BA Media Portfolio Development: Film course is a comprehensive 5-day short course, designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge needed to create a standout portfolio for pursuing education and/or career in filmmaking. 

Course Description

WHO IS IT FOR? 

 

This course is open to anyone who is interested in the subject. You don't need any particular knowledge or experience to attend.

 

COURSE CONTENT 

 

Day 1: Filmmaking Essentials 

 

• Introduction to Filmmaking: Basics and Terminology 
• Storytelling / writing 
• Cinematography 
• Sound 
• Postproduction

 

Day 2: Understanding Your Unique Voice 

 

• Self-assessment: Identifying Your Filmmaking Style and Strengths 
• Defining Your Voice: What Do You Want to Tell? 

 

Day 3: Crafting Your Filmmaker Statement 

 

• Articulating Your Filmmaking Philosophy and Vision 
• Writing an Impactful Filmmaker Statement 
• Peer Review and Feedback Session on Filmmaker Statements 

 

Day 4: Selecting and Presenting Your Work 

 

• Curating Your Best Work: Short Film Selection and Editing 
• Creating a Cohesive Portfolio Structure 
• Practical Exercise: Editing Your Showreel 

 

Day 5: Feedback and Fine-Tuning 

 

• Peer and Instructor Feedback on Portfolios 
• Refining Your Portfolio Based on Feedback 
• Final Portfolio Presentation Strategies 

 

LEARNING OUTCOMES 

Participants will leave this course with not only an in-depth understanding of filmmaking but also a refined and polished portfolio ready to make a lasting impression on potential employers, film schools, or collaborators.