New Zealand Diploma in Screen Production (Level 5)
Creative Media
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Dive into video production with the New Zealand Diploma in Screen Production (Level 5) at SIT2LRN Distance Learning. This diploma covers visual storytelling industry essentials for those seeking entry roles or to enhance their media skills.
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NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)
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STUDY FREE
$ENQUIRE
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing
Free study? Yep, it’s possible. Find out if you qualify.
This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 5 Certification (120 Credits)
Advanced
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Core skills this course teaches
Gain practical digital production skills
Learn how to operate digital cameras, work with lighting, and record quality audio for video production.
Understand screenwriting fundamentals
Develop skills in storytelling and scriptwriting, understanding structure, narrative, and the screenwriting process.
What You're Signing Up For
This introductory diploma equips students with creative and technical skills essential for screen production, including digital camera work, story development, editing, screen culture and business, project planning, and teamwork. Graduates will be prepared for junior technical roles or to undertake personal or freelance productions in the visual storytelling industry.
Course Content
- Introduction to Screen Production
- Screenwriting
- Editing for Screen
- Screen Culture and Context
- Screen Business Practices
- Pre-Production Planning
- Screen Production Practices
- Practical Screen Production
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 or equivalent skills and knowledge (school leavers)
Portfolio required
Mature applicants: at least 20 years old, demonstrable interest and aptitude for screen production; may require CV or referee attestations
Find these employment opportunities
Junior screen production technical roleAssistant on film/video crewsFreelance video productionContent creator
