PRODUCTION DESIGN (3 SCU) (ELECTIVE)

Learning Outcomes :

Upon successful completion of this course, students are expected to be able to : Explain the role of the Art Department and the Production Designer on a film set; Analyze the role of design elements and principles in visual storytelling; Demonstrate the ability to formulate a visual concept to support the theme of a film; Apply basic design vocabulary to aid in communicating and collaborating with designers; Recognize the elements, processes and tools required in translating a script into a design; Recognize the proper procedure of running the Art Department for use in their filmmaking professions.

Topics :

This elective course is designed for final year film students to gain an insight into the field of production design. The class starts with analyzing different design concepts that have been used by various directors and designers. It is followed by lectures and discussions on the creative process as well as the practical aspects of production design. Afterwards, students will work on the individual design projects, preferably their own or their peers’ final year films. They will go through specific stages and workshops throughout the second half of the semester and end with a presentation of their completed, applicable design concept.
Prerequisite : FILM ARTISTIC