Cinematography - Film (380-0-20)

Instructors

John Otterbacher

Meeting Info

Louis Hall 106: Wed 9:00AM - 11:50AM

Overview of class

Cinematography will cover foundational concepts of cinematography and their practical applications. Students will be introduced to lensing, lighting, and basic set operations. traditional film technologies will be covered. Tools, techniques, and terminology will empower students to be effective members on a film crew and respectful and safe collaborators.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course students will:
Understand the roles of crewmembers in the Camera and G&E department within the context of a film crew;
Control and manipulate camera and lighting to communicate mood, meaning, and ideas cinematically.
Be proficient in the tools and protocols used to create cinematic imagery from a cinematography standpoint.

Teaching Method

Seminar

Evaluation Method

Attendance
Class participation
Exam, final
Group work
Homework

Class Materials (Required)

All readings will be supplied as links and/or downloadable pdfs.

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Students must have completed RTVF 190-0 in order to register for this course (concurrent registration is not allowed)