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This is an online, ten-week course that will introduce participants to the fundamentals of creating viable and original TV drama and comedy series concepts. Course tutor is Vicki Madden, a highly experienced TV writer whose credits include story producer and writer on The Bill as well Australian series Water Rats, Stingers, Halifax fp, Blood Brothers and McLeod’s Daughters. The course comprises ten modules with a wide variety of learning activities in a lively online chat forum and ... [More]

If you are a TV producer/director, aspiring TV editor or someone thinking about beginning a career in graphics for video , this course is a great first step in understanding how to integrate graphic elements into your video production. It is designed for people who have little or no experience using Photoshop and who want to improve and enhance their skills and workflow with this essential tool. Course tutor Anna Tow will be taking you through a step-by-step introduction to the soft... [More]

Working in live television is one of the most exciting areas of the media. Whether it’s news and current affairs, sport, daily “magazine”, special events or “shiny floor” grand finals, you’re working with a huge team of people who know that everything they do is going to be seen by millions of people, and that there is no “take two”. In this weekend intensive you will have the opportunity to hear about all the elements of producing a live TV program including: the important elements... [More]

Are you interested in working in the Television Industry in Australia, but not sure what roles might suit you? Perhaps you’ve just completed a degree, or feel the need for a career change? This one-day seminar will give you a good insight into the structure of the TV Industry today, and explain the different production models and jobs within the industry. You’ll get some hints for “where to start” and “how to progress” your career. Topics covered will include: Genres of TV and how t... [More]

If you are interested in the world of TV Investigative Journalism, don’t miss this series of masterclasses with some of the most experienced TV Journalists and producers in Australia. Held over six evenings, the course will give you an insight into the challenges of initiating an investigative story for TV and the techniques used to bring the story to life “on screen”. Each class will focus on different investigations (with clips from programs) and will provide insights on the follo... [More]

This course will introduce emerging writers and potential script editors to the experience of working in the fast-paced and challenging environment of series television. Writing and working in television differs substantially from film on many levels: deadlines are tight and networks are demanding! Over two days participants will be taken through the many facets and requirements of writing in a medium that requires team work, strict deadlines and an understanding of the many product... [More]

To be a successful Field/Story producer you need to be a great storyteller, be highly organized, have great interpersonal skills, be great at troubleshooting, and be a great communicator. Good Field Producers are in high demand in Factual TV, Current Affairs and documentaries.This courses is ideal for anyone who is already working in a Production role and want to upgrade their skills, including Production Assistants, Production Co-Ordinators, Runners or Researcher. Field and Story P... [More]

“Live to air”, “Live sport”, Game and Panel Shows and News and Current Affairs all have one thing in Common – The Director’s Assistant (or “DA"). This intensive two-day course is a practical, hands on introduction to the role and responsibilities of the Television Directors Assistant. It’s an excellent first step into the multi camera control room, and you will be taught in our state-of-the-art HD Control room at AFTRS. The course will cover all responsibilities of the Director’s As... [More]

This two-day course provides a detailed introduction to desktop compositing for broadcast using Adobe After Effects CS5.5. After Effects is the most commonly used graphics program in Australia for the preparation of broadcast design/graphics in TV. It is a program that allows new levels of creative freedom for designers, animators, art directors and editors. Participants will gain an understanding of desktop digital animation and compositing environment and how it is used for broadc... [More]

This course is designed for people who would like to gain experience and skills in the art of “Selling on Television”. The two-day, intensive course will provide practical “on-camera” product selling experience, individual coaching and a broad range of practical tips and tools to help further your on-screen sales career. The course, conducted in our state-of-the-art studios will include skills relevant to: • direct Response Commercials – in studio with Autocue scripting. • morning s... [More]