Course Syllabus
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Instructor Contact
NAME: Tracie Savage
PHONE: 818-581-5432
EMAIL: savagetl@piercecollege.edu
PROF BIO WEBPAGE: traciesavage.tv
CONTACT ME: By text, email or through Canvas. I generally reply to texts immediately. I will reply to emails within 24-hours.
VIRTUAL OFFICE HOUR: Mon @ 10am. Schedule an appointment to meet on ZOOM.
CAMPUS OFFICE: Village 8213
Course Description
Comprehensive overview of all aspects of digital video production from concept to script to finished project, centering on basic theory and its application via exams, demonstrations, and hands-on projects using digital media.
Goals and Learning Objectives
Required Course Materials
TEXT: NONE REQUIRED
EDITING SOFTWARE: You must purchase a subscription to Adobe - Premiere Pro. There are detailed instructions in the INTRODUCTION MODULE
-A YouTube or Vimeo account
TWITTER: Follow Pierce Media Arts Dept. @PierceMediaArts
Grading Policy
METHODS OF PRESENTATION & EVALUATION:
• Lecture
• Class discussions
• Asking and answering questions (Socratic method)
• Interactive peer-to-peer activities
• Projects and group work
• Student presentations:
POINT SYSTEM
• Project #1 Stop-Motion (10%)
• Project #2 Commercial/PSA (10%)
• Project #3 Scene Study (10%)
• Project #4 Documentary (20%)
• Project #5 Final Video Project (10%)
• 6 Quizzes (10%)
• Final Exam (5%)
• 6 Shooting & Editing exercises (20%)
• New Media Presentation (5%)
TOTAL = 500 points
GRADING SCALE
A= 90% - 100% B= 80% – 89.9% C= 70% – 79.9% D= 60% – 69.9% F= Below 59.9%
College & Instructor Policies
-I DO ACCEPT LATE ASSIGNMENTS, however in fairness to your classmates who submitted their work on-time, I will deduct points when you submit late work.
-10% if submitted after the deadline but within the first week.
I will deduct an additional 10% for each additional week late after the first week.
Example:
3 weeks late = -30%
4 weeks late = -40%
5 weeks late = -50%
I will not accept work after it is more than 5 weeks late.
-NO MAKE-UP EXAMS WILL BE ALLOWED.
-YOU WILL BE EXCLUDED FROM THE COURSE if you miss the equivalent of one week of course meetings prior to the Census Date (TBD), (This is state law). After the Census Date, you may be dropped due to lack of participation, attendance and/or progress.”
-YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR DROPPING THE COURSE. Be aware that post-census non-attendance does not automatically drop you from a course. Also be advised about the “three strikes” rules. A student who either withdraws after census, or receives unsatisfactory grades, cannot attempt a course more than three times.
-ACADEMIC HONESTY IS REQUIRED. Cheating and/or Plagiarism in any form or manner will be subject to disciplinary action.
Essential Student Services
Details listed in "Student Support" Module
Course Content
WATCH | QUIZ/EXAM | SUBMIT | EXERCISES | ZOOM | |
CLASS 1 | Lecture Video - "Course Review" |
Project 1 -Questionnaire Equipement Form Course Materials |
Friday @ 10am | ||
CLASS 2 |
Lecture Video - "Basics of Storytelling" QUIZ 1 Review |
QUIZ 1 - How a camera works |
Prod. Files
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Friday @ 10am | |
CLASS 3 |
Lecture Video - "Cinematography" "Intro to Digital Cameras" |
Project 1 | Friday @ 10am | ||
CLASS 4 |
Lecture Video - "Fair Use/Editing Instructions" QUIZ 2 Review |
QUIZ 2 - Composition | Editing Skills | Friday @ 10am | |
CLASS 5 |
Lecture Video - "Basics of Cinematography" "Premiere Pro" QUIZ 3 Review |
QUIZ 3 - Sequencing |
Project 2 Questionnaire New Media Project |
Camera Skills/Sequencing | Friday @ 10am |
CLASS 6 | Lecture Video - "Preparing for Production" | Project 2 |
Friday @ 10am New Media Presentations |
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CLASS 7 | Lecture Video - "Mics & Capturing Sound" | Project 3 -Questionnaire | Creating Graphics/Titles |
Friday @ 10am New Media Presentations |
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SPRING BREAK | 4/2/20 to 4/11/20 |
No class next two Fridays |
SPRING BREAK | 4/2/20 to 4/11/20 |
No class next two Fridays |
CLASS 8 |
Lecture Video - "Music/Editing Style Tips"
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Project 3 | Motion to Stills |
Friday @ 10am New Media Presentations |
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CLASS 9 |
Lecture Video - "Screenplays" QUIZ 4 Review |
QUIZ 4 - "Screen Direction" |
Friday @ 10am New Media Presentations |
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CLASS10 |
Lecture Video - "Documentaries & Pitching" QUIZ 5 Review |
QUIZ 5 - "Camera Moves" | Project 4 - Questionnaire | Greenscreen |
Friday @ 10am New Media Presentations |
CLASS 11 | Lecture Video - "Interviews" | Audio L/J Cut |
Friday @ 10am New Media Presentations |
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CLASS 12 |
Lecture Video - "Genres" QUIZ 6 Review |
QUIZ 6 - "Montages/Lighting" | Project 4 | Cutting on the Action |
Friday @ 10am New Media Presentations |
CLASS 13 | Lecture Video - "Career Prep" |
Friday @ 10am New Media Presentations |
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CLASS 14/15 | Lecture Video | FINAL EXAM | Project 5 | Friday @ 10am New Media Presentations | |
Finals Week | Friday @ 10am |
Course Summary:
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