Basics of directing Field of study: Creative management in new media
Programme code: W8-S2CM20.2020

Module name: Basics of directing
Module code: 09-ZN-S2-PR
Programme code: W8-S2CM20.2020
Semester:
  • summer semester 2021/2022
  • summer semester 2020/2021
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Description:
The aim of the subject will be to skilfully use a previously invented and written idea. Because the art of directing is the art of using cases and it is the ability to observe, collect and use their experiences and feelings, the director must be very sensitive, but must be assertive towards it. He should draw the most important matters from each topic, create themes around them and develop the story from them. Therefore, the student, through contact with professional directors, will gain knowledge about the director's work, including work during scenario analysis, extracting the best features from the script, telling stories in such a way as to attract, charm and stop the viewer. The participant will get acquainted with the director's basic values, get acquainted with the professional conceptual equipment, and will analyze the film pieces and TV genres presented to them. The student will learn how to communicate, to be understood, how to communicate to creators the content of creative ideas, and assembly work.
Prerequisites:
Student has to be good at interpersonal communication, he should be ready to present his ideas.
Key reading:
M. Rabiger, M. Hurbis – Cherrier: Directing. Film Techniques and Aesthetics. Focal Press, 2013. Ch. Kenworhty: Master Shots, The Director’s Vision. Michael Wiese Productions, 2013. M. Rabiger: Directing Film Techniques and Aesthetics. Focal Press, 2003.
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Student has knowledge of basic directing techniques. [PR_1]
 K_W07 [5/5]
Student is able to create and implement activities aimed at the implementation of the script. [PR_2]
 K_W06 [4/5]
Student has the ability to transfer his knowledge in a simple way to other colleagues in the production team, telling a story in an interesting and important way. [PR_3]
 K_U07 [5/5]
Student has the skill of interpersonal communication, making quick decisions in difficult situations on the film set. [PR_4]
 K_U05 [4/5]
Student has greater sensitivity to events in their environment, can use their experience or experience in the way the work is carried out. [PR_5]
 K_K05 [4/5]
Student is able to unite people in order to create a joint work, and also can gain respect for his person through his work on the film set. [PR_6]
 K_K06 [3/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
Test [PR_w_1]
Test of knowledge, in writing, through proposals for script changes, so that eventually they lead to the final coherent idea for the completion of the work. The student has the task to demonstrate knowledge about European cinema and prepare for this knowledge.
 PR_1 PR_2
Continuous evaluation [PR_w_2]
The sensitivity of the student, the way of interpersonal communication, general student's knowledge, the ability to control the given situation and the coordination of all creative elements as the basis for the creation of the audiovisual work will be assessed.
 PR_3 PR_4 PR_5 PR_6
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [PR_fs_1]
Informative lecture, supported by projections of several films.
 15
Analysis of the literature on the subject, analysis of the lecture content, searching for examples in practice, independent implementation of the indicated material sections, including the subject literature.
 45 Test [PR_w_1]
practical classes [PR_fs_2]
Film analysis on the example of the work of selected Polish and world directors. The student's message regarding the ways of performing audiovisual works to be placed on the network will be checked.
 15
Individual preparation for each class, systematization of the material presented during classes, preparation of projects - also group ones.
 45 Continuous evaluation [PR_w_2]
Attachments
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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