FFP2-PF05 Industry Knowledge

FFP2-PF05 Industry Knowledge

  • Course description
    • Course code
      FFP2-PF05
    • Level of study
      5.2
    • Program of study
      Film Production 2
    • Credits
      5
    • Course coordinator
      Therese Jacobsen
Teaching term(s)
2023 Autumn
2024 Spring
2024 Autumn
2025 Spring
Authors
therese.jacobsen@noroff.no
About the Course

This course explores commercial filmmaking such as advertisment, music videos and promotional films for a variety of clients. The students gain a basic understanding of how to work on and with a commercial project. They learn how to tell a visual story within a limited time frame, and focus on clarity, sharpening the message and precise storytelling to a given audience. The students learn to understand and act on a client’s wishes and create visual documents to present ideas and concepts in line with these. The student also gain knowledge of how to start their own business and what rules apply if they want to work as a freelancer in the professional film industry.

Course Learning Outcomes
Learning outcomes - Knowledge

The candidate:

  • has knowledge about concepts, theories, processes and ways of working on a commercial audiovisual production
  • has insight into how to work as a freelancer in the film industry
  • has knowledge of how to create and produce a commercial project within ethical standards of the film industry
  • is familiar with pitching techniques and how to adjust to a client needs/feedback
Learning outcomes - Skills

The candidate:

  • can use professional post-production programs and equipment to create a desired expression on a commercial project
  • can use professional film equipment on an independently to create an expression alone or as part of a film team on a commercial project
  • can find and refer to information and subject matter and assess the relevance of a vocational issue in various subject functions
  • can reflect over his/her own vocational practice and adjust it under supervision
General Competence

The candidate:

  • can plan and carry out a commercial project individually or as part of a production team
  • can exchange points of view with others in the commercial film industry and participate in discussions about the development of good practice and ethical standards
  • can plan and carry out a pitch, plan, and produce a commercial film in line with a client’s needs and wishes
Teaching and Learning

In this course, the following teaching and learning methods can be applied, but are not limited to:

  • Lecture: Educator-led presentations or activities providing knowledge, skills, or general competencies in the subject area.
  • Group work: Collaborative activities where students work together to solve problems or complete tasks.
  • Tutoring: One-on-one or small group sessions with an instructor for personalized guidance and support.
  • Student presentations: Opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding of course material by presenting to peers.
  • Online lessons: Digital content delivered via an online learning platform.
  • Guidance: Individualized advice and direction from instructors to support students in their learning journey.
  • Workshops: Practical sessions focused on hands-on application of theoretical concepts or skills.
  • Self-study: Independent study where students engage with course material on their own without any teacher support.
Reading list

Teaching materials, reading lists, and essential resources will be shared in the learning platform and software user manuals where applicable.

Work requirements and Assessment

This is a list of requirements to pass the course:

Assessments
Form of assessmentGrading scaleGroupingDuration of assessment
Course Assignment
Pass / Fail
6 Week(s)