DIGI 1550B — 3 UNITS

MOTION GRAPHICS II

This advanced motion graphics course builds on concepts learned in the foundational course and employs those concepts in conjunction with advanced techniques. In this course, students gain a thorough understanding of advanced techniques as they are applied in the continuing exploration of special effects, image compositing, and motion graphics. Prerequisite: DIGI 1550A

DIGI 1700 — 3 UNITS

EDITING II

This course provides a more in-depth exploration of the imaginative and technical side of editing. Students examine and apply intermediate editing concepts and techniques. Students edit industry-standard promotional trailers, and become familiar with the entire pipeline from concept to delivery. Prerequisites: DIGI 1300, DIGI 1350

DIGI 2100 — 3 UNITS

EDITING III

This course builds on students' experience with editing in a non-linear editing platform. Students become familiar with advanced editing techniques and focus on the technical aspects of editing in addition to the aesthetic understanding they have developed to date. Topics include but not limited to delivery requirements, formats, codecs, frame rates, aspect ratios, and frame flexing. Prerequisites: DIGI 1300, DIGI 1350, DIGI 1700

DIGI 2430 — 3 UNITS

FINISHING TECHNIQUES

This course explores color correction and other advanced finishing techniques that students can apply to a wide variety of projects. Students work with color tools inside of DaVinci Resolve, the industry-standard tool for color correction, to learn to properly color correct/color grade shots. Topics include how to work with various scopes, how to build custom primary and secondary color correction setups, and how to share projects with Adobe Premiere.

DIGI 2540 — 3 UNITS

SOUND DESIGN

This course introduces students to the importance of sound as an essential element in producing an impactful project. Students explore the technical aspects of working with sound, including recording production sound, room tone, post-production audio and cleaning/sweetening. Students also gain an in-depth understanding of how sound contributes to the overall project from an aesthetic and emotional perspective.

DIGI 2660 — 3 UNITS

CONTENT CREATION

This course draws upon foundational knowledge introduced in prior courses, and acquaints students with the various techniques and equipment necessary to successfully take a project from concept to distribution, with an emphasis on online distribution

via various social media platforms. Topics covered include conceptualizing content, shot lists, coordinating production, directing, camera operation, composition, and lighting.

DIGI 2820 — 3 UNITS

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & LAW

In this course, students examine general business practices vital to the success of a digital media artist. Students explore the principles of finance, accounting, insurance, taxes, management, marketing, and negotiation. Additionally, students are introduced to the concept of intellectual property, including copyright, trademark, and basic business/ contract law.

DIGI 2950 — 3 UNITS

DIGITAL MEDIA PORTFOLIO

This is an advanced class in portfolio development. Students design, produce, and gain experience presenting their work in a professional working environment. They also write a comprehensive resume and present their portfolios before the class. Prerequisite: DIGI 2580

DIGI 3010 — 3 UNITS

DIRECTING FOR FILM & TV

This course focuses on the importance of the director in modern media. Students explore the differences between directing for film and for television. Students learn various directing techniques, as well as important tips and tricks used in the professional arena, and then apply these skills in the directing of their own projects.

DIGI 3110 — 3 UNITS

FILMMAKING: CONTEXT OF EXPRESSION

This course explores the intersection of story, metaphor, and production design in filmmaking. Viewings of selected films and readings in fiction and creative non-fiction and film theory, genre and technique encourage students to analyze the work of noted writers and directors while gaining insight into their own creative and decision-making processes. In-class discussions, presentations, and workshops culminate with the creation of a short-film treatment detailing specifications for characters, story arc, and production design.

DIGI 3120 — 3 UNITS

INTRODUCTION TO SCRIPT ANALYSIS

This course introduces students to the tools and techniques used in impactful film scripts, with a particular focus on developing engaging stories. Students explore the various components of effective storytelling, including character development, theme, conflict and resolution. Students work on their own scripts throughout the course.

DIGI 3150 — 3 UNITS

CINEMATOGRAPHY

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of cinematography, including the operation of digital video cameras and factors that impact image