Diploma in Film and Content Creation
Creative Media
A course by
Yoobee College of Creative Innovation
Gain end-to-end content creation skills in film and screen production, combining design principles with technical production for a strong start in the creative media industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 40 weeks
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Apply screen production principles
Demonstrate understanding and application of the full processes and principles needed to create and plan screen content.
Develop creative content
Design engaging visual stories using storyboarding, scripting, storytelling, location planning, and art direction.
Technical film production skills
Operate cameras, manage lighting, and record quality audio for a range of content forms in a studio or on-location.
What You're Signing Up For
This 40-week diploma equips students with the complete toolkit of skills needed for modern screen production. From storyboarding, scripting, and art direction, to shooting, lighting, audio, editing, and collaborative project work, students follow industry-standard processes and graduate with a New Zealand Diploma in Screen Production (Level 5). The course is hands-on, utilizing current software and equipment, and prepares graduates for entry-level work in film, television, and digital content creation.
Course Content
- Screen content creation processes and principles
- Storyboarding and shot listing
- Scriptwriting and storytelling techniques
- Planning and managing locations
- Art direction for dramatic and factual content
- Camera work (including multi-cam shooting)
- Lighting for video
- Audio recording and mixing (Adobe Audition)
- Editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects)
- Adding graphics and visual effects
- Scripting and directing commercials, music videos, and drama
- End-of-year collaborative screen project
What you need to know first
Minimum 16 years of age
NCEA Level 2 or equivalent
Basic computer skills
Interest in film
Completion of an interview with a relevant staff member
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Creative Media
Film & Television
Media Production
Screen Production
Future employment opportunities might be
Content creator
Assistant producer
Camera operator
Production assistant
Video editor
Entry-level roles in film, television, or digital media
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