Screen Production Department Skills (Certificate, L7, 30 ECTS)

Program Overview

Screen Production Department Skills (Certificate, L7, 30 ECTS)

Course Overview

This programme will give a broad overview of all film and TV production departments, their workflows and how they interact. It aims to equip new entrants to the sector with the knowledge and essential skills required for working on set, team collaboration, key production computing skills and programming systems.

In response to industry feedback internationally and nationally the programme aims to offer prospective students the essential communication skills such as problem-solving, adaptive thinking, creative collaboration and emotional intelligence. Other important elements of the programme include Health and Safety, set etiquette, script breakdown and self-management in the industry. Upon completion this programme will form the basis of the new entrants journey to working in the audio visual industry.

Limerick School of Art & Design has developed this programme in partnership with Screen Skills Ireland and Film in Limerick ensuring it is at the forefront of industry needs.

The government is looking to double the number of jobs in the sector to over 24,000 (audio visual action plan, Creative Ireland Pillar 4). Creative digital projects built with rapidly changing technologies have created a large skills gap in the talent pipeline that underpins this expansion. This is creating a lot of demand for technically skilled artists designers and IT graduates in TV and feature film both nationally and within the mid west region where 100s of jobs have been created at Troy Studios, Castletroy, Limerick. This is an established and popular programme aimed at recent graduates and those looking to upskill who are also working in the screen production, film, tv, animation sector. It has been sucessfully offered in 2020, 2021, and 2022 and will run again in 2023.

Entry Requirements

• Proof of a Level 6 qualification or approved equivalent
• Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) – Assessment

Course Content

Semester 1

• The Production Environment
• Production & Post Production Pipeline
• Production Paperwork
• Computer Systems & Essential Software
• Preparation for Employment

More Information

Delivery

• All Springboard and HCI Pillar 1 funded programmes will commence on Thursday 5th September at 7pm with a one-hour online ‘Welcome Introductory Session’.
• 100% online delivery (6hrs per week).

What will the time commitment be?

• Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college.

Assessment

• Please note that the exams for this course will be part continuous assessment and part final project. The final assignment is an industry project written report in lieu of a formal written exam.

Qualification

• Certificate in Screen Production Department Skills (Level 7, 30 ECTS)

Fees

• This programme is Springboard+ funded in 2024. Successful applicants in employment qualify for 90% Springboard+ funding & are liable for the balance of the 10% fee of €300. Successful applicants on a qualifying DSP payment qualify for 100% funding.

Application Deadline

• 11 August 2024. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis, prioritizing unemployed and returning applicants. Course will be closed once the maximum number of applicants is reached. Courses run subject to viable numbers.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This program provides a comprehensive overview of all film and TV production departments, their workflows, and how they interact. It aims to equip new entrants to the sector with the knowledge and essential skills required for working on set, team collaboration, key production computing skills, and programming systems. The program emphasizes essential communication skills such as problem-solving, adaptive thinking, creative collaboration, and emotional intelligence. Other important elements include Health and Safety, set etiquette, script breakdown, and self-management in the industry. Upon completion, this program will form the basis of the new entrants' journey to working in the audio-visual industry. Limerick School of Art & Design has developed this program in partnership with Screen Skills Ireland and Film in Limerick, ensuring it is at the forefront of industry needs. The government aims to double the number of jobs in the sector to over 24,000 (audio-visual action plan, Creative Ireland Pillar 4). Creative digital projects built with rapidly changing technologies have created a large skills gap in the talent pipeline that underpins this expansion. This is creating a lot of demand for technically skilled artists, designers, and IT graduates in TV and feature film both nationally and within the mid-west region where 100s of jobs have been created at Troy Studios, Castletroy, Limerick. This is an established and popular program aimed at recent graduates and those looking to upskill who are also working in the screen production, film, tv, animation sector. It has been successfully offered in 2020, 2021, and 2022 and will run again in 2023.

Outline:

Semester 1

• The Production Environment: The role and function of the Production Department as a hub for all departments.
• Production & Post Production Pipeline: Understanding the production process from Pre-production, to the shoot period, and post production.
• Production Paperwork: Key production paperwork – Script, budget, scheduling & contracts.
• Computer Systems & Essential Software: Programming, production databases, and familiarisation with a variety of production software.
• Preparation for Employment: CV Preparation, Networking, interview skills, and self management skill.

Delivery:

• 100% online delivery (6hrs per week).

Time Commitment:

• Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours.
Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college. The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.

Assessment:

• The exams for this course will be part continuous assessment and part final project.
The final assignment is an industry project written report in lieu of a formal written exam.

Careers:

• The program aims to equip students with the skills needed to work in the audio-visual industry.
• The government aims to double the number of jobs in the sector to over 24,000, creating a lot of demand for technically skilled artists, designers, and IT graduates in TV and feature film.