Direction (Assistant Director)

SkillsFuture Funding Valid Till 30 June 2025
SSG Course Reference No.: TGS-2022016439

OVERVIEW

This course covers the production element requirement based on the project details by breaking down the script, production schedules, formats of screen grammar, shot breakdown, shot design, scene design, and the Creative and technical requirements of a production.

Participants will also learn the technical, budget, and time constraints applicable, the organisational structure of the production and the roles and functions of every crew member, camera control and operations, and continuity principles.

At the end of the course, participants will understand the content production and workflows concerning cinematography, celluloid and digital, audiography, location sync recording, dubbing, track laying, sound mixing, and music recording and arrangement, and editing, synchronising, splicing, stitching, and structuring.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Break down the script to identify all production elements for each scene

  • Document the day-wise shoot schedule, including the scenes and shots to be covered, type of shoot, and key characteristics for each shoot

  • Facilitate the team to develop shoot sequences based on the breakdown of the script into a storyboard

  • Direct secondary cast and extras on set to support the production

  • Supervise the cast and crew on set to ensure that the production progresses according to the schedule and aligned with the creative vision

  • Explain the details of any shot such as camera angle, stance, motion in the scene, usage of props to the actors

  • Foresee technical issues that may arise during production and post-production and recommend options to modify the script and resolve issues proactively

  • Follow the plan closely to ensure continuity during production

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Assistant Director, Production Assistant

MODE OF TRAINING

In-Person

DURATION

25 Hours

DATE

Commencement Date: -

Note: This course will conclude with a compulsory assessment. Participants have to achieve at least 75% attendance to be eligible for the assessment.

VENUE

1 Stars Avenue, Mediacorp Campus, Singapore 138507

FEES (INCLUSIVE OF 9% GST)

Application Fee: S$54.00 -Waived-

Full Course Fee, including 9% GST: S$2,834.00

Course Fee with SkillsFuture Funding+:

SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline) for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus (LTVP+) Holders

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Funding (Baseline): S$1,820.00
Nett Course Fee: S$780.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$850.20

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy for Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and Above

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Full Course Fee: S$2,600.00
SkillsFuture Enhanced Training Support for SMEs: S$2,340.00
Nett Course Fee: S$260.00
9% GST*: S$70.20
Nett Course Fee, including GST: S$330.20

*As per SSG Policy, GST payable is calculated based on prevailing GST Rates after the baseline funding subsidy of 70%.

+Funding Eligibility:

  • Singapore Citizens and/or Permanent Residents

  • Attain at least 75% attendance

  • Successful completion of assessment

More Information: https://pd.mediaacademy.sg/funding-information

SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 May 2024:

This course is eligible for SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) only if you sign up for the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme.

If you are applying only for this module, you can still use your Opening SkillsFuture Credit and One-Off SkillsFuture Credit Top Up to offset the course fee.

For Details on the Types of Eligible for Use of SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) and SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) – Starts from 1 may 2024, please see: https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/initiatives/early-career/credit

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum Age: 18

  • Academic Requirement: Obtain Pass Grade in GCE N-Level subjects including English (or IELTS overall band score 5 and above or equivalent) and 2 other subjects or equivalent

  • Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements may still apply and will be considered based on:

    • At least 1 year working experience in any industry; and/or

    • Oral interview or evaluation test by Singapore Media Academy to determine suitability for the course

  • Applicants may be called for interview at the discretion of Singapore Media Academy.