Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None
Length: One trimester/one-half credit (may not be repeated for credit)
Take video production to the next level using advanced computer-aided editing and mixing equipment. Learn special effects, video animation and professional production skills while pushing the bounds of imagination and creative storytelling. Explore media career options and produce high-quality work that stands out in video competitions.
Course qualifies for Fine Arts and Career & Tech Credit.
Chromebook (provided by the school)
Macbook (provided by the school)
Headphones (provided by the school)
Camera equipment (provided by the school)
Industry publications
Other texts and websites applicable to the field
At the end of this course, students will be able to do everything from operate camera basics to multi light chromakey setups, from simple audio recordings to full studio foley productions, and to operate a majority of cinema level film equipment with confidence.
UNIT FA - CLASSROOM INTRO
FA1 - Course Introduction
FA2 - Classroom Introduction
FA4 - Classroom Computers
FA4b - Classroom Computer Worksheet
UNIT FB - WORKFLOW
UNIT FC - PRE PRODUCTION
UNIT FD - CAMERA OPERATION
FD1 - Camera Basics
FD1b - Camera Safety Test
FD2 - ISO Sensitivity Basics
FD3 - Aperture Basics
FD4 - Shallow Depth of Field
FD5 - White Balance
FD6 - Shot Types
FD7 - Good Vs Bad
FD8a - Camera Movements
FD8b - Camera Movements Quiz
FD9a - B-Roll Introduction
FD9b - B-Roll Montage
FD9c - Slow-Mo B-Roll Montage
UNIT FE - POST PRODUCTION
FE1a - What is Film Editing
FE1b - Film Editing Quiz
FE2 - Editing Workflow
Mockumentary Activity
UNIT FF - LIGHTING
Lighting 101 Introduction
Lighting Group Activity
Chromakey Activity
UNIT FH - LEGAL
FH1 - Brief History
FH2a - Copyright Activity
FH2b - Copyright Quiz
FH3 - Ethics
FH4 - Careers