(1668)                     1 credit

Full Year  🎬   🌐                           Sample Syllabus                                  

This course is designed for the entry-level student who has an appreciation for film and video and would like to further explore the subject. Students will learn frame composition and essential camera techniques to produce original shorts, stop-motion, journalism, continuity, and music video projects. Digital cameras and non-linear editing software will be utilized in this course. This course will also explore the Adobe suite at an introductory level, as well as basic editing and audio creation for film. 

 (1669)                 1 credit

Full Year   🎬   🌐                                   Sample Syllabus                    

Indie filmmaking is on the rise due to the ongoing demand for new content. Throughout this course, students will learn the basics of Adobe Premiere Pro in terms of editing and crafting various forms of media, work with lighting and different cameras/camera angles, and learn copyright law and various forms of multimedia licensing. After gaining exposure to these concepts, they will be applied to 4 small projects throughout the year as well as one short film to finish off the year. 

Recommendation: Completion of Introduction to Digital Media Production with a minimum grade of B, and teacher  recommendation. 

(1671)                     1  credit

Full Year  🎬   🌐  🎓                  Sample Syllabus                                    

This course is for the advanced digital video student who is interested in pursuing this discipline at the college level or entering the professional field. Advanced camera techniques and editing techniques will be utilized and students will be working independently to develop their own unique voice and style.  Students will be expected to enter their work in local/state/national film competitions and festivals.  Students will use cinema cameras and lenses, Pro Audio equipment, and film lighting. Upon completion of the course, students will have the opportunity to take the Adobe Premiere Pro certification exam.   College credit is awarded to students by New England Institute of Technology upon successful completion of this course. 

Recommendation: Completion of Introduction to Cinematography with a minimum grade of B, and teacher recommendation. 

(1672)                 1 credit

Full Year   🎬   🌐  🎓                                                        Sample Syllabus               

This course will be dedicated to examining and reporting on various aspects of the culture of PHS including clubs, activities, sports, and any notable current events that are occurring within the PHS school community. With an emphasis on journalistic techniques, students will learn to write, produce, direct, and edit as well as perform in front of the camera as talent for a regular broadcasting episode both through video and “audio/radio”. In addition to news broadcasts, students will create commercial content, and other creative short programming. This dynamic class is high-energy and requires hands-on participation, requiring additional lab time and a significant after-school commitment. 

Recommendation:  Completion of Introduction to Digital Media OR Introduction to Cinematography with a minimum grade of B, and teacher recommendation.