Film Production
Diploma and Bachelor
Film Production Department
In the Film Production department a good story is only half the picture. It’s a long way from the idea to the finished film. In addition to mastering professional workflows, the Film Production Department focuses on the confident handling of state-of-the-art film equipment. The field of postproduction is also constantly evolving and requires a high level of technical know-how – professionals in this area are therefore more in demand than ever. Job profiles for graduates of our academic degrees, professional or professional-development courses in the Film Production Department include camera operators, film editors, producers or assistant directors.
Job profiles in the film industry
After your training at the SAE Institute, you have various options for shaping your professional field. The film industry needs people with technical and creative skills and organisational talent. And even after your studies, you will still learn many skills to help you achieve your dream job in the film industry.
What are you waiting for?
Film Production
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Excerpts from the curriculum
Our curriculum combines theory with practice: first you learn the basics of your field, then you apply them in real projects – with a focus on industry standards, interdisciplinary collaboration and market economy aspects. This is the best way to prepare for your career!
Film Fundamentals
Cinematography, Shot Planning, Styles of Filmmaking, Editing Basics, Camera Operation, Audio Basics, Video Basics
Film Development
Scriptwriting, Production Design, Storyboarding and Moodboarding / Pre-Visualisation
Film Production
Pre-Production, Cinematography, Audio Basics, Directing, Production Management, Project Management
Film Post-Production
Video Editing, Sound Editing, Colour Grading/Correction, Compositing, Score
Industry Workflows
HDR, Broadcast / Cinema Technology, Livestreaming, Drone, Film Law
Possible Final Projects
Scenic Short Film, Campaign, Documentary Film, Music Video
Learning and studying
our four models
Academic courses and professional training start in March and September of each year. All our departments offer the same four options for learning and studying at SAE Institute:
Professional Qualification – Diploma
The SAE Diploma opens the door for a career in the creative industries in just 18 months. With a high practical component, you will acquire sound knowledge of the subject, and practical exercises will help you to develop technical skills at an early stage. The SAE Diploma offers professional technical training that equips students with strong, industry-relevant skills. Moreover, it facilitates flexible time management and a high degree of autonomy.
The newly launched Advanced Diploma is an ideal option for those who want to focus on the creation of a comprehensive and substantial portfolio. During the Advanced Diploma, you will complete an interdisciplinary or multi-semester project as part of a team, and you will learn about different aspects and issues associated with such projects. This will enable you to develop a deeper understanding of work processes and interconnecting fields while expanding the technical skills you acquired during the diploma.
Academic Degree – Bachelor
The Bachelor’s Degree is part of the “fast-track program” and takes 2 years to complete. This means you will be qualified faster, be able to enter the job market and start earning sooner. This option combines a compact full-time course with professional training. In addition to studying interdisciplinary content and research methods, practical exercises and projects will help you to gain technical and practical skills.
Thanks to its modular structure, the part-time Bachelor’s Degree allows students to be flexible and to study at their own pace. Professional and academic components are separated from each other and are taught in a complementary manner. As a rule, the Bachelor’s Degree in the part-time “extended model” is completed after 36 months; depending on your personal situation, the time can also be adjusted.
