Film and Video Production

This course introduces image formation, exposure, film and video camera and lens operation, location lighting equipment, and location sound recording equipment operation. The principles of electrical safety with lighting equipment are also examined.

Learners then work in teams to practice visual and sound narrative techniques by producing short film and video projects — using cameras, lighting, sound equipment and related production techniques and processes.

This course introduces the creative and technical side of picture and sound editing. Students are introduced to the core terminology and basic skills required for non-linear digital editing, including media management workflows, using media from the Film Production course. Basic image manipulation, text creation and compositing techniques will be explored. Technical aspects of the audio signal and its relationship to other production elements will be examined.

This hands-on course introduces specific instruction for learners in the Film and Video Production program relevant to developing their organizational, creative, and technical skills. It supports learners in completing production projects by providing instruction, demonstrations and problem-solving exercises.

This course provides the essential tools to envision, plan and write effective concepts and scripts for Film and Video. You will study what makes a screenplay unique from other forms of writing by its formats and software. You will investigate ways to develop story ideas, concepts and the elements of writing concepts, treatments and pitches. You will develop a process to write vetted, proofed and edited master scene scripts by applying the techniques of re-writing, editing and polishing.

This course examines the nature of film and video production work, including the industry's origins, structure, job descriptions, and set etiquette traditions. Learners develop an appreciation for the fundamentals of the pre-production, production, and post-production phases of film and video projects.

This course explores the principles and procedures of cinematography, lighting, three-phase electricity, grip, and sound and their use in production in more detail. Learners will develop proficiency with related production equipment and support accessories.

Working in teams, learners will participate in producing short films and video projects on location, practicing production roles and specific tasks related to those roles. They will apply their knowledge of principles and procedures using related production equipment, all while practicing teamwork and professionalism.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 200

This course introduces learners to an intermediate level of industry-based editing concepts, procedures and aesthetics. It is a continuation of FVP Post-Production I. Learners will develop the intermediate skills required for non-linear digital editing, including media management, using audio and video media from the Film Production II course. Compositing techniques utilizing various applications of image and text manipulation will also be explored.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 202

The focus of this course is Composition. The learner will investigate the finer points of story design, such as movement, point of view, continuity and contrast. Learners can compose concepts and scripts for various subjects such as documentaries, advertising, corporate videos, music videos and longer-form drama. The learner will investigate the classic struggle between hero and villain and develop a method for critiquing and analyzing films and screenplays as they relate to the story. This course also introduces the learner to the business side of screenwriting, such as writing for production, pitching, marketing and collaborating.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 204

This course introduces learners to creating content for film and video projects from a Directors perspective. Learners examine various techniques and processes a director or content creator uses when planning and realizing a digital video or film project.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 203

This course examines the motion picture industry. It introduces learners to the business culture, from negotiating script rights and financing to production, editing and distribution.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 208

In this course, learners work as members of a production crew. They will perform the job and role functions of a crew while producing short film and video projects on location.

Learners are introduced to advanced-level creative and technical principles, procedures, techniques and skills. They will examine advanced technical concepts related to pre-production, production and post-production workflow and technologies.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 250

Continue building post-production skills for industrial, commercial and conceptual use. Learners can apply their skills to real-world cinematic challenges while learning styles, techniques, syntax and approaches for effective storytelling.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 252

This course examines advanced techniques used by directors of film and video projects to develop and create both fictional and non-fictional content. It will provide practical study combined with project development designed to prepare learners interested in developing their skills as directors and content creators.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 256

This course further advances your screenwriting and pitching skillset. Original creative works will be developed into outlines, treatments, first drafts, and production-ready drafts. You will develop scripts from adapted sources and story edit previously existing work.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 254

This course examines the process of packaging and monetizing motion picture intellectual properties (IP) for new digital distribution. It introduces learners to the various distribution venues and platforms now available to content creators and how to build distribution multi-platform strategies for their IP.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 258

Perform the various jobs within a film crew to plan and produce short film and video projects on location, using advanced-level creative and technical principles, procedures, techniques and skills.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 300
• FVDO 302
• FVDO 303

Integrate skills acquired over the preceding three semesters to direct and create content for films and videos. Practice directing skills throughout the stages of a project: development, pre-production, production and post-production.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 303

Corequsites:

• FVDO 350
• FVDO 357
• PROJ 309
• SCPT 351

This course will bring together skills learned over the preceding two semesters. It will provide practical study combined with project development designed to prepare learners interested in developing an IP (a project) for delivery over the growing number of delivery systems, including broadcast, online and mobile. This course prepares entrepreneurial individuals for careers as or with producers in independent Transmedia and multiplatform production. It will direct new producers through the paperwork and packaging surrounding a creative project, including transmedia planning, the multiplatform IP extension, funding, budgeting, staffing and roll-out schedule.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 308

This course allows emerging and existing leaders to explore the concept of leadership and develop and improve their leadership skills. The participant gains an understanding of leadership, articulates a personal philosophy of leadership, and applies various leadership skills. Involvement is accomplished through assigned readings, discussion, role-playing, experiential activity, use of multimedia, journal writing, extracurricular projects and leader shadowing.

In this capstone course, you will investigate issues across many different subject areas or domains of knowledge, connect with community issues or problems, and create a solution. Your project should demonstrate the technical and professional skills learned in the program and beyond. You must apply your creativity and problem-solving abilities to a real-world context.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 300
• FVDO 302
• FVDO 303
• FVDO 304
• FVDO 308

This course delves into advanced-level screenwriting exercises and assignments designed to sharpen overall storytelling craft. You will develop a feature-length screenplay project throughout the semester, learn intermediate-level story editing techniques, pitch a short documentary project, and discover writing for film is similar to and different from writing for television and web series.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 304

This cooperative work term course provides the opportunity to apply your classroom learning in a practical workplace setting and gain valuable industry experience.

Pre-requisites:

• FVDO 250
• FVDO 252
• FVDO 254
• FVDO 256
• FVDO 258