An overview of the media production process, including an introduction to camera operation, lighting and sound equipment, general set protocols, post-production software, and workflow, as well as particular aesthetic considerations within the cinema production.
Provides students opportunities to apply the principles developed in Art of Storytelling to specific cinematic projects.
This course is programmed each semester to expose students to a broad range of cinematic styles and approaches. Classes focus on a variety of subjects (e.g., a European Film Survey, the complete works of Frank Capra, or a season of Emmy-award-winning television). This course may be repeated for credit.
Topics are selected on basis of student need and academic qualifications of staff. If regular lectures are not given, a minimum of 30 hours of work for each hour credit must be included. This course may be repeated for credit.
A comprehensive survey of the history of cinema. Beginning with the early, silent film pioneers and exploring a wide-range of international and American filmmakers, this course walks students through the complex and multi-faceted evolution of the film medium and its universal visual grammar.
An introduction to the distinct aesthetic elements of the cinematic medium, with an emphasis on historical foundations and practical opportunities for application in cinematic production.
A comprehensive overview of the media production process, including an introduction to camera operation, lighting and sound equipment, general set protocols, post-production software, and workflow.
Students collaborate on the development and pre-production of a media project, learning key principles in screenwriting, directing, and producing.
Students collaborate on the production of a media project, learning key principles in cinematography, production design, and set operations.
Students collaborate on the post-production of a media project, learning key principles in editing, sound design, and visual effects.
An introduction to the art, technique, and structure of screenplay writing. Through exercises, students will develop their writing abilities and craft their first screenplay.
An introduction to the art and technique of directing. Through exercises, students will develop their directing abilities and craft cinematic scenes.
Students are taught the elements of acting and directing actors. Key theories and approaches are explored, including method acting and improvisation.
An introduction to the art and technique of cinematography. Through exercises, students will develop an understanding of the camera and lighting while crafting cinematic shots.
Programmed with specific topics each semester, this practicum provides students the opportunity to hone their craft through specific projects or apprenticeships overseen by a faculty member. If regular lectures are not given, a minimum of 30 hours of work for each hour credit must be included. This course may be repeated for credit.
Students prepare a portfolio representing their best work in order to receive faculty feedback and direction for the next stage of their academic studies.
Working with a faculty member, students prepare a resume and portfolio in order to secure a professional internship. CINE 4194 is the prerequisite to CINE 4195/4295/4395 – Internship.
Credit is awarded for approved professional internships, secured as part of CINE 4194 Junior Portfolio. A minimum of 30 hours of work for each hour credit must be included. This course may be repeated for credit.
Working with a faculty member, students complete a professional resume and portfolio featuring their best coursework and personal projects (in preparation for interviews, etc.)
This advanced course builds upon the groundwork established in CINE 3351 – Cinema Pre-Production, providing students opportunities to take lead roles on a media project, practicing key principles in screenwriting, directing, and producing. This course may be repeated for credit.
This advanced course builds upon the groundwork established in CINE 3352 – Cinema Production, providing students opportunities to take lead roles on a media project, practicing key principles in directing, producing, cinematography, production design, and set operations. This course may be repeated for credit.
This advanced course builds upon the groundwork established in CINE 3353 – Cinema Post-Production, providing students opportunities to take lead roles on a media project, practicing key principles in editing, sound design, and visual effects. This course may be repeated for credit.
This advanced course builds upon the groundwork established in CINE 3361 – Screenwriting Workshop, providing students opportunities to craft longer and more complex screenplays with additional faculty and peer feedback. This course may be repeated for credit.
This advanced course builds upon the groundwork established in CINE 3363 Directing Workshop, providing students opportunities to craft more complex scenes with additional faculty and peer feedback. This course may be repeated for credit.
This advanced course builds upon the groundwork established in CINE 3365 – Acting Workshop, providing students opportunities to practice acting with additional faculty and peer feedback. This course may be repeated for credit.
This advanced course builds upon the groundwork established in CINE 3367 Cinematography Workshop, providing students opportunities to craft more complex shots with additional faculty and peer feedback. This course may be repeated for credit.
Credit is awarded for approved professional internships. A minimum of 30 hours of work for each hour credit must be included. This course may be repeated for credit.
This course explores the role of the Christian artist in culture. Students will study how great Christian thinkers have thought about culture and art throughout church history and be challenged to understand their vocation as artists and media creators from a biblical perspective. Students will also develop an understanding of how to live out their faith through their work as they seek to affect the culture around them. This course may be repeated for credit.
These courses examine cinematic techniques for filmmakers through the lens of other cinematic artists. This course is programmed each semester to expose students to a broad range of cinematic styles and approaches. This course may be repeated for credit.
An overview and survey of the cinematic medium and its various forms, with an emphasis on historical foundations and developing opportunities. Includes an in-depth look at the fundamental components of the medium—writing, directing, acting, cinematography, and editing—and synthesizes these various roles so that students can experience how these components work together to create the end product. Building off of small exercises, students will produce short films in this course.
An overview and survey of storytelling across multiple mediums, from ancient oral tradition to modern media. This class will explore the role storytelling plays in culture and help prepare students in the development, presentation, and pitching of stories.
An overview of the business and legal elements that will affect students’ work, whether as independent filmmakers or in industry careers. This class also examines the changing dynamics in the digital economy and trains students in the art of pitching and presentation.
A writing workshop in which students will create and revise original screenplays. Over the course of the semester students will learn to critically assess their own work as well as the work of their peers. CINE 6331 is an introduction to the screenwriting workshop.
A writing workshop in which students will create and revise original screenplays. Over the course of the semester students will learn to critically assess their own work as well as the work of their peers. CINE 6332 builds upon the experience and skills acquired in CINE 6331.
A writing workshop in which students will create and revise original screenplays. Over the course of the semester students will learn to critically assess their own work as well as the work of their peers. CINE 6333 builds upon the experience and skills acquired in CINE 6331 and 6332.
A writing workshop in which students will create and revise original screenplays. Over the course of the semester students will learn to critically assess their own work as well as the work of their peers. CINE 6334 builds upon the experience and skills acquired in CINE 6331, 6332, and 6333.
A workshop in which students will practice the skills relating to cinema directing. Over the course of the semester students will learn to critically assess their own work as well as the work of their peers. CINE 6341 is an introduction to the directing workshop. This course may be repeated for credit.
A workshop in which students will practice the skills relating to media production. Over the course of the semester students will learn to critically assess their own work as well as the work of their peers. CINE 6351 is an introduction to the production workshop. This course may be repeated for credit.
A workshop in which students will practice the skills relating to media post-production. Over the course of the semester students will learn to critically assess their own work as well as the work of their peers. CINE 6361 is an introduction to the post-production workshop. This course may be repeated for credit.
Special topics and projects are determined based on student interest and need, faculty availability, and subject matter that would be supportive of the curriculum. This course may be repeated for credit.
Under the direction of a faculty mentor, students will write or produce a faculty-approved cinematic thesis.
