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  • CINE 412: The Professional Writer's Life

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    This course provides an overview of professional writing forms including writing for film, television, interactive media,and more. Students will engage with professional writers in various media to gain a comprehension of the professional writer's life, while exploring their motivations in choosing to pursue the life of a writer.Prerequisite: CINE 405. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Compose a professional resume and writing portfolio. (2) Understand how the entertainment industry operates and functions. 3) Construct and develop plans for entry into the entertainment industry, and for an overall career. 4) Develop an identity, voice, and brand as a writer. 5) Prepare and practice the art of pitching a story. 6) Develop collaborative skills germane to professional media writing. 7) Research and identify areas of potential employment in all forms of media. 8) Understand financial matters, managing personal finances, how to create a corporation and prepare and file taxes. 9) Develop methods for obtaining representation. Listed Topics 1) The Professional Resume and Portfolio. 2) Job Search Strategies 3) The Landscape of Professional Media Writing. 4) Gaining Entry and Planning a long-standing career. 5) Interviewing and Pitching Story Ideas. 6) Business and Personal Finances. 7) Transitioning in a Professional Career.
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  • CINE 415: Advanced Producing

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    This course is meant to serve as a workshop for the development and pre-production of a film project from a producer's perspective. It will cover the essential considerations involved with the evolution of a project from story concept through marketing of the product. The course will also expose students to the business and legal considerations of producing motion pictures and other visual media. Prerequisite: CINE 315. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Develop a marketing plan and pitch for a motion picture property (2) Create a production schedule for a one-hour television episode using Movie Magic software (3) Analyze financial performance of a motion picture to guide motion picture development, marketing, production and distribution decisions. (4) Create a comprehensive business plan for the production of a motion picture. (5) Research network and digital distribution business models. (6) Outline legal concerns regarding the licensing and use of copyrighted and non-copyrighted material.
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  • CINE 416: Rewriting the Script

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    It is often said that writing is really all about rewriting. Among the many necessary skills that a screenwriter must master in order to become a seasoned professional is the ability to rewrite, revise, and polish their own work, as well as rewriting the work of others. This course will enable students to dig deeper, to hone and improve the work that they have produced in other classes. The goal of this class is for each student to produce a well-polished, market-ready feature length script. Prerequisites: CINE 405. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Objectively and critically analyze his work. (2) Identify and correct structural pitfalls. (3) Recognize how to enhance, layer, and clarify character. (4) Discover how to find the theme in every scene. (5) Recognize and eliminate all forms of repetition. (6) Learn to rewrite while you write. (7) Identify and eliminate extraneous action and dialogue. (8) Recognize the importance and implementation of thorough proof reading.
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  • CINE 420: Advanced Editing

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    This course is designed to link conceptual and technical skills gained in previous courses with projects that emulate experiences found in the "real world," while also increasing knowledge of different styles of editing outside of the traditional narrative realm. Additionally, student will learn the basic terminology and skills necessary to become a professional assistant editor. Prerequisite: CINE 320. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Implement advanced editing techniques and distinctive styles for various projects while maintaining a strong narrative. (2) Demonstrate the ability to carry out the major responsibilities of an assistant editor. (3) Employ a successful post-production workflow within multiple software platforms. (4) Illustrate the functionality common in a professional post-production house such as offline/online workflow, media organization, and encoding/compression techniques.
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  • CINE 425: Advanced Visual Effects

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    In this course, students will learn advanced 3D visual effects and motion graphic techinques, including advanced compositing techinques, rotoscoping, advanced motion tracking, matte painting, and digital set extensions.Prerequisite: CINE 325. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: 1) Explain the role of a Visual Effects Supervisor. 2) Develop a visual effects pipeline for integration into a live action film. 3) Composite live action and computer visual effects in a convincing manner. 4) Create dynamics such as gravity and turbulence within a project. 5) Pull mattes using various images processing techniques including chroma-keying. Listed Topics 1)Chroma-key lighting and pulling successful keys. 2) Advanced matting and masking techniques. 3) Set extensions and matte painting methods. 4)Advanced Motion tracking techniques. 5)Roto-painting techniques and compositing. 6) 3D Particle Systems.
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  • CINE 430: Advanced Sound

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    This course focuses on advanced aesthetic approaches to sound design in effectively communicating narrative, using the methods and protocols of a professional post-production sound environment. Students learn the skills and techniques required to complete a 5.1 film sound design and mix. It also introduces students to emerging immersive sound formats and the acquisition and use the techniques of these formats. Prerequisite: CINE 330. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Explain the protocols and methods of a professional post-production sound workflow. (2) Employ advanced sound design techniques appropriate to the aesthetic requirements of a work. (3) Understand film sound mixing/automation techniques. (4) Understand multi-channel sound acquisition techniques. (5) Design and build multi-layered sound tracks for a 5.1 mix. (6) Complete a 5.1 re-recording mix. (7) Understand emerging multi-channel sound formats and their application in immersive media formats such as virtual reality.
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  • CINE 440: Advanced Cinematography

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Advanced lighting, filtration, and camera techniques will be studied along with post-production processes, including digital color timing. Current best practices of the camera crew in narrative filmmaking will be examined. Cinematography majors will have the opportunity to focus their studies on issues specific to their thesis project. Prerequisite: CINE 340. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Articulate, demonstrate and contribute in a collaborative artistic environment. (2) Develop and exhibit refined lighting and cinematography skills through course work. (3) Examine and analyze the characteristics of effective cinematography in professional examples and apply those criteria to the analysis of their own work. (4) Prepare along with a Director to film on stage and location as DP/Camera Operator working in tandem with a gaffer.
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  • CINE 445: Documentary Production Workshop

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    Students will work in groups to produce a short form documentary. Genres and styles of non-fiction cinema will be analyzed and discussed. Prerequisite: CINE 345. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, a student will be able to: (1) Articulate, demonstrate and contribute in a collaborative artistic environment (2) Develop and exhibit skills involved in documentary filmmaking through course work (3) Examine and analyze the characteristics of effective documentary (non-fiction) film in professional examples and apply those criteria to the analysis of their own work (4) Handle time management tasks while balancing creative considerations and the overall concept of a story (5) Adapt to shooting conditions that are outside of the control associated with narrative film production
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  • CINE 451: Production IV- Part I

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    CINE 451 is the first in a two-semester course sequence, along with CINE 452, for BFA Cinema Production students completing the thesis requirement over two semesters. Production 4 bridges the gap between school and the working world; students take the experience and knowledge gained as a Cinema Production student and apply it to a project of their choice and their professional portfolio.Students will choose their project for this course with department approval. All projects require a minimum of two students registered for the course, participating in key positions for course credit.The schedule and production of the project is up to the student, but must be completed within the deadlines established and agreed to with the instructor(s) at the onset of the course.Stduents are in charge of and responsible for their work in this cours, including their collaboration with other production members to complete the work. All students must plan and prepare to be active participants in their chosen project. Prerequisite: CINE 350 and one of the following: CINE 410, 415, 420, 430, or 440. Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of the course, a student will be able to: (1) Research, identify and analyze the characteristics of effective (choice of concentration) as they apply to student's work in the thesis class, as well as career interests. (2) Employ written communication skills in order to create a cover letter and resume. (3) Produce a professional-level creative demo reel and web presence that demonstrates the foundational skills and craft of working professional in Cinema Production. (4) Articulate, demonstrate and contribute in a collaborative artistic environment. (5) Improve upon pre-production practices to effectively prepare for thesis film production.
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  • CINE 452: Production IV-Part II

    3.00 Credits
    Point Park University

    CINE 452 is the second in a two-semester course sequence, along with CINE 451, for BFA Cinema Production students completing the thesis requirement over two semesters. Production 4 bridges the gap between school and the working world; students take the experience and knowledge gained as a Cinema Production student and apply it to a project of their choice and their professional portfolio.Students will choose their project for this course with department approval. All projects require a minimum of two students registered for the course, participating in key positions for course credit.The schedule and production of the project is up to the student, but must be completed within the deadlines established and agreed to with the instructor(s) at the onset of the course.Stduents are in charge of and responsible for their work in this cours, including their collaboration with other production members to complete the work. All students must plan and prepare to be active participants in their chosen project. Prerequisite: BFA Student and CINE 451. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, a student will be able to: (1) Articulate, demonstrate and contribute in a collaborative artistic environment (2) Produce a highly polished and professional piece for their reel or portfolio (3) Demonstrate technical expertise and aesthetic sensibilities in the technical aspects of their project (4) Produce professional-level web presence and marketing materials for the promotion, exhibition, and distribution of their thesis project
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