Tools for a producer I

Structure Type: Course
Code: KH13PHT0401
Type: Compulsory
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 5.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Leikkari, Esa
Teacher Team: Kurkimäki, Toni
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will be competent in compiling and presenting a production plan.

Student's Workload

Total work load of the course: 130 h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

- Job description of a producer
- Pre-planning and developing a production, scheduling, budgeting, and post-production
- Programme placement, target groups and viewer surveys
- Broadcasting companies, independent production companies in Finland and abroad
- Sales and marketing
- Digital distribution network and regional programme windows
- Practices in TV production
- Breaking down a script into production costs
- Practising selling a topic and plan to a sponsor

Recommended or Required Reading

Material will be distributed during the first lesson.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures, assignments and exam

Assessment Criteria

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Assessment Methods

Presentation of a production plan 40%
exam 30%
exercises 10%
active participation in class 20%

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