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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.

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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