A study of sound and musical production and the techniques used in modern recording applications. Various commercial mediums will be analyzed and the assignments will emulate contemporary practices. Emphasis will be placed in computerized hard-disk recording techniques used in CD, DVD, video, film and radio productions. In addition, there will be exploration and discussed of marketing procedures in multimedia, Internet audio and web design. A study of more complex reporting techniques on a variety of public issues including police and the courts, government and politics, the legislative process, business news and science reporting.
Special emphasis is given to audience and community concerns.
A study of television newsgathering and reporting with emphasis on electronic field production and news packaging. The course also provides the student with practical experience in production of studio newscasts and a detailed study of control room and post-production procedures. An introduction to the Avid Express Nonlinear editing system. The course includes digitizing, basic editing, fine tuning sequences, creating effects, creating titles, and creating a digital cut. Interdisciplinary capstone course for all Mass Communications majors.