Production Design for Film and Drama Short Course

Course description

Production Designers are the inventors of worlds depicted in films or drama series. this course is an introduction to the highly creative role of the Production Designer on a film and the various skills they draw upon when designing film or drama sets.

This part seminar, part practical course will show what makes good production design and show how a Production Designer sets off creating the world illusion on screen from a script. The students will experience how a Production Designer starts designing a film set from where ever the script leads, creating mood boards, drawing concept visuals and draughting scale plans.

Who should take this course?
Beginners; aimed at young designers who are interested in getting into the film industry.

Course Outcomes
You will achieve a better understanding of the job of a film or TV drama series designer, and come away with a deeper understanding of the work of a production designer, and how a Film Art Department works.

Entry requirements: None

Level: Beginners

Clear, easy to understand lessons: 

• Our tutors will explain things in easy to understand, accessible English. If they need to use any special terminology they will make sure they explain what they mean. 
• New methods will be shown to students through live demonstrations, in a way that’s crystal clear and easy to understand. 

Experience life on campus 

• Network and share ideas with students from across the globe 
• Access the technology and materials relevant to your discipline 
• Shop in our college shops for any materials you might need 
• Ask questions of your tutor in real time 
• Receive feedback and critique on your assignments 
• Experience the many sights of London on your down time 

A certificate of completion: 

• You've put the work in so we want to make sure you have something to show for it! 
• As long as you attend a minimum of 80% of your classes, we will provide you with a certificate of attendance. 
• We always recommend you attend all of the classes so that you get the most out of the experience! 
• Certificates are great to complement your cv. 

This course is scheduled to run on campus in a face-to-face delivery format. Please note that due to the ongoing pandemic situation this course may be adapted in line with UK government guidance or other operational requirements. This may include changing course location (to another UAL site), cancellation of the course, or moving part or all of the course online. In the event of any changes being required we will inform you as soon as possible and support you in any changes required. Please bear this in mind when making any travel, visa, or accommodation arrangements.

Please note: This course is for students aged 18 and older