Introduction to Post-Production and Editing

Cod y Modiwl
FM10820
Teitl y Modiwl
Introduction to Post-Production and Editing
Blwyddyn Academaidd
2026/2027
Semester
Semester 2
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl
Dr Roderick Munday
Rhestr Ddarllen
Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu
Dr Greg Bevan
Dr Roderick Munday

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad

Manylion Asesiad

Cyfran
Asesiad Semester Editing & Sound Design Portfolio: 8 Minutes 60%
Asesiad Semester Reflective Essay ​: 1500 Words 40%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Editing & Sound Design Portfolio: 8 Minutes 60%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Reflective Essay ​: 1500 Words 40%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

  1. Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the post-production workflow and the roles and responsibilities of those involved.
  2. Demonstrate a good level of visual and audio literacy.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of editing different genres and cross-genre conventions.
  4. Demonstrate competence in the use of non-linear editing software.
  5. Exhibit good team skills whilst working in a group.
  6. Understand how post production can change the intention of a movie.
  7. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal requirements for completing and delivering a film.
  8. Demonstrate an understanding of professional practice and the logistical pressures of post-production in terms of time management, organization, resources.

Disgrifiad cryno

The post-production phase of a film usually takes longer than the actual shooting, and can take several months to complete because it includes the editing, the grade, visual effects and the addition of music and sound. This module will provide an overview of all the processes of post-production, with particular emphasis on editing as its main component. Students will explore
how a film can change direction and how the atmosphere of a film can be heavily influenced by editing, grading and the use of sound design and music during post-production.

Cynnwys

Lectures will focus on theory and workflows. During the workshops the students will put theory into practice with practical work on the Avid editing system using professionally produced source material.

The lectures will focus on the following:

The role of the post supervisor and managing the process
Editing techniques and their application in various genres
Visual Storytelling
Sound design
The use of VFX and Green Screen
Colour correction and grading
Completion, and physical and legal delivery

The Workshops will cover the following:

Working with Avid
Editing techniques
Post-production processes and workflows
Understanding the exigencies of the script
Visual storytelling
Cutting for Drama
Cutting for Comedy
Visual effects
Colour Correction and Grading
Sound design and the dub

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau

Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu Managing editorial workflow is about communication with all the various aspects feeding into the edit. Effective communication skills will be developed throughout the module.
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa The module emphasizes post production work in professionally defined roles. It establishes on a basic level the professional procedures in post production.
Datrys Problemau Editing is a continuous process of problem-solving. Students are tested on this individually.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun Formative feedback will be provided throughout the module which will help students to improve their own learning and performance.
Rhifedd Use of editing package and sound package involves application of number skills.
Sgiliau pwnc penodol Post Production and editing skills will be developed throughout the module.
Sgiliau ymchwil Students undertake research as part of the seminar/workshop program and will be assessed on their ability to identify, locate, evaluate and effectively use their knowledge to apply to the issues that arise.
Technoleg Gwybodaeth Specialized professional software will be used and students skills will be developed through the module. They will prepare and input data, manage systems and interpret information.

Nodau

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