acquisition and manipulation. Students explore exposure control, composition, movement, lighting, color theory, and lensing. Topics covered include RGB changes, scene profiling, gamma adjustment, black pedestal control, and camera filtration using tungsten and fluorescent sources.

DIGI 3400 — 3 UNITS

CREATIVE WRITING

This course educates students about writing across multiple genres. Students learn to express their thoughts and feelings in an imaginative and unique way. Students take an original project from conception to completion. During that process, students engage in peer review, instructor critique, and multiple phases of rewrites. Upon completion of this course, students have at least one fully original work.

DIGI 3500 — 3 UNITS

VISUAL STORYTELLING: TECHNIQUES & TECHNOLOGY

In this course, students explore the technology and techniques used in visual storytelling. Students apply this knowledge while editing their own projects, and by participating in peer review and in-class critiques.

DIGI 3700A — 3 UNITS

DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING I

This course introduces students to documentary filmmaking. Students view and discuss various documentaries as they learn about the entire filmmaking process, including producing, directing, pre-production, production, writing, lighting, cinematography, and interviewing for documentaries.

DIGI 3700B — 3 UNITS

DOCUMENTARY FILMMAKING II

In this course, students work in groups on the production of a short documentary project. Each student is assigned a specific job, including producer, director, director of photography, camera operator, and more. The students work as a team to research, write, shoot, and edit their original project, taking it from the pre-production stages through post-production and delivery. Prerequisite: DIGI 3700A

DIGI 3750 — 3 UNITS

EDITING FOR DOCUMENTARIES

This course covers the editing process for documentary films, from footage to final edit. Practical considerations, techniques, and processes used by documentary editors are explored. Skills acquired in prior editing courses are built upon to enhance understanding of editing in the context of the documentary genre. Upon completion of this course, students prepare to tackle a variety of real issues that may arise while editing their own documentary films in the final quarter of the program.

DIGI 3800 — 3 UNITS

LIGHTING TECHNIQUES

This course emphasizes lighting for different scenarios. Students learn to light green screen, people, and different environments with industry-standard grip and lighting equipment. Students also learn

about color correction, camera filtration, and the use of scrims, lighting gels, and barn doors. Finally, students learn how to employ various lighting techniques to create a mood and atmosphere that support their project.

DIGI 4100 — 3 UNITS

AUDIO TECHNIQUES

This course explores audio mixing and other advanced audio techniques. Students walk through the process of mixing audio in preparation for the post-production phase of their documentary films. Students work with commonly used audio effects such as EQ and reverb, learn how to change the length and speed of audio tracks, and explore recording scratch tracks. Topics include: adjusting gain and audio levels, keyframes, using the Limiter and EQ effects, working with audio transitions, healing noise, trimming, recording, and exporting audio.

DIGI 4200 — 3 UNITS

PRE-PRODUCTION

In this course, students are introduced to the various components of pre-production, including budget creation and analysis, production planning, and factual and logistical research. Students break down scripts, storyboard scripts, scout potential shooting locations, and identify potential crew members. This course emphasizes the role of the producer and the techniques involved in producing short films. Prerequisites: DIGI 3500, DIGI 3700A, DIGI 3700B

DIGI 4310 — 3 UNITS

INTRODUCTION TO PRODUCING

In this course, students study various aspects of contemporary production and post-production practices for the film and entertainment industries. Students are introduced to the role of a producer on a project, including what a producer does and various pitfalls to avoid. Students also learn how to work effectively with a producer, as well as what is involved in producing their own original work.

DIGI 4350A — 3 UNITS

MASTER CLASS I

This course provides an in-depth look at the practical side of the entertainment industry, including an introduction to advanced techniques and technology. Periodic guest speakers hold sessions on multiple advanced level topics, including working with Pro Tools, working with Avid Media Composer, production sound, and other advanced production equipment and techniques.

DIGI 4350B — 3 UNITS

MASTER CLASS II

This course explores advanced finishing techniques that students utilize as they move into the post-production phase of their documentary films. Topics covered include professional grading methodologies and advanced post-production editing, visual effects, and audio techniques. Emphasis is placed on creatively and efficiently unifying content with a look, sound, and feel that create a contextual flow