THFM-3310 FILM II 2024-25 APPLICATION PROCESS

THFM-3310 (6) FILMMAKING II: DIRECTING THE SHORT FILM

APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR 2024-25

There are 10-12 spaces available for THFM-3310(6) Filmmaking II: Directing the Short Film.

Registration for Filmmaking II is by permission of the Chair of the Department of Theatre and Film ONLY.

NOTE: The pre-requisite for the course is THFM-2310(6) Filmmaking I: Screen Narrative Technique.

Prospective students should complete the online application form which includes a place to provide links to your material. (Submission material doesn’t have to be new; it can be a sample of work from previous film classes.)

CRITERIA FOR ACCEPTANCE INTO THE COURSE

Grades
Quality of work
Attendance
Attitude and professionalism

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: JUNE 10, 2024

All applications for Filmmaking II must be submitted by 4 pm MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2024. NO EXCEPTIONS.

The submission form is online (see below for link).

NOTE! Please Do Not Wait until the last date to apply. The sooner you apply, the sooner your application will be reviewed, and the more time the reviewers will have to consider your work.

STEPS

If you would like to discuss your qualifications, options, and the application procedure, contact THFM Student Advisor Melinda Tallin (tallin@uwinnipeg.ca or 204-786-9955) who can help you figure out where you stand in terms of credit hours, requirements, time commitments, etc.

Prepare your materials for your application:

Samples of your work (required):

2 Film samples (NOTE: You must be the sole Director of both these films)
1 short script (pdf file only please) from one of the film samples (the script before shooting, not after editing)
FILM SAMPLES: You are required to submit TWO examples of your directing work with your application. The films you submit should demonstrate your abilities as a filmmaker, where you were the Director for the entire film. No Co-Directed films. If you would like to submit a third film where you were the sole Cinematographer you may also do that, but your acceptance will primarily be based on your work as a Director. Please do NOT submit Intro to Film projects made in a group. Projects made alone during COVID are acceptable. Film credits must be included and your specific role must be stated in those credits. The links may be on Vimeo or Youtube. (If you are unsure of which platform to use, or are unable to attach them, please contact thfm@uwinnipeg.ca.)
SCRIPT SAMPLE: One short script submission from one of the films submitted. This should be the script you used for production - NOT an updated post-production script. This script should be submitted as a pdf file only and can be submitted by link in the application form or sent directly to thfm@uwinnipeg.ca with the subject line “FILM II APPLICATION”.

Grades (required): Your grades are an important part of the criteria considered in your application. Please give permission to the department to print your transcript as part of your application (or provide a statement of your grades).

List of previous university Film courses and your instructors (required). The online application form has space for this, including a chart with the most common courses and faculty, and an area to add other courses not included on the chart.

Letter or Statement (optional): You are invited to submit a letter or statement with the form indicating why you think you should be accepted into THFM-3310(6) Filmmaking II: Directing the Short Film. This is optional.

Final steps:

Complete the online application form (link below), including the appropriate checkmarks, links and passwords.
Review your application and confirm your link works and your film is playing correctly before you submit.
If you are submitting any material by e-mail to thfm@uwinnipeg.ca you must indicate "FILM II APPLICATION" in the subject line.

THE FILM II APPLICATION FORM is completely online. You can find it here:

Film II Application Form

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 4 pm MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2024

You can also find the information and link on the THFM website under Film Resources, https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/theatre-film/student-resources/film-resources.html

NOTES:

REMEMBER TO DOUBLE CHECK LINKS to be sure your entire film submissions look and sound the way you intend.
You may be called for an interview with faculty. If necessary, this will be scheduled between June 12^th – 18^th.
Once the applications have been reviewed, recommendations for acceptance into the course will be submitted to the Chair. A Waiting List may be established, at the discretion of the Chair.
All candidates will be notified by Friday, June 21^st whether or not they have been accepted into FILM II. If you are accepted and indicate you will take the course, we will process your permission so you can register. If you are not able to register during your assigned time, your spot will be held for you. However, if you decide not to take the course, please advise Melinda as soon as possible so the next person on the waiting list can be notified.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT FILM II

If you are accepted into FILM II, you will be provided with a list of eleven films to watch before class begins in the fall. All films will be available to watch for free online.

If you are accepted into FILM II, it is strongly recommended that you not take more than one other practical film course simultaneously (Film Horror, Film Comedy, Documentary Filmmaking, Sound Editing, Advanced Picture Editing). FILM II is a full-year course and requires a very serious time commitment, both to your own film and to the films of your FILM II classmates. Deadline extensions will not be granted based on students being overloaded with film projects or coursework from other classes. It is suggested however, that you take a post-production course such as Advanced Picture Editing or Sound Editing to increase your post-production skills.

Students make one short film during FILM II (in addition to several filmed directing exercises). If you are accepted into FILM II you must arrive in class on the first day ready to pitch three solid ideas for the short film you want to make. Your film ideas should be possible to film in all weather conditions as Film Production takes place from mid-December to late February. Post-Production involves picture editing, sound editing/design and mix, and colour grading. Post-Production takes place in the final 2-3 months of the course.

IF YOU HAVE ANY TROUBLE WITH THE FORM, PLEASE CONTACT MELINDA AT m.tallin@uwinnipeg.ca or 204-786-9955.