VIDEO PRODUCTION I / II JANUARY 2008

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1 VIEO PROUCTION I / II JANUARY 2008

2 VIEO PROUCTION II I. COURSE ESCRIPTION Video Production II is a full year course of study designed to further develop the skills learned in Video Production I. Students will continue to sharpen production and editing skills as well as develop a much more detailed understanding of how to write for television, including story line, script development and concept acquisition. There will be additional study in graphics for video. Through study, observation, demonstration and hands on experimentation the student will continue to develop the skills of pre-production planning, video production and video post production. II. COURSE OBJECTIVES/OUTLINE A. Identify all safety related items associated with video production and the video production shop. (S9.1) 1. Electrical outlets, breakers and power chords, and their inspection. 2. Cleaning chemical utilization and proper storage 3. Handling of shop ladders and lighting grid components 4. Computer and server cautions 5. Emergency procedures such as fire and lock downs B. emonstrate the proper handling of television production gear and related cables and connectors. (S9.1) 1. The camera, tripod and components 2. The studio communications equipment 3. The teleprompter system and components 4. The lighting grid and instruments 5. The video production switcher 6. The video graphics generator 7. The audio components C. etermine field or studio production or a combination of both (based on the requirements of the story/script, and set up a location or studio schedule based on those specific needs. (S9.1) 1. Based on discussion of production requirements to use studio / field 2. Budget considerations 3. Facilities availability 4. Talent or subject availability 5. iscussions with client or group requesting production. Understand the various methods in a video production that involve the use of graphic arts and digital photography. (S9.1) 1. Concept and use of video character generator

concept acquisition. There will be additional study in graphics for video.

3 2. Use of 3 rd party software such as Photoshop and Adobe 3. Scanned art, photographs, other graphical art materials 4. Utilization of digital still cameras and picture composition 5. Utilization of video camera to capture still art E.. evelop a story, segment, public service announcement or narrative utilizing each of the required skills of video production. (S9.1) 1. etermine if story is to be shot in the studio or in the field 2. Complete a site survey of field location (if it is to be shot in the field) 3. etermine if any graphics or other materials can be or should be used in the production 4. Block and rehearse prior to shooting in class room or studio 5. Schedule with studio manager studio use or field production equipment requirements 6. Properly slate and shoot story 7. Properly log and notate all good footage for capture into editing systems 8. Capture according to editing system requirements 9. ump finished project to V for display and storage F. Understand the layout of a television studio and how it works with the various disciplines. (S9.1) 1. studio layout 2. camera cables and storage 3. audio snake and how to lay out for easy utilization 4. sets and set layout and construction 5. setting of lights 6. camera intercom systems 7 teleprompting solutions 8. crew positions 9. working with talent 10 following director s cues G. Identify and rotate through all job responsibilities and functions of a normal video production. (S9.1) 1. Producer 2. irector 3. Technical irector 4. Audio operator 5. Floor Manager 6. Video Engineer EIC 7. Video Tape operator 8. Character Generator/graphics operator 9. Teleprompter operator 10. Lighting irector/ Grip 11. Production assistants H. Complete a sight survey to determine what will be required to properly complete a field video production, including all necessary production equipment. (S9.1) 1. Survey for electrical outlets, other lighting sources, exits, doors, ceiling heights

etermine if story is to be shot in the studio or in the field 2. Complete a site survey of field location (if it is to be shot in the field) 3.

4 and general set-up room. 2. Record camera angles, light locations, audio concerns (extra loud background noise) 3. Photograph location for later evaluation by production crew. 4. etermine the number of crew required for the production III. TEXTBOOKS AN INSTRUCTIONS MATERIALS Video Basics 5 th edition Herbert Zettl;Thomson Wadsworth, Belmont,CA 2004 (Includes teacher edition, Video Basics Workbook and C Rom Video Lab 3.0. IV. INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES A variety of teaching methods will be utilized in the delivery of this course work. The primary method will be short lectures, followed by classroom and field demonstrations as well as multi media material from outside sources. Students are required to take notes and keep workbooks with handouts. All lectures are followed-up by hands- on, individual and small group activities as well as individual and group production projects. V. EVALUATION Students will be evaluated utilizing the following criteria: 1. Written tests and quizzes 2. Attendance 3. Class participation 4. Homework 5. Hands-on tests and evaluations 6. Individual and group video production/editing projects VI. SCOPE AN SEQUENCE CHART KEY I = INTROUCE = EVELOPE IN EPTH R= REINFORCE SKILL TO BE LEARNE Identify all of the safety-related items in video production shop R emonstrate proper handling of all studio and field television/audio gear emonstrate the ability to setup and prepare for studio or field shooting Understand basic utilization of graphics as it relates to television production emonstrate the ability to develop and write for television Understanding of work flow and personnel for video tape studio productions emonstrate understanding of job responsibilities during studio productions emonstrate location video tape responsibilities and the pre-planning process

TEXTBOOKS AN INSTRUCTIONS MATERIALS Video Basics 5 th edition Herbert Zettl;Thomson Wadsworth, Belmont,CA 2004 (Includes teacher edition, Video Basics Workbook and C Rom Video Lab 3.0. IV.

5 X. STUENT HANOUT COURSE OVERVIEW PASSAIC COUNTY TECHNICAL INSTITUTE VIEO PROUCTION II Video Production II is a full year course of study designed to further develop the skills learned in Video Production I. Students will continue to sharpen production and editing skills as well as develop a much more detailed understanding of writing for television, including, story line, script development and concept acquisition. There will be additional study in graphics for video. Through study, observation, demonstration and hands on experimentation the student will continue to develop the skills of pre-production planning, video production and video post production. PROFICIENCIES 1. Explain the importance of operating all equipment in or out of the studio safely. (S9.1) 2. Be able to demonstrate the proper handling of television production equipment used in both studio and remote productions. (S9.1) 3. Be able to take script/shooting documents and to develop and execute a shooting schedule for both studio and or on location productions. (S9.1) 4. Be able to identify all of the graphic and photographic arts utilized in video productions. (S9.1) 5. Be able to develop a story, segment, PSA, or written script into a video production. (S9.1) 6. Be able to identify all aspects of a teleproduction facility and explain how it works..(s9.1) 7. Be able to operate each of the required pieces of equipment in a teleproduction facility and explain the function of each.(s9.1) 8. Be able to take a script, research a remote location and set up a full EFP video production. (S9.1)

Students will continue to sharpen production and editing skills as well as develop a much more detailed understanding of writing for television, including, story line, script development and concept

BROADCAST JOURNALISM II August 2011

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