Introduction to Directing

Explores the role of the film director in the translation of script to screen through development and execution of single-camera-style short form projects. Emphasis is on script analysis, pre-visualization planning and blocking, crew management and working with actors.

Advanced Cinematography & Lighting

In Advanced Cinematography & Lighting, students further develop their ability to translate theme, story, and emotion into motion picture imagery. Cinematography & lighting skills are refined via single-camera-styled projects. Assignments focus on complex lighting design and camera movement as students employ advanced camera, lighting & grip equipment.

Documentary Preproduction

An introductory course that teaches essential skills in developing feature-length and short documentary films. Students learn about content development, narrative structure, script formatting, interviewing techniques, budget, distrubution preparation, and grant writing.

Organic Chemistry I

The first semester of a one-year course in organic chemistry for students who major in chemistry, biochemistry, and other chemistry-intensive sciences. The combination of CHEM 212A/212B also satisfies the organic chemistry requirements of medical schools.

Character Illustration

Develop unique character designs, engage in figurative storytelling, and work from live models as well as photographic resources. Focus on portraiture and facial expressions, dynamic gesture, and prolonged studies of models in costumes and theatrical settings with props using a variety of painting and drawing techniques in color media.