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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisite: Open to all students; cross-listed with ENG 212) This course is designed as an introduction to Writing for Performance in which students will explore a variety of ways to creatively express themselves in dramatic form. The emphasis of this course is on both the creative craft of the writing process, culminating in written projects as well as learning the basic, traditional structure of story and character.
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3.00 Credits
(Prerequisites: DFM/MME 104 and DFM 192 with grade of C- or better or permission of instructor; lab fee charged.) Introduces the student to the aesthetic and technical aspects of narrative filmmaking, non-linear editing, and production of video involving field and studio production. Includes practical experience in operating a variety of audio and field equipment, as well as additional experience in post-production editing equipment. Offered spring semester only.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisite: DFM 188 and DFM 192; lab fee charged.) This course is a hands-on "crash course" in the design and technology of sound for film. Students will explore the basics of sound design for film: music (underscoring and incidental), sound effects (atmospheric, Foley and specific), and dialogue (on set and post-production). Students will learn to use various microphones, recording techniques, playback devices, and non-linear editing to give their stories the full weight they deserve. The course will be primarily project driven with some lecture and film analysis.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisites: DFM 187 or DFM 188 or permission of instructor. Cross-listed with ENG 230.) This course is designed as an introduction to screenwriting, focusing on the foundations of linear, visual storytelling for the screen.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) ( Prerequisites: DFM/MME 104, and DFM 192 or permission from instructor; lab fee charged.) This course explores elements that enhance storytelling, such as digital lighting, shading techniques and camera composition.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisites: ENG 212, or DFM/ENG 230 or permission of instructor. Cross-listed with ENG 250.) Screenwriting II is an intermediate-level course focusing on linear storytelling for the screen. Students will deepen their knowledge and experience of previously introduced screenwriting tools, including structure, character, conflict, action, dialogue, and visual storytelling. Adaptation and non-traditional story structures for film will be introduced.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Open to all students.) This course examines current documentary trends and the industry, and looks at the experimental "edges" documentary artists are exploring today. We will examine films with a sociocultural context, exploring not only the films themselves, but how we interpret the films and our understanding of other cultures as well as our own. Along with exploring film topics and themes, we will also examine the changing new techniques, technology, and styles in documentary filmmaking. This class is offered during the spring semester alongside the True/False Documentary Film Festival. Students will participate in the festival by volunteering, attending screenings, and/or going to film workshops.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisite: DFM 311 or DFM 315, or permission of instructor.) Students will gain hands-on experience by directing, shooting, and editing a series of exercises designed to transform scripted text into visual storytelling. Casting and working with actors in preparation and execution of scripted scenes will be the focus of the course. Offered spring semester only.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisites: DFM 192 or permission from instructor; lab fee charged.) This class will build on the skills learned in DFM220. Students will use a variety of software to build post-production skills. Students will learn to more about color correction, sound mix, and graphics, and learn new skills in compositing.
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3.00 Credits
(3 hrs.) (Prerequisite: grade of C- or better in DFM/MME 211 or permission of instructor; lab fee charged.) Continuing practical experience in documentary and news field and studio production. Focuses on the planning, pre-production, production and post-production of documentary and news programs with emphasis on the separate roles of the producer and director. Students are involved in producing programming to air on cable access. Offered spring semester only.
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