FILM 4750 - Directing

Institution:

Utah Tech University

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Description:

Directing examines the roles and responsibilities of professional narrative film directors. This course focuses on the process of translating the written word into image and action, working collaboratively with actors to hone performances. Students also learn industry standards for communicating on a film set, how to lead and utilize various departments on a film set, the basics of camera-actor blocking, how to organize a production, and how to establish their preferred set culture. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Examine the role of the director in film and television production, including the relationships between the director and other department heads. 2. Assemble a production team and perform the role of the director on set. 3. Manage and direct actors in auditions, rehearsals, and on the set. 4. Defend a narrative blueprint and aesthetic vision for one or more films. 5. Evaluate and offer critique of other students' work. SP

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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