Fall 2020 Course Syllabus
Course: RTVB-2330- Section: 01
Film and Video Editing 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Matthew Roe
E-mailroemr@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6520
Office
Location:Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 155
Hours:M-Th 9:30am-12pm
Department
Commercial Music, Visual and Performing Arts
Chair:Richard Vandewalker
E-mail:vandewalkerre@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6520

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Course Information
Description Film and broadcast editing for the preparation and completion of shorts, trailers, documentaries, and features
Prerequisites COMM 1336
Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. (PSLO Alpha)
2. Utilize production and editing techniques for audiovisual media (PSLO 2)
3. Utilize and observe professional best practices in the audiovisual field while completing assigned projects. (PSLO 3)
4. Demonstrate production and editing concepts to complete multimedia projects (PSLO 2,3,4)
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
PSLO 1. Demonstrate basic proficiency in creating original music and audio that supports the visual narrative.
SLO 1. Students will demonstrate basic proficiency in creating original music and audio that supports the visual narrative.
PSLO 2. Demonstrate basic proficiency in short-form video production & editing, media delivery formats, and audiovisual workflow.
SLO 2. Students will demonstrate basic proficiency in short-form video production & editing, media delivery formats, and audiovisual workflow.
PSLO 3. Recognize and observe professional best practices in the audiovisual field, including the various roles in film, audio engineering, and media.
SLO 3. Students will recognize and observe professional best practices in the audiovisual field, including the various roles in film, audio engineering, and media.
PSLO 4. Produce a final portfolio and resume suitable for entry-level employment in the audiovisual field.
SLO 4: Students will produce a final portfolio and resume suitable for entry-level employment in the audiovisual field.
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

No Textbook Needed

Recommended Optional Textbooks;

How to Shoot Video That Doesn't Suck: Advice to Make Any Amateur Look Like a Pro
Author - Steve Stockman

Adobe Premiere Pro Classroom in a Book (2020 release) Author - Maxim Jago
Lecture Topics
Outline		 Week 1: Welcome and class introduction, Course Syllabus, Introduction to editing Theory, A brief discussion of Critical thinking Skills.
Week 2: Adobe Premier Grand tour, Session Setup, File Organization, Basic editing tools.
Week 3: Week 2 Continued, Basic Editing Assignment, Quiz 1.
Week 4: Beyond the Basics (Keyframes, Effects, Codecs, Exporting to DAWs, and more)
Week 5: Editing/mixing Audio in Premier. Quiz 2.
Week 6: Assignment; Commercial Edit.
Week 7: Week 6 Continued.
Week 8: Assignment: Video Tour.
Week 9: Assignment: Music Video Edit .
Week 10: Discussion: Editing for Narrative. Assignment: Trailer Re-theme.
Week 11: Start Short Film Edit Assignment.
Week 12: Week 11 Continued, Color Correction and Grading Lecture.
Week 13: Short Film Color Grading and Correction Assignment.
Week 14: Film Discussion and Essay.
Week 15: Final Exam
Major Assignments
Schedule		 Week 3: Basic Editing Assignment
Week 6: Commercial Edit
Week 8: Video Tour Edit
Week 12: Short Film Edit
Final Exam Date December 3, 2020 - 8:00 AM   Through  December 10, 2020 - 5:00 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Attendance - 10%
Quizzes - 15%,
Projects - 60%
Final Exam - 15%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies
Attendance Policy You get one "free" absence before your late/absences start to count against your
grade in the attendance category. After that, each absence deducts 7.5% of your
attendance grade for a Tuesday and Thursday class. If you are late for class or
leave class early 3 times you will receive an additional absence for every time this
occurs.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.