PH 2150 - Cinematography I

Credits: 3

This sophomore-level course introduces students to the historical and theoretical concepts of film and motion. Included is instruction in camera techniques, storytelling, editing, and sound within documentary and short non-fiction formats. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a baseline understanding of video processes including; production, creating and working with storyboards, script interpretation, and post-production editing software illustrated by the completion of a video narrative project.

Prerequisites: PH 2100 - Digital Post Production

Notes: (Formerly CP 2511 - Cinematography I)

Course Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate baseline skills in the technical components of video technology, including editing, audio capture, lighting.
Demonstrate cinematic processes through video narratives.
Apply evaluation methods as they pertain to video work.
Research historical and theoretical reference points in film and video.

PH 2150 Course Learning Outcome Rubric

Required Course Materials:

Entry-level DSLR or Mirrorless Camera with appropriate memory cards and batteries
Tripod
External Microphone (optional)
Portable hard drive
Editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve or other program)