Universitat Internacional de Catalunya

Filming

Filming
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16205
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First semester
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Main language of instruction: English

Other languages of instruction: Catalan, Spanish

Teaching staff


Ms. HERNÁNDEZ LLODRA, Francisco - fhernandez@uic.es

Introduction

This is a practice-oriented course whose main objective is to ensure that students acquire the basic technical skills required for a career in journalism, including the operation of cameras and other studio equipment, audiovisual editing software, and the production control room.

Pre-course requirements

No. 

Objectives

  • To understand and practise the processes, tasks, and roles involved in audiovisual production, both in the studio and on location or in other indoor settings.
  • To develop personal creativity based on a solid technical foundation.
  • To develop aesthetic judgement and a personal style in the design and production of audiovisual content.

Competences/Learning outcomes of the degree programme

  • CN01 - Recognise contemporary social and media realities, contextualise historical events, and identify newsworthy issues at local, national and international levels.
  • CN03 - Recognise the specialist areas of contemporary journalism, including their characteristics, styles, sources and specific methodologies.
  • CN06 - Recognise the principal artificial intelligence tools with applications in journalism.
  • CP01 - Work effectively in professional journalism teams, adapting to multidisciplinary and changing environments.
  • CP02 - Apply professional ethical principles and standards of academic rigour in journalism, recognising the current legal and ethical framework and respecting the fundamental right to equality between women and men, promoting human rights, a culture of peace and democratic values, including the use of inclusive, non-discriminatory and stereotype-free language.
  • CP03 - Analyse audiences within the digital media ecosystem in order to develop content for diverse audiences.
  • CP04 - Manage the technical, material and time-related resources of a journalistic project.
  • CP06 - Produce innovative, multi-platform journalistic content using narrative techniques and approaches specific to each medium and format.
  • CP07 - Create innovative multimedia products by integrating graphic design, emerging technologies and elements of digital culture to communicate information in an engaging and accessible way across all devices.
  • CP08 - Implement strategic communication plans within organisations and institutions across different sectors, defining the organisation's messaging and public image.
  • CP09 - Develop multi-platform scripts that take into account the specific characteristics of different genres and formats.
  • CP11 - Apply internal and external communication strategies to build a favourable perception of an organisation among its stakeholders.
  • CP12 - Manage an organisation's internal communications to promote understanding of its values and organisational culture.
  • HB01 - Interpret relevant data obtained from a variety of sources.
  • HB02 - Present and defend journalistic projects orally and in writing in Catalan, Spanish and English.
  • HB03 - Transform information into engaging and aesthetically effective messages.
  • HB04 - Use a range of media research and documentation resources.
  • HB05 - Distinguish between information, opinion and manipulation, applying verification and source-checking techniques to debunk misinformation and identify content generated by artificial intelligence.

Learning outcomes of the subject

Students will be able to:

  1. Work naturally and professionally in a radio studio and television studio.

  2. Use video, audio, web design, and graphic editing software proficiently.

  3. Plan the resources and logistics required to launch a radio programme or podcast.

  4. Plan the resources and logistics required to launch a news or current affairs programme for television, social media, and streaming platforms.

  5. Develop journalistic or communication projects on the Internet.

  6. Use graphic resources in journalistic or communication projects, including AI-generated images and infographics.

  7. Capture the concept and approach of written press texts through photography.

  8. Acquire technical skills in the main image and sound recording and editing technologies.

  9. Master the main techniques and technologies of digital design, including AI tools.

  10. Develop planning and leadership skills through event organisation and participation in press offices.

  11. Develop teamwork skills, fostering positive synergies to harness and maximise the talent of each team member.

Syllabus

  • To become familiar with the television studio and the Faculty’s audiovisual equipment booking system.
  • To practise on-camera and behind-the-camera production skills, including stand-ups, confident on-camera presentation, and professional camera operation.
  • To understand and make effective use of lighting and to control sound recording.
  • To understand crew organisation, logistics, and production planning; to prepare additional information for the running order; and to apply practical production techniques during filming.
  • To plan multi-camera live production and to develop staging skills for live broadcasts.
  • To become familiar with Adobe software for audiovisual editing (straight cuts, fades, basic audio and colour processing), and file export. 
  • To understand the operation of the production control room and the director’s role in coordinating technical and creative teams.

Evaluation systems and criteria

In person



Assessment system

Assessment will be continuous and primarily practical, in accordance with the objectives and methodology of the course. Both the acquisition of technical and audiovisual language knowledge and its application in practical shooting and television production situations will be assessed.

The final grade will be distributed as follows:

  • Magazine programme: 25%. An integrative practical project assessing planning, rundown, staging, studio work, multicamera production, coordination of the different production roles and the overall audiovisual result.
  • Interview: 20%. Assessment will cover the preparation and production of an interview, including planning, framing, composition, the 180-degree rule, lighting, sound and the appropriate use of audiovisual resources.
  • Debate: 15%. Assessment will cover multicamera planning and production, staging, camera positioning and use, sound, team coordination and the ability to respond effectively during live production.
  • News report: 10%. Assessment will cover the planning, shooting and audiovisual construction of a journalistic news piece, including shot selection, cutaways, statements, sound, continuity and editing.
  • Final multiple-choice examination: 20%. An individual examination assessing students' understanding of the technical, narrative and production concepts covered throughout the course.
  • Participation and professional attitude: 10%. Active participation, involvement in practical activities, responsibility in assigned roles, teamwork, punctuality and preparation, responsible use of equipment and professional behaviour during shoots and studio sessions will be assessed.

Bibliography and resources

Core bibliography

  • Stewart, P. & Alexander, R. (2021). Broadcast Journalism: Techniques of Radio and Television News (8th ed.). Routledge.
  • Bowen, C. J. (2018). Grammar of the Shot (4th ed.). Routledge.
  • Millerson, G. (1993). Effective TV Production (3rd ed.). Focal Press.

Further reading

  • Owens, J. (2026). Television Production (18th ed.). Routledge.
  • Zettl, H. (2014). Television Production Handbook (12th ed.). Cengage Learning.
  • Bowen, C. J. & Thompson, R. (2015). Grammar of the Edit (3rd ed.). Routledge.
  • Mascelli, J. V. (1998). The Five C's of Cinematography: Motion Picture Filming Techniques. Silman-James Press.

Online and audiovisual resources

  • Adobe Learn – Premiere: official tutorials and learning resources for Adobe Premiere.
  • Adobe Premiere User Guide: official reference documentation.
  • News reports, television news programmes, live reports, stand-ups, interviews and debates from national and international broadcasters used as material for analysis and reference.
  • Audiovisual material provided by the lecturer for analysis, planning, shooting and editing exercises.
  • Audiovisual equipment available at the Faculty of Communication Sciences: professional cameras, tripods, microphones, lighting equipment, TV studio and control room.
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