In this capstone course for the Communication program, students pursue their interests in an attempt to draw on skills learned in the major. Students prepare a proposal for their project and work with the professor through the semester to ensure the appropriate focus of the end product, which can take the form of a project, research paper, production or series of productions.
In this course, the student will combine the studio and remote production skills acquired in Television Production I and II to write, produce, shoot, direct and edit a series of entirely "off-line" long-form video projects: productions for which all video and audio elements are gathered remotely and assembled in post-production (as opposed to recording programs "as-live" and having a finished product at the end of a class period).
This course fosters an appreciation for the history and approaches of the film documentary and its impact, as well as the achievements and struggles of filmmakers who toil outside the studio system. Through readings of essays and reviews by filmmakers, students will gain an understanding of the influence on other types of films that documentary and independent films have had and continue to have.
As Centenary's commitment to global citizenship continues to develop, this course allows students to explore the world through the medium of film, examining influential film movements in the context of various cultures and historical events. Film affects how we see ourselves and others in powerful ways. Students will learn to appreciate the fact that the language of film is an international one, spoken mainly through narrative form.
This is a highly practical course in which the student's technical skills in studio-based television production are further enhanced. All aspects of the production process are covered, from script preparation to the directing and producing of live-on-tape studio productions. Special emphasis is placed upon the leadership skills required from those in the key position of director. Hands-on experience is emphasized through student participation in a variety of exercises and productions.
This course is designed to develop poise and self-confidence. Students master the techniques necessary for successful speaking by writing and delivering a variety of speeches in different speaking situations. Extemporaneous delivery is the goal. While most of the work is individual, an introduction to Parliamentary Procedure and group presentations are included.
This repeatable course will allow students to learn and take on the responsibilities required for a career in broadcast radio or internet radio. Duties will include music programming, news and public affairs programming, promotion, audio board operation, music library and equipment maintenance, announcing, audio recording editing and scriptwriting.