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Purpose
1.
Course Description
This course introduces the established tools and language used in writing a film project. Students will
take a story from initial idea, treatment, and outline to a rough draft and finally a shooting script.
Instruction focuses on the fundamentals of visual storytelling. The intersection of story structure,
theme, character, tension, and conflict is examined through detailed scene analysis. In-class
discussion provides students with constructive analysis and support. Students are encouraged to tell
their stories visually, rather than relying on dialogue.
Course Objectives
This course will provide you with an overview of screenwriting fundamentals and the essential
elements of story and character development. Through instruction and group workshops, you will
learn to execute a short film story from concept to shooting script. Each student will participate in inclass writing exercises as well as several script workshops that coincide with their production
requirements in the directing course, including the mise-en-scene, the continuity film, the music video,
the non-sync sound film and finally the Digital Dialogue.
Pre-requisites
2.
None
3.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
3.4
4.1
4.2
4.3
2.3
2.4
2.7
3.1
3.2
3.3
4.4
Skills
S.1
S.2
S.3
S.4
S.5
Knowledge
K.1
K.2
K.3
K.4
K.5
K.6
K.7
1.4
1.5
2.1
2.2
3.2
3.3
K.4
K.5
2.6
3.1
Skills
S.1
S.2
S.3
Knowledge
K.1
K.2
K.3
4.
Subject Content
Assessment Strategy
5.1.
Assessment Method
Assessment Item
Submission /
Extra Notes for
Assessment Date the Assessment
- Assignment to be
completed as
individuals.
- Hard copies to be
handed in at
the beginning
of class.
Assessment 1 Elements
1 - BSBCMM401A Make a presentation (Core)
1. Prepare a presentation
2. Deliver a presentation
3. Review the presentation
- Assignment to be
completed as
individuals.
- Hard copies to be
handed in at
the beginning
of respective
classes.
Assessment 2 Elements
1 - BSBCMM401A Make a presentation (Core)
1. Prepare a presentation
2. Deliver a presentation
3. Review the presentation
- Assignment to be
completed as
individuals.
- Hard copies to be
handed in at
the beginning
of respective
classes.
Assessment 3 Elements
1 - BSBCMM401A Make a presentation (Core)
1. Prepare a presentation
2. Deliver a presentation
3. Review the presentation
Hard copies to
be handed in
at the
beginning of
class 14.
New York Film Academy Australia students are required to hand their work in on time. If there is a
problem that hinders a student from handing their work in by the prescribed due date, then the
situation must be detailed in writing (email acceptable) and submitted to the Trainer (and copied to the
Academic Manager) before the due date. The Trainer, in consultation with the Academic Manger, will
make a decision based on the merits of the case presented. For fairness, equality and consistency of
marking you need to follow these steps.
If your Trainer gives you feedback that assessment items should be reworked, in part or in whole,
then you will only be permitted one (1) reassessment of each item at no cost. As many of the Practical
Assignments are completed in groups, it may be necessary to ask a classmate(s) to help in a
reassessment. If more than one reassessment of an item is required then the negotiated fee (based
on the time needed for the Trainer to reassess and administration costs) will be charged. Should you
need to re-sit an exam due to an unsatisfactory result, then a negotiated date, within one (1) week of
the first attempt, must be worked out with the Academic Manger of the school.
5.2.
Conditions of Assessment
All written assignments must conform to the Assignment Policy in the NYFA Australia Student
Handbook, including the submission on a NYFA Australia Assignment Cover Sheet. Assignments
must be typed unless otherwise specified. Students are required to demonstrate safe work practices.
Written examination conditions apply. Students are given 10 minutes perusal prior to commencing an
examination on theoretical understanding. A supervisor is present during the conducting of exams.
Resubmission
Assessment
requirements
Keeping a copy of
every assignment
Assessment
Schedules
Students need to ensure they keep a copy of any assignments they submit.
You may find that many assignments will be due in the last week because
they often represent the finalisation and submission of ongoing work. These
should be worked on during the semester and not left till the last minute. The
date listed will often be the last date for submission but if you manage to
complete some of these assignments earlier you can submit them by
arrangement with your trainer and they will then be out of the way. If you
have any concerns in relation to the nature or conduct of your assessment or
the feedback on your assessment please discuss the issue with your trainer.
You can also lodge a Client Service Feedback form to NYFA Australia if you
wish.
6.
Delivery
6.1.
Delivery Strategy
This subject has both a theory and practical component since it aims to teach the principles then use
them in practice. The following delivery strategies will be used:
- Lectures
- Practical sessions
6.2.
Resource requirements
Essential facilities and equipment supplied by the New York Film Academy Australia:
- Apple iMac
- Celtx (screenwriting software)
6.3.
A safe work environment will be provided for students in use of the equipment and at New York Film
Academy Australia. All students must adhere to Occupational Health and Safety Requirements at all
times. This includes assignment work that is performed away from campus without supervision by a
Trainer.
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7.
CLASS
#1
Schedule
PROGRAM
- Course introduction
- The Story Spark
- Brainstorming Exercise
COURSEWORK
ASSESSMENT
Read: Story
- Introduction
- 1. The Story
Problem
- Discussion of Mise-en-Scene
#2
#3
- Screenplay formatting
- Workshop: Continuity Film
#4
- 3-Act Structure
- Writing to Music
- Workshop: Music Film
#5
#6
- Visual storytelling
- Workshop: Non-Sync Film Treatment
#7
- Obstacles, Conflict
- Workshop: Non-Sync Film Script
#8
- Theme
- Subplot
Read: Story
Assignment 1:
- 2. The
Mise-en-scene
Structure
Script Due
Spectrum
- 3. Structure
and Setting
Read: Story
Assignment 1:
- 4. Structure Continuity Film
and Genre
Script Due
- 5. Structure
and Character
Read: Story
Assignment 1:
- 6. Structure Music Film Script
and Meaning Due
- 7. The
Substance of
Story
Read: Story
Assignment 1:
- 8. The Inciting Non-Sync Film
Incident
Treatment Due
- 9. Act Design
Read: Story
- 10. Scene
Design
Assignment 1:
Non-Sync Film
Script Due
Read: Story
- 11. Scene
Analysis
Assignment 1:
Non-Sync Film
Script Due
Read: Story
Assignment 2:
- 12.
POV Treatment
Composition Due
- Dialogue
- Workshop: POV Screenplays
#10
Read: Story
- 13. Crisis,
Climax,
Resolution
Assignment 2:
POV Screenplay
Due
Read: Story
- 14. The
Principal of
Antagonism
Assignment 3:
Digital Dialogue
Treatment Due
#11
Read: Story
Assignment 3:
- 15. Exposition Digital Dialogue
Step Outline Due
- Non-traditional structures
- Workshop: Digital Dialogue Film Script
- Workshop: Digital Dialogue Film
Characters
#13
#14
- Twists
#15
Read: Story
Assignment 3:
- 16. Problems Digital Dialogue
and Solutions Film Script/
Revisions/Charac
ter Breakdowns
Due
Read: Story
Assignment 3:
- 17. Character Digital Dialogue
Film Script Due
Read: Story
Assignment 3:
- 18. The Text Final Film
- Workshop: Semester One Film Synopsis
Synopsis Due
- Workshop: Final Film Synopsis, Step
Outline and Character Breakdown.
- Pitching: Final Film Presentations
Read: Story
Assignment 4:
- 19. A Writers Final Film
Method
Deliverables Due
- Fade Out.
Exam Information
8.
Nil.
Expenses to Students
9.
Textbook
10.
Suggested References
11.
Writing Screenplays That Sell, Michael Hauge 2011, Collins Reference. ISBN 9780061791437
Selling Your Story in 60 Seconds, Michael Hauge 2006, Michael Wiese Productions. ISBN
978-1932907209
The Writers Journey, Christopher Vogler 2007, Michael Wiese Productions. ISBN 9781932907360
The Screenwriters Bible, David Trottier 2010, Silman-James Pr. ISBN 978-1935247029
On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft, Stephen King 2010, Scribner. ISBN 978-1439156810
Adventures in the Screen Trade, William Goldman 1996, Abacus. ISBN 978-0349107059
12.
Attendance and
participation for
all students
Attendance and
participation
for Domestic
Students
Attendance and
participation
for International
Students
Submission of
assignments
The New York Film Academy Australia aims to ensure that its assessments are
valid, fair and reliable. In particular we aim to:
Spread the assessment workload over the semester, although there will
generally need to be an end of semester cluster of assessments.
Provide constructive written feedback that students can use to improve their
performance in the unit.
Late
assignments
Resubmission
of assignments
When a student is not yet competent in an assessment piece they may be eligible
to resubmit an assignment or at a time organised by the trainer. There must be at
least an 85% class attendance or evidence of extenuating circumstances
(financial or medical) for this to be considered.
Course
progress
for International
Students
Course progress
NYFA Australia is committed to monitoring the course progress of all overseas
students. Where a student is falling behind in their studies and their recorded
assessment results are below competency (not yet competent), NYFA Australia
training staff will provide the required support to assist the student through to the
required competency.
In the case where a student may fall below 50% of the required competency score
in a study period (no shorter than 10 weeks) training staff will contact the
Overseas Contact Officer who will initiate the Course Progress Intervention
Strategy, which will include but not be limited to providing the overseas student
with the following:
-
Students requiring the Course Progress Intervention Strategy may wish to appeal
their assessment result.
All due care is taken by NYFA Australia Training staff to support the student to the
place of competent completion of course units. However where a student records
competency scores below 50% in two consecutive study periods, NYFA Australia
management may commence enrolment cancellation procedures. Where a
student records competency scores below 50% in two consecutive study periods
NYFA Australia Management will notify the student in writing of their intention to
report their unsatisfactory course progress to DEEWR/DIAC. Students may
appeal the decision. (Refer to the NYFA Australia complaints and Appeals
Procedure)