FILM 330 - Media Aesthetics

Description:
An examination of the major aesthetic elements involved in visual storytelling for film, including light, color, 2D and 3D space, time/motion, and sound. Formerly COM 330; students may not receive credit for both. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Recognize the major media aesthetic elements.
Analyze how aesthetic principles are used by directors and/or cinematographers to contribute to a film’s diegesis.
Create an original visual production or a research paper using major aesthetic elements.
Produce an effective non- narrative media message using aesthetic techniques.
Analyze ethical considerations in the creation of media messages.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/04/17