Screenwriting - AIC2003

Assessment 1: Written plan

Script project plan: students will develop their initial project idea through weekly feedback by peers and tutor (equivalent to 300 words).

Written plan

Assessment 2: Portfolio

Portfolio of supporting paratexts and social media profile for spreadable media.

Portfolio

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

1. Script for feature production and online distribution (up to 25 minutes, equivalent to 2500 words in academic writing).

Written Assignment

Assessment 3: Written Assignment

Critical reflection of Assignments 1 and 2 in light of contemporary film and television theory.

<p>This module introduced the technical and creative requirements in writing for screen. Examining and analysing theories of creativity and writing in film, television and other audiovisual media, you will apply the conventions in your own creative practice by producing a screenplay and reflecting upon its textual and contextual qualities.</p>

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Media, Journalism and Film

AIC2003 - Screenwriting

Screenwriting

be able to critically reflect on techniques of character development and dialogue writing.

will be able to demonstrate awareness of narrative theories and the narrative structure of screenplays for different audiovisual platforms.

be able to apply knowledge of theories of narration and of television, film and other audiovisual media to create scripts and screenplays for screen.

be able to recognise and reflect upon the technological, cultural and economic context of writing for screen in the age of convergence culture including the importance of transmedia storytelling.

be able to edit, analyse and critique their work.