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April 2024
Advanced Screenwriting: TV Pilots [Virtual]
Online. 8 sessions: Mondays, April 29-June 24 (no class May 27), 6:30-9:00 pm CT The blueprint to any TV show or limited series, pilots are a challenging and unique form of screenwriting. Not only does the writer have to establish a complex cast of characters and multiseason story arcs, but they must also do so while simultaneously telling a compelling, single story. Focusing on strengthening skills in the art and craft of writing pilots, this workshop-based course gives students the opportunity…
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Introduction to Adobe After Effects [Virtual]
Online. 4 sessions: Wednesdays, May 1-22, 6:30-9:30 pm After Effects is the leading software for producing cutting-edge motion graphics and visual effects. This course will take us from navigating the interface, importing or creating your own assets and objects, to the basics of animating those objects. Then we will dive into learning about compositing, green screen removal, and the basics of visual effects. iMacs provided; students with PC laptops are welcome. Session 1 – General Intro Introductions and tour of…
Find out more »Advanced Cinema Production: Video Journalism
In-person. 4 sessions: Thursdays, May 2-23, 6:30-9:30 pm Are you looking to break into video journalism or documentary filmmaking? Do you have basic video shooting and editing knowledge and want to take it to the next level and start to shoot and produce stories? Looking to learn or improve your interviewing skills and how to compile footage into a compelling, comprehensive story? This hands-on course is designed to teach students how to dig deeper and become better storytellers with their…
Find out more »DSLR & Mirrorless Photography Boot Camp
In-person. 1 session: Saturday, May 4, 10:00 am-5:00 pm Did you purchase a DSLR or mirrorless camera with the intention of taking family photos or documenting your travels but never got around to learning how to properly use it? This workshop covers the basics of DSLR and mirrorless digital photography, including composition, aperture, depth of field, exposure, and more, all of which are integral to maximizing the quality of your images. Discussion of each topic will be followed by hands-on…
Find out more »Location Lighting
2 sessions: Saturday, May 4, 10:00 am-6:00 pm & Sunday, May 5, 10:00 am-2:00 pm This workshop offers an introductory exploration of location lighting principles designed for small projects and documentaries, making use of techniques and tools employed by cinematographers and filmmakers. Participants will acquaint themselves with the skills and technical knowledge essential for crafting visually compelling environments that convey the director's vision. Through collaborative hands-on exercises, attendees will practice applying these theories and techniques to communicate mood, meaning, and…
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