DGN4604 Cinematic design for film
Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
DGN4604 Cinematic design for film is a level 4, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield. It needs MDC4501 or MDC4550 and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Caulfield
- Assessment
- No exam
- 3 tasks
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Requisites
Before DGN4604
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After DGN4604
1 unit list DGN4604 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
This unit introduces you to foundational concepts, tools, and techniques in video production, with a focus on how emerging technologies - particularly Artificial Intelligence - can enhance and expand traditional cinematic design. You’ll explore creative and technical processes involved in designing, scripting, shooting, and editing, while working with AI tools that support various stages of the filmmaking workflow, from storyboarding to content generation. With an emphasis on hands-on practice and critical reflection, the unit helps you develop core skills in visual storytelling, cinematic design language, and narrative structure. You'll also examine the evolving role of film in contemporary media, building the knowledge and experience needed for both creative expression and broader multimedia communication contexts.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Caulfield | On campus |
| Second semester | Caulfield | On campus |
Assessment
- Project 1Project30%
- Project 2Project30%
- Project 3Project40%
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
Describe key concepts in cinematic storytelling, including narrative structure, shot composition, and visual communication, to build foundational knowledge for creative video production;
- 2
Design and produce short-form video content by applying skills in scripting, storyboarding, camera operation, editing, and title/credits design, demonstrating technical proficiency and creative problem-solving;
- 3
Integrate traditional filmmaking methods with emerging AI tools - such as those for scripting, storyboarding, video generation, and voiceover - to expand your creative practice across analogue and digital workflows;
- 4
Reflect on your own creative and collaborative process in video production, recognising how your technical and aesthetic decisions shape viewer perception and your identity as a media maker;
- 5
Demonstrate engagement with evolving media practices by exploring how emerging technologies like AI influence storytelling, showing a commitment to responsible and innovative design;
- 6
Evaluate and refine your filmmaking practice by critically reviewing feedback, identifying areas for improvement, and adapting to new tools, techniques, and creative challenges.
Workload and teaching
- Studio activities36 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
12 hours per week including 3 contact hours plus 9 hours of independent study.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Mr Jeffrey Janet
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Robin Hely
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for DGN4604?
You need MDC4501 or MDC4550 before you enrol; and OHS1000 before or alongside it.
What can I take after DGN4604?
DGN4604 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including DGN5604.
When is DGN4604 offered?
In 2027, DGN4604 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Caulfield.
Does DGN4604 have an exam?
No. DGN4604 has 3 assessment tasks and no exam.