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Continuing Education

Short Narrative Production 47206101

  • 0.30 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $199.00
  • Learn how to write a screenplay and translate it into a short fictional video. Activities include generating ideas for a short fictional film, creating a shot list, directing actors, shooting a scene, and editing a 1-2 minute video using Adobe Premiere Pro software. Participants will work in teams with the class members as their cast and crew.

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    #PD01 Summer
    Open
    07/14/2025 –
    07/18/2025
    07/14/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jul 14 – Jul 18
    Friday, Monday, Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    $199.00
    Continuing Education

    Documentary Production 47206102

  • 0.30 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $199.00
  • Learn how to develop and produce non-fiction film concepts into short documentary videos. Utilizing professional audio and camera equipment, you will capture raw interview and b-roll content and edit these assets into 1-2 minute documentary stories.

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    #PD001 Summer
    Open
    07/21/2025 –
    07/25/2025
    07/21/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jul 21 – Jul 25
    Friday, Monday, Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $199.00
    Continuing Education

    Product Commercial 47206103

  • 0.30 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $199.00
  • Learn how to use studio facilities, lighting, cinema cameras and high-tech camera support tools to capture professional video of a product for marketing and promotions.

    1 Course Section
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    #PD001 Summer
    Open
    07/28/2025 –
    08/01/2025
    07/28/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Jul 28 – Aug 1
    Friday, Monday, Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    $199.00
    Continuing Education

    Intro to Motion Graphics 47206104

  • 0.30 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • $550.00
  • Learn how to use Adobe After Effects to create basic animation with text and shapes. We'll begin by covering the After Effects interface, creating a composition and various shapes. You'll then learn how to work with keyframes and properties to animate objects and export them to share. You'll have a chance to experiment and animate to music.

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    #PD001 Fall
    Open
    08/04/2025 –
    08/08/2025
    08/04/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 4 – Aug 8
    Friday, Monday, Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    $550.00
    Post Secondary

    Screen And Specialty Printing 10204185

  • 3.00 credits
  • Graphic Communication Tech
  • Explore screen printing and other types of specialty printing, which include heat transfer textile printing, digital vinyl printing, point of purchase display digital printing and vehicle wraps. Learners will explore all of the equipment, materials and procedures used in these printing processes. Learners will also develop and practice skills in these printing processes by producing many different types of printed products.

    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    10/16/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Oct 16
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
    Aug 25 – Oct 16
    Thursday, Monday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
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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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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/15/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Monday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
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    Post Secondary

    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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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    10/13/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Oct 13
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
    Aug 25 – Oct 13
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
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    Post Secondary

    Advanced Page Layout 10204130

  • 2.00 credits
  • Graphic Communication Tech
  • Applies techniques and skills learned in previous computer courses to advanced page layout projects. Learners will revisit the principles of design, prioritize work, prepare jobs for production, create output ready documents, examine the job planning process and apply advanced techniques for print, web and mobile presentation.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2025 –
    10/14/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
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    Post Secondary

    Photoshop/Image Manipulation 10204126

  • 2.00 credits
  • Graphic Communication Tech
  • Explores Adobe Photoshop as a tool to create, adjust and manipulate images for print and web. Special attention is given to image manipulation techniques, color/tonal correction, resolution and output issues. Familiarity with Macintosh operating system suggested.

    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2025 –
    10/14/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H109 - Mac Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H109 - Mac Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
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    Post Secondary

    Advanced Editing Techniques 10206156

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Develops non-linear editing techniques through hands-on project applications using professional post-production software. Learners will utilize advanced editing concepts and techniques to create polished video projects for publishing on the web. In this course learners will edit documentary, narrative and music video footage and utilize effects filters and titling to complete professional edits.

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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2025 –
    12/16/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
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    Post Secondary

    Documentary Production 10206155

  • 3.00 credits
  • Visual Communication
  • Introduces the equipment, vocabulary and techniques unique to shooting video projects outside of the studio setting. Learners will utilize professional cameras and lenses to complete a short documentary project. Emphasis will be placed on interview techniques, use of natural light, capturing production audio, location scouting, shooting b-roll and improvisation.

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    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2025 –
    12/16/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
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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.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/27/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 27 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 03:20 PM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    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.

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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/27/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 27 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jordan Innes
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    Post Secondary

    Digital Photography 10204135

  • 3.00 credits
  • Graphic Communication Tech
  • Explores digital photography. This course will cover digital camera features, digital image basics, using digital cameras, composition, photographic techniques and basic digital image editing.

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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/27/2025 –
    10/15/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 27 – Oct 15
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
    Aug 27 – Oct 15
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
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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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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/28/2025 –
    12/11/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 28 – Dec 11
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 03:50 PM
    H106 - Theater Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
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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.

    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/28/2025 –
    12/11/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 28 – Dec 11
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H101 - Film Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
    Aug 28 – Dec 11
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H103 - Green Room/Lab - H Building
    Jila Nikpay
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    Post Secondary

    Introduction To Graphics Software And Design 10204121

  • 2.00 credits
  • Graphic Communication Tech
  • Introduces the concepts and techniques involved in typography and design. Learners explore the principles of design to create layouts that are organized, attract the intended audience and work in producing the intended results. The learners will do this while also learning about various graphic design software programs.

    1 Course Section
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    08/28/2025 –
    10/16/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 28 – Oct 16
    Thursday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H109 - Mac Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
    Aug 28 – Oct 16
    Thursday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H109 - Mac Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
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    Post Secondary

    Computer Page Layout 10204123

  • 2.00 credits
  • Graphic Communication Tech
  • Introduces learners to the basics of page layout including the use of InDesign in the design and presentation of print collateral. Learners will build skills in Adobe InDesign as they create a variety of basic and intermediate layouts for press, web and digital media.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/20/2025 –
    12/15/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 20 – Dec 15
    Monday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
    Oct 20 – Dec 15
    Monday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
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    Post Secondary

    Advanced Press Operations 10204184

  • 4.00 credits
  • Graphic Communication Tech
  • Emphasizes quality press work on flexographic, offset, large format and digital presses. Also including inks, substrates, pressure adjustments and press maintenance. Specialty operations, such as die-cutting, are discussed. Learners will work within a production environment.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/20/2025 –
    12/16/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 20 – Dec 16
    Monday, Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H109 - Mac Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
    Oct 20 – Dec 16
    Monday, Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H111 - Printing Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
    Oct 20 – Dec 16
    Monday, Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H111 - Printing Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
    Oct 20 – Dec 16
    Monday, Tuesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H109 - Mac Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
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    Post Secondary

    Introduction To Printing 10204112

  • 2.00 credits
  • Graphic Communication Tech
  • Explores the basics of printing and the printing industry. Learners will learn about the demand for printed products, the printing industry and all steps involved in the printing process. Actual printing projects will be produced by each learner.

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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/22/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 22 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H109 - Mac Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
    Oct 22 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    09:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H111 - Printing Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
    Oct 22 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H109 - Mac Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
    Oct 22 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H111 - Printing Lab - H Building
    Andrew Somers
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    Post Secondary

    Printing Estimating 10204111

  • 3.00 credits
  • Graphic Communication Tech
  • Instructs learners in the estimation of printing jobs and in the overall business side of the printing industry. Areas covered include production organization, scheduling, sales, customer service, job planning, supervisory management, standard production times, budgeted hourly rates, paper calculations, billing and the use of estimating software.

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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/22/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 22 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    08:00 AM - 11:50 AM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
    Oct 22 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    01:00 PM - 02:50 PM
    H123 - Computer Lab - H Building
    Daniel Seanor
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