Emphasis on program conceptualization, design, and production. An introduction to the use of the personal computer for video production, including software applications for program titling and image manipulation, machine control, and non-linear video editing. The interview as an essential tool for broadcast information gathering and presentation. Interview styles, question research, production approaches for television and radio, and consideration of special interview formats such as talk shows and political debates. The preparation, execution, and recording of dramatic performance for the medium of television.
Emphasis is on the collaboration between actor and director at every stage of the process.
Introduction to techniques of radio and television newswriting, reporting, editing, and production. Includes general assignment field reporting. Topic to be specified in the Class Schedule. Writing scripts for the generic forms of the electronic media, including situation comedies, soap operas, and serial dramas. May be repeated when topics vary.