Video Production

The Department of Video Production covers video and sound-related topics from production to editing and post production. Video production features creative, documentary, and reporting formats.

3 semester credits. Through this advanced course, students apply previously acquired skills to the final editing of a video. Video effects, audio, and digital effects and their aesthetic and technical considerations are put into practice throughout the completion of the video project. The course objective is to connect the different production stages in order provide students with a comprehensive experience of the expressive power of the medium. Students will use advanced video software in order to be familiarized with industry trends and practices, and use DSLR cameras to shoot HD video. This class includes experiential learning with CEMI. Prerequisites: Introduction to Creative Videomaking or equivalent.

3 semester credits. This introductory course provides students with a foundational knowledge of creative video production and its technical aspects. Students will learn basic video shooting and editing techniques. As a part of the coursework, students will work in groups on video projects in order to experience the various phases of video production from scripting to editing and final output. This class includes experiential learning with CEMI. Prerequisites: A basic knowledge of Adobe Premiere is highly recommended.

6 semester credits. This introductory course provides students with a foundational knowledge of creative video production and its technical aspects. Students will learn basic video shooting and editing techniques. As a part of the coursework, students will work in groups on video projects in order to experience the various phases of video production from scripting to editing and final output. This course includes experiential learning hours with our Community Engagement Member Institutions (CEMI). CEMI are dynamic learning environments created to foster learning through a structured interaction with the community. In addition to regular lecture hours, students will be involved in learning by doing through real projects and integration with the local population and territory in order to remove cultural and learning barriers as well as to develop a strong likelihood for success in life. The experiential learning hours are fully supervised by instructors who track students step by step during their learning experience, monitor and advise according to student needs, and support student initiative. This unique learning model allows students to benefit from an all-encompassing educational experience based on theory and practice in real enterprises, learning of comprehensive operational processes, problem-solving, leadership, and management. Prerequisites: A basic knowledge of Adobe Premiere is highly recommended.

3 semester credits. In this course students learn the art and craft of editing videos. The course explores narration strategies, editing techniques, and production approaches that can be applied in a range of non-linear editing programs. The main focus is not just on developing software skills but on exploring the magic behind video modification. This class includes experiential learning with CEMI. Prerequisite: Introduction to Creative Videomaking.

3 semester credits. This course focuses on the skills and techniques related to digital video and sound production. Students learn the basics of multi-camera live shooting as well as proper practices for directing both live webcasts and on-demand video productions. An emphasis on editing video shooting for on-demand viewing and for DVD authoring will be included. Students will be introduced high-tech video and sound editing software for practical exercises in class.

3 semester credits. This special project course is ideal for highly motivated students who are interested in creative video production. Involvement includes maintaining equipment, video shooting and editing, scouting locations, assisting the video director for logistics and production purposes, and sound editing. EL hours may be distributed from Monday through Friday. This placement may require PM shifts or shifts that take place on weekends or ongoing research-based and production/editing activities for remote placements.
 This special project course features experiential learning hours with our Community Engagement Member Institutions (CEMI). CEMI are dynamic learning environments created to foster learning through a structured interaction with the community. Remote option students will gain international community exposure through a virtual setting.
Students will be involved in learning by doing through real projects and integration with the local population and territory in order to remove cultural and learning barriers as well as to develop a strong likelihood for success in life.
The experiential learning hours are fully supervised by instructors who track students step by step during their learning experience, monitor and advise according to student needs, and support student initiative. This unique learning model allows students to benefit from an all-encompassing educational experience based on theory and practice in real enterprises, learning of comprehensive operational processes, problem-solving, leadership, and management. 
Main tasks: Visual concept research, location scouting research, video production, post-production, final portfolio. Additional materials/Dress code: Business casual attire for dress code, not applicable to remote option. A DSLR camera with a video function and a lens with a focal length of 55mm or wider is required for this course. Remote option students will need their own access to Adobe software. 
 Prerequisites: Cover letter, CV, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview. Portfolio of previous work, video shooting skills, editing software experience.

3 semester credits. This internship course is ideal for highly motivated students who are interested in creative video production. Involvement includes maintaining equipment, video shooting and editing, scouting locations, assisting the video director for logistics and production purposes, and sound editing. 
 This internship course aims to prepare students for the professional world and features an unsalaried internship scheduled individually for a minimum of ten hours per week. Students generally serve as part-time interns from Monday through Friday, although some internships may require weekend hours or ongoing research-based and production/editing activities for remote placements. The internship enhances student knowledge through field experience held in a professional environment overseen by a supervisor who regularly monitors the internship progress and development, and guides the student’s preparation of a final analytical report and portfolio. Placements will vary depending on the student’s language and professional skills.
 Main tasks: Visual concept research, location scouting research, video production, post-production, final portfolio. Additional materials/Dress code: Business casual attire for dress code, not applicable to remote option. DSLR camera might be needed for certain placements. Remote option students will need their own access to Adobe software. 
 Prerequisites: Italian A1 (Breakthrough or beginner) recommended but may vary depending on the placement. Cover letter, CV, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview. Portfolio of previous work, video shooting skills, editing software experience.