COM3005 Creative Writing

Advanced · 1 credit · MDC - Media, Design, and Communication Arts

Description: Students focus on honing the techniques and skills involved in story development, character pre-visualization and conceptualization for various genres of media production.
Prerequisite: COM2105: AV Preproduction 1
Parameters: None
Supporting courses: COM3105: AV Preproduction 2

Outcomes The student will:

1 identify the different genres of media production; i.e., character development, film pre-visualization, product or service promotion, animation and interactive gaming
- 1.1 identify the elements of a written composition in each genre; e.g., written description, plot summary, concept development, structure, logic and sequence development
- 1.2 compare the writing requirements for each genre of media production; e.g., narrative point of view, fact, fiction
2 examine the elements of a written composition in each of the different genres of media production
- 2.1 describe character development, including:
  - 2.1.1 the character’s background
  - 2.1.2 the character’s personal history and nuances
  - 2.1.3 the character’s appearance, features and traits
  - 2.1.4 the character’s motivation
- 2.2 describe film pre-visualization, including:
  - 2.2.1 a list of characters involved
  - 2.2.2 a detailed description of at least five scenes
  - 2.2.3 the primary props
  - 2.2.4 the interaction between characters and the scenes in which the action takes place
  - 2.2.5 the appearance of characters; e.g., costumes, time, style
- 2.3 describe product or service promotion, including:
  - 2.3.1 a description of the concept to promote a product or service
  - 2.3.2 copy used in various media; e.g., brochure, commercial, magazine advertisement
- 2.4 describe animation, including:
  - 2.4.1 the style and concept for animation
  - 2.4.2 a description of plot summary or primary events
  - 2.4.3 a description of each of the main characters involved in the animation
  - 2.4.4 a detailed description of the scenes or locations involved
- 2.5 describe interactive gaming, including:
  - 2.5.1 a description of each of the main characters involved in the game
  - 2.5.2 a description of the logic and sequence in the primary plot story
  - 2.5.3 a list of possible outcomes in following each of the paths; e.g., critical path
  - 2.5.4 a detailed description of the scenes or locations involved
  - 2.5.5 the game’s narrative, dialogue, commentary, cutscene narrative, rules and hint system
3 produce a written composition in a minimum of two separate genres
- 3.1 identify key tasks and time frames for each step to be completed; e.g., creation of a concept board will be completed prior to a rough draft
- 3.2 use the proper written language conventions; e.g., grammar, sentence structure, spelling
- 3.3 create a storyboard or equivalent representation of the pre-planning process for each genre selected
- 3.4 plan and organize each composition in a sequential, logical manner
- 3.5 produce a rough draft of each composition for formative assessment; e.g., teacher review, peer review
- 3.6 manage each project to completion; e.g., time, resources, files, equipment
- 3.7 present the finished, revised written compositions
4 identify copyright restrictions and permissions and put them into practice
5 present and discuss a selection of work to an audience; e.g., project plan, visual representations of character design or a segment of an edited written work
- 5.1 assess the work, considering:
  - 5.1.1 how the format enhances or detracts from the overall written work
  - 5.1.2 the technical and creative aspects of the work; e.g., grammar, spelling, sentence structure
  - 5.1.3 areas of concern/difficulty (if applicable)
  - 5.1.4 visual representations
  - 5.1.5 the quality of the completed project
  - 5.1.6 whether it met school and community standards; e.g., appropriate language
- 5.2 participate in peer/teacher assessment
- 5.3 revise and re-present the work, if necessary, based on feedback
- 5.4 add this selected work to an ongoing portfolio
6 apply consistent and appropriate work station routines
- 6.1 demonstrate good health and safety practices; e.g., posture, positioning of hardware and furniture
- 6.2 demonstrate security for hardware, software, supplies and personal work
7 demonstrate basic competencies
- 7.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 7.1.1 communicate
  - 7.1.2 manage information
  - 7.1.3 use numbers
  - 7.1.4 think and solve problems
- 7.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 7.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 7.2.2 be responsible
  - 7.2.3 be adaptable
  - 7.2.4 learn continuously
  - 7.2.5 work safely
- 7.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 7.3.1 work with others
  - 7.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
8 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
- 8.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
- 8.2 identify steps to achieve goals