Module #1 Introduction to Film Production Design Overview of the role of production design in filmmaking, importance of collaboration, and key responsibilities of a production designer.
Module #2 The Production Design Process Breaking down the script, understanding the directors vision, and developing a design concept.
Module #3 Script Analysis for Production Design Analyzing the script for production design elements, identifying key locations, and creating a scene-by-scene breakdown.
Module #4 Research and Reference Gathering Researching and gathering references for production design, including images, documents, and other materials.
Module #5 Creating a Mood Board Developing a mood board to visualize the production design concept, including color palette, textures, and atmosphere.
Module #6 The Art of Storyboarding Understanding the role of storyboarding in film production, creating a storyboard, and using software tools.
Module #7 Designing for Character and Performance Designing sets, costumes, and props to support character development and performance.
Module #8 Production Design for Genre Films Exploring production design principles for specific genres, such as horror, sci-fi, and period dramas.
Module #9 Location Scouting and Management Finding and securing locations, permits, and logistics, and working with location managers.
Module #10 Set Design and Construction Designing and building sets, including construction methods, materials, and budget considerations.
Module #11 Set Decoration and Props Adding set dressing and props to enhance the production design, including sourcing and budgeting.
Module #12 Costume Design and Wardrobe Designing and creating costumes, including research, budgeting, and collaborating with the costume department.
Module #13 Lighting Design for Film Understanding the role of lighting in film production, designing lighting plans, and working with the lighting team.
Module #14 Color and Texture in Production Design Exploring the use of color and texture in production design, including color theory and palette development.
Module #15 Special Effects and Visual Elements Designing and integrating special effects, CGI, and other visual elements into the production design.
Module #16 Budgeting and Scheduling for Production Design Creating a budget and schedule for production design, including estimating costs and managing timelines.
Module #17 Collaboration and Communication in Production Design Effective communication and collaboration with the director, producers, and other departments.
Module #18 Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting on Set Anticipating and resolving production design challenges on set, including last-minute changes and budget constraints.
Module #19 Post-Production and Visual Effects The role of production design in post-production, including visual effects, color grading, and sound design.
Module #20 The Evolution of Production Design Examining the history of production design, from silent films to modern-day blockbusters.
Module #21 Industry Trends and Emerging Technologies Staying current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative production design techniques.
Module #22 Career Development and Professional Practices Building a career in production design, including portfolio development, networking, and professional organizations.
Module #23 Case Studies in Production Design In-depth analysis of iconic films, exploring the production design process and key decisions.
Module #24 Practical Exercise:Designing a Short Film Applying production design principles to a short film project, including script analysis, concept development, and design execution.
Module #25 Practical Exercise:Creating a Mood Board Developing a mood board for a film project, including research, image selection, and design principles.
Module #26 Practical Exercise:Designing a Film Set Designing and building a film set, including construction methods, materials, and budget considerations.
Module #27 Practical Exercise:Costuming for a Film Character Designing and creating costumes for a film character, including research, budgeting, and fabric selection.
Module #28 Practical Exercise:Creating a Storyboard Creating a storyboard for a film project, including software tools, shot composition, and visual storytelling.
Module #29 Final Project:Production Design Concept Developing a comprehensive production design concept for a film project, including script analysis, research, and design execution.
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Introduction to Film Production Design career
