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3.00 Credits
This intermediate, second-semester course continues the exploration of the technical practices of visual communications and how these practices are applied in various visual communications professions. Course activities focus on using industry standard software to develop media reflecting professional identity and brand. Further examination of the various career paths within the industry will also be covered. This Visual Communications Careers core class is intended for students pursuing an award in Photographic Careers. Other Century College students with the right prerequisites wishing to explore the area are welcome as well. Note: This course is cross-listed with 3DMA 1019, GRDP 1019, NVP 1019 and WEBD 1019. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1012 Recommendation(s): Concurrently enrolled in PHOT 1015
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3.00 Credits
This course provides opportunities to explore fundamental photography techniques and careers in event, location, and product photography. Topics include digital creation and manipulation of images using various techniques. Students are required to furnish a DSLR or mirrorless camera and memory cards.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces industry-standard practices for the editing and printing of digital photographs. Topics include digital workflow, foundational editing techniques, photo- realistic editing, and photographic paper characteristics. Students are required to furnish their own DSLR or mirrorless digital camera. Recommendation(s): PHOT 1018
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces techniques for planning and executing a photo shoot, with a specific focus on lighting. Topics include qualities and impacts of light; flash vs natural light; lighting for portraits and products; and the use of cameras, light meters, and other equipment. Students are required to furnish a DSLR or mirrorless digital camera. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1071 with a grade of "C" or higher
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3.00 Credits
This course builds upon the introductory skills of PHOT 1076 Photography Lighting 1. Course topics include posing, studio lighting techniques, advanced lighting modifiers, and sculpting light. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1076 with a grade of "C" or higher.
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
This course provides the opportunity for students to enhance their learning experience or explore a specialty area through independent study. Projects will be developed cooperatively between the student and the instructor in order to help the student pursue specific areas of interest related to Photographic Careers. Prerequisite(s): Instructor and Dean Consent
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3.00 Credits
This course builds upon the intermediate skills in PHOT 1078, Photography Lighting 2. Topics include location lighting using speedlights and strobes, creative use of gels, neutral density filters with strobes, video capture with DSLR or Mirrorless cameras, videography techniques, including audio recording and video editing. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1078 with a grade of "C" or higher.
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3.00 Credits
This course covers advanced editing techniques within Adobe Creative Cloud and various industry-standard applications. Topics include photography storage and backup, efficient digital workflow, photo retouching, saving for print and web, advanced photoshop effects, and creating custom layouts for print and web. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1018 and PHOT 1071 with grades of "C" or higher.
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3.00 Credits
For successful photographers, business skills are just as important as creative skills. This course covers essential business and marketing topics that professional photographers need to know in order to be successful. Topics include business formation in Minnesota, developing contracts, managing clientele, analyzing business feasibility, pricing, selling, and marketing a photography business. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1073 with a grade of "C" or higher. Recommendation(s): ENGL 1020 or ENGL 1021
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3.00 Credits
This course covers essential presentation methods used in the professional photography industry. This project-oriented course includes photography-based product designs, web presentation, online client proofing, in-person sales techniques, and branding. Prerequisite(s): PHOT 1078 and PHOT 2073 with grades of "C" or higher.
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