Module Details

Module Code: MMED8029
Title: TV Production Careers
Long Title: TV Production Careers
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2130 - Multimedia
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module will build professional practice knowledge to prepare students to fulfil a range
of roles in programme production across different platforms. Participants will through a
closely monitored review process develop programme ideas and production concepts to industry standard.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Discuss the interplay of traditional and emerging programme formats and genres and their target audiences
LO2 Discuss the critical importance of the relationship between ideation, articulation and market awareness in the media sector
LO3 Create and present proposals for industry players in the form of series concepts for TV
LO4 Explain the various job roles and the related and changing responsibilities involved in contemporary television production.
LO5 Determine and critically employ strategies to enhance career choice and career development in the media industry
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Ideation
Developing strategies to create and advance interesting, engaging programme ideas in a range of genres and formats
Treatment Writing
Writing and preparing an effective proposal for a programme, series or production concept. An understanding of genre, format and programme delivery across multiple platforms.
Social Media Portfolio
Using social media platforms to create and develop online CV's and host for relevant skills and experience
Television Industry Roles
An understanding of the many and varied roles and responsibilities of the television industry
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 4,5
Assessment Description
Develop online presence and social networking skills
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Create and present a proposal for a programme, series or production
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture/Workshop Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Skills/concept development and delivery Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Learners engage in ongoing concept development Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lecture/Workshop Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Skills/concept development and delivery Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Learners engage in ongoing concept development Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • David Kelly. (2016), Social Media: Strategies To Mastering Your Brand- Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat, [ISBN: 1365385914].
  • Michael Rabiger. (2017), Developing Story Ideas The Power and Purpose of Storytelling, 3rd. Routledge, [ISBN: 9781138956230].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • John Yorke. (2015), Into the Woods: A Five Act Journey Into Story, Harry N. Abrams, [ISBN: 978-146831094].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HTVPR_8 Certificate in TV Production 1 Mandatory