Level 2 Media Studies
MED2 Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: J. Dalton.
Entry GuidelinesStudents must have:
*A great work ethic
*Strong literacy skills in reading and writing to cope with the demands of this subject
*Good time management skills
Course Overview:
"Media studies is about the active exploration, analysis, creation, and enjoyment of the media and its products." (NZQA)
The practical part of the course is divided into pre-production, production and post production activities.
Students will pitch, design, plan, script, storyboard, direct, produce and edit a short drama film for a teen audience. They will use film industry standard equipment to bring their ideas and media products to life.
Internals:
| 91255 | Media Studies | Write developed media text for a specific target audience (Film Script) | 3 credits | Internal | ||
| 91252 | Media Studies | Produce a design and plan for a developed media product using a range of conventions (Design and Plan) | 4 credits | Internal | ||
| 91253 | Media Studies | Complete a developed media product from a design and plan using a range of conventions (Drama Film 3-5 minutes) | 6 credits | Internal | ||
After the practical part of the course, we will then explore a media product ( a film) and analyse its relationship to its audience. There will be lots of discussion and group work, before writing a practice essay in preparation for the external exams.
External
| 91248 | Media Studies | Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between a media product and its audience | 3 credits | External | ||
The year will then come to a close where the student's films will be shown at The Garin Film Festival followed by with one NCEA Level 2 external examination.
Faculties:
Pathway
Journalism and Content Creation
News Reporter/Journalist: Working across print, broadcast (TV, radio), and digital platforms.
Editor: Managing content for accuracy, coherence, and engagement in various media.
Broadcast Journalist/Presenter: Reporting and presenting news and stories for TV, radio, and online.
Content Creator/Writer: Developing engaging content for websites, social media, articles, and more.
Social Media Editor/Manager: Managing social media accounts, creating content, and running campaigns.
Copywriter: Crafting persuasive advertising and marketing messages.
Screenwriter/Filmmaker: Developing scripts, directing, and producing film and video content.
Podcaster: Creating and producing audio content.
Advertising, Marketing, and Public Relations (PR):
Public Relations Officer/Specialist: Managing reputations, liaising with media, and organizing events for clients.
Advertising Account Executive/Planner: Aligning client needs with creative teams and implementing advertising strategies.
Creative Director (Advertising): Overseeing the creative aspects of advertising campaigns.
Digital Marketing Executive: Developing multi-channel communication strategies and online presence for brands.
Marketing Executive/Manager: Responsible for planning and executing marketing campaigns.
Communications Advisor/Specialist: Developing internal and external communication strategies.
Media Buyer: Purchasing advertising space across various media platforms.
Film, Television, and Digital Media Production
Film/TV Producer: Overseeing the development and production of film or TV projects.
Production Assistant: Supporting various aspects of film and TV production.
Video Editor: Editing video content for various platforms.
Photographer/Photojournalist: Capturing still images for news, art, or commercial purposes.
Multimedia Designer: Creating visual content for various media, including web and apps.
User Experience (UX) Designer: Focusing on user satisfaction and accessibility in digital products.
Games Designer/Developer: Creating and testing computer games.
Other Related Fields:
Event Manager: Organizing and managing events.
Policy Analyst/Advisor: Researching and advising on social, legal, or governance issues, often related to media policy.
Market Researcher: Collecting and analyzing data to understand consumers and market trends.
Community Arts Worker: Engaging communities through creative projects.
Academic/Researcher: Further study can lead to roles in academia or research within media studies.
$30.00
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