19th July, 2013 (11:13 a.m)
It has officially begun...
It's been a pretty hectic year I have to admit. There has been times where it felt like everything was crumbling apart. But I'm glad it's almost over.
I've been thinking.. and thinking.
Even though there seems to be an endless list of opportunities out there, it seems as if there isn't 'the one' for me. Maybe I'm just a picky person and perhaps I am but that doesn't change the fact that I feel like a useless person. You know? Sure I have a few goals that I would like to complete.. a bucket list you would say. But not a career.
Sydney film school
Qualification: Diploma of screen and media CUF50107Date: One year full time - two semesters of 20 weeks each
Location: 82 Cope St, Waterloo NSW 2017
Description:
Semester One (average 20 hours per week)
All our classes support the major film productions, covering the essential aspects of filmmaking. From the very first day students are involved in Pre-production; research, writing, pitching, casting, crewing, scheduling, production management, rehearsal and design through to Production; locations, set building, blocking, directing actors, lighting, filming, recording and then on to Post-production; editing, music, sound design, mixing, copyright and distribution. These practical aspects of the course are supported with classes in Screen Language, Australian Cinema, specialist workshops, elective specialisations and Meet the Filmmaker with special guest screenings and discussions.
Semester Two (average 20 hours per week)
After completing Semester One, students have the opportunity to explore further aspects of filmmaking with longer specialist workshops. Students also make larger major group film and/or documentary projects with continuing professional mentors. Each student also makes their own Thesis Film, supported to find their individual creative voice. Through our practical focus we help students master skills under real production conditions that will give them the confidence to find a place in this industry. Every film and documentary from Semesters One and Two is taken through to final completion and is publicly screened at the end of semester Sydney Film School Festival at a major Sydney Cinema. It is our belief that deadlines and audiences are of vital importance.
Class size: Average of 12 (screen studies: 20 and digital media: 8)
Materials: 2 external hard drives (USB 2.0, USB 3.0, Firewire 800 and eSATA (if you buy a drive with only USB 3.0, you may not be able to connect it to all computers). The drive's capacity needs to be a minimum of 1Terrabyte and ideally 2 or 3 Terrabytes. The speed of the drive needs to be 7200RPM) e.g LaCie d2 Quadra USB 3.0 model
Entry requirements: Non
Working hours: 9 am - 9 pm everyday
Cash budgets: average $4000
Pathways: University of Sydney, Raffles college of design
Film making: minimum of 4 films (1-2 documentaries), average of 6-10 film projects
Open day: September/October
The Northern Sydney Institute
Industry area: Media and entertainment fieldQualification: Tafe plus statement
Campus: St Leonards
Description: Basics of script writing, screen language, story boarding, camera techniques, non linear editing using own camera.
Entry requirements: Non
Nsi plus fee: $595
Career options: Film maker and content creator
(Not really aiming for film maker.. but I guess it is quite helpful for a mini run down on how the media industry works)
Date: 4 Days (24 hours per week)
It would be a dream come true if I did get into sydney film school.. Okay.. It's currently 12:36pm. Back to writing study notes. PEACE~
