2022-2023 Graduate Course Catalog 
    
    May 19, 2024  
2022-2023 Graduate Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications Courses


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Courses

Television, Radio, and Film

  • TRF 500 - Selected Topics

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    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • TRF 510 - Specialized Practice

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    1 credit(s) Every semester
    These four-week mini-courses provide specific areas of study not covered in depth in other courses. Examples: Production Management, Budgeting, Editing, Lighting, Location Sound, Videography, and others based on faculty and student interest.
    Repeatable
  • TRF 530 - Popular Culture Studies

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    In-depth examination of critical issues, aesthetics, genre, and authorship involved in electronic media and cinema. Topics range from television genres to film classics.
    Repeatable 3 time(s), 12 credits maximum
  • TRF 545 - Television & Radio Performance

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    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Theory and practice of effective television and radio performance. Closed circuit studio experience planning and presenting educational and commercial material.
  • TRF 560 - Topics in International Perspectives

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    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    In-depth examination of issues and practices involved in international television and film. Topics alternate from semester to semester. Examples include: Global Communication, Ways of Seeing, Comparative Systems, and British Cinema.
    Repeatable 1 time(s), 6 credits maximum
  • TRF 592 - Film Business

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Economics of the film industry. Financing of films, budgets, sources of funds, contracts. Securing distribution. National and international marketing of films. Film rental. Booking films for television or theater. Exploitation of ancillary markets.
  • TRF 594 - Television Business

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Management principles and practices in electronic media; organizational structures, financial controls, revenue procurement, economic theory, management law, product development, and personnel administration.
  • TRF 595 - Programming and Audience Analysis

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Immersion in the principal programming functions of content development and acquisition, scheduling, and promotion. Survey of scheduling strategies and case studies, hits and misses. Research techniques to understand audience program preferences and choices.
  • TRF 600 - Selected Topics

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    1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • TRF 605 - Audio Arts Practices

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    3 credit(s) Only during the summer
    Introduction to the fundamental practices involved in the creation of effective audio for radio, music, television, film, and online media.
  • TRF 606 - Visual Storytelling for Education

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    3 credit(s) Only during the summer
    Introduction to planning, designing, writing, and producing motion picture media for educational settings.
  • TRF 610 - Proseminar in Television, Radio, and Film

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    1 credit(s) Every semester
    Review of fundamental theories and questions in the field, with an emphasis on understanding the development of the discipline and implementations of practice, including film, television, radio, music, gaming, Internet, and mobile media.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  • TRF 611 - Dramatic Writing for Television and Film

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Preparing and writing scripted dramatic material for small and large screen. Script evaluation, working as a professional writer, and the stages of script development.
  • TRF 620 - Topics in Screenwriting

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 420
    Instruction will include new screenwriting theories, maturing conceptual models, and address developing and future trends in screenwriting procedures and best practices. Additional work required of graduate students.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 6 credits maximum
  • TRF 621 - Feature Film Writing

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 421
    Study and practice of the craft of feature film writing. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 611 
  • TRF 622 - Comedy Writing

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 422
    Study and practice of the craft of comedy writing for television and film. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 623 - Writing the One-Hour Drama

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 423
    Students will learn the craft of writing for television, focusing on construction of the one-hour drama. Students will pitch, outline and write an original dramatic television pilot and series “bible.” Additional work is required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 611  
  • TRF 624 - Script Development

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 424
    Screenwriting theory and the script development process: writing topics include story structure, genres, character development, dialogue, and script formatting. Business topics include pitching, writing script coverage, supervising development, and breaking into the industry. Additional work is required of graduate students.
  • TRF 629 - Creative Producing

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 429
    Students learn to be creative producers and managers. They form “companies” and work with writers to rewrite. They provide development notes, create look-books, casting lists and develop other projects as they would in the real world. Additional work is required of graduate students.
  • TRF 630 - Topics in Entertainment Business

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 430
    Instruction will include new entertainment business theories, maturing conceptual models, and address developing and future trends in entertainment business procedures and best practices. Additional work required of graduate students.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 6 credits maximum
  • TRF 635 - Industry Forces

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Origins and dynamics of corporate structures, revenue models, content, distribution, and regulation in the television, radio, film, and interactive media industries.
  • TRF 636 - Critical and Historical Perspectives on Television, Radio, and Film

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    3 credit(s) Only during the summer
    Non-print media as art forms and social, political and cultural forces. Critical analysis of individual products of broadcasting and motion pictures in relation to the systems for which they were created.
    COREQ: TRF 655 
  • TRF 637 - Telecommunications Law&Policy

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Introduction to the law and policies that influence the telecommunications industries. Covers the policy environment, historical, and current developments.
  • TRF 640 - Topics in Critical and Historical Perspectives

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 340
    Non-print media as art forms and social, political and cultural forces. Critical analysis of individual products of broadcasting and motion pictures in relation to the systems for which they were created. Additional work required of graduate students
    Repeatable 3 time(s), 12 credits maximum
  • TRF 641 - Visual Effects for Live Action

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 441
    Exploration of fundamental visual effects techniques using 2D compositing software to create fix-it-in-post, invisible, and creative VFX for live-action projects. Students will integrate VFX in pre-production, production, and post-production stages to create a short film. Additional work is required of graduate students.
  • TRF 642 - Multicamera Television Production

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 442
    Students write, design, produce, direct, and program projects specifically for television presentation. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 644 - Production Management

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 444
    This class delves deep into the world of TV and Film Production Management, laying out the necessary steps and mechanics in pre-production and production which includes scheduling, budgeting, and producing. Additional work is required of graduate students.
  • TRF 645 - Post-Production Practices

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 445
    Explore and perform both the management and technical aspects of the Post Supervisor role on film and episodic TV projects. Planning, budgeting, and scheduling will be examined. Workflows covered include: dailies, editorial, VFX, color, sound, and deliverables. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 646 - Working with Actors

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 446
    Students examine the dynamic interplay between directing and acting for the screen, including script analysis, what to look for in auditions, and what good direction looks and sounds like. Additional work is required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 655  
  • TRF 647 - Animation for Film and TV

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 447
    Exploration of fundamental motion graphics and animation techniques for film and TV. Students will create a variety of 2D animation projects, including short films, music videos, explainer videos, personal branding, opening title sequences, and advertisements. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 648 - Audio Storytelling

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 448
    Intermediate study and practice in creating fictional and nonfictional audio content for broadcast and online distribution. Additional work required of graduate students. 
  • TRF 650 - Topics in Production

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 450
    Focus on the evolution of TV and Film production forms, consideration of new theories, maturing of conceptual models and the clarification of procedures. Topics will focus on recent developments in the field. Additional work is required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 655  
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 6 credits maximum
  • TRF 651 - Directing

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 451
    The study and practice of the art of motion picture directing for film and single camera television content. Emphasis is on developing skills necessary to create festival-quality short works with public impact. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 652 - Cinematography

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Crosslisted with: VIS 613  
    Double Numbered with: TRF 452
    This course is designed to explore the current state of the art in digital cinematography techniques. Students will practice cinematic principles utilizing large sensor digital cinema cameras and modern lighting instruments. Additional work is required of graduate students.
  • TRF 653 - Short-form Production

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 453
    Techniques of shortform moving image media such as commercials, promos, music videos, show openings, special effects, and high impact packaging. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 655  
  • TRF 654 - Music Recording

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 454
    Students produce a recording of a musical performance in a 24-track recording studio. Topics include: Aesthetics of recorded sound, acoustics, psycho-acoustics, the multitrack recording process, mixing, microphone techniques, signal processing. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 655 
  • TRF 655 - Screenwriting and Production Workshop

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    3 credit(s) Only during the summer
    Introduction to writing, designing, planning, and producing programs for radio, television, and film.
    COREQ: TRF 636 
  • TRF 656 - Sound for Picture

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 456
    Introduction to theory and production of sound for television and film. Includes information processing, aesthetics, perception of sound, sound/picture relationship, analog and digital sound studios, production recording, signal processing, nonlinear editing and mixing. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 655 
  • TRF 657 - Music Underscoring

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 457
    The theory and practice of producing music to underscore visual material. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 655 
  • TRF 658 - Radio Practicum

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    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Double Numbered with: TRF 458
    Guided experience in professional radio environments. Areas of expertise include sales, programming, production, promotions, engineering, news/public affairs, and performance. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 655 
  • TRF 659 - Documentary Production

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 459
    Student teams write, produce, and edit documentary projects. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 655 
  • TRF 661 - Advanced Management Seminar

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 461
    Business of communications industry focusing on management skills and their effective application. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 592  OR TRF 594  OR TRF 595 
  • TRF 662 - Advanced TV Production

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 462
    Students produce six episode, scripted television series to demonstrate mastery of advanced television production practices. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 663 - Television, Radio and Film Capstone

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 463
    This advanced course challenges majors to cap their academic experience with a summative project in entertainment media not addressed by specialized tracks of study. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 664 - Production Capstone

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 464
    Students develop and produce independent fiction or nonfiction projects to demonstrate mastery of advanced production practices in film, television, sound, music, and short form content creation. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 667 - Screenwriting Master Class

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 467
    Advanced practice built around professional workshops, sponsored by the Center for Popular Television, and guest speakers. Students interact with professionals while working on their screenwriting portfolios. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 651  OR TRF 652  OR TRF 653  OR TRF 654  OR TRF 656  OR TRF 657  OR TRF 658  OR TRF 659  
  • TRF 668 - Advanced Audio

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    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Double Numbered with: TRF 468
    Independent and specialized practice in audio, including sound tracks for film or television; CD albums; radio drama; or spot announcements. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 651  OR TRF 653  OR TRF 654  OR TRF 656  OR TRF 657  OR TRF 658  OR TRF 659  
  • TRF 669 - Advanced Filmmaking

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 469
    Students propose independent film projects (fiction or documentary), and if approved, produce them using digital video and sound technology. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 651  OR TRF 652  OR TRF 653  OR TRF 654  OR TRF 656  OR TRF 657  OR TRF 658  OR TRF 659  
  • TRF 675 - Entertainment Industry Practicum

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    1-3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 475
    Students work in a professional setting for a minimum of six weeks. Students are responsible for online participation in discussions, selected readings, written exercises, a journal of observations, and a paper. Additional work required of graduate students.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  • TRF 696 - Research for Entertainment Media

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 496
    This course focuses on research practices in relation to entertainment media questions and problems. Students become critical consumers and evaluators of qualitative- & quantitative-based reports and metrics. Students apply methodological procedures to questions of particular interest. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 698 - Social Effects of Television

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Influence of mass media, especially television, on American society. Television from perspective of social psychology, child development, political science, and sociology.

Visual Communications

  • MPD 511 - Still Imaging for Multimedia Production

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    1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    This is a five-week, one-credit course in still camera handling, composition, framing, background control, exposure, focal length selection, digital capture, image processing, and the fundamentals of multimedia productions that use still images. 
  • MPD 523 - Advanced Multimedia Storytelling

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Teaches a wide range of advanced technical skills and principles needed to create strong multimedia/video productions.
  • MPD 537 - Design and Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Teaches technical and design skills to create digital experiences. You will learn the latest versions of HTML, CSS, jQuery, and will explore the evolving landscape of web design and development, including content management systems.
  • MPD 621 - Multimedia Production

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: MPD 421
    Teaches a wide range of technical skills and principles necessary to create strong multimedia/video productions. Additional work is required for graduate students.
  • VIS 500 - Selected Topics

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    1-6 credit(s) Every semester
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • VIS 501 - Photography and Multimedia for Non-Majors

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Students study basic principles of photography and multimedia, including composition and lighting.  Teaches workflow and post-production processes and basic editing for photography and video/multimedia.
  • VIS 507 - Intermediate Design and Production for Non-Majors

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    This course teaches intermediate design, with a focus on developing more sophisticated layout, illustration and production skills while exploring classic and contemporary design styles.
    PREREQ: VIS 607  
  • VIS 508 - Basic Photo/Video Lab

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    0 credit(s) Every semester
    Basic photo/video lab for VIS 201 or VIS 501.
    COREQ: VIS 501  
  • VIS 510 - Specialized Practice

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    These short courses provide specific areas of study not covered in depth in other courses. These courses are based on faculty and student interest.
    Repeatable, 3 credits maximum
  • VIS 517 - Interactive Fashion Communications

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    This course is designed to explore various methods of how visual communications are used as a method of promotion in the fashion, art and communications industries.
  • VIS 527 - Publication Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Teaches visual concepts and strategies in publication design, including use of typography, color, language, images, and the use of space. Students will learn to create smart design solutions for books, magazines and newspapers.
  • VIS 528 - Advanced Photo/Video Lab

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    0 credit(s) Every semester
    Advanced photo/video lab to support advanced photography and video course work.
    Repeatable 7 time(s)
  • VIS 544 - Fashion and Portraiture

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Teaches an overview of industry innovators, fashion and portrait photography. Instruction includes studio and location lighting, the portrayal of subjects, and color printing. The course may include a visit to a professional NYC fashion shoot.
  • VIS 600 - Selected Topics

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    1-6 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • VIS 601 - Photography and Multimedia Fundamentals

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    3 credit(s) Only during the summer
    This course focuses on key concepts, techniques and historical context required to begin serious graduate study in photography, video and multimedia.  Students will use professional grade cameras and image editing software to tell compelling stories.
  • VIS 602 - Essentials for Visual Communicators

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    1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 402
    Teaches visual storytellers various topics in using the tools, techniques and best practices of their trade, focusing on how to use them powerfully in various contexts. Additional work is required of graduate students.
    Repeatable, 3 credits maximum
  • VIS 603 - Video Storytelling

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    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 403
    Teaches video and audio principles, strategies and methods, as well as new software and technology.  Covers methods and strategies for creating powerful video and multimedia stories regardless of genre, including commercial, fashion, and photojournalism. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 601  
  • VIS 604 - Foundations in Camera, Light and Concept

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: VIS 304
    This course focuses on basic lighting, camera and post-production skills foundational for still and video storytelling. Through lecture, studio work and lab activities, students learn to create compelling editorial and commercial content. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 601  
  • VIS 605 - Photographic Storytelling

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 405
    Teaches principles and practices of photojournalistic/documentary/editorial storytelling for print, multimedia and video contexts. Topics include news, features, portraits and sports photography; picture story and essay production. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 601  
  • VIS 607 - Graphic Design Fundamentals

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Only during the summer
    Teaches the principles of visual communication and graphic design. The course covers visual problem-solving, which includes conceptualization, typography, layout, image editing, and production of print and digital platforms. This course will have additional lab work.
  • VIS 613 - Cinematography

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    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Crosslisted with: TRF 652  
    Double Numbered with: VIS 413
    This course is designed to explore the current state of the art in digital cinematography techniques. Students will practice cinematic principles utilizing large sensor digital cinema cameras and modern lighting instruments. Additional work is required of graduate students.
  • VIS 617 - Typographic Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 317
    Explores essential history, concepts, skills and strategies for thoughtful and informed typographic decision-making in creating elegant and smart design solutions. Focuses on typeface design, the setting of text, and visual strategies. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 607  
  • VIS 622 - Visual Communications Theory

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Explores visual communication and how it serves to inform, persuade and entertain; covers semiotics and meaning systems while developing both theoretical and practical understanding of the history and current practices of visual communication and its storytelling capabilities.
  • VIS 623 - Advanced Video Storytelling: How to be a Multimedia Rock Star

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 423
    Students learn advanced technical, video and multimedia skills to enhance their command of story development. Students will expand their understanding of professional practices. Additional work is required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 603  
  • VIS 624 - Light and Concept

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: VIS 324
    Course assumes foundational skills in camera controls. This course focuses on developing technical and conceptual lighting and postproduction skills used in still and video productions to create compelling editorial and commercial content in studio and on location. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 601  
  • VIS 625 - Visual Editing and Project Development

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 425
    Teaches students how to develop and edit their own work through semester-long projects while also editing the work of outstanding professionals and analyzing aspects of the editing profession. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 605  
  • VIS 627 - Type and Image Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 327
    Intermediate course for graphic design majors builds on foundational principles and skills in design, writing and imaging. Students create original print and digital design projects while also considering budgeting and processes. Additional work is required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 617  
  • VIS 634 - Commercial & Advertising Photography and Multimedia

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 434
    This course focuses on production of advanced commercial and advertising content for multimedia and print.  It builds on skills learned in previous lighting courses, while emphasizing professional business practices and working with live talent. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 604  OR VIS 624  
  • VIS 639 - Advanced Projects

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: VIS 439
    Focuses on developing and collecting content for advanced photo and video/multimedia projects; emphasizes creativity, work ethic, personal intention and community-building skills in the service of becoming a better visual communicator. Additional work is required of graduate students.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 6 credits maximum
  • VIS 642 - Professional Practices for Visual Communicators

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 442
    Teaches skills necessary for forming and running a multimedia, design, video, or photography business, including branding, budgeting, assessing costs, formulating profitable market strategies and marketing visual communications products. Emphasizes promotion in a new media environment. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • VIS 643 - The Art of Editing

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 443
    This course examines how to best utilize editing tools and techniques to create compelling characters, great cinematic expressions, story arcs and complex moral landscapes-all applicable in fiction and nonfiction video and multimedia storytelling. Additional work required of graduate students.
    Repeatable, 3 credits maximum
  • VIS 644 - Advanced Light and Concept

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 444
    This course explores mindful, creative, intentional use of lighting and camera approaches to solve photographic challenges and conceptual problems in the studio and on location. Additional work is required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 604  or VIS 624  
  • VIS 647 - Motion Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 447
    Teaches technology and strategies in motion graphics and how to build rich storytelling experiences for publication on multiple platforms. Students create multimedia productions using still imagery, video, audio and type. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 607  
  • VIS 657 - User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 457
    Students will utilize design thinking to create human-centered experiences and useable interfaces for web and mobile, including an interactive prototype for a UI/UX project package. Additional work is required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 607  
  • VIS 667 - Immersive Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 467
    This advanced course teaches how to design and build immersive digital environments for the communications industry.  Students explore best practices and theories, and develop the skills and vocabulary to design for mixed-realities using cutting-edge technology. Additional work required for graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 647  or VIS 657  
  • VIS 669 - Portfolio Review

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    0 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: VIS 469
    Teaches visual storytellers best practices in portfolio development and presentation methods. Students identify unique personal vision and then edit work to create a strong portfolio.
    PREREQ: VIS 603  OR VIS 604  OR VIS 605  
    Repeatable 5 time(s)
  • VIS 670 - Experience Credit

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Every semester
    Participation in a discipline or subject related experience. Student must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Permission in advance with the consent of the department chairperson, instructor, and dean. Limited to those in good academic standing.
    Repeatable
  • VIS 689 - Master’s Projects

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Covers production and post-production of individual master’s projects. Using previously acquired skills, students hone their project management skills to create distinguished work.
  • VIS 690 - Independent Study

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
  • VIS 700 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Every semester
    Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
    Repeatable
  • VIS 997 - Master’s Thesis


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