This document discusses conducting online ethnography to study how Brazilian migrants use social networking sites to maintain connections across borders. It argues that online interactions are an important part of many migrants' experiences that interconnect with their offline lives. To better understand how migration has changed in the digital age, researchers should incorporate both online and offline fieldwork to examine how digital connectivity impacts the migrant experience. The document uses the example of Brazilian migrants' use of the social media site Orkut to argue that online spaces are important new fieldsites for migration researchers.
Reading 3- David Gauntlett - Ten things wrong with the media 'effects' modelRobin Stienberg
The document provides an overview of ten fundamental flaws in the "effects model" approach that has been used in much media research over the past 60 years. The effects model assumes direct and predictable effects of media on behavior, but research has failed to find clear evidence of such effects. The summary identifies two key flaws discussed: 1) Effects studies approach social problems backwards by starting with the media rather than factors like poverty, unemployment, or behavior of family/peers. 2) Effects studies often treat children as inadequate by focusing on what they cannot do rather than what they can understand from media. The document suggests alternative approaches are still needed to better understand media influences.
Reading1- Watching GÇ£CharmedGÇ¥- Why Teen Television Appeals to WomenRobin Stienberg
1) The document analyzes how the supernatural TV show Charmed appeals to both teenage/young girl audiences as well as mature women audiences.
2) While the show focuses on themes of sisterhood and female empowerment, some theorists argue it also allows mature women viewers to negotiate real-life experiences of insecurity, relationships, and career choices through the fictional world.
3) Charmed depicts the sisters dealing with modern feminist issues beyond just their magical adventures, potentially appealing to viewers who grew up with feminism portrayed in other popular culture texts.
This document provides information and guidelines for creating a script breakdown and production budget for a class project film titled "The First Leap". It includes 12 scenes, a cast list, and locations. It outlines the 4 steps to breakdown a script and categories elements. Sample budget pages are provided, and it discusses important factors to consider like permits, logistics, insurance, and tips for budgeting and production planning.
This document summarizes the HR budget plan for Bio D Pte Ltd for the years 2016 and 2017. It proposes increasing the total HR budget by 20% from $9 million in 2016 to $10.8 million in 2017. Specific increases are proposed for training and development (25%), certification and awards (20%), compensation and benefits (5.5%), and recruitment and selection (15%). The increases aim to retain current staff, hire 22 new employees, update staff skills, and motivate employees to help the company achieve its revenue and profitability growth targets.
HR Budget Planning for Excellence Holdings PteRobin Stienberg
This document contains the HR budgets for years 1 and 2 of Holdings Pte Ltd. It shows budget amounts for various cost centers like recruitment, training and development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, health and safety, and HR operations. It is noted that years 2016 and 2017 will see impacts on the budget and cashflow due to drops in profit and loss. Items that may see cuts include salaries, travel budgets, and miscellaneous activities. Ways to increase productivity while maintaining morale are suggested, such as providing more education and skills training, implementing incentive programs, and making strategic investments.
The document discusses SHDE Holdings, a Singapore-based company with 10 years of experience and potential for 100% growth in the next three years. It presents data showing increases in yearly sales and staff performance from 2015-2017. It recommends compulsory training for all staff to improve customer service and communication through teaching clear processes, understanding outcomes, and documentation. Effective communication can prevent misunderstandings and conflicts while benefiting clarity, employee and customer happiness, retention, and profits. The Five S approach of being selfless, specific, sincere, spontaneous, and using short messages is suggested.
The document is a report prepared by Stienberg Tan for SHDE Holdings that analyzes communication issues at the company and provides recommendations. It finds that SHDE has experienced rapid growth but also a rise in customer complaints and high staff turnover. Research including employee interviews revealed problems like late or incorrect deliveries due to lack of documentation of changes, as well as issues with face-to-face communication on the shop floor and with some customers. The report concludes there are no formal communication policies or training in place and recommends Training Solutions provide manuals, sessions, and solutions to address the problems and improve communications.
This document discusses conducting online ethnography to study how Brazilian migrants use social networking sites to maintain connections across borders. It argues that online interactions are an important part of many migrants' experiences that interconnect with their offline lives. To better understand how migration has changed in the digital age, researchers should incorporate both online and offline fieldwork to examine how digital connectivity impacts the migrant experience. The document uses the example of Brazilian migrants' use of the social media site Orkut to argue that online spaces are important new fieldsites for migration researchers.
Reading 3- David Gauntlett - Ten things wrong with the media 'effects' modelRobin Stienberg
The document provides an overview of ten fundamental flaws in the "effects model" approach that has been used in much media research over the past 60 years. The effects model assumes direct and predictable effects of media on behavior, but research has failed to find clear evidence of such effects. The summary identifies two key flaws discussed: 1) Effects studies approach social problems backwards by starting with the media rather than factors like poverty, unemployment, or behavior of family/peers. 2) Effects studies often treat children as inadequate by focusing on what they cannot do rather than what they can understand from media. The document suggests alternative approaches are still needed to better understand media influences.
Reading1- Watching GÇ£CharmedGÇ¥- Why Teen Television Appeals to WomenRobin Stienberg
1) The document analyzes how the supernatural TV show Charmed appeals to both teenage/young girl audiences as well as mature women audiences.
2) While the show focuses on themes of sisterhood and female empowerment, some theorists argue it also allows mature women viewers to negotiate real-life experiences of insecurity, relationships, and career choices through the fictional world.
3) Charmed depicts the sisters dealing with modern feminist issues beyond just their magical adventures, potentially appealing to viewers who grew up with feminism portrayed in other popular culture texts.
This document provides information and guidelines for creating a script breakdown and production budget for a class project film titled "The First Leap". It includes 12 scenes, a cast list, and locations. It outlines the 4 steps to breakdown a script and categories elements. Sample budget pages are provided, and it discusses important factors to consider like permits, logistics, insurance, and tips for budgeting and production planning.
This document summarizes the HR budget plan for Bio D Pte Ltd for the years 2016 and 2017. It proposes increasing the total HR budget by 20% from $9 million in 2016 to $10.8 million in 2017. Specific increases are proposed for training and development (25%), certification and awards (20%), compensation and benefits (5.5%), and recruitment and selection (15%). The increases aim to retain current staff, hire 22 new employees, update staff skills, and motivate employees to help the company achieve its revenue and profitability growth targets.
HR Budget Planning for Excellence Holdings PteRobin Stienberg
This document contains the HR budgets for years 1 and 2 of Holdings Pte Ltd. It shows budget amounts for various cost centers like recruitment, training and development, compensation and benefits, employee relations, health and safety, and HR operations. It is noted that years 2016 and 2017 will see impacts on the budget and cashflow due to drops in profit and loss. Items that may see cuts include salaries, travel budgets, and miscellaneous activities. Ways to increase productivity while maintaining morale are suggested, such as providing more education and skills training, implementing incentive programs, and making strategic investments.
The document discusses SHDE Holdings, a Singapore-based company with 10 years of experience and potential for 100% growth in the next three years. It presents data showing increases in yearly sales and staff performance from 2015-2017. It recommends compulsory training for all staff to improve customer service and communication through teaching clear processes, understanding outcomes, and documentation. Effective communication can prevent misunderstandings and conflicts while benefiting clarity, employee and customer happiness, retention, and profits. The Five S approach of being selfless, specific, sincere, spontaneous, and using short messages is suggested.
The document is a report prepared by Stienberg Tan for SHDE Holdings that analyzes communication issues at the company and provides recommendations. It finds that SHDE has experienced rapid growth but also a rise in customer complaints and high staff turnover. Research including employee interviews revealed problems like late or incorrect deliveries due to lack of documentation of changes, as well as issues with face-to-face communication on the shop floor and with some customers. The report concludes there are no formal communication policies or training in place and recommends Training Solutions provide manuals, sessions, and solutions to address the problems and improve communications.
This document is a student essay analyzing how the media industry is adapting to meet the needs of Millennials. It begins with background on the rise of television and the internet challenging conventional TV. It then defines Millennials as born between 1978-1987, who are highly connected, achievement-oriented, and prefer on-demand content. The essay examines how the TV industry is shifting to digital platforms and on-demand streaming as Millennials' attention spans drop for traditional TV. It also looks at how players like Netflix are better meeting Millennials' needs than conventional TV stations.
This document is a student essay discussing lighting techniques in filmmaking. It contains 3 key points:
1. It provides a brief history of lighting from prehistoric times to early lamps and candles used for illumination. Fireflies and oily fish and birds were also used as early lighting sources.
2. It examines the basic three-point lighting technique and how it is fundamental to film production. It also discusses specific lighting challenges and techniques used in films like Indiana Jones and The Matrix.
3. It includes quotes from Steven Spielberg emphasizing the importance of lighting, experimentation, and learning from others to continually improve lighting methods for storytelling and entertainment.
This document is a 7-page essay analyzing the 2013 film Iron Man 3 and discussing whether it contains any political or propaganda messages about terrorism. The essay examines similarities between the film's villain The Mandarin and Osama Bin Laden in their culture, attitudes, and goals. It argues the film subtly portrays America's military power and resolve to fight terrorism through entertainment. In conclusion, the essay states that while Hollywood produces all types of content, it continues to influence audiences and fulfill prophecies about current trends like terrorism, instilling confidence that threats can be protected against.
Tan Geok Yong has attained a Statement of Attainment from Kaplan Professional for successfully completing an industry-approved competency in leading team leaders to develop business strategies and governance management. The certificate was issued on September 21, 2016 and is accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System.
This document provides an overview of common film genres and their defining characteristics. It discusses 12 main genres: western, action, adventure, comedy, crime/gangster, drama, epics/historical, horror, musicals, science fiction, war, and westerns. For each genre, key elements are identified such as settings, themes, characters, and plot devices. The document also provides a brief plot summary of the film "Crash" as an example that explores social and racial tensions in Los Angeles through interconnected stories.
Mise-en-scene refers to all the visual elements that a director can control within a scene, such as setting, costumes, lighting, staging of actors, and props. These elements are used to convey meaning and direct the audience's attention. Key aspects of mise-en-scene include setting, which establishes time and place; costumes and makeup, which provide clues about characters; lighting, which sets mood and guides vision; and staging of actors and their movements. Directors manipulate these various visual elements of mise-en-scene to achieve different artistic goals for their films.
This document is an official transcript for Tan Geok Yong STIENBERG showing that he received a Diploma in Film & Television (Script) from the Singapore Media Academy Private Limited on August 22, 2016. It lists the various competency units he completed, the dates he was assessed as competent in each, and the issuing institution. The transcript is certified by the Singapore Workforce Development Agency and includes information about the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications System.
This document is a diploma certificate awarded to Stienberg Tan Geok Yong for successfully completing the Diploma in Film & Television (Script) program at the Singapore Media Academy Private Limited. The certificate details Tan Geok Yong's ID number, date of completion on August 22, 2016, and is signed by the Chief Executive of the academy and includes certification numbers for verification online with the Singapore Workforce Development Agency.
Irene and Kris met up for coffee to catch up and discuss their travel plans. Irene had just returned from a trip to Korea where she visited Jeju and Seoul and was able to experience Korean culture by wearing hanbok and visiting beautiful Nami Island. Kris then shared about her more budget-friendly trip to Boracay Island in the Philippines, where she challenged herself to a 15-meter cliff jump and enjoyed the clear waters and variety of water sports. They agreed to plan a future trip together before parting ways.
Stienberg Tan took a film production course where they learned about film production standards and procedures on set, the importance of technical know-how and teamwork, and how to write a script. For their class project, Tan and their classmates produced a 5-minute short film directed by their lecturer, Mr. Aaron, about two friends debating whether to explore living in Singapore or overseas. The biggest challenge was editing the film together after shooting, which required carefully selecting the right frames and camera angles. Through completing the project, Tan learned about the film production process from script to editing and believes the short film has potential to be screened at festivals or expanded into a full feature film.
This document is a Statement of Attainment awarded to Stienberg Tan Geok Yong on August 17, 2016 for successfully completing an industry approved competency in managing change. The competency, LPM-CHG-401C-0, was accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System. The training and assessment of Stienberg were verified by Ng Cher Pong, Chief Executive of the issuing agency.
The document is a script for the short film "The Clean Table". It follows Mr. William Lim, who is retiring from his job at DBS Bank and advising his son to always keep their dining table clean. Later, his son forgets this promise and leaves the table dirty. When Mr. Lim comes home, he initially threatens to punish his son but instead teaches him about the importance of honesty and second chances. The story explores family values of honesty through the relationship between father and son.
The document provides definitions and explanations of key concepts in screenwriting:
- The protagonist drives the story forward while facing opposition from the antagonist, exploring similar themes from opposing perspectives. Both characters experience transformations at major story points.
- A logline is a short summary that captures the essence and tension of the story in order to generate interest. It describes the psychological tension between main characters and setting in a compelling way.
- Rising action creates suspense and interest through a series of relevant incidents that lead to a climax, moving the plot forward after the exposition. Pacing and flow are important techniques for linking scenes and maintaining the story's energy over time.
1. The document describes a movie called Butterfly Circus set in 1930s America during the Great Depression. It follows Mr. Mendez's small circus troupe and their encounters with Will, a man without limbs working in a freak show.
2. Will decides to leave the freak show and hide on the circus trucks to escape. The circus troupe accepts him but says he must perform to stay. Will later discovers he can swim and performs a daring diving act, finding acceptance for his talents rather than his appearance.
3. The point of attack is when Will decides to escape the freak show. The conflict escalates as Will struggles to find acceptance and create his own act, culminating in his climactic swimming
This document is a Statement of Attainment awarded to STIENBERG TAN GEOK YONG (CHEN YURONG) on 14 April 2016 from the Singapore Chinese Chamber Institute of Business. It certifies that the individual has successfully attained the industry-approved competency of SVCF-CS-301C-1 ESTABLISH RELATIONSHIPS FOR CUSTOMER CONFIDENCE. The training and assessment were accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System.
This document is a Statement of Attainment awarded to Tan Geok Yong (Chen Yurong) on June 14, 2016 by the Singapore Chinese Chamber Institute of Business. It certifies that Tan Geok Yong successfully attained the competency of LPM-RLT-401C-0 CULTIVATE WORKPLACE RELATIONSHIPS, as approved by the industry and accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System.
Tan Geok Yong was awarded a Statement of Attainment from the Singapore Chinese Chamber Institute of Business for successfully completing industry-approved competencies in managing customer acquisition and retention programs. The training and assessment were accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System, as verified by Ng Cher Pong, the Chief Executive.
This document is a student essay analyzing how the media industry is adapting to meet the needs of Millennials. It begins with background on the rise of television and the internet challenging conventional TV. It then defines Millennials as born between 1978-1987, who are highly connected, achievement-oriented, and prefer on-demand content. The essay examines how the TV industry is shifting to digital platforms and on-demand streaming as Millennials' attention spans drop for traditional TV. It also looks at how players like Netflix are better meeting Millennials' needs than conventional TV stations.
This document is a student essay discussing lighting techniques in filmmaking. It contains 3 key points:
1. It provides a brief history of lighting from prehistoric times to early lamps and candles used for illumination. Fireflies and oily fish and birds were also used as early lighting sources.
2. It examines the basic three-point lighting technique and how it is fundamental to film production. It also discusses specific lighting challenges and techniques used in films like Indiana Jones and The Matrix.
3. It includes quotes from Steven Spielberg emphasizing the importance of lighting, experimentation, and learning from others to continually improve lighting methods for storytelling and entertainment.
This document is a 7-page essay analyzing the 2013 film Iron Man 3 and discussing whether it contains any political or propaganda messages about terrorism. The essay examines similarities between the film's villain The Mandarin and Osama Bin Laden in their culture, attitudes, and goals. It argues the film subtly portrays America's military power and resolve to fight terrorism through entertainment. In conclusion, the essay states that while Hollywood produces all types of content, it continues to influence audiences and fulfill prophecies about current trends like terrorism, instilling confidence that threats can be protected against.
Tan Geok Yong has attained a Statement of Attainment from Kaplan Professional for successfully completing an industry-approved competency in leading team leaders to develop business strategies and governance management. The certificate was issued on September 21, 2016 and is accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System.
This document provides an overview of common film genres and their defining characteristics. It discusses 12 main genres: western, action, adventure, comedy, crime/gangster, drama, epics/historical, horror, musicals, science fiction, war, and westerns. For each genre, key elements are identified such as settings, themes, characters, and plot devices. The document also provides a brief plot summary of the film "Crash" as an example that explores social and racial tensions in Los Angeles through interconnected stories.
Mise-en-scene refers to all the visual elements that a director can control within a scene, such as setting, costumes, lighting, staging of actors, and props. These elements are used to convey meaning and direct the audience's attention. Key aspects of mise-en-scene include setting, which establishes time and place; costumes and makeup, which provide clues about characters; lighting, which sets mood and guides vision; and staging of actors and their movements. Directors manipulate these various visual elements of mise-en-scene to achieve different artistic goals for their films.
This document is an official transcript for Tan Geok Yong STIENBERG showing that he received a Diploma in Film & Television (Script) from the Singapore Media Academy Private Limited on August 22, 2016. It lists the various competency units he completed, the dates he was assessed as competent in each, and the issuing institution. The transcript is certified by the Singapore Workforce Development Agency and includes information about the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications System.
This document is a diploma certificate awarded to Stienberg Tan Geok Yong for successfully completing the Diploma in Film & Television (Script) program at the Singapore Media Academy Private Limited. The certificate details Tan Geok Yong's ID number, date of completion on August 22, 2016, and is signed by the Chief Executive of the academy and includes certification numbers for verification online with the Singapore Workforce Development Agency.
Irene and Kris met up for coffee to catch up and discuss their travel plans. Irene had just returned from a trip to Korea where she visited Jeju and Seoul and was able to experience Korean culture by wearing hanbok and visiting beautiful Nami Island. Kris then shared about her more budget-friendly trip to Boracay Island in the Philippines, where she challenged herself to a 15-meter cliff jump and enjoyed the clear waters and variety of water sports. They agreed to plan a future trip together before parting ways.
Stienberg Tan took a film production course where they learned about film production standards and procedures on set, the importance of technical know-how and teamwork, and how to write a script. For their class project, Tan and their classmates produced a 5-minute short film directed by their lecturer, Mr. Aaron, about two friends debating whether to explore living in Singapore or overseas. The biggest challenge was editing the film together after shooting, which required carefully selecting the right frames and camera angles. Through completing the project, Tan learned about the film production process from script to editing and believes the short film has potential to be screened at festivals or expanded into a full feature film.
This document is a Statement of Attainment awarded to Stienberg Tan Geok Yong on August 17, 2016 for successfully completing an industry approved competency in managing change. The competency, LPM-CHG-401C-0, was accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System. The training and assessment of Stienberg were verified by Ng Cher Pong, Chief Executive of the issuing agency.
The document is a script for the short film "The Clean Table". It follows Mr. William Lim, who is retiring from his job at DBS Bank and advising his son to always keep their dining table clean. Later, his son forgets this promise and leaves the table dirty. When Mr. Lim comes home, he initially threatens to punish his son but instead teaches him about the importance of honesty and second chances. The story explores family values of honesty through the relationship between father and son.
The document provides definitions and explanations of key concepts in screenwriting:
- The protagonist drives the story forward while facing opposition from the antagonist, exploring similar themes from opposing perspectives. Both characters experience transformations at major story points.
- A logline is a short summary that captures the essence and tension of the story in order to generate interest. It describes the psychological tension between main characters and setting in a compelling way.
- Rising action creates suspense and interest through a series of relevant incidents that lead to a climax, moving the plot forward after the exposition. Pacing and flow are important techniques for linking scenes and maintaining the story's energy over time.
1. The document describes a movie called Butterfly Circus set in 1930s America during the Great Depression. It follows Mr. Mendez's small circus troupe and their encounters with Will, a man without limbs working in a freak show.
2. Will decides to leave the freak show and hide on the circus trucks to escape. The circus troupe accepts him but says he must perform to stay. Will later discovers he can swim and performs a daring diving act, finding acceptance for his talents rather than his appearance.
3. The point of attack is when Will decides to escape the freak show. The conflict escalates as Will struggles to find acceptance and create his own act, culminating in his climactic swimming
This document is a Statement of Attainment awarded to STIENBERG TAN GEOK YONG (CHEN YURONG) on 14 April 2016 from the Singapore Chinese Chamber Institute of Business. It certifies that the individual has successfully attained the industry-approved competency of SVCF-CS-301C-1 ESTABLISH RELATIONSHIPS FOR CUSTOMER CONFIDENCE. The training and assessment were accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System.
This document is a Statement of Attainment awarded to Tan Geok Yong (Chen Yurong) on June 14, 2016 by the Singapore Chinese Chamber Institute of Business. It certifies that Tan Geok Yong successfully attained the competency of LPM-RLT-401C-0 CULTIVATE WORKPLACE RELATIONSHIPS, as approved by the industry and accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System.
Tan Geok Yong was awarded a Statement of Attainment from the Singapore Chinese Chamber Institute of Business for successfully completing industry-approved competencies in managing customer acquisition and retention programs. The training and assessment were accredited under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualification System, as verified by Ng Cher Pong, the Chief Executive.