MIT 212 - Digital Videography

Credits: 5
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 55
Lab Hours: 0
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Introduction to digital videography. Essential techniques and hands on training on digital video equipment to capture quality digital video footage.

Prerequisite:
Strongly Recommended: Computer literacy and file management skills.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Brainstorm a great video concept focused on a specific target audience.
Create a storyboard, script and shot list before recording video footage.
Capture digital video footage.
Learn techniques for shooting special projects.
Learn how to select the right location and choose the right camera for the project.
Perform in-camera editing.
Use camera angles intelligently.
Use proper lighting.
Understand when to move the camera and when to keep it still.
Apply the Rule of Thirds when capturing video.

Course Contents

Brainstorm a digital video concept.
Digital video capture.
Storyboards, scripts, and shot lists.
Digital video equipment.

Instructional Units: 5