Course Title: Edit screen content for fast turnaround
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: VART6432C
Course Title: Edit screen content for fast turnaround
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5350 - Diploma of Screen and Media
Course Contact: Andrew Harrison
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4350
Course Contact Email: andrew.harrison@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Tutor: Trewlea Peters
Email: trewlea.peters@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 30
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will cover the skills and knowledge required to use non-linear digital facilities to edit screen content for fast turnaround.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPOS401 Edit screen content for fast turnaround |
Element: |
1. Prepare for edit |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Clarify editing requirements in consultation with production personnel and with reference to documentation as required 1.2 Check operation of editing equipment and software 1.3 Identify and prepare source materials for off-line and online editing 1.4 Assess materials to be edited against required technical and creative criteria in consultation with relevant production personnel 1.5 Agree on replacement material or editing approach to overcome technical problems identified with source material 1.6 Review source materials and visualise the look of the final edited sequences |
Element: |
2. Commence editing process |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Digitise and transfer materials to suitable format, checking compatibility with editing equipment and monitoring capture for sound and image quality 2.2 If time allows, create and edit decision list noting in and out points for each edit 2.3 Maintain accurate documentation of editing instructions for use in all stages of post-production as required 2.4 Prioritise and select materials in terms of their relevance to production requirements 2.5 Arrange and present selected material to retain the intended meaning of words and images 2.6 Consider how other materials could be used to clarify and enhance final edit |
Element: |
3. Assemble vision and sound |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Check technical and creative criteria with relevant production personnel to ensure integrity of edit 3.2 Assemble content in a way that produces coherent images and sound according to standard editing conventions 3.3 Confirm assembled materials meet duration requirements, as well as technical and creative criteria for transmission 3.4 Insert transitions, special effects and additional materials as required 3.5 Make appropriate compromises between content and quality to meet time restrictions |
Element: |
4. Finalise edits |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Review assembled online or off-line edits with relevant production personnel 4.2 Implement changes as required and finalise edit to meet deadlines 4.3 Complete necessary documentation and archive source materials according to enterprise procedures 4.4 Report problems encountered with completing edits to relevant personnel 4.5 Provide information required for successful transmission of edited material 4.6 Evaluate own performance against technical and creative criteria and discuss with colleagues where appropriate |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to use non-linear digital facilities to edit screen content for fast turnaround. You will be able to work collaboratively and edit a range of vision and sound content within tight time constraints that, meets production requirements and takes account of technical and resource constraints.
Details of Learning Activities
In-class learning activities include, but are not limited to
demonstration and practical application
teacher directed activities/projects
group discussion and questionnaire
class exercises to review discussions
workshopping of students’ own projects
analysis/critique of students’ work
Out-of-class activities include, but are not limited to:
independent project based work
online and other research
independent study
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability resources.
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Week
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Class content |
Assessments and tutorials
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Week 1 |
Editor as storyteller Overview: Visual storytelling, breaking down a script and storyboarding. Use of framing, juxtaposition, editing styles and techniques.
Class exercise 1: breakdown a scene and storyboard.
LinkedIn tutorial: creating a short film: 08 editing
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Receive Assessment Tasks.
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Week 2 |
Best practice in post-production Overview: File management, the editing workflow and shortcuts.
Class exercise 2a: editing narrative
LinkedIn tutorial: Premiere Pro Guru: Organising assets
LinkedIn tutorial: Premiere Pro Guru: Essential Keyboard Shortcuts
LinkedIn tutorial: Premiere Pro: Narrative Scene Editing |
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/premiere-pro-guru-organizing-assets/welcome?u=2104756
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/premiere-pro-guru-essential-keyboard-shortcuts/welcome?u=2104756
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/premiere-pro-narrative-scene-editing/welcome?u=2104756 |
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Week 3 |
Optimising an editing sequence Overview: Trim edit tools, mixing and adjusting sound, adjustment layers, nesting sequences and finalising an edit.
Class exercise 2b: fine tuning a narrative sequence
LinkedIn tutorial: Premiere Pro Guru: Mastering the Timeline
LinkedIn tutorial: Premiere Pro Guru: Professional TrimmingLinkedIn tutorial: Premiere Pro Guru: Adjustment Layers and Nesting |
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/premiere-pro-guru-mastering-the-timeline/welcome?u=2104756
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/premiere-pro-guru-professional-trimming/welcome?u=2104756
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/premiere-pro-guru-adjustment-layers-and-nesting/welcome?u=2104756 |
Week 4 |
The Colour interface in Premiere Class exercise 3: colour correction and grading
LinkedIn tutorial: Premiere Pro Guru: Video Finishing Techniques
LinkedIn tutorial: Premiere Pro Guru: LUTs and Look Files
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https://www.linkedin.com/learning/premiere-pro-guru-video-finishing-techniques/welcome?u=2104756
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Week 5 |
Understanding continuity, timing, eyeline, framing and juxtaposition.
Class exercise 4: editing action
LinkedIn tutorial: The History of Film and Video EditingLinkedIn tutorial: Foundations of Video: The Art of Editing |
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/the-history-of-film-and-video-editing/welcome?u=2104756
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/foundations-of-video-the-art-of-editing/welcome?u=2104756
Assessment 1 due next week |
Week 6 |
Understanding ebbs and flows, rhythm, pace, and intent.
Class exercise 5: editing emotions
LinkedIn tutorial: Creative Video Editing Techniques |
Assessment 1 Due |
Week 7 |
Student must book into meeting schedule. |
Part 1 Assessment 2: Editing preparation meetings. |
Week 8 |
Student must book into meeting schedule. |
Part 1 Assessment 2: Editing preparation meetings.
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Week 9 |
Drama Production; refer to your production schedule. Shooting footage for Assessment 2. Student must book into meeting schedule.
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Part 1 Assessment 2: Editing preparation meetings. |
Week 10 |
Drama Production; refer to your production schedule. Shooting footage for Assessment 2.
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You must attend class for the four weeks after you finish production for Assessment 2. Assessment 2 due 4 weeks after Production.
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Week 11 |
Drama Production; refer to your production schedule. Shooting footage for Assessment 2.
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You must attend class for the four weeks after you finish production for Assessment 2. Assessment 2 due 4 weeks after Production.
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Week 12 |
Post Productions for Assessment 2.
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You must attend class for the four weeks after you finish production for Assessment 2. Assessment 2 due 4 weeks after Production.
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Week 13 |
Post Productions for Assessment 2.
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You must attend class for the four weeks after you finish production for Assessment 2. Assessment 2 due 4 weeks after Production.
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Week 14 |
Post Productions for Assessment 2.
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You must attend class for the four weeks after you finish production for Assessment 2. Assessment 2 due 4 weeks after Production.
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Week 15 |
Post Productions for Assessment 2.
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You must attend class for the four weeks after you finish production for Assessment 2. Assessment 2 due 4 weeks after Production.
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Week 16 |
Post Productions; refer to your post schedules
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Final opportunity to submit |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Other resources for this course are available on Canvas
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge of course content is assessed through participation in practical exercises, knowledge assessment tasks and practical team based tasks.
Assessment Tasks
For each assessment task you will receive a detailed brief specifying requirements
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback on all assessments.
Assessment Task
Assessment Task 1: Knowledge Questions.This assessment is a short-answer knowledge assessment designed to assess the knowledge required to implement systems and processes so as to manage media assets for screen productions and projects. Due Date - Week 6
Assessment Task 2: Editing Drama - Produce final edits that bring vision and sound content together in line with production requirements and deadlines. Due date: Rolling assessment, please see assessment schedule (on Canvas), weeks 7 to 15.
Assessment tasks 1 and 2 are to be finalised by no later than end of Semester 2 Week 16.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters:
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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