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Advanced Editing Techniques 10206156

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Expands non-linear editing concepts and techniques to an advanced level through hands-on project work using professional post-production software. Learners edit documentary, narrative, and music video footage, utilizing effects, filters, and titling tools to create fully polished video projects ready for web publishing and professional presentation.

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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
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    Jordan Innes
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    Creative Process 10206161

  • 1.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Develops a creative process by imagining, sharing, revising, and reflecting on their dream project. Throughout this process, they consider technology, technique, and taste, the breadth of their knowledge, and how it impacts their visual style. Later, they apply this creative process to explore how personal and assignment-based projects could move beyond the formulaic approach using their creativity and available resources.

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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
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    Jordan Innes
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    Documentary Production 10206155

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Examines video and audio equipment and post-production techniques essential to creating video projects outside the studio environment. Learners operate professional cameras and audio equipment to complete several short documentary projects. Focuses on interview and lighting techniques, recording production audio, capturing b-roll, location scouting, shooting on location, improvisation, and editing practices that connect visuals and sound to authentic storytelling.

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    #01 Fall
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    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
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    Jila Nikpay
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    Post Secondary

    Film & Video: Language And Technique 10206152

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Introduces learners to the audio-visual vocabulary, tools and technology utilized in motion picture production, post-production and animation through a mix of lecture, video screenings and discussion. Learners will be exposed to a variety of videos, films, genres and technical innovations. This course provides a basic understanding of critical theories and communication principles necessary for anyone pursuing a career in film/video/animation production.

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    #01 Fall
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    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
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    Jila Nikpay
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    Post Secondary

    Technical Process 10206261

  • 1.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Explores essential technical tools, techniques, and workflows used in professional video production. Learners operate cameras, audio recorders, and microphones, and apply post-production software to build technical proficiency that supports creative storytelling. Emphasizes proper setup, operation, and maintenance of production equipment; capturing quality video and sound; and integrating footage, sound, and graphics through basic editing and post-production practices.

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    #01 Fall
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    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
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    Jordan Innes
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    Post Secondary

    VFX, Compositing & Color 10206164

  • 2.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Explores professional visual effects software for the effective completion of professional post-production design applications. Learners will explore compositing tools, video effects, motion tracking, filters, 3D lighting and camera effects, and color grading techniques in the creation of enhanced visuals.

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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
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    Jordan Innes
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    Post Secondary

    Video Foundation Intensive 10206162

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Introduces the process and workflow of video production from concept to completion by translating story ideas into compelling cinematic language through storyboarding, shot-list, cinematography, and post-production. Learners explore the five elements of film language for visual storytelling while learning the fundamentals of camera operation, audio capture and video editing.

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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
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    Jila Nikpay
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    Post Secondary

    Video Pre-Production 10206150

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Develops the pre-production components for video or animation assignments. Learners develop the blueprints for effective and manageable video and animation projects by developing concepts, creating loglines, examining principles of storytelling, outlining, script formatting, preparing for documentary production, examining linear vs. non-linear structures, creating a production plan and budget, scheduling and storyboarding.

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    #01 Fall
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    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
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    Jordan Innes
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    Post Secondary

    Video Production: Studio 10206154

  • 4.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Introduces professional lighting equipment, lighting techniques and cinema camera operation for use on studio projects. Learners will manipulate light to create a variety of effects in a diverse set of scenarios and utilize different types of cinema camera equipment, support tools and techniques for use in studio projects. Learners will examine advanced equipment, vocabulary and techniques unique to the studio environment including the use of green screen, creation of camera movement and working in a variety of crew positions to support a production.

    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/24/2026 –
    12/16/2026
    08/29/2026 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 24 – Dec 16
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    Jila Nikpay
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