UnitLevel 2Undergraduate

DGN2601 Video production design 1

Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture

DGN2601 Video production design 1 is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Caulfield. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 1 unit.

Credit points
6
Offered in 2026
Semester 1
Caulfield
Assessment
No exam
3 tasks

This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Before DGN2601

Prohibitions

You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.

Corequisites

Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.

After DGN2601

1 unit list DGN2601 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

Overview

This unit introduces you to the creative, historical, and technical foundations of filmmaking. Through a combination of theoretical instruction, film screenings, hands-on workshops, and structured assignments, you will learn how to design, plan, shoot, and edit video content using a range of professional tools and techniques. You will build core skills in editing software, camera operation, lighting, audio recording, and AI video tools, with a focus on narrative structure, continuity editing, and visual storytelling. Working across both documentary and fiction formats, you will produce original work and gain experience in every stage of video production, from concept to final edit.

Offerings in 2026

Teaching periodCampusMode
First semesterCaulfieldOn campus

Assessment

  • Project 1Project
    30%
  • Project 2Project
    30%
  • Project 3Project
    40%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Use professional filmmaking tools, including cameras, lighting, audio equipment, and editing software, to produce short-form video content with technical proficiency and creative intent;

  2. 2

    Apply foundational cinematic design concepts such as film history, narrative structure, and cinematic storytelling to the production of short video projects;

  3. 3

    Integrate theoretical knowledge, technical filmmaking skills, and emerging AI tools into the video production workflow to develop innovative storytelling approaches and enhance creative output;

  4. 4

    Collaborate effectively to produce original documentary and fiction content, demonstrating critical reflection and problem-solving throughout all stages of production;

  5. 5

    Demonstrate a commitment to ethical storytelling and inclusive representation, articulating the social and emotional impact of video as a medium;

  6. 6

    Develop self-directed learning strategies to advance filmmaking skills by incorporating feedback, experimentation, and independent exploration of emerging technologies and techniques.

Workload and teaching

  • Studio activities36 hours
  • Teaching approachProblem-based learning
  • Teaching approachEnquiry-based learning
  • Teaching approachActive learning

12 hours per week including 3 contact hours plus 9 hours of independent study.

Where it fits

DGN2601 is part of 1 area of study in the 2026 handbook.

Contacts

Unit Coordinators
Dr Robin Hely
Chief Examiners
Mr Samuel Berkoh

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for DGN2601?

None, but you must take OHS1000 before or alongside it.

What can I take after DGN2601?

DGN2601 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including DGN2602.

When is DGN2601 offered?

In 2026, DGN2601 runs in Semester 1 at Caulfield.

Does DGN2601 have an exam?

No. DGN2601 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.

Which majors and minors include DGN2601?

DGN2601 is part of Design.

More details

Credit points
6
Level
2
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
Organisational unit
Department of Design
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.125
Student contribution
SCA Band 2
Study abroad
Available
Handbook years
20262027