New Zealand Diploma in Screen Production (Level 5)
Creative Media
A course by
Whitireia & WelTec
A hands-on, industry-focused diploma that equips students with foundational skills in film and screen production, covering all aspects from scriptwriting to editing and digital content creation.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Industry-based practices and processes
Acquire knowledge and skills aligned with professional screen production standards and workflows.
Technical filmmaking abilities
Develop practical proficiency with film equipment including cameras, lighting, sound, and editing tools.
Scriptwriting and storytelling
Learn the fundamentals of scriptwriting and translating story concepts into screen-ready plans.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Diploma in Screen Production (Level 5) at Whitireia and WelTec is designed for students seeking practical skills for the film and screen industry. Taught by industry practitioners, this diploma covers industry-standard practices and processes, providing experience in both off-set and on-set roles such as directing, camera, lighting, scriptwriting, production management, pre- and post-production workflows, and editing. Graduates emerge ready to create digital content and embark on a variety of roles in the screen industry.
Course Content
- Contextual 'building blocks' of film, including history and components of memorable films
- Technical 'toolbox' of filmmaking: camera, lights, sound, editing
- Project-based learning: in-camera edit shoots, music video production
- Scriptwriting for the film industry: developing and planning screen-ready stories
- Pre-production and post-production planning
- Editing techniques and creative application
- Planning, shooting and editing a short 5-minute film
- End of Year (EOY) project
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 or equivalent academic achievement
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Screen and digital media production
Creative Industries
Future employment opportunities might be
Director
Director of Photography (DOP)
1st AD (Assistant Director)
Production Manager