Video Production Lab
This six-week graduate course is designed as an entry-level introduction to the foundational concepts and techniques in video, audio, and editing production. This class prepares students with little to no prior experience in video and audio production to readily participate in the Digital Media and Storytelling (DMST) master's program. Students with some or greater knowledge in this field will also have the opportunity to expand their prior knowledge as the course focuses on developing practical skills to effectively capture and edit video and audio elements to create compelling visual narratives. Students will be provided access to industry- standard tools while learning how to shape stories using best practices in media production.
Throughout the course, students will explore the fundamentals of video production, including camera operation, sound recording, and editing software using Adobe software. Emphasis will be placed on hands-on experience, with each student producing and editing short video projects that integrate both visual and audio storytelling techniques.
Outcomes: Demonstrate proficiency in operating digital video cameras and audio recording equipment to capture high-quality footage and sound for storytelling purposes; Apply fundamental techniques of video composition, including framing, lighting, and shot sequencing, to create visually compelling narratives; Utilize industry-standard editing software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, to edit and assemble video and audio elements into coherent short-form productions; Implement basic audio post-production techniques, including dialog editing, sound effects creation, and mixing, to enhance the overall quality of video projects; Develop and execute a complete video production workflow, from pre-production planning to final delivery, demonstrating an understanding of storytelling principles and best practices in digital media production.
Throughout the course, students will explore the fundamentals of video production, including camera operation, sound recording, and editing software using Adobe software. Emphasis will be placed on hands-on experience, with each student producing and editing short video projects that integrate both visual and audio storytelling techniques.
Outcomes: Demonstrate proficiency in operating digital video cameras and audio recording equipment to capture high-quality footage and sound for storytelling purposes; Apply fundamental techniques of video composition, including framing, lighting, and shot sequencing, to create visually compelling narratives; Utilize industry-standard editing software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, to edit and assemble video and audio elements into coherent short-form productions; Implement basic audio post-production techniques, including dialog editing, sound effects creation, and mixing, to enhance the overall quality of video projects; Develop and execute a complete video production workflow, from pre-production planning to final delivery, demonstrating an understanding of storytelling principles and best practices in digital media production.