RATIONAL AND NEED
Video production has a tremendous influence on our attitudes and perceptions of the world around us. In fact, the media may be one of the most powerful tools in modern culture for shaping values and conveying information. We depend heavily on video technology for:
Information – news, education & personal or workplace presentations
Entertainment – film, broadcast television & the Internet
Persuasion – advertisements, Public Service Announcements
Archiving – historical records, sports highlights, event videography
What are the techniques of digital videotaping, and how are they applied to achieve the end effect? Everything that goes into a video must be very carefully planned ahead of time in order to convey a message as effectively as possible. This includes lighting, camera angles, background music, special effects, and transitions between scenes. The instructional units are designed to give the participants awareness of these aspects of video production, through hands-on training.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate production skills and techniques as it relates to producing a variety of video formats. These formats include news stories, mini-documentaries, montages, public service announcements, spotlights, music videos, commercials, and trailers. Other formats include team sports highlights, school event videography and presentations.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
-Each student must purchase a minimum 4GB SDHC Memory Card for recording video with the Panasonic HDC-HS300 Hard Disk Drive cameras. This eliminates accidental deleting of video files from other students who share the same camera.
-A pair of good stereo ear or headphones for private audio monitoring and to ensure accuracy of audio levels while working on projects that require audio.
SEQUENCE OF INSTRUCTION
Grade 11 & 12
Digital Video Production I- Beginning Video Production
This Intermediate level course is designed to train students in the proper use of digital camcorders, microphones, digital editing hardware and software, lighting and studio equipment. Students will learn the basics of broadcast journalism and digital storytelling. Students will work cooperatively in teams both on location and in the TV studio to produce storyboards and scripts for short projects such as news stories, public service announcements, comedy sketches, trailers, commercials, and music videos utilizing the most current non linear editing, graphic, and animation programs. Students will attain basic skills in the use of such programs as Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Livetype, Soundtrack and Photoshop.
Grade 12
Digital Video Production II- Broadcast and Event Production
This Advanced course is designed to train students in the proper techniques of television broadcasting and event videography. Students will learn to effectively use production equipment such as telepromptors, video and audio mixers, lighting and sound equipment. Students will work cooperatively in teams both on location and in the TV studio to produce a campus wide news magazine style broadcast called “What’s Up Warriors.” This in-school television broadcast will be comprised of segments that cover various topics such as academics, athletics, entertainment, and current events. There will be two planned broadcasts per semester pending administrative approval. Students in this advanced class will also participate in Hiki No, The Nation’s First Statewide Student News Network sponsored by PBS. Students will also plan, develop and produce the videotaping, editing of school, sports, and special events. Other skills learned will be advanced use of graphic and animation programs such as Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Maya, Livetype, Soundtrack Pro, Photoshop and DVD Studio Pro.
TYPE OF INSTRUCTION
-The course will consist of short teacher lecture and demonstrations followed by students practicing a variety of video production skills until understanding and mastery is achieved.
-Hands on activity-based units will drive most of the curriculum and reinforce major learning areas.
-Students will do most work individually but may also work in small cooperative group teams
-An emphasis on problem solving and creative thinking will be present in most units of instruction.
-Mandatory field-work will consist of on-location videotaping of school sponsored events to further enhance the real world media experience and learning.
-Field visitations will support units of study and career awareness.
COURSE GOALS AND EXPECTATIONS
-Comprehend the need for a mood / atmosphere in film and video and analyze the atmosphere created by each, including lighting, special effects, and music / sound track.
-Analyze the various steps / sequences of video production from conceptualization through to the final product.
-Discuss the ethical implications of the present and future states of video and electronic communications, including media, social, cultural, and political topics.
-Comprehend how video technology operates as a social force affecting our everyday lives.
-Demonstrate the ability to read and comprehend the types of technical manuals included with high tech equipment and programs.
-Demonstrate the ability to work with highly specialized video production equipment, including cameras, computers, monitors, switchers, sound boards, microphones, wiring, and projectors.
-Define those practices and terms used in video production, including basic shooting, pre and post-production.
-Demonstrate all safety and proper operating procedures when interacting with video technologies and when using the tools / equipment associated with video technologies.
-Identify the various foundation skills for different career options in digital video production.
GRADING POLICY
Every student will earn his /her grade according to the time and effort he/she invests in the course. All grading will be determined using a standard 100 point scale.
DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION I DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTION II
60%- Video Projects / Skills Tests 60%- Final Video Segments / Skills Tests
20%- Pre-Production Assignments 20%- Pre-Production Assignments
20%- Post-Production Assignments 20%- 15 total hours/sem. Field Work
100%- Total 100%- Total
PORTFOLIO
A portfolio of completed projects and all documentation that shows planning, including the storyboards, sketches and scripts, will be kept by the video production I & II student for future references and career planning.