A funding injection of almost $1million will boost Curtin’s ability to produce high quality film and television graduates.
Dean of the Faculty of Media, Society and Culture Professor Colin Brown is delighted with the funds.
‘The money will be used for upgrading the Film and Television (FTV) area with new editing systems, camera and television equipment and facilities,’ Professor Brown said.
‘Additional funds will also be made available to refurbish the studio to house new editing suites,’ he said.
Curtin has an impressive track record of producing award winning film and television graduates.
At the WA Screen Awards this year Alison James became the third Curtin graduate in a row to be named the ABC Western Australian Young Filmmaker.
Alison followed in the footsteps of 2006 winner Zak Hilditch and the 2005 winner Ben Young.
Acting FTV Coordinator Ron Elliott said making good film and television is a creative art that relies on new technology and the latest equipment.
‘I am excited about upgrading to High Definition (HD) which is professional standard broadcast quality as currently used in television magazine programs,’ Mr Elliot said.
‘The move to HD allows us to maintain our high profile as producers of professional students who can move easily into the industry,’ he said.
‘Our students will benefit from other HD cameras, associated gear and a complete upgrade to Final Cut Pro editing suites.’
The upgrade is expected to be ready for new and existing students in 2008.
There will be more lighting and production equipment, conversion to the industry standard Pyramix Native for sound post production and enhancements to the TV studio.
[release from Curtin]