A program so advanced ... it's ahead of the curve with high end development in drama, documentary utilizing technology just being announced!
Summing up, digital filmmaking demands your personal development in both the technical and creative arenas. In this intense program, we work without the silver image and employ digital means to a higher level. While the technologies may be new, the critical demands of filmmaking have not changed from years of entertaining and informing audiences. Be prepared to experience tough critiques from a caring group of staff and faculty professionals who know the business of film.
The best candidate for this program series will probably already have demonstrated a passion for creativity and/or the application of technical adaptations with a flair for creativity.
It’s a fact that an important option in HD filmmaking today is total digital production. The big screen theater is moving away from silver based film to high resolution digital projection. This program begins the process of filmmaking production in an all digital environment. The School has proven itselfas a pioneer in visual media created via digital means. With more than 10 years experience in digital art and animation instruction, the School once again is at the forefront of visual education. Today, the creator of moving images needs to be prepared to deliver images that go far beyond the usual. By incorporating traditional cinema style with special effects, the digital director combines artistry with technology. There is no doubt that challenges confront entry to the film, entertainment and multimedia industries. To foster multiple career pathways, the program supports a highly diverse learning system. Today’s digital filmmaker will have broad know-how upon graduation. Essential directing and producing abilities will prevail. However, special effects and related technologies provide essential, new opportunities for the student in this program. The curriculum recognizes related scenarios closely tied to digital cinema production:
Single camera style production development
Added motion graphics
Technology study for delivery to both the big screen and the personal screen (television and PC)
Strong emphasis on creative development
Course content includes: Cinematography & Lighting, Producing Sound & Picture, Directing, FX Motion Graphics, Web Animation, and Independent Producing.
Film production at Studio Arts Campus is the sum total of several disciplines …
Treatment, development, film design
Studio & location single camera shoot and the role of the DP
Lighting design and crafting the image
Directing talent beyond the script
Sound design for surround sound
Editing utilizing 24P HD camera and NLE systems
Compositing in feature production
The subjects above touch on course designs either currently being delivered and technology reviews currently underway for future course modules. The School supports a continuous effort of balancing current digital tools all the while staying attached to the tradition of expressing crafted stories for the big screen.
Living Arts College @ School of Communication Arts
Find how you may qualify for the High Definition college that has pioneered digital art education. Look for training in interactive media, animation & game design, digital filmmaking, audio production, digital media and interior design ... in advanced studios teaching Maya, Pro Tools, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Vegas Video and more in short courses, certificate programs, diploma programs and degree programs. Plan to visit the Studio Arts Campus ... the campus that one senior art education leader has called "... the art school of the 25th century!"
