This course will introduce and engage students to the creative opportunities and challenges in the study and production of the radio/audio documentary and in developing a built studio show suitable for an online platform. It is taught through a series of hands-on workshops and classes exploring the theory and practice of creative sound production and digital storytelling. Students will be taught the technical and professional skills required to research, pitch and produce sound documentaries and studio programmes for online and radio platforms. Emphasis will be on the acquisition of high end editing and mixing skills. Some of the skills learnt will be transferrable and applicable to other media platforms.
Class discussions on radio documentary and the ‘creative treatment of reality audio’
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The expanded listening landscape, PSB and online developments
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Critical listening - including class discussion - on a range of national and international radio features and podcasts
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Researching and generating an idea for an original project
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Choosing contributors, Production Planning and time management.
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The proposal and pitch
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Developing your own ‘voice’ and writing for narration
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Advanced recording workshops
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Advanced interviewing and building relationship with participants
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Digital editing and mixing including mastering to EBU R128 audio standards
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The module will be delivered through a combination of seminars, workshops, practical exercises and listening sessions. During completion of the project, students will benefit from one to one tutorials.
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| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |