A Diploma of Film and Video Design introduces a range of fundamentals skills and knowledge found in film production. You will learn how to develop and take story concepts and bring them to life. As part of the course you will gain an understanding of screen-based video production and post-production, along with basic skills in cinematography, lighting, editing, colour grading and sound design.

As a film student you will put your theoretical learnings into practice as you work on real client projects, part of your work integrated learning subjects. This will allow you to immerse yourself in the industry throughout your studies. Throughout your subjects you will get hands-on with all the leading software being used in the industry including Adobe Premiere Pro as you prepare for your future career. Additionally, the cross-disciplinary nature of the course will expose you to areas such as motion design and photography, further expanding your skillset. Upon completion, this course gives you the opportunity to pathway into a variety of bachelor programs or prepare you for junior roles in the industry. Please note that some specialised subjects may be delivered online only.

This course comprises of two core subjects and ten specialisation subjects.

Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising three hours of facilitated study and seven hours self-directed study.

• Core

• Specialisations

Core:

Requirements

Complete two core subjects. Additionally, you're required to complete ten specialisation subjects from the specialisation tab.

Core subjects

• Design Studio 1 | DSO102

• Design Studio 2 | DSO103

Specialisation:

Requirements

Complete ten specialisation subjects.

Specialisation subjects

• Camera and Capture | ICC100

• Visual Language of Photography | IVL100

• Digital Design Foundations | DGDDD100

• Psychology of Moving Image | PMI100

• Motion Design | DIG104A

• Light and Lighting | ILL100

• Beyond the Creative Industries | BCI100

• Work Integrated Learning | WIL100

• Digital Portfolio and Showreel | DPS100

• Live Action Production (Pre-requisite DIG104A) | LAP200

This course has been developed to provide a broad base of theoretical and technical knowledge necessary to leverage an exciting career in the film and video industry. Completing a Diploma of Film and Video Design provides opportunities to work in a range of roles across the industry.

Potential career paths

• Compositor
  Average salary: $70,844 - $182,386
• Digital Video Producer and Videographer
  Average salary: $95,489 - $117,950
• Colour Grader
  Average salary: $50,000 - $60,000
• Video Editor
  Average salary: $62,875 - $103,087

Australian Year 12 or equivalent

Academic IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent