Course description

Overview of the Film Production Course

  1. Objective:
    To develop skilled professionals capable of contributing creatively and technically to the media and entertainment industry.

  2. Levels Offered:

    • Certificate in Film Production: Foundation-level skills.
    • Diploma in Film Production: Advanced training and specialization.
  3. Duration:

    • Certificate: 1 year to 1.5 years.
    • Diploma: 2 years.
  4. Mode of Study:

    • Full-time.
    • Part-time (depending on the institution).

Key Units of Study

  1. Scriptwriting and Storytelling

    • Fundamentals of narrative structure, dialogue writing, and screenplay formatting.
  2. Cinematography

    • Camera operation, lighting techniques, and visual composition.
  3. Directing

    • Managing the creative vision and guiding actors and crew during production.
  4. Editing and Post-Production

    • Use of editing software to assemble raw footage into a finished film.
    • Introduction to color grading and special effects.
  5. Sound Design

    • Recording, mixing, and editing sound for audiovisual productions.
  6. Production Management

    • Budgeting, scheduling, and logistical coordination for film projects.
  7. Film Marketing and Distribution

    • Strategies for promoting and distributing films to reach target audiences.
  8. Ethics and Media Law

    • Understanding copyright laws, intellectual property rights, and ethical considerations in filmmaking.

What will i learn?

  • Learning Outcomes Graduates of the course will: Create, direct, and produce films independently or as part of a team. Demonstrate mastery of industry-standard tools and technologies. Adapt to both traditional and modern filmmaking techniques, including digital and online media.

Requirements

  • Entry Requirements Certificate: KCSE Grade D (Plain) or equivalent. Diploma: KCSE Grade C- (Minus) or completion of a relevant Certificate in Film Production.

Dorine Otieno

Lectures

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Skill level

Intermediate

Expiry period

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