Students will work individually and in groups to write, shoot, and edit their own projects. Sample student projects during the semester include PSA’s, commercials, short films, music video and news stories. Selected videos are screened during class throughout the semester to enhance the critique process.

Course Content:

Module #1 – Introduction

Course Expectations / Filming Expectations

Video Terminology

The Video Process

Production Stages

Composition Basics

Camera and Composition / PSA

Study the effective Public Service Announcement (PSA)

First video assignment – Produce a 30-second PSA

Critique

Watch and critique movies

Write a critique on selected movies.

Make a Movie Trailer

Study the effective movie trailer

Second video assignment – Produce a 1:30-2 minute movie trailer

Viral Video

Study the effective viral video

Third video assignment – Produce a viral video

Create a YouTube channel

Short Film

Study the effective comedy and drama

Fourth video assignment – Produce a 3-4 minute short film

Music Video / Experimental Film

Study the effective music video

Fifth video assignment – Produce a music video

Film Viewing / Special Topics

Explore career/post-secondary options in video and film

Videography Applications:

Video Editing

• Adobe Premier
• Video Composition
• Adobe After Effects

Voice Editing

• Adobe Audition

Post Production Techniques

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 

Sessional: 20   

Mid exam: 30

Final exam: 50

( Practical assignments,  Videography assignments, TVCs, Short Films )

RULES AND REGULATIONS

• 75% Attendance will me must.

• Cell Phones should be silent during class.

• Students will bring their laptops in computer lab.