Module #1 Introduction to Music Production for Film and Media Overview of the role of music in film and media, importance of music production in storytelling, and course objectives.
Module #2 Fundamentals of Music Theory for Film Composers Review of music theory basics, including chords, scales, and rhythm, with a focus on application to film scoring.
Module #3 DAWs and Music Production Software for Film Scoring Introduction to digital audio workstations (DAWs) and music production software commonly used in film scoring, such as Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and Cubase.
Module #4 Setting Up Your Home Studio for Film Scoring Tips and techniques for setting up a home studio for film scoring, including equipment selection, acoustic treatment, and software configuration.
Module #5 Understanding Film Scoring Terminology and Lingo Overview of common film scoring terminology, including cueing, spotting, and syncing, to help composers communicate effectively with directors and editors.
Module #6 Analyzing Film Scores and Their Emotional Impact Case studies of iconic film scores, analyzing how music enhances emotional impact and supports storytelling.
Module #7 Creating a Film Score from Scratch:Part 1 - Theme Development Hands-on exercise in developing a theme for a hypothetical film score, focusing on melody, harmony, and rhythm.
Module #8 Creating a Film Score from Scratch:Part 2 - Cueing and Spotting Continuation of the hands-on exercise, focusing on cueing and spotting techniques to integrate the theme into a film scene.
Module #9 Working with Directors and Editors:Collaboration and Communication Best practices for collaborating with directors and editors, including how to take feedback, iterate on ideas, and deliver a final score.
Module #10 Orchestration Techniques for Film Scoring Introduction to orchestration techniques, including instrumental ranges, scoring for ensembles, and creating a balanced mix.
Module #11 Electronic and Hybrid Scoring Techniques Exploration of electronic and hybrid scoring techniques, including synthesizer programming, sound design, and sample manipulation.
Module #12 Mixing and Mastering a Film Score Tips and techniques for mixing and mastering a film score, including balancing levels, EQ, and compression.
Module #13 Scoring for Different Genres:Action, Drama, Comedy, and Horror Analysis of how scoring styles and techniques vary across different genres, including action, drama, comedy, and horror.
Module #14 Scoring for Advertising and Video Games Overview of the unique challenges and opportunities of scoring for advertising and video games, including branding, tone, and interactivity.
Module #15 Music Licensing and Copyright for Film and Media Introduction to music licensing and copyright laws, including fair use, public domain, and clearance procedures.
Module #16 Building a Career in Film Scoring:Marketing and Networking Practical advice on building a career in film scoring, including marketing strategies, networking opportunities, and finding work.
Module #17 Advanced Film Scoring Techniques:Microrhythms and Microtonality Exploration of advanced film scoring techniques, including microrhythms, microtonality, and other experimental approaches.
Module #18 Case Studies in Iconic Film Scores In-depth analysis of iconic film scores, including Star Wars, Jaws, and The Lord of the Rings, exploring their impact and influence.
Module #19 Creating a Demo Reel and Portfolio Hands-on exercise in creating a demo reel and portfolio, showcasing your best work and preparing for industry opportunities.
Module #20 Industry Trends and Emerging Technologies in Film Scoring Overview of current industry trends and emerging technologies in film scoring, including AI, VR, and AR applications.
Module #21 Collaborative Project:Scoring a Short Film Hands-on collaborative project where students work in teams to score a short film, applying skills learned throughout the course.
Module #22 Final Project:Scoring a Scene from a Feature Film Individual final project where students score a scene from a feature film, demonstrating mastery of course skills and concepts.
Module #23 Peer Review and Feedback Students receive feedback on their final projects from peers and instructors, providing opportunities for growth and improvement.
Module #24 Industry Insights and Career Development Panel discussion with industry professionals, offering insights into the business side of film scoring and career development strategies.
Module #25 Building a Business:Financial Planning and Taxes for Film Composers Practical advice on financial planning and taxes, including invoicing, budgeting, and tax deductions specific to film composers.
Module #26 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Music Production for Film and Media career
