Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Liverpool Screen School

Learning Methods

Lecture

Workshop

Module Offerings

5038FILM-JAN-MTP

Aims

1. To develop an understanding of the working practices of the British film industry in the sectors of film funding, production, distribution and exhibition.
2. To be aware of work experience opportunities in film and related fields.
3. To develop a personal career experience plan.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate an understanding of the organisation of, and working practices of the different sectors of the British film industry on a local and national level.
2.
Evaluate the industry relevance of their knowledge of film related careers through engagement with industry partners.
3.
Understand the format and importance of making industry informed work experience applications

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Working practices of funding, production, distribution and exhibition in the British film industry.  Working practices of the film industry in Liverpool. Engaging with industry partners through networking and presentations to develop knowledge of the range of activities needed to find work experience in film or film related organisations.
Module Overview:
This module aims to give students an understanding of the working practices and organisation of the British film industry. This module will provide all students with a work-based learning experience through opportunities to network with and present to industry. Students will be encouraged to develop their understanding of the different sectors of the local and national film industry into a recognition of the job opportunities that are presented in an area of personal career interest to them.  Students will test out the industry relevance of their careers knowledge by presenting to and networking with industry partners and they will then apply to relevant work experience opportunities as part of their careers portfolio.

Assessments

Essay

Portfolio