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Biola University
CNMA 204 - The Entertainment Business Credits 3 A survey of current industry practices and careers in film, television, music and emerging technologies. Students will learn to research and analyze the career and business choices of current professionals in the industry and create long-term strategies for entering into and succeeding in the entertainment business. Special emphasis will be given to the unique ethical questions and biblical applications that arise within the Hollywood context. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $40. CNMA 251 - Sound Recording Credits 2 An introduction to the theory and practice of storytelling with sound. Topics include physics, acoustics and psychoacoustics of sound, field and studio sound recording, multi-track mixing and editing, and sound effects as applied to film, television, recording arts and other media. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: CNMA 101, CNMA 102. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $100. CNMA 262 - Directing for TV and Film Credits 2 Covers all aspects of directing for motion pictures and television. Includes emphasis on the director's role and responsibility in the following stages: script, casting, actors, pre-production, camera, post-production. Also covers the director's spiritual preparation and integration into the craft. Students complete one short film. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: CNMA 101, CNMA 102. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $40. CNMA 301 - Transmedia Credits 2 Transmedia introduces the techniques of telling a story across multiple technology platforms and formats. Topics include: web design, media streaming, small screen production and apps for pads or smartphones, graphic design, interactive, virtual reality, audio and video formats for new media; computer hardware, operating systems, networking and server systems. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: CNMA 101 or BUSN 211; and CNMA 102 or BUSN 212. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $100. CNMA 302 - Production Management Credits 3 Covers the budgeting and scheduling necessary for media production. Students learn the parameters considered in making decisions to balance the creative goals and logistical demands of production. Matters of insurance; deal negotiation; contracts; union rules (including SAG-AFTRA, DGA, IATSE) copyright and clearance issues; management of crew; liaison difficulties with studios, clients and outside publics; and other issues will be covered. Evaluation of students' understanding will be based on a budget and schedule for a one hour single camera drama they will be required to complete, as well as pertinent test and quizzes. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $50.
CNMA 303 - Cinematography Credits 2 Explores the aesthetics of the film image. Students gain the ability to talk and write about the aesthetics of an image and the practical business of image capture. Students will understand basic composition, lighting and exposure and what makes an image attractive to the human eye. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: CNMA 101, CNMA 102. Corequisites: CNMA 315. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $100. CNMA 310 - Visual Effects Credits 3 An introduction to digital visual effects for film and television. The class covers basic 2-D, 3-D and motion graphics. Participants should have extensive computer experience. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $100. CNMA 312 - Screenwriting II Credits 3 Advanced work in writing an original feature-length screenplay. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: CNMA 203. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $20. CNMA 315 - Editing for Film and Television Credits 2 Instruction and application in the art of digital editing with emphasis on Final Cut Pro HD. An intense study of the craft and role of the editor as storyteller. Covers various genres and formats (e.g., features, documentaries, short films, trailers). Emphasis on the editor's role in other aspects of post-production, including audio, music, color correction, digital effects, DVD authoring. Several individual projects allow hands-on practical learning. Grade Mode: A. Prerequisites: CNMA 101, CNMA 102, CNMA 104. Corequisites: CNMA 303. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $100. CNMA 320 - Advanced Studies in Criticism Credits 3 A detailed critical study of a particular auteur, genre, era, nation or theme. The course will be offered with a rotating series of subjects and professors focused upon film or broadcast history. Notes: May be taken multiple times for credit. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $40. CNMA 350 - Advanced Studies in Media Production Credits 1-3 Aspects of theory and practice in media production. Notes: May be taken multiple times for credit with different course content. Grade Mode: A. Restrictions: Must be Cinema and Media Arts (CNMA); and Undergraduate Level. Fee: $40.
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