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Topics in Post-Production (378-0-20)

Topic

Science Fiction Post-Productio

Instructors

Clayton Brown

Meeting Info

Louis Hall 118: Wed 1:00PM - 3:50PM

Overview of class

Science Fiction Film Post-Production is the third class in the Science Fiction Sequence. However, ALL students who are excited by post-production work are welcome, regardless of whether they have taken the first two classes. Students will complete all the aspects of post-production on the two science fiction films that were shot in winter quarter, working in two teams on editing, sound design, visual effects, color grading, and musical score, completing the films in time for a Science Fiction Premiere at the end of the year. Students will learn or enhance their existing knowledge about each area of post, including VFX work like on-screen graphics, compositing, some 3D modeling and screen replacement, color grading, sound design, and of course, editing. In addition to their own work, students will act as post-production coordinators to recruit students outside the class when needed, such as coordinating with music students to create a soundtrack or working with animators or game designers to help with certain visual effects. Students will be in charge of setting schedules and devising a post-production plan to complete the work, working closely with their teams. We'll also hear from professional post-production guests and visit a post-production house in Chicago. It will be a fast-moving and fun head-first dive into everything Post Production!

Registration Requirements

Regular registration with a 190 pre-req

Learning Objectives

Students will gain first-hand experience with all aspects of post-production, including moving the edit through sound design, visual effects, scoring, color grading, and final output. As well, they'll learn how post-production coordinators delegate tasks and interface with other departments.

Class Materials (Required)

At least a 1TB hard drive is required

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Students must have completed RTVF 190-0 in order to register for this course (concurrent registration is not allowed) or be a student in Writing: MFA or Documentary Media: MFA programs