CO8 |
Produce and demonstrate Time Tracking, working with sequences of images in a cohesive manner as well as working with 3D |
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 01: Review basic workflows and tools in Digital film making (DFM)
Module 02: Composite images and prepare art works
Module 03: 2D images and background making process with HD quality
Module 04: Create graphics, icons and other UI elements
Module 05: Converting and modeling 3D Objects
Module 06: 3D Animation process and packaging
Module 07: Exporting and importing contents to composite film (video footage)
Module 08: Composition tools for Digital film
Module 09: Export and make HD Quality output film
Module 10: Adding Audio narration and background score
COURSE FORMAT
The taught instructor-led course will be a suitable mix of lectures, tutorials, workshops, case studies, videos and hands on practical exercises. Delegates will be given immediate opportunities to apply what they have learned with real life problems and case studies. A comprehensive course workbook is at the core of this course and delegates will also be guided through additional material in the instructor-led sessions.
PREREQUISITES
Prerequisites for the Award Level 5 Digital Film Making course include proficiency in digital film production software, storytelling skills, technical knowledge of camera operation and lighting, creativity and innovation in visual storytelling, communication skills, attention to detail, time management, portfolio or prior experience, and commitment to continuous learning in the field of digital filmmaking. Preferably at least a diploma graduate in a relevant field and/or equivalent or is planning a career profession related to Digital Film Making. The course requires an intermediate to advance level of proficiency in the English language.
CAREER PROGRESSION AND LEARNING PATHWAY
| No. |
Learning Pathway
“Qualification Title” |
Brief/ Technologies |
Career Pathway “Position” |
| 01 |
Award Level 5 Digital Film Making |
Photoshop and Illustrator
3DS Max
Audacity
Premiere and After Effects |
- Production Assistant
- Content Editor
- Story Editor
|
| 02 |
Post Production Techniques and Skills |
Video Editor
Visual Effects
Compositor (Combination of visual elements) |
- Post Production Supervisor
- Colorist
|
| 03 |
Screenwriting and Story Development |
Writing scripts
Review and editing scripts |
- Script Writer
- Development Executive
|
| 04 |
Sound and Music for Film |
Creating sound effects and audio landscapes
Recording, editing and mixing audio |
- Film Composer
- Music supervisor
|
| 05 |
Animation and Motion Graphics |
3D Animation for films, games
|
- Motion Graphics Designer
- Graphic Designers
|
| 06 |
Entertainment Marketing & Promotion |
Handling/ Managing film projects or portfolio, media, relations, & handle marketing campaign |
- Marketing Manager Film Producer
- Publicity/PR Manager
|
