NVP 2134 - Video 4: Applied Cinematography

Credits: 3
Hours/Week: Lecture 2 Lab 2
Course Description: This advanced, industry-focused narrative video production course covers the technical application of cinematography to storytelling, examining how story guides production decisions. Topics include advanced techniques for video cameras, camera supports, lighting, and other accessories, along with advanced editing techniques. This course includes an opportunity to plan and shoot advanced productions for college-coordinated clients.

Note: Some class assignments require students to move, lift, and carry video equipment.

Note: The basis of this industry is to travel to the location of the subject to be filmed. With this in mind, students will be required to travel to locations off-campus and outside of class times to film content for this course. Each student has the responsibility to provide themselves with reliable transportation or adequate arrangements for rides.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): NVP 1137  
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: Concurrently enrolled in NVP 2131  and NVP 2133  

Major Content

1. The technical application of cinematography to storytelling
2. Cinematographers and other careers in filmmaking and video production
3. Advanced operation and use of video cameras
4. Advanced use of camera supports, lighting, and other accessories
5. Advanced video editing techniques
6. Planning and shooting advanced film productions

1. practice the technical application of cinematography on storytelling.
2. describe the role of a cinematographer.
3. operate video equipment in an advanced production setting.
4. demonstrate advanced lighting techniques and equipment usage.
5. demonstrate advanced sound recording and microphone usage.
6. demonstrate the advanced use of camera supports.
7. demonstrate the advanced use of a video editing system.
8. coordinate crew, equipment, and facilities to film an advanced production.

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