CERTIFICATE IN DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION

This program provides students with the opportunity to create projects using digital video. The curriculum provides training in DV camera technology, lighting for DV, audio recording, and non-linear editing. Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands on training, acquire the skills necessary for digital filmmaking. Our faculty of industry professionals guides you through the process and emphasizes the skills needed to produce a quality DV production from preproduction to final output.

Upon completion of the program, students acquire the following skills in:

• Industry craft and practices
• Digital cinematography
• Knowledge of SD and HD formats
• Audio recording
• Editing
• Producing
• Directing

This Certificate is a prerequisite for the Certificate in Documentary Filmmaking.

To earn the certificate, an average grade of B or higher is required indicating successful completion of the required material by taking Option 1 or Option 2.Option 2 includes one elective.

Note: This certificate has been restructured. Students who began this certificate prior to fall 2007 have four years to complete their certificate according to the requirements in the SCPS bulletin the semester they began. Call an education advisor at (212) 998-7171 for more information.

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COURSE CHECK LIST			COURSE NO.	PRICE
Required--Option 1 (1 of these courses are required)
	Digital Video Production Six-Week Intensive		X34.9238	*
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Required--Option 2 (6 of these courses are required)
	Audio Recording Practice essential recording techniques for a variety of media projects. Whether recording audio for a film, video, or new media production, explore strategies for capturing... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9071	$1,150
	Techniques and Technologies Gain a comprehensive understanding of the vast landscape of theatrical film and video production. Through lectures and discussions you explore theories and tools, from cameras... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9220	$855
	Editing I With Final Cut Pro Final Cut Pro is a cost-effective professional nonlinear editing system. Students learn all the basics of digital nonlinear editing using footage provided by NYU. Through... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9225	$1,230
	Video Lighting Techniques The skilled use of lighting to create contrast and ambience affects the quality and impact of a film or video image. Digital video is particularly... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9540	$1,340
	DV Production This hands-on introductory course covers basic DV camera operations, elementary nonlinear editing with Final Cut Pro, and how to prepare a video production. Working in... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9921	$1,200
	DV Project By utilizing the skills and experience obtained from previous coursework, students produce a short, up-to-eight minute, DV project. Begin by pitching an idea for a... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9936	$1,450
Electives--Option 2 (1 of these courses are required)
	Producing and Writing Your Film This course provides practical experience in producing and scriptwriting, which are vital to the role of the producer. Students prepare storylines and write treatment/outlines and... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9075	$895
	Cinematic Structure Constructing a compelling narrative in cinema is reliant on many factors. Editing, dramatic arc, and the use of cinematic space all play an important role... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9232	$585
	Documentary Development, Research, and Financing This lecture-based course is designed for individuals interested in developing and producing documentaries. Students focus on honing their ideas into viable projects by addressing all... (click on course name to read more)		X34.9425	$925

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