Studies in Scriptwriting and Content Production (15 cr)

Objective

The students are familiar with key theories of audiovisual storytelling and expression. They can do a small analysis of an audiovisual work. The students know key features of storytelling. They deepen their understanding of fiction screenwriting, documentary script writing and modes of journalistic writing. The students understand the meaning of personal observation, background research and source criticism. They can compose ideas and develop content to different programs. The students know the principles of process writing and the importance of a working schedule. They can work both independently and as a part of a group. They can use dramaturgical tools to analyze texts written by others and give constructive feedback. They can receive feedback and use it to enhance their own writing work. The students are both familiar with and can work in different professional roles in content production. They know the key intellectual property rights and related contracts in their field.

Content

- Analysis of audiovisual works.
- Fiction and documentary scriptwriting
- Modes of journalistic writing
- Process writing and versioning
- Background research and source criticism
- Generating ideas and developing content
- Methods of solitary writing and working with a group
- Giving and receiving dramaturgical feedback
- Professional roles in different audiovisual programs
- Key intellectual property rights and related contracts
- Developing and deepening of personal professional orientation

Materials

Jouko Aaltonen: Seikkailu todellisuuteen: dokumenttielokuvan tekijän opas (erityisesti sivut 58-134)
https://metropolia.finna.fi/Record/3amk.135179

Robert McKee: Story: Substance, Structure, Style and the Principles of Screenwriting
https://metropolia.finna.fi/Record/3amk.292743

Teaching methods

Contact teaching,
Project,
Assignments,
Exam

Exam schedules

Exam 10.10.2024
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Student workload

Kontakti: 122 tuntia (aika, jolloin opettaja opettaa)
Projekti, ryhmätyö, itsenäinen: 190 tuntia (aika, jolloin opettaja ei paikalla)
Tehtävät: 83 tuntia (aineistoon tutustuminen, tehtävän tekeminen)
Tentti: 10

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students have acceptable participation in class and complete the assignments to a satisfactory standard. They have gained more understanding of fictional, documentary and journalistic narration. They know the significance of personal observation, background research and source criticism. They can produce ideas and develop content for various programs in a satisfactory manner. They can work as a part of a group.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students actively participate in class and complete the assignments to a good standard. Their understanding of fictional, documentary and journalistic narration has developed. They master the significance of personal observation, background research and source criticism in content production. They can create ideas and develop content both individually and as part of a team, and are able to use dramaturgical tools in content development. They are familiar with the fundamentals of professional work methods.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students actively participate in class and complete the assignments to an excellent standard. They understand the fundamental principles of fictional, documentary and journalistic narration. They master the significance of personal observation, background research and source criticism, and are able to apply them in content production. They are able to write scripts and create content both individually and as part of a team. They are able to use dramaturgical tools in creating new content. They master the professional work methods.

Assessment methods and criteria

Continuous assessment/ Attendance requirement 80 %
Learning assignment
Portfolio
Exam