DMA 3420 - Narrative Video

Goals: To develop the rudimentary skills of visual storytelling through video. including technical facility in methods of HD video production, design and execution of narrative concept, critical analysis of the short form video.

Content: Students study the foundations of visual storytelling by analyzing a wide variety of short films, by tackling creative problems in production exercises, and by developing their own short projects. Students study all aspects of production from concept to screen, including idea generation, writing, pre-production planning, lighting, shooting, editing, and sound mixing, with special emphasis on innovative approaches to narrative form.

Taught: Alternate spring semesters

Prerequisites: DMA 1420 or approval of instructor based on portfolio review. DMA 1480 is strongly recommended.

Credits: 4