COMM 335 - Visual and Multimedia Storytelling I

Units: 3
This course explores visual storytelling in media production, including journalism. Students use video, sound, and still images to produce publishable multimedia work relating to social change or highlighting social problems and solutions.

Prerequisites: COMM 328.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Identify the technical aspects of a camera and its accessories;
Record audio in a number of shooting environments;
Demonstrate skill in basic three-point lighting;
Edit their video material;
Identify compelling visual stories whose focus is social justice and apply their technical abilities to tell them.