EDITING FICTION
Dates: 13 January - 17 February 2024
Time: 2pm- 4pm
Format: 6 x Saturday afternoon
Ages: 15-17
Capacity: Max. 12 Participants
Fee: FREE
Application form here.
This course shows the importance of the role of the editor in shaping a story for the screen. It introduces students to the craft of fiction editing and teaches techniques that you can use to craft your story such as continuity editing, intercutting and coverage. Throughout the sessions, there will be analysis of footage, practical activities, and discussion.
LFS Outreach courses offer the opportunity to engage in the creative process of making a film, igniting and nurturing creative potential, boosting confidence and self-esteem. In taking part young people develop ‘transferable’ practical skills and knowledge. These include soft skills such as communication, collaboration, leadership, resourcefulness, independence and social interaction. We showcase young people’s work to their peers and families and help them build their networks from a young age. We also inform them of educational and employment pathways into a career in the screen industries.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
This is a creative and personal learning journey. The key areas of learning include:
• Understanding different editing and storytelling techniques.
• Applying this learning when editing your own work.
• Learning how to give and receive constructive feedback on the work that is created within the group.
• Developing a new vocabulary around creativity and filmmaking
• Enhanced confidence in own artistic abilities
SESSION TOPICS EDITING FICTION (full breakdown on Padlet)
1. INTRODUCTION TO EDITING & CONTINUITY EDITING
2. THE INSERT
3. MONTAGE EDITING
4. THE CROSS CUT
5. EDITING OUR FILMS
6. DISCUSSION & FEEDBACK
This is a unique opportunity for young people to stretch their creative muscle and learn about editing and storytelling techniques in a fun and encouraging environment.
EXTENDED FEEDBACK:
"I really enjoyed Film Club. The format was great and didn't rely on ICT in school being available at one time. Having an expert film-maker running the sessions meant the content was of high quality. The children were enthused by the whole experience and can be heard talking about film more on the playground. Talking with the children about it, the club has certainly made us look at the world differently - for example, when I am out walking the dogs, I am seeing the world through the eyes of a film-maker, spotting frames within frames and POV shots in the everyday environment," Teacher.
"The confidence it brought out in some children was remarkable - the creativity and observations that they made really helped develop their self-belief. It was lovely to see this through a different medium of learning, as opposed to the formal classroom setting for learning. The enthusiasm that the children showed in creating their own films inspired other members of the class to have a go too!" Teacher