Spring 2019 Course Syllabus Course: COMM-1336- Section: 3E Video Production I

Instructor Information
Instructor	John Freyermuth
E-mail	freyermuthje@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6520
Office	Location: Sam and Linda Monroe Performing Arts Center - Room: 126 Hours: PAC 126 M-F 9 - 10:00 am
Department	33010 Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341
Course Information
Description	Practical experience in the operation of studio and control room equipment, including both pre- and post-production needs.
Prerequisites	None.
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	Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
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. PSLO 2. 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. PSLO 4. Produce a final portfolio and resume suitable for entry-level employment in the audiovisual field.
Textbooks	1. The Filmmaker's Handbook, 4th edition, Plume, 2012. 2. How to Shoot Video That Doesn't Suck, 1st edition, Workman Publishing Company, 2011.
Lecture Topics Outline	I: Basic shot composition, II: Advanced Shot composition III: Elements of story, storyboards, basic lens theory IV: Advanced lens theory, V: The production process, intro to 5x5 style shoots VI: 5x5 Video shoots pt1, intro to editing VII: 5x5 video shoots pt2, uploading to YouTube/Vimeo VIII: Introduction to Audio for Video IX: Color Theory, Filters, Intro to Interviews, multi-camera work, sync X: Introduction to Lighting XI: Introduction to Green Screens
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1: Course Introduction, syllabus review, Week 2: Basic shot composition, Intro Project Week 3: Advanced Shot composition, shot portfolio project Week 4: Elements of story, storyboards, basic lens theory Week 5: Advanced lens theory, Storyboard project due Week 6: The production process, intro to 5x5 style shoots Week 7: 5x5 Video shoots pt1, intro to editing Week 8: 5x5 video shoots pt2, uploading to YouTube/Vimeo Week 9: Introduction to Audio for Video, 5x5 project dues Week 10: Color Theory, Filters, Intro to Interviews, multi-camera work, sync Week 11: Introduction to Lighting, Interview Project Shoots Week 12: Introduction to Green Screens, Interview Projects Week 13: How-to Video Shoots pt1 Week 14: How-to Video Shoots pt2 Week 15: Final Project Editing Finals
Final Exam Date	May 15, 2019 - 8:00 AM   Through  May 15, 2019 - 10:30 AM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Attendance: 10% Class Participation: 10% Projects: 30% Tests: 30% Quizzes: 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	No late work will be accepted in this class unless the student presents proof of extenuating circumstances. All of your grades will be available for you in the my grades section of our Blackboard Page.
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 5% of your attendance grade for a Monday, Wednesday and Friday 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	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. 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.