Writing and Directing for the Camera Certificate

Program Overview

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Writing and Directing for the Camera Certificate

Summary

Gain a broad base of skills and knowledge needed for working in film, TV and theater while focusing on script writing, pre-production planning and working with actors. Train for entry-level work in a variety of fields including film, corporate communications and advertising agencies.

Completion Award

Certificate of Proficiency

Length of Study

67 Credits

Starting Quarter

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Location

On Campus

What You’ll Learn

• Write a successful short script
• Direct and work with actors from varying skill levels and working styles
• Script, plan and direct a cast and crew in a project for pre-production through post-production
• Manage the use of digital video cameras, lighting, audio equipment in studio and field production settings
• Demonstrate knowledge of professional set behavior and ethics

Courses & Requirements

Program Description

The Writing and Directing for the Camera Certificate of Proficiency prepares students to direct and write for films, TV, and other digital video programs. Shoreline Community College works closely with local advisory committees comprised of industry professionals to ensure students receive the knowledge and skills currently in demand by employers in the field. Students interested in pursuing a four-year baccalaureate degree should follow the Cinema, Film and Media Studies Pre-Major, AA-DTA Planning Guide.

Certificate of Proficiency (65-76 Credits)

Minimum grade of 1.0 in each course, and overall GPA of 2.0 or better required.

General Education Core Requirements - 12-15 Credits

Communication (5 Credits)

• ENGL& 101 English Composition I

Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (5 Credits)

Choose either BUS 102 or MATH& 107.

• Course 1

Human Relations (2-5 Credits)

Choose either BUS 105 or CMST& 101.

• Course 1

Foundation Core Requirements - 46-51 Credits

• CINEM 201 Introduction to Cinema History
• DRMA& 101 Introduction to Theatre
• DRMA 144 Acting 1
• or
• DRMA 145 Acting 2
• or
• DRMA 146 Acting 3
• DRMA 155 Acting for Television and Film
• DRMA 156 Acting, Writing, Directing for the Camera I
• DRMA 157 Acting, Writing, Directing for the Camera 2
• *DRMA 235 Experimental Theater: Student Directed** (5)**
• and/or
• Select 1-6 Credits:
  • DRMA 207 Theatrical Production
  • DRMA 208 Theatrical Production
  • DRMA 209 Theatrical Production
  • DRMA 224 Theater Career Planning and Auditioning
  • DRMA 255 Directing
  • DRMA 295 Special Topics in Drama
  • FILM 285 Screenwriting

Electives

Students will choose 7-10 Credits from below.

• DRMA 144 Acting 1
• or
• DRMA 145 Acting 2
• DRMA 224 Theater Career Planning and Auditioning
• DRMA 225 Improvisational Theater
• ART 144 Photography 1
• Survey of Western Art: (Choose One)
  • ARTH 224 Survey of Western Art: Ancient
  • ARTH 225 Survey of Art: Renaissance - 19th ct
  • ARTH 225 Survey of Art: Renaissance - 19th ct Credits: 5
• FILM 255 Basic Video Production
• FILM 257 Video Production II
• VCT 268 Editing Software Lab
• ENGL& 111 Introduction to Literature
• ENGL& 227 British Literature II
• ENGL& 246 American Literature III
• ENGL 281 Beginning Short Story Writing I

Approval To Graduate

Student Name, SID and Date:

Faculty Advisor and Date:

Division Dean and Date:

Credential Approval and Date:

Program Advisor

Tony Doupe Rm 4108

Program Information

Length of Program: 67-73 Credits Completion Award: Certificate of Proficiency Enrollment: Every Quarter Approximate Quarterly Costs: $35-$75 (in addition to tuition, books and parking) Website: filmmaking/

Plan code: PVTWDC45

Careers & Opportunities

The demand for films within the United States and abroad continues to create work for actors, screenwriters/story specialists, casting assistants and production assistants. Graduates of the Writing & Directing for the Camera Certificate may find work in a variety of areas including the film, TV and video industry, corporate communications/video departments and advertising agencies.

Potential employers include: Movie & TV production companies, Radio & TV broadcasting companies and freelance work.

Gainful Employment

Federal regulations require certain educational programs that qualify for a variety of federal student funding to comply with Gainful Employment rules.

Gainful Employment Information

Tuition & Fees

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

Per Quarter | WA-Resident | Non-WA resident, US citizen, & Eligible non-citizen On Campus | Non-WA resident Non-US citizen¹ | Non-WA resident, US citizen Online Only ---|---|---|---|--- 1 credit | $126.47 | $246.49 | $327.01 | $144.67 5 credits | $632.35 | $1,232.45 | $1,635.05 | $723.35 12 credits (full-time) | $1,387.14 | $2,487.04 | $3,408.94 | $1,571.08 15 credits | $1,570.80 | $2,520.25 | $3,617.20 | $1,757.65

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Additional Fees

Approximately $20 - $120 per quarter, depending on courses selected

Ways to pay for school

Federal aid, scholarships, grants, and more are available to help you pay for school.

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Related Program Options

• Acting for Stage and Camera Certificate
• Digital Film Production AAAS
• Drama & Theater Arts Pre-Major
• Cinema, Film & Media Studies Pre-Major

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Program Outline

Careers:

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Potential career paths:

• Actors
• Screenwriters/story specialists
• Casting assistants
• Production assistants

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Opportunities:

• Work in the film, TV and video industry
• Corporate communications/video departments
• Advertising agencies

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Potential employers:

• Movie & TV production companies
• Radio & TV broadcasting companies
• Freelance work