Introduction to Digital Arts & Design [MH04151] – Semester Daily
1 Credit. This introductory course is designed to provide students the opportunity to learn about and use industry standard graphic design hardware and software as well as basic video compositing and visual effects. The course teaches students how to communicate ideas and stories through different media, including print, animation, video, motion graphics and the web. Students will learn techniques and basic concepts of digital technology to create still and animated two-dimensional digital images using industry standard graphic and animation programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator and Animate. Students will also learn how to produce film and broadcast quality graphics and special effects using a variety of industry standard digital software tools, video editing and motion graphics software such as iMovie, Final Cut Pro and After Effects. Students will compile all of their digital art and design work into a comprehensive physical and web-based portfolio that best highlights their technical and creative abilities as a digital artist. Required for a Media Arts Endorsement. Prerequisite: Open to grades 9-12. Preference will be given to Media Arts endorsement students.
Digital Video Production I [MH08202] – Year A/B
1 Credit. This intermediate level course instructs students in the proper use of camcorders, microphones, digital editing, lighting and studio equipment. Students learn the basics of broadcast journalism and digital storytelling. Students 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. Required for a Media Arts Endorsement. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing.
Digital Video Production II [MH08222] – Year A/B
1 Credit. This advanced course instructs students in the proper techniques of television broadcasting and event videography. Students will learn to effectively use production equipment such as teleprompters, 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 three planned broadcasts per semester pending administrative approval. Students will also plan, develop and produce the video taping, editing and packaging of school, sports, and special events DVD’s. 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. Required for a Media Arts Endorsement. Prerequisite: Digital Video Production I .