COM 321 - Visual Storytelling

Description:
The methods used to communicate journalistic stories effectively and ethically using still photography and video. Course will be offered every year (Spring).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to the digital journalism major or instructor permission.

Credits: (5)

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

Employ basic techniques of visual composition such as rule of thirds, framing, perspective, balance and contrast.
Modify the settings of a camera (or other device used to take photographs) to obtain the effects produced by shutter speed, aperture, lighting, color and lens choice in visual imagery.
Identify and differentiate between general news, spot news, feature news, portraits and sports images and apply strategies for capturing effective storytelling imagery in each category.
Write captions that identify the people, places and/or objects in the image and put them in perspective for the viewer.
Plan, propose and create a photo news story.
Create news interviews and videos.
Evaluate the impact and ethical considerations of image manipulation.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/18/17

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