Script Supervision and Continuity for Film and TV

Microcredential Part-time School of Business + Media

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Overview

If you’ve ever been curious about what’s involved to bring the words on the page up into the film you see or wondered why a script supervisor is also in charge of continuity, this program offers some answers. Whether you are already a film technician or contemplating work in Vancouver’s busy TV/film production industry, learning the skills necessary to become a professional working script supervisor might open a new door for you.

Entrance Requirements

This Microcredential will attract students with little film experience all the way to crew technicians who already work in the industry. Crew technicians in other departments or students new to film can discover an alternative door into the film industry.

Application processing

Ongoing throughout the year.

International applicants

This program is available to international applicants who have a valid status in Canada.

Apply to program

Formal application to the microcredential is not required. Upon successful completion of the courses, email the program contact with your full name, student number, and mailing address to be issued a microcredential.

Scheduled Intakes

Ongoing Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) intakes: January, April, and September.

Costs & Supplies

Tuition fees

Please see the Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) Fees page for information on tuition fees and refunds.

Courses

Class hours

Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am to 4:30 pm

Program matrix

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Required courses:			Credits
	XBST 1009	Script Supervision: The Overview In this two-day workshop, you'll learn the basic ins and outs of how a Script Supervisor in the Continuity Department operates. Covering the fundamentals of Script Supervising and Continuity, you'll gain insight into the history and development of this position. With this in-depth overview of what the job entails, you'll have a clearer understanding if this is a career path for you. Prerequisite(s): No prerequisites are required for this course. course outline	1.0
	XBST 1010	Script Supervision: The Details The role of the Script Supervisor can sometimes appear overwhelming, so maintaining your Zen is imperative to learning and implementing the specifics. In this two-day workshop, you'll break down the Script Supervisor's many responsibilities and see how it all fits logically together. There is a way to address issues and a hierarchy of where to go as things unfold on set. Understand the Script Supervisor's workflow as you learn more intricate details of what the job entails while on the floor. Prerequisite(s): S in XBST 1009 course outline	1.0
	XBST 1011	Script Supervision: The Paperwork Along with all the hands-on skills, Script Supervisors support their work with documents that are relied upon by Production and Post Production to allow for a smooth, efficient edit. Learn how information is formatted and where this information gets distributed at the end of each shooting day. In this session, you will learn the paper and pencil version of Script Supervising so as to secure your foundation of knowledge in any setting. Prerequisite(s): S in XBST 1009 and S in XBST 1010 course outline	1.0
	XBST 1012	Script Supervision: The Full Picture From pencil and paper to digital format, you will learn to navigate through the ScriptE program. Transferring Script Supervising skills into a finished digital version is key for efficient distribution. You will gain practice with the software while learning to oversee the living Script Supervising elements onset. Prerequisite(s): S in XBST 1009 and S in XBST 1010 and 50% in XBST 1011 course outline	1.0
	XBST 1016	Script Supervision: The Wrap and Go In this final segment of Script Supervision, along with detailed review, there'll be a practical hands-on mock shoot to really immerse yourself in the position. Then it'll be insight into the industry with union discussion and overview. You'll be able to see possible paths forward of where to go from here. Prerequisite(s): 50% in XBST 1009 and 50% in XBST 1010 and 50% in XBST 1011 and 50% in XBST 1012 course outline	1.0

Total Credits:			5.0

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Transfer credit

Do you have credits from another BC/Yukon post-secondary school? Do you want to know if they transfer to courses here at BCIT? Check out BCIT's Transfer Equivalency Database to find out.

Program Details

Program length

This is a self-paced Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) program.

The program requires a total of 48 in-class hours.

Program delivery

In person: This program is delivered on campus.

Program location

Burnaby Campus
3700 Willingdon Avenue
Burnaby, BC

Graduating & Jobs

The Film and TV industry (IATSE) need well-trained script supervisors to address a current shortage of people qualified for this position. The completion of this microcredential will provide training and preparation to begin work in the script supervising department.

Professional associations

International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE)

Faculty, Advisors & Staff

Tammy Bentz, Broadcast PTS Faculty / Film Script Supervisor

Contact Us

Mary Kay Thurston
Part-Time Studies Coordinator, Broadcast & Media Communications
604-432-8668 | Mary_Kay_Thurston@bcit.ca

Questions or comments?

Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.