Foundations of Video Journalism (400-0-21)

Instructors

Will Sonheim

Meeting Info

303 E. Wacker Dr. 1624-B: Mon, Wed 1:30PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

In this dynamic, hands-on course, you will learn the best practices of video storytelling, adding new skills to your repertoire every week. Through an immersive approach—with both classroom exercises and story assignments—students will get lots of practice in reporting, shooting, and editing video. Given the current media environment, these are essential skills regardless of what medium students aspire to work in.

Class Materials (Required)

None

Class Notes

You will be responsible for your own travel expenses to reporting locations, which may include taxis, rideshares, trains, and other forms of transport other than your CTA card.

Class Attributes

Attendance at 1st class mandatory