FSFM7006 Film, Media and Performing Arts Unit Handbook 2024-25 | UCA

FSFM7006 Introduction

• Welcome to this Unit! This unit will provide you with a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of producing for the screen. You will learn about the different roles and responsibilities of the producer and the production team and how to manage each stage of production: pre- production, production, and post-production, distribution and exhibition.
• The aim is to create a solid foundation upon which aspiring producers, having been given the necessary tools can develop their skills, and learn how to navigate the complex, multifaceted and demanding role of the Producer and Production Manager.
• Film producers, production managers, line producers and 1st AD’s play a key role in the financial, practical and facilitating the creative components of the filmmaking process. The ability to successfully manage and execute a production is essential for anyone working in these production positions. This unit will provide students with knowledge of contemporary practice and the skills needed to effectively plan and execute a production, from concept to completion. Understanding of, and the ability to co-ordinate, the various roles, responsibilities and relationships within the production.
• The unit will be delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops and practical exercises. Students will participate in practical exercises that will allow them to apply the skills and theory they learn in the classroom in order to investigate and practice producing and production management techniques. Assessment will be based on a combination of practical work and written assignments, including pitching a creative project based on existing IP, the creation of a production pack and a critical .

Teaching Team

Key Areas of Study:

• The Role of the Producer
  
• Financing
  
• Budgeting
  
• Scheduling
  
• Location Scouting/ Casting
  
• Promotion/ Festivals

Learning Outcomes 

FSFM7006 Assessment 

This Unit is assessed through the completion of two (2) tasks. These are the summative assessments. For these assessments you will receive a summative grade. 

In addition to the summative elements, the Unit contains various tasks to assist you in evaluating your practical work in the Unit. This is formative assessment and will come from staff and peers.

Formative Assessment and Feedback

Please Note: This feedback does not count towards your final Unit grade.

You will receive formative feeback on projects from both staff and peers in relation to your non summative practical work which will go towards your understanding and improvement of your craft skills as you go through the unit.

There will be pitching practice in class which you will receive formative feedback on from the tutor.

Summative Elements

Table A1 - Assessment Components

Practical project (LO 1,2,3,5) 

For your Practical Assessment you will be asked to create and and develop a creative pitch deck / production pack of a project based on an existing IP (book, play, etc) as the lead producer seeking to attract interest from collaborations, financiers and stakeholders alike.

You must:  Prepare a series of material that will accompany your work. 

You will need to communicate your vision for the work you want to produce supported by images, mood boards, casting ideas, genre decisions and overall budget considerations. 
Furthermore, you will need to submit this comprehensive production pack outlining, potential financiers and why they may be interested in your proposal, top sheet budget, production schedule, finance plan and location considerations. 

Written Project (LO 2,4,5,) 

You will use your new learning of producing for film to analyse and evaluate the production value, financing and casting from a professionally produced film of your choice. You will be encouraged to provide detailed analysis, including consideration of how the budget, location, art department and casting considerations serve the narrative, and offer analysis informed by reading of contemporary practice, film history and theoretic discourse. The essay must conform to academic conventions, and should include appropriate references with a bibliography using the Harvard referencing style. 

The essay must be no more than 1500 words

Date Time Method of Submission:

Practical project: 13th of May at 1pm via My UCA Blackboard link Written Project: 14th of May at 1pm via My UCA Blackboard link

Submission will be through MyUCA

• Create a folder on your OneDrive add the file you wish to share. Create a share link. Paste into a document with your name, student number and the unit number, save as a PDF and submit that through MyUCA

We will share links for the My UCA submission points via teams.

Reading

To develop your skills in finding, accessing and analyzing relevant discussion and information you are encouraged to explore all sources of information to drive and enhance your learning (books, academic and professional journals, online resources, etc.).