Aptitude Resources
Resources and links for Aptitude Workshops
(August / Sept 2023)
Screen Pathways
Broadcast, Film and Content Creation
Writing, Directing and Screen-craft
- Aptitude Presentation (Youtube)
- Task 1 Video Link (Youtube)
- Resource Booklet
Instructions
Using the headphones provided, watch the linked presentation, pausing the video at the relevant points in order to complete each task.
The timings below are for guidance, however you should work through the tasks independently.
Please speak to a member of staff if you are unsure or would like to clarify any instructions.
Task | Notes |
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1 : Mise-en-Scene |
15 minutes |
2a : Pre-Production Planning |
15 minutes You may use the Internet to search for your locations |
2b : Risk Assessment |
15 minutes Provide a minimum of 3 risk factors for shooting in your chosen location. |
3 : Screenplay |
30 minutes Your scene should total no more than 1 minute in length. You may use the Internet to assist (i.e. for identifying trope definitions or for information about screenplay formatting) but your ideas, dialogue and storyline must be your own work. This task can be handwritten on lined paper, or typed up electronically. |
Stage Pathways
Technical Theatre and Live Events
Production Arts and Stage Management
- Aptitude Presentation (Youtube)
- Task 2 Video Link (Youtube)
- Resource Booklet
Instructions
Using the headphones provided, watch the linked presentation, pausing the video at the relevant points in order to complete each task.
The timings below are for guidance, however you should work through the tasks independently.
Please speak to a member of staff if you are unsure or would like to clarify any instructions.
Task | Notes |
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1a : Theatre Hierarchy |
15 minutes Write down some of the different job roles that you are aware of within the stage industry and if possible, how these may link together.
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1b : Interrelations |
15 minutes Pick two of the job roles you identified - how might these people work together? What are their responsibilities? |
2 : Production Analysis |
15 minutes You can write your notes in the booklet or you can type them up electronically. If typed, please make sure to save a copy to the Desktop with your name in the document title (speak to a member of staff if unsure!) |
3 : Sourcing Props |
30 minutes This can be handwritten in the booklet or typed up electronically. |