Post-Production focuses on digital post production tools and techniques
in the creation of cinema (narrative, documentary and experimental),
video art, installation, and other forms that use moving images and
sound. Through in-class exercises and assigned projects, the course
covers editing, sound design, effects, motion graphics, and related
traditional and experimental processes. Intensive technical instruction
is provided alongside a dynamic exploration of historical and
contemporary techniques, aesthetics, and conceptual issues, within a
supportive critical environment focused on the continued development of
the student's own work. Additional materials fee will be charged.
- Instructor: Jon Ayon Alonso
This course focuses on the preparation and execution of digital cinematic works, with additional attention given to concept development, editing and sound. Experimental and documentary techniques will be explored, with a primary emphasis on narrative cinema. Students will learn production crew roles and responsibilities, professional protocols, collaborative skills and teamwork, while also cultivating their own singular artistic voice. Historical and theoretical concept will work in tandem with practical problem-solving and craftsmanship in the development and critique of all works shown in class.
- Instructor: Joseph Graham
In this course you will develop your personal voice and prepare for Junior Reviews. Through individual one-on-one meetings, group critiques, and discussions, we will explore how to build a cohesive narrative about your work. You will develop your reel, artistic/director statement, and supplementary materials to create a presentation for your Junior Reviews. You will maintain on online journal that responds to prompts about your influences, goals, and conceptual and stylistic trajectories. Through group critiques and individual meetings, you will develop a language to describe and advance your work. During this course we will be focusing on your individual goals as an artist and filmmaker.
- Instructor: Genevieve Quick
This class covers fundamental formal and conceptual principals of the moving image. Introductory skills in editing, filming and animating will be taught in conjunction with a critical and theoretical foundation of video art. Field trips and guest artists will give students the opportunity to see contemporary film arts as they are realized in a variety of platforms including installation, documentary, and internet-based projects. Critical analysis of these forms will be explored through a series of student productions and research presentations throughout the semester.
- Instructor: Kota Ezawa
- Instructor: Nilgun Bayraktar
- Instructor: Cindy Bello
- Instructor: Alison O'Daniel