2022-2023 Undergraduate Course Catalog 
    
    May 02, 2024  
2022-2023 Undergraduate Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications Courses


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Courses

Television, Radio, and Film

  • TRF 452 - Cinematography

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Crosslisted with: VIS 413  
    Double Numbered with: TRF 652
    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 required for graduate students. 
    PREREQ: TRF 205  
  • TRF 453 - Short-form Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 653
    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 205 
  • TRF 454 - Music Recording

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 654
    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.
  • TRF 456 - Sound for Picture

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 656
    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.
  • TRF 457 - Music Underscoring

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 657
    The theory and practice of producing music to underscore visual material. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 458 - Radio Practicum

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Irregularly
    Double Numbered with: TRF 658
    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.
  • TRF 459 - Documentary Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 659
    Student teams write, produce, and edit documentary projects. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: TRF 205 
  • TRF 461 - Advanced Management Seminar

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 661
    Business of communications industry focusing on management skills and their effective application. Additional work required of graduate students.
  • TRF 462 - Advanced TV Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 662
    Students produce six episode, scripted television series to demonstrate mastery of advanced television production practices. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: SENIOR LEVEL
  • TRF 463 - Television, Radio and Film Capstone

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 663
    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 464 - Production Capstone

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 664
    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.
    PREREQ: TRF 210 
  • TRF 465 - Hollywood: Game Changers

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    In this capstone class, students study the rapidly changing business of Hollywood and explore how these changes affect creative output.
  • TRF 467 - Screenwriting Master Class

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 667
    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.
  • TRF 468 - Advanced Audio

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 668
    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: TWO OF THE FOLLOWING: TRF 454  OR TRF 456  OR TRF 457  OR TRF 458  OR MUI 301  OR MUI 307  OR MUI 308  OR MUI 320 
  • TRF 469 - Advanced Filmmaking

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 669
    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.
  • TRF 471 - TV Nation

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    TV Nation explores the business and creative process that feeds the media machine.  Students will learn how programs are created, developed, pitched, and sold.  Students will pitch their original ideas to a panel of industry experts.
  • TRF 475 - Entertainment Industry Practicum

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: TRF 675
    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), 6 credits maximum
  • TRF 496 - Research for Entertainment Media

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: TRF 696
    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 499 - Honors Capstone Project

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
    Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
    Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  • TRF 500 - Selected Topics

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    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

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    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

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    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

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    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

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    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

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    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

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    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.

Visual Communications

  • MPD 421 - Multimedia Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: MPD 621
    Teaches a wide range of technical skills and principles necessary to create strong multimedia/video productions. Additional work is required for graduate students.
  • MPD 511 - Still Imaging for Multimedia Production

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    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.
  • VIS 201 - Introduction to Photography for Multimedia

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Explores basic creative principles including composition and lighting; provides technical instruction; develops workflow and post-production processes; and teaches basic editing principles-all in the context of communications photography and multimedia storytelling.
  • VIS 207 - Introduction to Graphic Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Teaches underlying principles of visual communications and the fundamental strategies, tools and practices of graphic design; emphasizes visual problem-solving, including conceptualization, typography, layout, image editing and production of print and digital communications.
  • VIS 208 - Introductory Graphics Laboratory

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    0 credit(s) Every semester
    Continuation of VIS 207. Students learn contemporary applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign for print and web.
  • VIS 251 - Still Photography for Broadcast Journalism

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) Every semester
    Teaches basics of still photography for broadcast journalism including composition and lighting. Provides technical instruction, develops workflow and post-production processes and teaches basic editing for broadcast journalism students.
  • VIS 261 - Videography for Broadcast Journalism

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    2 credit(s) Every semester
    Teaches foundational principles and skills of videography and broadcast journalism.
    PREREQ: VIS 251 
    COREQ: BDJ 312 
  • VIS 300 - 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 301 - Video and Photography

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    This course advances students use of creative principles in lighting, composition and storytelling, and expands on technical skills in both video and photography.
    PREREQ: VIS 201  
  • VIS 304 - Foundations in Camera, Light and Concept

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: VIS 604
    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 301  
  • VIS 317 - Typographic Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 617
    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 207  
  • VIS 324 - Light and Concept

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: VIS 624
    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 301  
  • VIS 327 - Type and Image Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 627
    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 317  
  • VIS 361 - Visual News Reporting

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Explore ways of telling compelling stories by utilizing various forms of digital media, combining audio, still images and motion to advance narratives beyond the printed page.
    PREREQ: COM 117  AND (NEW 205 OR BDJ 211 OR MAG 211 OR JNL 211 )
  • VIS 400 - 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 402 - Essentials for Visual Communicators

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 602
    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 for graduate students.
    Repeatable, 3 credits maximum
  • VIS 403 - Video Storytelling

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 603
    Teaches video and audio principles, strategies and methods, as well as new software and technology, for creating powerful video and multimedia stories in all genres, including commercial, fashion, and photojournalism. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 201  
  • VIS 405 - Photographic Storytelling

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 605
    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 324  or VIS 304  
  • VIS 413 - Cinematography

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) Every semester
    Crosslisted with: TRF 452  
    Double Numbered with: VIS 613
    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 required for graduate students. 
  • VIS 423 - 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 623
    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 required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 403  
  • VIS 425 - 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 625
    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 405  
  • VIS 434 - 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 634
    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 304  or VIS 324 
  • VIS 439 - Advanced Projects

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: VIS 639

    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 442 - 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 642
    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 is required of graduate students.
  • VIS 443 - The Art of Editing

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 643
    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 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
  • VIS 444 - Advanced Light and Concept

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 644
    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 required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 304  OR VIS 324  
  • VIS 447 - Motion Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 647
    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 327  
  • VIS 457 - 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 657
    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 327  
  • VIS 467 - Immersive Design

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Double Numbered with: VIS 667
    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 447  and VIS 457  
  • VIS 469 - Portfolio Review

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    0 credit(s) Every semester
    Double Numbered with: VIS 669
    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. Additional work required of graduate students.
    PREREQ: VIS 403  OR VIS 404 OR VIS 405  
    Repeatable 5 time(s)
  • VIS 470 - Experience Credit

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-6 credit(s) Every semester
    Repeatable
  • VIS 484 - Commercial & Advertising Photo Capstone

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Students work individually and in collaboration to produce advanced still and multimedia commercial projects and develop portfolios that reflect their brand.
    PREREQ: VIS 434  
  • VIS 485 - Multimedia and Photojournalism Capstone

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Students work individually and in collaboration to produce advanced still and multimedia photojournalism projects and develop portfolios that reflect their brand.
    PREREQ: VIS 425  
  • VIS 487 - Graphic Design Capstone

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Students work individually and in collaboration to produce advanced graphic design projects and develop portfolios that reflect their brand.
    PREREQ: VIS 467  
  • VIS 489 - Photography and Multimedia Capstone

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Students work individually and in collaboration to produce advanced still and multimedia projects and develop portfolios that reflect their brand.
    PREREQ: VIS 425  or VIS 434 
  • VIS 490 - 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 499 - Honors Capstone Project

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    1-3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
    Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
  • VIS 500 - 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 501 - Photography and Multimedia for Non-Majors

    S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
    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 207  
  • 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 201  or 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.
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